What are your thoughts and luck with the Twin Cam engines?
@Bratman530 Жыл бұрын
Oh heck yeah you have that exactly right,,,, it makes me blink, my eyes, like when is that going to explode someday lol@@heyitspete6472
@bluezo6vett Жыл бұрын
Great motors. I just had to replace the compensator at 10.000 miles. But I've got plenty of horsepower and twerk.
@johndsmith7785 Жыл бұрын
My favorite years of the twin cam are the timken bearings & forged bottom ends. I also prefer the Delphi fuel injection or carburetors. The least amount of issues are these years
@yonniestone Жыл бұрын
I had two Evo's before my 1999 FXDX TC88, I do my own wrenching and noticed the TC88 was a bit more refined mechanically and integrated, inspecting the cam chains I discovered S&S gear drive and Fueling 7000 oil pump, stock cams and plate, stock ignition has made it very reliable so far, the only downside is fuel consumption from the right wrist and a Mikuni 45 .
@martincvitkovich724 Жыл бұрын
2003 RK..118,500 miles. Set #4 tensioners, lifters, 3 point engine isolators and some other misc replaced for PM. Still runs good, having some noise that I hope is the compensator and not internal engine. It's wrenching season in Ohio and will check out compensator. Never had issues with charging system, clutch always stayed in specs.
@Truth... Жыл бұрын
Of the twenty three Harleys I've had over the past fifty six or so years, my TwinCam 96 has been the best so far and I ride my bikes daily.
@STIFFRIDES Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love my 103 twin cam!
@tonyveth2346 Жыл бұрын
Personally I think the 2003 88 Twin Cam is the Best engine, no crank issues nor compensator issues as long as the engine was maintained stock. The only thing to look out for and service regularly is the cam chain shoes, keeping them in check you easily get 300k miles out the engine and still running strong 💪 and enjoying my 2003 100 Anniversary Ultra Classic !❤
@joemay7704 Жыл бұрын
It’s my understanding, 2002 is the last year of the Timken bearing bottom end
@john0270 Жыл бұрын
@joemay7704 more importantly the cranks were forged and of low runout(didn't trash your oil pump) But stock power, or mild build/use Timken isn't necessary at all.
@joemay7704 Жыл бұрын
@@john0270I hear ya. However, given the choice between a 2002 or 2003, I’m choosing 2002.
@tonyveth2346 Жыл бұрын
@@joemay7704 May very well be and was that a good thing or a bad thing. My bike is from 2003 so I don't even know what I have, can you shed some light on this ?
@wokeamerica1230 Жыл бұрын
I have 43,000 on my 2003 flstci. Flawless.
@terryclay6668 Жыл бұрын
I have a 2002 88 twincam, got over a hundred thousand miles, tensioners change once, serviced regularly. I have 96 twincam with over 90 thousand, both of them crank every time,both run very strong. 👍
@davidfaria619410 ай бұрын
With all that we now know about the twin cam it is potentially a bad ass motor that can produce a lot of horsepower and still be reliable. I think it’s a great motor.
@craigkemmerzell5741 Жыл бұрын
I think the Twin Cam hands down is the best sounding motor Harley made I love mine 😊
@Supermankev2001 Жыл бұрын
I agree
@3Dave311 ай бұрын
For me it's the shovel first then the twin cam a extremely close second.
@jeremyneufeld6541 Жыл бұрын
103HO here, last and best version. Still sounds like a Harley, too!
@scottmagnuson7539 Жыл бұрын
Love the twin cam 103 runs great with 68,000 + miles still strong as ever
@donwaltman4276 Жыл бұрын
I think most, not all the issues with the twin cam engine came from Harley's desire for more money. Getting rid of timkin and pressing crank's, ect
@johncamerota40233 ай бұрын
I've had 4 Twincams, 3 TC88's, and now a 103. All needed a little tweeking, all great motors!
@tenpoundpom9363 Жыл бұрын
I love my twin cam 103 (stage 3) I've been all over a Australia on it and it's proven to be very reliable.👍👍
@bearbergmann2782 Жыл бұрын
Love the TC88 in my 2001 Softail. Mild cams, pipes and tune are all I need (SE cams, Bassani Duals, Dynojet) and I will keep this rolling for a while.
@jimfischione2743 Жыл бұрын
I've had three: two 88s, one carbureted one fuel injected, one 103HO. Loved all of them. I still have the fuel injected 88. Never had any problems with any of them .
