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[cvo1717]

And if they use it a lot down low without downshifting the cranks are more likely to scissor.

Can you please explain this more I don't understand ?Are you saying to down shift then take off instead of just rolling on the throttle?

[Road Dad]

You mean like in "lugging" the engine? 

And if they use it a lot down low without downshifting the cranks are more likely to scissor.

[Road Dad]

I don't recall you said that, I only saw your generic statement. Nothing on lugging the engine. Maybe I missed it?

Yeah, 'er 'uh, like I said.  Later--HUBBARD

[HUBBARD]

Look, luggin' it, or twistin' it, it's my opinion it won't take it.  That's just my opinion.  If I thought a 117 woulda' stood up to my punishment, for more than one or two riding seasons, I'da' had one built.  But my Motor man said it wouldn't.  That's why I'm building a 124.  And guess what...it probably won't either....and when it comes apart, I'll have him build another one, just like I have for the last 20+ years.  They will all come apart, eventually, if you continually put them to the test.  Again, that's just my opinion, based on my experience.  I hope yours is trouble free, and gives you years of dependable service.  The best Motor I ever had was a Zipper's 120.  126 HP, 138 tq. Lasted 22,000 miles.  Surprised me, quite frankly.  Sometimes I get fooled.    Later--HUBBARD

[Road Dad]

It is always good to keep up consumer spending    I will probably do my part as well. Time will tell

Look, luggin' it, or twistin' it, it's my opinion it won't take it.  That's just my opinion.  If I thought a 117 woulda' stood up to my punishment, for more than one or two riding seasons, I'da' had one built.  But my Motor man said it wouldn't.  That's why I'm building a 124.  And guess what...it probably won't either....and when it comes apart, I'll have him build another one, just like I have for the last 20 years.  They will all come apart, eventually, if you continually put them to the test.  Again, that's just my opinion, based on my experience.  I hope yours is trouble free, and gives you years of dependable service.  The best Motor I ever had was a Zipper's 120.  126 HP, 138 tq. Lasted 22,000 miles.  Surprised me, quite frankly.  Sometimes I get fooled.    Later--HUBBARD

[HUBBARD]

It is always good to keep up consumer spending    I will probably do my part as well. Time will tell

Ain't it the truth?  It's like an addiction.  And broke don't cure it, either.  There was a time I spent money I didn't have seeking HP, but it eventually worked out.  Hell.......that's what Banks are for!  Later--HUBBARD

[Road Dad]

Been there, still do some of that  You only live once! 

Ain't it the truth?  It's like an addiction.  And broke don't cure it, either.  There was a time I spent money I didn't have seeking HP, but it eventually worked out.  Hell.......that's what Banks are for!  Later--HUBBARD

[Beak Boater]

Hope your build keeps putting a smile on your face. That dyno sheet shows some great low end with the 259's. As said......you may want to put Dark Horse or S&S on speed dial.(lol) just mess'n with you Enjoy it!!!!nothing will last for ever.
If you went to the trouble of splitting the cases and addressing the fly wheels, then you might as well have the cases bored and build a 124. It never ends...right once you get hooked on the power and torque its like an addiction.
This is an easier, cheaper way to achieve the same objective, if it lasts, only time will tell us that.

[RoadDawg]

Hope your build keeps putting a smile on your face. That dyno sheet shows some great low end with the 259's. As said......you may want to put Dark Horse or S&S on speed dial.(lol) just mess'n with you Enjoy it!!!!nothing will last for ever.
If you went to the trouble of splitting the cases and addressing the fly wheels, then you might as well have the cases bored and build a 124. It never ends...right once you get hooked on the power and torque its like an addiction.
This is an easier, cheaper way to achieve the same objective, if it lasts, only time will tell us that.

Well said, bro' I'm definitely smiling on my new ride. I don't intend to ride it into the ground. I'm not racing anyone either. It's a great ride with the 117 and a big improvement over my 110, which is exactly what I wanted. Not trying to outdo anyone. Look, I can't help it if I got great numbers on a 117 drop in kit with a dealership dyno tune. But it is what it is. The tuner spent 8 hours on the dynamometer, maybe that had something to do with it. Should I be feeling guilty now...hmm...guess not. 

[Rooster]

SAE= Max Power 115.77 Max Torque 129.28
Not enough to notice a difference in the real world.

Nice numbers especially the torque

[SneakyPete]

Ain't it the truth?  It's like an addiction.  And broke don't cure it, either.  There was a time I spent money I didn't have seeking HP, but it eventually worked out.  Hell.......that's what Banks are for!  Later--HUBBARD

Speaking of broke, is your motor going to be ready for Daytona?

[HUBBARD]

Speaking of broke, is your motor going to be ready for Daytona?

Hope so.  Going to Salisbury next Saturday to view the progress.  Good Howie's gonna' meet me there, and we're gonna' chew the fat.  Jody takes his time, and I ain't gonna' push him.  He wants to put 300-500 miles on it before he turns it loose.  Weather will be a factor.  I may not be there on the 4th, as planned, but I'll be there, Lord willing and the creek don't rise.  Lookin' forward to it!!     Later--HUBBARD 

[Rjs09gtr]

My local dealer, Brian's Harley-Davidson in Langhorne, Pa did a 117 kit install on their showroom floor today for the customers to watch.  They posted some cool videos on their facebook page of the build, here's the link if anyone wants to see

https://www.facebook.com/BriansHD/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel

[Road Dad]

I like the sound!

My local dealer, Brian's Harley-Davidson in Langhorne, Pa did a 117 kit install on their showroom floor today for the customers to watch.  They posted some cool videos on their facebook page of the build, here's the link if anyone wants to see

https://www.facebook.com/BriansHD/?ref=aymt_homepage_panel

[Lever]

Wow that's awesome to watch
gotta say that dealership is on bucket list of must see
thanks for sharing