TOP 5 reasons to get a Harley Davidson Stage 2

[@jeffdriggs2895]

Ordered SE stage 2 kit, cannon slip ons, and SE tuner for my 21 RKS. Will be installed on the 30th! I’m 6’4”, 270, my 114 has plenty of pull, but looking for a little more acceleration for the reason you stated. Already installed Legends front and back, what a ride! Keep posting, enjoy your vlogs! Ride safe brothers and sisters!

[@BoDean52]

Thanks Jeff and we are the same...think you are going to love it!

[@backforty4276]

Just getting started on my stage two set up ; SE extreme ventilator AC, SE 55mm intake manifold, SE adj. push rods, Fueling st race series lifters, SE oil pump & plate, CR 480 mt cam, full sac 2-1-2 header, S&S MK45 mufflers and Dyno Jet tuner. 😎

[@BoDean52]

That will be a beast!

[@backforty4276]

@@BoDean52 one of the other comments has me looking for a good compensator ramp 😡, he’s probably right too.

[@Broncoride]

Great to hear your happy voice about the increase in power with getting off the line. Too cool.

[@BoDean52]

thanks brother!

[@joemckeehan4724]

I did stage 2 on 2019 Road Glide Ultra. Big performance upgrade. Love it!

[@BigSmittyRiding]

Man, I fully believe a Stage 2 is worth it just for the added performance alone. Stage 1 is nice but the Stage 2 is more fun and adds usable power to the bike. Very good video!

[@BoDean52]

thanks sir and I am very glad I did it, runs sweet

[@twanweijts]

Stage 3 is more fun

[@ocglide2566]

I upgraded the Cam in my 2019 RGS 3 years ago. I went with a Red Shift 468 cam it made a big difference I really love it.

[@BoDean52]

Very nice, huge difference isn’t it

[@ocglide2566]

@@BoDean52 Absolutely, a cam upgrade on a M8 really opens it up. On my old Twin Cam 96 I put $3500 into the top end to make it 103 and the M8 has more power with a simple cam change.

[@bobbywarren7917]

I feel ya dude. I'm a 63 yr old 16 ye old

[@BoDean52]

hope we never change that!

[@bobbywarren7917]

@@BoDean52 it will change 5/17/24. I'll be a 64 year old 16 year old 😁🤪

[@Viper6-MotoVlogger]

Steve two is always recommended in my opinion. I’m not a fan of modifying internal engine parts. If I want a faster bike, I’ll buy a bike designed to be fast.

[@BoDean52]

Fair enoigh

[@doulos77]

S&S 585 cam chest kit installed. I do really like the bump at 3k but I don't particularly like how much noisier the motor is. Overall I would do it again in a minute

[@BoDean52]

Nice and same here, no regrets

[@JonnyPinelli]

I just did the stage 2 on my RGL 114, V&H slipon, arlen nes big sucker air filter and I took off the catalyst.. It was properly dyno tuned and its not loud... my cam is a S&S 465.. bike is amazing and luckly not loud.. it's a bit louder than before the cam and it has now a deep and nice bass sound... fuel econony is around 46 mpg crusing at 75 mph... Bike has now 101whp and 127lbt with a flat torque curve

[@BoDean52]

Sounds right and great numbers, seeing same mileage here. I hear great things about the S&S cam, liking it I assume?

[@JonnyPinelli]

@@BoDean52 I took the bike yesterday and just rode 120 miles.. so far I am very happy!

[@ronkelly255]

You don't know how timely this is for me! Thanks SO much for the input. I've been toying with purchasing a '17 RG to put a Moto-Trike kit on and wondering what I could do to beef up the performance. I've been spoiled riding a '21 Triglide with that 114, BUT have ridden a '16 RGU with that independent suspension and I really found a huge positive difference in the ride, but it was a bit sluggish. Thanks again!

[@BoDean52]

My pleasure and good luck Ron!

[@wooddawg4868]

In My opinion a stage two is only good if you upgrade the entire cam chest with a premium cam kit like the ones from S&S motors.

[@BoDean52]

Would be better for sure, for my type of riding this has worked

[@T4G95]

If you want the pure performance kind of build and don’t care about going on longer rides or having any kind of fuel efficiency. The screaming eagle cams are a good way to get a decent performance boost, a more traditional harley sound and still keep it suitable for longer rides.

