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Title: New in New Hampshire
Post by: bc on May 10, 2007, 07:50:51 PM
Just saying hello and thanks - been reading a LOT on 110 issues and upgrades.  This board's been great in pointing me to various sites for a fast education on EFI, as well as offering lots of individual, unique perspective!

I'm picking up my blue '07 SE Springer next week, trading in my '01 Deuce.  Good deal - MSRP, no freight or setup, and the 1,000 mile will be $125.  Good trade too - hard to beat that combo.  I plan on breaking it in stock and maybe running it to 1500 or so, then going with a pretty straightforward upgrade scenario: pipes, SERT, and K&N filter upgrade.  I'm leaning toward LSR 2-1's or D&D Fatcats, all mostly for heat management and longevity. 

I've been looking for a good SERT tuner in New England (dealer doesn't have a dyno).  Lots of PC guys around, including one local that sells the PC/dyno run as a package for $500, but I'd prefer the SERT.

I almost bought an SE Dyna.  Had second thoughts on vibration, though, killed the deal and decided to go with the Softail.

Thanks again - lots of knowledgeable people here.

BC
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: Fired00d on May 10, 2007, 08:06:35 PM
bc,
Welcome to the site glad to have you join us. :2vrolijk_21: Don't forget when you get your bike to post some pictures of it here.

 :worthless: :worthless:

 :pumpkin:
Ride Safe,
Fired00d
 :fireman:
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: VAZHOG on May 10, 2007, 08:09:09 PM
Welcome to the show  :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: Puzzled on May 10, 2007, 08:09:44 PM
bc :welcome_005: to CVO Harley.
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: mr_magoo on May 10, 2007, 08:26:47 PM
Welcome to the site hope you enjoy it here.
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: skyglide on May 10, 2007, 08:44:37 PM
Welcome :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: naitram on May 10, 2007, 08:51:03 PM
welcome aboard, where in NH?
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: HogDude on May 10, 2007, 09:01:17 PM

BC,
Welcome to the show !
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: Hoist! on May 11, 2007, 01:04:23 AM
Just saying hello and thanks - been reading a LOT on 110 issues and upgrades.  This board's been great in pointing me to various sites for a fast education on EFI, as well as offering lots of individual, unique perspective!

I'm picking up my blue '07 SE Springer next week, trading in my '01 Deuce.  Good deal - MSRP, no freight or setup, and the 1,000 mile will be $125.  Good trade too - hard to beat that combo.  I plan on breaking it in stock and maybe running it to 1500 or so, then going with a pretty straightforward upgrade scenario: pipes, SERT, and K&N filter upgrade.  I'm leaning toward LSR 2-1's or D&D Fatcats, all mostly for heat management and longevity. 

I've been looking for a good SERT tuner in New England (dealer doesn't have a dyno).  Lots of PC guys around, including one local that sells the PC/dyno run as a package for $500, but I'd prefer the SERT.

I almost bought an SE Dyna.  Had second thoughts on vibration, though, killed the deal and decided to go with the Softail.

Thanks again - lots of knowledgeable people here.

BC

Welcome aboard bc. Good luck with your new ride. I'm confused though. You like more vibration so you bought a Springer? Or are you saying that the solid-mounted Springer vibrates less than a rubber-mounted Dyna? I assume you like more vibration. I've never heard of any Softail, even with a B motor, with less vibration than a rubber-mount. :confused5: Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: Seegarsmkr on May 11, 2007, 01:22:44 AM
BC,
Nice choice in bikes :2vrolijk_21:  I pick mine up after a 1 June build date.  Welcome to the site :vrolijk17: I am still :rolleyes4:with all of the information that these guys present :znotworthy:.  But am slowly making up my mind on "stuff" :wall:

Seegarz
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: bisounours on May 11, 2007, 03:34:43 AM
Good morning BC !

I send you ther  :welcome_005: from FRANCE.

Best regards

  :vrolijk_26: Jacques
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: TCinVA on May 11, 2007, 08:28:15 AM
BC,
Welcome from VA.  Enjoy the site.
TC
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: bc on May 11, 2007, 08:59:08 AM
welcome aboard, where in NH?

Southern NH - Hollis (Nashua area).

bc
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: bc on May 11, 2007, 09:12:15 AM
Welcome aboard bc. Good luck with your new ride. I'm confused though. You like more vibration so you bought a Springer? Or are you saying that the solid-mounted Springer vibrates less than a rubber-mounted Dyna? I assume you like more vibration. I've never heard of any Softail, even with a B motor, with less vibration than a rubber-mount. :confused5: Hoist! 8)

Having ridden a Softail for the last 6 years and demoed any number of Dynas, I think the Dynas have a lot more vibration than the B engines, at least until you get beyond 75 or so.  The vibration is notchier, too, heavy in certain RPM ranges.  It must be the Dyna frame.  The baggers don't seem to have the same level of vibration.