@travismccarty515 Жыл бұрын
Love the twin cam! For all the reasons you mentioned. I have a 103 that's now a 107 and I'll never get rid of it
@243wayne1 Жыл бұрын
I have a 107 put back to a 103HO. I'll never part with it.
@stlchuckhd Жыл бұрын
Original stock 96" in my 07 FLTR with 195K miles. Never been rebuilt; cam chain tensioners replaced at 160K (I still have the originals as souvenirs). Smoother running and better fuel mileage than the 103" in my 14 FLSTC with 26K. A bit easier to service than my 94 FXR with the stock original 80" Evo... I've done most of my long distance touring on the 96"
@MrBradfordchild Жыл бұрын
Great to hear! I have 07 RKC, clocking up the miles
@RogueA100 Жыл бұрын
Awesome story. Love you high mileage guys.
@MrBradfordchild Жыл бұрын
Whats your secret?
@stlchuckhd Жыл бұрын
@@MrBradfordchild I have the Harley maintenance manuals for all three bikes following the recommended service intervals. The parts and service people at Harley dealerships locally and across the country have been very helpful. I wipe down the bikes almost after every ride as part of a visual inspection. I have a lifeline to a retired Harley mechanic who understands my older bikes with advice.
@MrBradfordchild Жыл бұрын
@@stlchuckhd thanks for the reply. That's what I'm doing with my bike. Great news!
@beardenstephen1 Жыл бұрын
2002 Fatboy, stock crankshaft with zero runout issues & Timken bearings. Mikuni HSR45 carb, 97" S&S top end, S&S fueling plate/oil pump, fueling lifters & push rods, ported stock H-D heads, S&S Cobra 2 into 1 header, S&S gear drive cams. I've been wrenching & riding on H-D's for over 50 years, this bike with the progressive shocks & engine mods is a pure joy to ride. It has earned a permanent home in my garage on reliablity alone.
@philtyler225 ай бұрын
My 2003 Fat Boy,Twin Cam 88B has 58,000 miles on it,changed the cam chain tensioner shoes at 42,000 and re check them every 5-8,000 miles,fitted a Hayden M6 primary drive tensioner and change all the oils,filters etc every 2000 miles-a bit excessive but a lot cheaper and easier to fit than engine parts! So far (after owning it for 13 years} it's been as good as gold-I couldn't really ask for any better.
@jefferythayer6103 Жыл бұрын
Twin Cam 88B, hell yeah, I'm content. Heritage Springer 2003, bought 95 c.i. Screaming Eagle barrels/pistons, when I ordered bike, in May 2002, from Barnetts, and only recently installed them, couple thousand miles ago, for no other reason, because I retired, and had time. 82,XXX miles on bike, and am so satisfied!
@tim7439 Жыл бұрын
I have that exact 01 purple wide glide. At 30000 miles i went with gear drive and a fueling cam chest kit. Then had the heads redone and opened up to help keep it cool. It will outrun stage 1 103s and i would trust that bike to go from coast to coast. I love it and would take that over an m8 anyday. Just my thoughts
@harleyhawk7959 Жыл бұрын
my 103, 103h.p with 103tq. 100٪ efficient motor. I can't get the smile off my face.
@dieseljuice32 ай бұрын
I just got my first HD, 2012 Heritage Classic. I'm thrilled with the Twin Cam 103. Amazing bike.
@Jeffmd2020 Жыл бұрын
Can never go wrong with the twin cam 96 like my 07 street glide!! No cam chain tensioner issues or anything else you have to worry about in the 88. My personal opinion the twin cam 96 and the twin cam 103 are the best motors Harley has ever and will ever create!!
@tomskehan865610 ай бұрын
I love it, I’ve had one for 15 years and it’s still running strong!
@HogLife Жыл бұрын
Gix,I love my TC,the only downfall of this motor is the amount of heat it omits,crazy hot,gonna put some fans on it and see how she goes,but overall she’s been great
@proamericanstoptyranny1260 Жыл бұрын
i have only owned a twin cam 96. its been a great motor. just recently this past spring took it to a 107, bumped compression up, complete head job, ported polished and bigger valves. cams etc. runs great and is a very fun bike to ride
@kevinrembert35794 ай бұрын
I love my 2011 103 with 585 cam and exhaust and turned 102 thousand miles 👍🏾
@JeffHawkins-x1w2 ай бұрын
I never owned an Evo but I've had a couple twincam bikes . A 06 fat boy only for two years .Got stolen. I've had an 02 Duece for a couple years now and all I can say is after I upgraded to the camchest ,oil pump, cams etc... I'm real happy with it seems to run strong especially for as old as it is.