[@HarleyGeezer1954]

Umm, I am rethinking my stage 2. It is definitely an upgrade in performance. It really goes. I have the 465 S&S cam for more torque. I did a complete lower end redo. HOWEVER, the gas mileage really sucks bad. I find I don't really ride any different with a staged 2 than my previous stage one configuration. I used to get 300 miles per tank here in Florida. I now get about 210 Miles per tank. That means the jury is still out for me. I only did it because my original stock cam after 20,000 miles was toast. I had no choice. I will live with it for now. Maybe I will get used to the trade off. I hope.

[@BoDean52]

Good point and I have not checked on gas mileage yet but plan too

[@PitbullSoco]

210-250 is normal on a stock Harley. You maybe thought you were getting around 300 but I doubt you actually were

[@HarleyGeezer1954]

@@PitbullSoco Nope, I actually wwas. In Florida everything is flat. The computer is pretty accurate.

[@freebehindbars8654]

No one gets 300 miles out of a tank, that’s 50 mpg, in a HD touring bike.

[@derfskittlers6125]

I agree 300 miles is not gonna happen unless you only go down hill the whole time.​@@freebehindbars8654

[@jesse1koda2]

I'm close to getting a stage 2 on my 2019 RG one of the reasons is I want to upgrade the oil pump

[@BoDean52]

I think the ones 19 and below did have the oil pump issue so good call. Mine I understand is good because it is a 2021

[@bryanwalker3110]

Getting ready to do a cam upgrade on my 14 twin cam with the woods 222 cam, I’m currently running the Rinehart slimline duals, should I leave the exhaust alone or should I go to a good 2-1 exhaust?

[@BoDean52]

You don’t need to from my perspective at all

[@gregmonhollen4327]

I love my Stage two I have the full Rinehart exhaust

[@BoDean52]

Sounds and performs great I bet

[@PinksAdventures]

I almost pulled the trigger on a stage 2...but decided to wait. I did a stage 1 for now....I don't know how many tunnels you have out your way....but go through one on the bike and see how fast your man-child shows....ask me how I know!!🤣...great video...stay safe...ride safe!!😎👍🤙👍🤙🇨🇦

[@BoDean52]

thanks brother and plan to do a video on why you should NOT do a stage 2. Stir it up some!

[@Petesmotoadventure]

More power is always more fun. That and your new suspension must be a huge improvement. It will be interesting as exhaust companies are pulling the cat less pipes and moved them to the racing section. HD had to pay a huge fine years ago to the EPA as they were installing illegal parts on street bikes.

[@BoDean52]

Seeing the same and soon no shop will take a cat out I bet

[@bradlozano2571]

I have the Fueling 525 Cam for my TC 103 for over a year sitting in my Garage....At over 43K on it now....I feel that just putting that on a Bike with mileage.....I got to go through my Engine before doing it....Because with more power and torque i will ride it harder than i do now with a Stage 1...

[@BoDean52]

I think that is a good call

[@painsrides]

All true... I'm happy to see you so happy😁 and I like to think, in some part, I influenced you to stage 2 (hey, I made a rhyme and didn't even have to add a Z ..) My stage 2 Vic has a bark and a howl... I just can't hold it back from singing its song.

[@BoDean52]

Your rhymZe is very nice. Do love the stage 2 for sure and you always influence me

[@ethanpersons1588]

Hey BoDean, what head pipe did you get? Thanks!

[@BoDean52]

Basani

[@unscentedlotion8548]

I have a 2014 heritage softtail. Got it from the dealer and it came with some cobras. I'm looking to get a stage 2 done and this video has been very informative and makes me wanna pull the trigger more. Do you know a rough estimate of cost?

[@BoDean52]

think I paid about $1100 but already had the slop ons

[@kurtfirestone2761]

What road is that that you are on I live in Michigan myself always looking for a new Road

[@BoDean52]

It is right outside of Hell Michigan

[@roberthaven8094]

Good afternoon Mr. BoDean, I hope you are well. Great video! Are you familiar with a Stage III as well? Thank you Respectfully, Robert

[@BoDean52]

thanks and I am a little, just decided to keep it here

[@Old-n-slo-locked-n-leaned]

What tuner do you have and is it a canned map, or did you have it dyno tuned?