It was a combination of factors, though.  I really, really like the SE Dyna's styling, but thought the rear would have a more compliant ride (vs. the Softail) - but it didn't.  The one thing I never liked about my Deuce was that it had too much front-end dive.  The Springer is a little better in that regard.  (I have to admit the forks on the SE Dyna are pretty nice, though.)  Last, the Springer fit me better out of the crate (5'10").  A reach seat would fix most of that, but still leave a bit 'o stretch in the upper shoulders that I'd rather not have. 

bc
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: Ghost Rider on May 11, 2007, 09:16:01 AM
Welcome bc,

We're glad you joined us.

Ride Safe,
Ghost
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: ccr on May 11, 2007, 09:20:06 AM
Congrats on getting your new CVO bike and a Great Big CVO Welcome to you to this site.  :cherry:
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: iski on May 11, 2007, 12:40:04 PM
Welcome bc.  Enjoy the site!
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: SOKOOLJ on May 11, 2007, 10:02:43 PM
Welcome brother, glad you joined us.
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: Hoist! on May 11, 2007, 10:10:13 PM
Having ridden a Softail for the last 6 years and demoed any number of Dynas, I think the Dynas have a lot more vibration than the B engines, at least until you get beyond 75 or so.  The vibration is notchier, too, heavy in certain RPM ranges.  It must be the Dyna frame.  The baggers don't seem to have the same level of vibration.

It was a combination of factors, though.  I really, really like the SE Dyna's styling, but thought the rear would have a more compliant ride (vs. the Softail) - but it didn't.  The one thing I never liked about my Deuce was that it had too much front-end dive.  The Springer is a little better in that regard.  (I have to admit the forks on the SE Dyna are pretty nice, though.)  Last, the Springer fit me better out of the crate (5'10").  A reach seat would fix most of that, but still leave a bit 'o stretch in the upper shoulders that I'd rather not have. 

bc

Thanks for your answer bc. It's funny how people perceive the feel of different bikes. I guess it's what you're used to. I went to a HD Open House and test rode a Softail with B motor. I felt my '85 solid-mount 4-speed Evo Wide Glide had less vibration than that new Softail! As long as you're happy with. That's all that matters. It got me curious is all. Good luck with it and have fun bc! :2vrolijk_21: Hoist! 8)
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: woody on May 14, 2007, 09:14:41 AM
Welcome aboard. Enjoy the site.  :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: Tros on May 14, 2007, 10:49:16 PM
Having ridden a Softail for the last 6 years and demoed any number of Dynas, I think the Dynas have a lot more vibration than the B engines, at least until you get beyond 75 or so.  The vibration is notchier, too, heavy in certain RPM ranges.  It must be the Dyna frame.  The baggers don't seem to have the same level of vibration.

It was a combination of factors, though.  I really, really like the SE Dyna's styling, but thought the rear would have a more compliant ride (vs. the Softail) - but it didn't.  The one thing I never liked about my Deuce was that it had too much front-end dive.  The Springer is a little better in that regard.  (I have to admit the forks on the SE Dyna are pretty nice, though.)  Last, the Springer fit me better out of the crate (5'10").  A reach seat would fix most of that, but still leave a bit 'o stretch in the upper shoulders that I'd rather not have. 

bc

I couldn't agree more and welcome from Indiana!  Good to see another Springer rider join.  Sounds like you did well on the trade.  :2vrolijk_21: 
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: d o g o l s on May 15, 2007, 05:48:11 AM
bc welcome aboard  :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: Jock on May 15, 2007, 08:49:46 PM
Welcome to the site...I hope to be riding to your area in July.
Title: Re: New in New Hampshire
Post by: REGGAB on June 01, 2007, 02:11:22 AM
Just saying hello and thanks - been reading a LOT on 110 issues and upgrades.  This board's been great in pointing me to various sites for a fast education on EFI, as well as offering lots of individual, unique perspective!

I'm picking up my blue '07 SE Springer next week, trading in my '01 Deuce.  Good deal - MSRP, no freight or setup, and the 1,000 mile will be $125.  Good trade too - hard to beat that combo.  I plan on breaking it in stock and maybe running it to 1500 or so, then going with a pretty straightforward upgrade scenario: pipes, SERT, and K&N filter upgrade.  I'm leaning toward LSR 2-1's or D&D Fatcats, all mostly for heat management and longevity. 

I've been looking for a good SERT tuner in New England (dealer doesn't have a dyno).  Lots of PC guys around, including one local that sells the PC/dyno run as a package for $500, but I'd prefer the SERT.

I almost bought an SE Dyna.  Had second thoughts on vibration, though, killed the deal and decided to go with the Softail.

Thanks again - lots of knowledgeable people here.

BC

Hello and welcome to CVO Harley!!