@BillyG. Жыл бұрын
I have a 2007 Road King with the 96. One of the first things I did after buying it new was change the pipes, the factory electronic ignition to a programmable one, and a better air cleaner to breathe better. It still runs like a rocket. Only use amsoil. Best Harley I ever had!
@tmburke1 Жыл бұрын
I will be buried with my twin cam. It gave me a ton of problems, but I still love it. I have since had the entire motor rebuilt using the S&S Sidewinder 110. The g-force can just about make me hurl my lunch. I kept the heads stock (because it's a touring bike!), threw a set of SE585 cams in it, and it's all good. I got screwed by the crank issue, so my cases were split, and in jumps the S&S 4 3/8 crank. Also tuned by techno-research. I just love twin cams for the exceptional sound that positively no m8 can give you. Technology? Na, you can keep it. Nothing like the visceral feel of a rowdy twin cam!
@striker41884 ай бұрын
@tmburke1 ❤& Respect for your Spirit. You stuck with her and made her better... Love from India.😊
@johnchilds6471 Жыл бұрын
I've had 2 twin cams, both 103 HO's put mild cams in both with 2-1 exhaust, Power Vision and Target Tune. Both ren really well, but I never really beat on either one, no burnouts or full throttle banging gears. Always worry about the crank. Also had 2 evo Sportsters, one carmed and one fuel injected. Bored the 07 ou to 1250, wild cams, lots of head work by Hammer, was putting out about 110 hp at arounf 7000 rpms. Beat the shit out ov it and it just came back for more! I think the evo sportster engine id the best Harley ever made.
@markwilkinson2389 Жыл бұрын
I 100% agree with you about the Sportster engines. I have a 103 Road King as well as the Sportster, and as much as I love the Road King that Sportster engine is so damn sweet!
@masterofnonetv8361 Жыл бұрын
I've had such a great experience with my 90's sportster that it will be difficult for me to get something else. The reliability of this thing has been off the charts, I love it!
@paulfiore70835 ай бұрын
You won't find any Harley more reliable than a evolution Sportster
@jeremyedwards2538 Жыл бұрын
I have a 99 fxdx with 88k miles. I didn't change the cam/tensioner/pads until 78k miles! Hoping to hit 100k by the end of 2024.
@jondent2544 Жыл бұрын
That's great to hear, I have almost 60k miles on my 2001 FXD. I upgraded to SE Cam/tensioner/pads at 25k miles though just to be safe.
@AMDP65 Жыл бұрын
Love my twincam 103ci. Never misses a beat. 46000km on it.
@AlanRoehrich9651 Жыл бұрын
I have a 2007 Night Train, and a 2016 CVO Pro Street Breakout. I love my Twin Cams, and have zero desire to own an M8.
@rarebreed9208 Жыл бұрын
It took me 30yrs to warm up enough to the Evo before buying a '97 WideGlide to give my '72 ElectraGlide a break. A couple of years ago I bought an '02 Twinkie Springer, but sold it shortly after I saw what was inside of it, because I felt like I had bought a box of hand grenades.
@ClovisPoint Жыл бұрын
ugh ,why I wont ever own one
@jamesstorey7270 Жыл бұрын
78,000 on 2005 Deluxe. Have driven it hard. Reliable with no problems
@metalted6128 Жыл бұрын
I’ll keep my evo, with the carburetor. I like the old school, mechanical feel, of evo. I know it’s not as much power, as modern motors. I ride, not race my Harley. I’ll race my Ducati .
@ClovisPoint Жыл бұрын
If people want to be boy racers ,they need to buy a Hayabusa ,not a Hog
@donbetscher94 Жыл бұрын
I’ve owned a twin cam 103 for going on 12 years. Tweaking it here and there once in a while. Also have a 110. Love both motors. Easy to work on as well.