[@BoDean52]

It’s a Screaming Eagle torque cam and it was Dyno tuned

[@Old-n-slo-locked-n-leaned]

@@BoDean52 Thanks for responding. Was it tuned with the Screaming Eagle Pro tuner?

[@BoDean52]

@@Old-n-slo-locked-n-leaned yes sir

[@b87flst]

I'm 72. I ride a 2017 Tri- Glide stage 2 torque cam, Vance & Haines slip-ons and K&N air filter. runs out a lot better then stock. I get more valve noise now. Never grow up.

[@BoDean52]

Love it!

[@TyFromTennessee]

Buster! Noooo. I loved seeing him in your videos. My neighbors here have sticks up their butt so I try and make the bike scream every chance I get!

[@BoDean52]

Told wife we need a Buster look alike soon

[@robertpronovost3839]

My 2020 street glide breaths tons better with just 4 inch cannons

[@BoDean52]

I bet, nice!

[@billbalyx8799]

2018 FLTRU , 86,000kms with a stage 2 power cam, great upgrade...but the best was Legend suspension front and back....but yeah stage 2 worth it.

[@BoDean52]

agree and I still love it

[@genekelley7579]

🛑🛑 I agree Bob!👍 The Low End “Grunt” Torque, is just makes the bike feel AWESOME! It is really fun to just “jump on it”!!💯 The Heat and the bikes ability to “breath” is very nice and noticeable. Please let us know if you’re taking some rides this year. Keep Riding Buddy!!😀👍

[@BoDean52]

Thanks Gene and be nice to ride one day together

[@genekelley7579]

@@BoDean52 I’ll be interested to your Stage 2 reaction, after riding 2 Up. 💯👍 You are going to Love It, less shifting and more low end torque.

[@mikebodine4164]

Need for speed 😮 yes

[@BoDean52]

can't help it

[@northbysoutheast5439]

I’ll not do any stage kits until my bike absolutely need’s rebuilt. Once you crack that perfectly good engine apart it will become a problem.

[@BoDean52]

Somme truth there and I am doing a counter video on why not to do a stage 2 and that is one of the reasons to consider

[@Elkslaya1]

Hmmmmmmm, interesting. I’m a couple years in to the bike scene. My 117 runs great at the moment. I was thinking about doing a stage 1 and 2. I may have to rethink that……..

[@jerryhubbard4461]

Just getting rid of the cat converter and air box is all you need. Not enough change to spend the money on stage $$.

[@keithsmith9716]

How much does it cost?

[@BoDean52]

Depends on which set you go with, I already had pipes on. With pipes, I would guess $1500

[@backforty4276]

@@BoDean52 That’s for just a cam and tune. Price will be higher if you need anything else 🤔

[@kev1163]

i am also 59, i hit the 60 mark on Veterans Day.

[@BoDean52]

We are still young right!

[@rodneybarcus2233]

Interesting video BoDean but no thank you on the stage two. For the motorcycle to run less restricted and cooler a full stage one with a proper head pipe an tune will do that. I think the more you do to that engine you decrease reliability. Everyone knows that they come from the factory to restricted. A 114 has enough power it just like you said needs to breath. Save your money.

[@BoDean52]

Fair point Rodney, doing a counter point to this video and one of the points is just what you said

[@tonyrowland9216]

What could possibly go wrong?

[@BoDean52]

Exactly!

[@gmracer01]

Monkey with the cam, replace the OEM compensator ramp or else it the cast comp ramp will fail. Trust me.

[@BoDean52]

Hmmmmmm...dealer did it, going to look now. Thanks

[@backforty4276]

O great, now I’m looking for four hundred more dollars 🥵

[@MicahBell_1860]

Not worth it if you keep uphrading. Just go straight from stage 1 to stage 4 or you will be changing the cam again

[@BoDean52]

Not going that far, sticking at stage 2

[@MicahBell_1860]

I'll remember this when you post the episodes of stage lll & then stage lV@@BoDean52

[@mikebodine4164]

I do like to come off the line but tires don’t last long. I have 10 years on you.😳😵‍💫😢🤣😂🤣

[@BoDean52]

still a youngin!

[@PresPres1]

👍🏽👍🏽

[@BoDean52]

thanks!