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May 9, 2006 | 05:56 PM

Greenie

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Big Bore kit

I recently purchased an HD Tour Glide (FLHT). I was convinced to purchase a 95 inch big bore kit at the time to have installed at the 1000 inspection. I am having second thoughts now. This is my first HD and I don't think the extra power will enhance the bike. In my first two weeks of ownership, I've come to believe riding a Harley is not about speed.

Any advice on whether to have the kit installed or not? Reliability? Streetability? etc?

Please help a newbie to the culture.

Mike

May 9, 2006 | 06:52 PM

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RE: Big Bore kit

Couldn't agree more...if I wanted pure speed I'd ride another bike. Welcome to the forums from northern VA.

May 9, 2006 | 07:33 PM

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RE: Big Bore kit

Hello Mike don't cut yourself short , I have an 03 fatboy and yes I rode it 3k miles before I put the 95 kit in and wow what a difference, I didn't buy it for speed just to cruise but the added power was well worth it , put some 203 cams in while your there, add air cleaner, if its an 06 spend the money for the race tuner, you will be happy with the end result. I also purchased a 06 SG for myself for longer trips and before I took it home had the 95 installed there's such a difference in the way the bike will pull away, if your doing any riding uphills you will tell it was worth the money
have a 06 deluxe for an extra bike too for my son , totally stock and its slow . my 2cents

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May 9, 2006 | 07:57 PM

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Hi from So Calif

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May 9, 2006 | 11:08 PM

ccgobama

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RE: Big Bore kit

A Harley is NOT about Speed. If so, we would all be riding sport bikes...just my take...Cc

May 9, 2006 | 11:26 PM

Peekaboo Bob

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RE: Big Bore kit

Even with the 95 kit it's not about speed (though it's there if you want it) It adds torque and power that is still usable without going fast. When 2 up and bags loaded at 10,000 ft in the mountains, it's very usable. Did I mention it's real fast too

Welcome from AZ!

May 10, 2006 | 12:01 AM

Terry TK

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RE: Big Bore kit

I think you will really enjoy the 95 kit. It is very reliable and ridable. Mine came with it stock from the factory. The extra power is there when you need it. It's really fun on the interstate.

Welcome to the forum.