@luisoutumuro424 Жыл бұрын
I have a 2008 Twin Cam that from purchase was bumped up to a Stage II+ 103. + meaning it's not a Stage III, but more than a Stage II. 15 years and never a problem with the engine. Went through a couple of AGM lead batteries, but switched to an Antigravity ATX-20 HD RS Lithium-ION battery, shaved 15 pounds and never looked back. Click/boom every time.
@Smith686plus Жыл бұрын
It’s a work horse. I love mine. I have a 2009 Electra Standard retired traffic bike from a local PD. It’s super smooth, torquey enough, and super reliable.
@paulfiore70835 ай бұрын
I found an 01 FXDX with only 4900 miles. Since then I've installed new inner cam bearings, SE cam plate and high flow oil filter, .510 S&S cams, S&S gear drive, Jagg oil cooler. I've got a Zippers 98" big bore kit sitting in a box. 30,000 miles. No problems
@Tinfoilhat3114 ай бұрын
2012 ultra limited 103. Did ok for 69k miles. Did redoo cam chest at 30k. Built a 117 torque monster in 2022. Timkin upgrade, darkhorse crank, etc.... Baker 7 speed, new primary. Lots of money but cheaper than a new one. Best running/driving, Harley I have ever ridden. It's worth every penny to me.
@frederickking16608 ай бұрын
Might not be the most the most loved but it's the best
@danielsouthern411 Жыл бұрын
I ❤️ my 05 twin cam 88. It's got 86000 miles on it and still running good.. other than routine things and two sets of tensioners it's been worry free and a blast with a tune and thunder header
@GixxerFoo8 ай бұрын
You know the key to keeping those bikes going for the high miles and it's keeping up with your tensioners.
@stefanbergeron1480 Жыл бұрын
Had a 2000 88 5 speed. Loved the heck outta that once it got cams and a gear drive. The tensioner shoes were almost destroyed at 13000 miles but fortunately it was dealt with before failure occurred. Ran the piss out of it for 69000 trouble free miles!! Now have a 110 low rider s and am equally happy! Love the channel sir!
@ckthompson7928 Жыл бұрын
When you fix the tc88's cam tensioner/ cam plate/ oil pump ..... you have one of the best running,most reliable TC,s built. Its not as simple as the evo , but overall I would absolutely buy another one.... the next one will be a 103
@jimfischione2743 Жыл бұрын
You'll love a 103 when you get one. Mine ran great !
@ckthompson7928 Жыл бұрын
@@jimfischione2743 I've ridden one non HO completely stock with 15k miles on it, ( for 400 miles) and one that was a HO stage 1 ( for 300 miles)and both ran great, the HO was extremely impressive and that 6 speed made highway alot easier on the rpms.
@jondent2544 Жыл бұрын
@@ckthompson7928 I haven't ridden a 103 6spd, on highway sounds like it would hold it's own very easily. I ride a Stage 2, TC 88, 2001 FXD. It does well when traffic isn't too heavy, I am high reving in 5th going 90 with more power to go, but that's all I really need. Stay a step ahead of traffic. Having a 6th speed would be a luxury in my world, but the older Shovel heads I think had only 4 spd. so there's that.
@ckthompson7928 Жыл бұрын
@@jondent2544 ive got a 06 road king stage 2 tc 88 and couldn't ask for more out of it. The 5spd has its benefits, if you go ahead to head with a six speed and you do a short shift in first say pull to 3800 rpm and lay on it when you hit second you stay ahead of the six speed until about 60mph then they're gearing allows them to pull away from you. I love em all , it's not a problem, I can stop whenever I want.
@96HC12 Жыл бұрын
I’ve had two Evos and 3 Twin Cams. My 2008 96 cu inch is my favorite. Plenty of power and very dependable.
@scottarmstrong1172 Жыл бұрын
I've had 2 twin cams, an 06 efi and a 00 with a carb, which I still have. I have to say that I've been reasonably happy with both. I've liked a few evos too. Every Harley I've ever owned has had some screwy issue that the factory let slide. Overall, though, I would still rather deal with the newer ones than the shovelheads and ironheads that I came up on. They're faster and more reliable, IMHO.
@anthonyjake99396 ай бұрын
2012 FLH 103ci twin cam....50k miles Rock solid roller.
@bradwilliams4921 Жыл бұрын
Been riding a TC88B for 21 years and so far 👍. Currently about 64500 miles on it and I hope it holds out until I can afford a Touring Harley-Davidson with the M8. But as of now.... no regrets.
@mitchisaak969 Жыл бұрын
Because my crankshaft runout was minimal I was able to go with gear driven cams. 2001 FXDXT. I’m pretty happy with it…
@Scott-rr7dy Жыл бұрын
I had a 2002 Fatboy. With gear drive ss 510 cams. Best thing I ever did . The motor always delivered and was bullet proof.
@rodzimmerman1979 Жыл бұрын
I Personally bought one of the first twin cam's in 1999. After I put 15,000 miles on it the problems with the timing chain and tensioners were becoming well known. I had H-D DLR install S&S gear drive with 510 cams in it with a new oil pump, they also installed an after market tuner so I had basically an after market stage 2. This really improved the bottom and mid range power and the bike was very fun to ride. I put 100,000 miles on it before I sold it to my nephew who still has it. the engine has never been apart and has never leaked oil. Oh and I had also moved the vent tube strait down from the motor with a place PCV hose from NAPA because from day 1 I was getting oil dripping from the air filter. I don't know if that added to the engine life or not. I took a 3600 mile trip with it jut before I sold it and it used a pint of oil. I also own a 1998 EVO that we had to rebuild the engine with 92,000 miles on it because it was literally using a quart of oil every 50 miles. Both bikes had the oil changed every 3,000 miles through their lives. I now own a 2014 103 TC with an after market stage 1 with a power vision tuner license and I love the bike and how it runs. I also own a 2017 Milwaukee 8 with an aftermarket stage 2, CR480 cam, S&S cam plate, oil pump, lifters, cuffs, and a TSS tuner. I also installed an additional crankcase vent using a vented dipstick from Feuling. This is also a very fun bike to ride. I will probably have to replace the cylinders, pistons, at some point with the M8 from what I have been reading and expecting head gasket failure and ring failure around 50,000 miles. Once that happens and I replace those parts with good aftermarket ones I expect that it will be ready for another 100,000 miles but I will probably never put those kind of miles on it because I am riding less than I used to. In my opinion the TC is a great motor better than the EVO for both power and engine life. The M8 I expect after all of the mods will also be a great motor that will be long lasting and boy the power is so much fun.
@DavidConstanza-g9w Жыл бұрын
I have an 05 twin cam 88b in my deluxe. It’s carbureted with 17000 miles. Stage one, screaming eagles. Love the power and torque . Keep checking the cam tensioners.
@Supermankev2001 Жыл бұрын
I have a 2012 103 twin cam I have 146000 Km about 91000 miles no issues runs great. Never been torn apart I do all my service and never let me down.I did change the oils to synthetic which made a big difference in the amount of heat. Runs cooler
@fastsilverado Жыл бұрын
I love my twin cam 96. Have had two bikes with them. Love the sound of one even with stock exhaust.
@richwills2322 Жыл бұрын
I had the 120R motor and I put the 120RX upgrade kit in it before installing it in my streetglide. It was a monster motor putting out over 140 HP at the wheel and yet it was also the smoothest running Harley engine I ever owned in my 45 years of owning them. And the bike ran relativly cool and was just as happy cruising across the state as it was hotrodding from light to light! It always instantly started hot or cold and never had a problem in the 6 years I owned it despite the fact I would wind it up every chance I had!
@243wayne1 Жыл бұрын
I have the 103 Hi Output RXYZ upgrade kit in it and am currently enjoying over 205 HP at the wheel and 190 Torque. It is by FAR the smoothest, fastest, get the hell out of my way engine Harley I've ever owned in my 46 years of owning Harleys. Beautiful bikes.
@markkrumrine2943 Жыл бұрын
I had an 02 Electra glide standard. TC 88. Rode that thing all over the eastern US and Canada. Never a single issue ever period. I have nothing bad to say about them. Everyone I rode with had them as well. I've moved on to the M8 so Farr so good
@ken2tou Жыл бұрын
I had two oil pumps fail on my 07 CVO in the last twelve years. Had to rebuild it from the crank up twice. Fixed the issues and still ride it.
@thangknowa3288 Жыл бұрын
My bought new 2011 103 Road King has been excellent, the salesman advised updates, 6 months later I had them done. SEAC, SERT, SE255 cam, new headers (Cat GONE), dyno brought it all together, and it transformed from bike to beast. Heat was gone, and 6 gear developed purpose in two up riding. A real treasure to ride. Mobil 1 V-Twin Syn in all 3 holes, keeping this bike for a long, long time.
@trumanbeal5668 Жыл бұрын
I never ran into issue with either of my tc88b motors, and never have had a problem on my tc96b either.. But, I also am not really that hard on them, and am changing the oil every 3k regardless..
@Crslawncare13 Жыл бұрын
2009 fltr 96’ 54K on it … good motor. This month the dealership changed the compensator, the umbrella valves, some gaskets.. Front tire front bearing for the wheel.. I think it’s a bike and motor combination.. if I had a passenger and they were heavy, I would want 103.. but I ride solo and pearl black… I hope you’re feeling well. Everybody take care.
@davemagee Жыл бұрын
Hey Gixer another great video I had a M8 traded it in for a 15 RG awesome bike it did have a motor explosion but that was down to the milage which I wasn't aware of but Now awesome balanced crank new pistons barrels and Port and polished I'm still surprised how quick it is I don't think I will be getting rid of it anytime soon. Must mention USA imports in New Zealand great guy and he knows his stuff and how to build a engine. All the best from New Zealand 🇳🇿
@deweydodo6691 Жыл бұрын
my first twin cam bike was a 2008 softtail custom. Its all about maintenance of your ride.
@barneyroberts8272 Жыл бұрын
I have a 2014 FLHTK 103 twin cam. Put 7000 miles on it this summer. It's a great motorcycle.
@BryanShawn-k6iАй бұрын
I have an 04 ultra with 43k miles. Stage 1. Runs great
@tellytruth85548 ай бұрын
Cathing up with this video. I stupily sold my 02 FXSTS years ago with TC88. I had put in the S&S gear drive w/S&S cams into V&H big radius. Carb'd. Nice increase in power & sound. Around 20+k mi. Guy who bought it has over 100k and ridden very hard. Breaks my heart. I replaced my FXSTS with another this time a 96 Evo. Getting ready to do the lifters & p-rods. Want to cam & bearing at same time. I'm also waiting delivery of a 2015 Freewheeler 103TC. 20k mi. Also have/had 06 FLHRI inj TC88. Only 14.6k mi. Runs perfect with true dual Rineharts. BTW I run RedLine 3 holes. Great. Just my $.02.
@GixxerFoo8 ай бұрын
I feel your pain, I've sold bikes and then saw them again out in wild and wish I never sold it. Really kicking myself if I didn't have to sell it either.
@richardanderson4916 Жыл бұрын
Love, love, love my 2004 twin cam Road King!!❤❤❤
@SteveChapman-l6y Жыл бұрын
We have two bikes with twin cam engines , an 07 road glide and am 07 dyna wide glide . Both of these engines have been really good. Yes they run hotter then my evo but I have been very happy with them. 10:47
@nbitt1319 Жыл бұрын
TC 103 here. Great motor, much better sound than the M8
@shep68 Жыл бұрын
I love my Rushmore TC with the high output. It’s given me no problems, and I have no desire to upgrade to the M8. Frankly I didn’t even know the TC had a bad rep (outside of those early chain tensioners).
@heathwest3718 Жыл бұрын
Me either. Occasional compensator stuff but nothing major. I thought they had a great reputation. #TeamTC
@altizermichael Жыл бұрын
Love my Rushmore 103.
@richardhickoxhillbillydavi8044 Жыл бұрын
I've got an 05 88ci. Stock with 55000 mile love it ni issues..... also have a 103 ci. 07 ...(both softtail) 103 has the screaming eagle kit. Heads cylinders and cams... love it as well....No issues..Taken both in 3 to 400 mile rides
@kurtengel6029 Жыл бұрын
My 08 TC with 103 stage III pro kit runs strong no problems, keeps me smiling every time i crank the throttle
@datkinso30 Жыл бұрын
Currently own 3 TBW - TCs 09 FLSTSB (96B) / 26k Miles 14 FLHTK (103HO) / 57k Miles 15 FLHR (103) / 37k Miles All had 1 prior owner & pretty much stock when I got them - each serves its purpose for me and from an engine perspective, have been very reliable, (FLHTK has taken me to TX, Sturgis, & MD - the other 2 stay in FL for solo day/weekend trips). Regular Maintenance is a MUST on any engine & I have an excellent indy mechanic who has done all the work + upgrades on them - expecting well over 150k miles from each before having to rebuild or replace to an S&S. Always like your videos, even the non-TC ones - TY
@mikelarochemusic46933 ай бұрын
Hey I love my twin cam heat for winter time riding in Virginia. I will often stop in an empty parking lot to warm my fingertips on the primary for a while lol
@christopherosully9456 Жыл бұрын
I love my twin cam 103 way more than my 117 m8. Sound feel. Just needs the power of the 117. But my 117 sounds like a tractor not a Harley
@xlr8r3VA Жыл бұрын
I haven't owned one. A friend of mine has a 2002 Softail Standard that he rides daily and has had very few problems with it. He absolutely loves it. I still love my '95 Evo Electra Glide with almost 102,000 miles on it. If I decide to get rid of my 883 Sportster, I may go for a TC Dyna Wide Glide. I would like to do a Dyna with a Springer front end on it. Get a 100" big bore kit with a set of Wood 555s and mildly ported heads. Should be a good fun set up.
@dmitrykhramov1832 Жыл бұрын
Dyna wide glide with a springer front end has been on my mind too. 🤔
@ronburke Жыл бұрын
I have a 13 ultra 45000 miles stage one fp3 no issues so far. There is a couple of old shovelheads in the garage that I've had for 15yrs or so I'd ride any of them ocean to ocean anytime harley's new or old if taken care of will last forever
@shameless6963 Жыл бұрын
Got a '02 Super Glide. Put a S&S 509 complete cam chest kit in it. Absolutely love it. Also ride a '77 Super Glide. BIG difference in power, TC88 is very reliable as far as I'm concerned
@Crslawncare13 Жыл бұрын
2009 fltr 96’ good motor. This month the dealership changed the compensator, the umbrella valves, some gaskets.. Front tire front bearing for the wheel.. I think it’s a bike and motor combination.. if I had a passenger and they were heavy, I would want 103.. but I ride solo and pearl black… I hope you’re feeling well. Everybody take care.
@karlbishop7481 Жыл бұрын
My first Harley was an Evo Sporty, the best engine Harley has ever built in my opinion. I sold it and got a 2006 Deuce with the 88. I was perfectly happy with this bike unfortunately it was destroyed in a garage fire. I couldn't find a used bike that I liked for a variety of reasons so I bought a new Slim with the 110. I chose it mainly that that it came with cruise and ABS. I kept it for two years and then couldn't take it anymore. The heat from that engine was unbearable especially when stuck in traffic. The hydraulic clutch was no jewel either, in stop and barely go traffic it was brutal to the hand. Furthermore the engine was extremely noisy. I got rid of some of it with aftermarket lifter and Rockouts. It was my last and final Harley. I traded it for a 1400 Guzzi. Faster, handled better, and barely felt any heat even with the cylinders right in front of my thighs. There is more than one reason to stick the cylinders out of the side of the bike but cooling is one. When Guzzi owners complain about the heat, I respond "what heat go try out a 110 Harley then you will know what heat is. There is no right or wrong way to mount an engine just a left and right way. 😊 I just bought a V100 Guzzi, my my Harley has a long way to go to catch up to the rest of the world. If a 10,000 bikes a year company can build something like this for a lot less money then there is no excuse why Harley can't up it's game.
@radiozvrk6784 Жыл бұрын
@radiozvrk6784 prije 1 minutu I sold my 2009 RK after I tested Custom 1400. Great bike, it's like a bullet. I'm old Guzzi fan,my grandfather had 1936 250 airone,I grew up with that bike in our garage. I started with 1982 350 imola vhen I was 15 years old,still have it. And at 42 i'm back on Guzzi. This month I was to Mandello,to finally visit the factory,really nice museum... Next year again,I live 600 km from Mandelo in Croatia.
@karlbishop7481 Жыл бұрын
My V100 is my 3rd Guzzi. I miss my Audace but it just got too awkward for me due to weight, rake and trail, I am after all 78 years old. I also have a V7lll Special which I mainly use for local riding, errands etc. The V100 is the best handling bike I have ever ridden.
@jamesbobo5377 Жыл бұрын
I've riden a shovel head when I was 17 loved it. An Evo at 21 loved it, owned neither. I didn't take the leap of ownership from metric to standard until 50, now at 55. I've bought 3 still own 2 all 110s none have broken my heart yet so the romance continues. Lots of roll-on power on the streetglide and my Breakout, it'll still stretch my ears back!
@mrmickier8 ай бұрын
Love my 88, IMHO the carb'd models are pretty magical... Stage 1 and watch the (still factory) tensioners, and I'm going strong at 60k. Can't imagine getting into the full electronic $40k + models, I just prefer the basic simple setup
@GixxerFoo8 ай бұрын
Ain't nothing wrong at all with that setup!
@harrymesner4077 Жыл бұрын
Love my 103. My 88 efi never had problems but that macaroni fuel injection, good luck with finding parts.
@ClovisPoint Жыл бұрын
typical HD attitude ,you cant get the parts you need.............................
@efrenlopezchuck3735 Жыл бұрын
88 tc and 103 and 110…via fxr swap. blew up too many Evo’s w my fxr’s. Enjoying riding slow w my shovel’s in my fxr’s.
@RodHog1 Жыл бұрын
I have 2016 street glide special watched your videos on cams omg put woods 222 had dyno tuned nothing for me to keep up with buddys 114 i love it just rode to fontana dam today curvey roads what torgue lot better than me trying to buy 30 or fortey thousound dollar bike love the videos thanks for info
@murraytaylor9878 Жыл бұрын
I've had 4 harleys ..78 sportster, 07 sportster a 103 and my latest 110 ...the shovel head was a bit of a worry but the rest have been fine...I really like the 110 If you don't beat on them too hard and use good oil and change it out often, it should be good
@Wrenchhead55 Жыл бұрын
Ironhead
@821061678 ай бұрын
I have 148,000 miles on my 2006 Ultra Classic. Once I upgraded the cam chain tensioners to hydraulic at 50,000, it’s been mostly wear & tear repairs. Just got it back in the road for the 2024 season and it’s running great. Very happy with my original 88 Twin Cam and no desire to get something newer.
@GixxerFoo8 ай бұрын
148K is awesome and highly impressive!
@hobbitsrgr8 Жыл бұрын
I’m on my second TC88, an 06 Road King fuel injected. My first was a 2001 Deuce, carbureted. No issues with either. I’m going to install a Jagg oil cooler on the Road King this weekend.
@stevesayers1941 Жыл бұрын
i had a 2009 96 twin cam sounded awesome and pulled very well
@michaelbailey7483 Жыл бұрын
My t.c 88 in my 03 heritage is pushing over 40,000 mi and I don't even think the cam chain tensioners have been changed out yet but I'm getting ready to put a complete fueling kit in
@TheOldWhiteGuy Жыл бұрын
I would just like to say I look forward to your videos every week. They are very informative and on spot to you title subject. No click bait. Guess I am just getting tired of some of the other channels with 10% title Subject 90% B.S. I don't care about. Thanks for your hard work.
@kevinbyrd87212 ай бұрын
I have four TCs...04 CVO Deuce 95, 11 Dyna SG 96, 07 Dyna CVO 110, and an 07 Ultra CVO 110. Had no issues with any of them and i ride them ALL. Also put a Hammer 1275 in 2000 883...its peppy!😄
@davidwooten3924 Жыл бұрын
Got a '07 and have dealt with the issues nearly 40k and solid as a Honda
@lukefarnell8990 Жыл бұрын
I have just hit a bump in the road with mine, it was a huge hit and got the crank all twisted up on my break out 103 so shes in a Harley getting it fixed and modified 😂😊
@richardpitts6284 Жыл бұрын
The best thing I ever did . Was buy a 2006 Dyna Super Glide . It's a destroked 96 c.i. it's a 88 c.i. I bought it for the 6 speed . And love it 💗
@MrTurnone Жыл бұрын
Between my son and I we have four 103 Twin Cam bikes, Street Glide Rushmore, Road Glide Custom, Heritage and a Slim and they are rock solid bikes. They love HP cams that's for sure, they wake up and rip
@MerrittW Жыл бұрын
Id say the 2016 Twin Cam was the best of the current period. Last of the line before the 107 was sorted, rolling with wet heads who could complain. Sure the water pump was sub par but once replaced with a 107 pump its rock solid.
@jojo-dn7qb Жыл бұрын
i have a 2014 ultra. love the sound and the engine
@russmode Жыл бұрын
Have 2 of them, 05RK and 2012CVO, love them both. Had an M8 Street Bob for 1 year that was great, Woods Stage 2, beat the crap out of and it took it all, traded for the 2012 CVO, no regrets.