103 Harley Is the Best Twin Cam Engine Harley-Davidson Made
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- The 103 Harley is when Harley-Davidson got the bugs worked out of the Twin Cam engine. The late 103 Harley really didn't have any major issues other than running ridiculously lean as mandated by the government. The Screamin Eagle compensator now stock, good oiling system and the addition of twin cooling really made for some excellent motorcycles. The 103 Harley is the best buy and ride bike out there with it's power output and lack of really major issues.
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What is your favorite Twin Cam motor?
My 2002 88 TC.
I have a 2015 Heritage Classic. Love it!
117 big twin baybe!!!
My 14 103" with lots of extras
2014 Streetglide 103 High Output
I have a 2012 Road King Classic, with the 103. It has 122,000 miles on it, has never been touched, and still runs strong, and doesn't leak or burn a drop of oil. I would get on it and ride it ANYWHERE.
That's what I like to hear! That late 103 was when they got the Twin Cam right, then we got Milwaukee 8 abortion.
Hope my 2011 103 last this long. Just hit 11k miles.
@@GixxerFoo I have always ran AMSOIL in all three holes. It has ran smoother, cooler and quieter, since I started running AMSOIL instead of SYN3
@@Since_84 I have always ran AMSOIL in all three holes. I think that has made a big difference.
I use Castrol Power 1 V-Twin in transmission, Amsoil in engine, and primary.
I bought my first Harley on impulse, which happens to be a 103. I didn't do a lot of research into other models, but my 2015 103 turned out to be a safe bet. Since buying the bike, I've upgraded the stock primary tensioner to a Screamin' Eagle tensioner (manual adjustment, but doesn't need adjusting very often). I don't know how much my crank is running out, but I don't want to know either. Eventually when I get the cam chain tensioner replaced, I might ask my mechanic guy to check the runout just for curiosity. I try not to ride the bike in temperatures over 90 degrees F and I'll wear out before the engine wears out. Yes, an oldie, but a goodie.
my 103 breakout with exaust intake and cams is an absolute dream. Torque monster, smooth, and sounds absolutely amazing
I love the 103 Breakouts, I like those much better than the M8 version. The 103 is great motor if you ask me, Harley got that one right before they went to the M8.
I have a 2002 Twincam Dyna, with the hot forged crank/Timken.
Has a stage IV, 107hp and 167nm. Love it.
My favorite Twin Cam is the High Output 103. I have one in a 2017 Heritage and with a stage 1 upgrade and proper tuning it runs great and is very reliable. Everyone ride safe
@Leon Wilcox whats porting the heads? You mean replace the heads and pistons?
I too have a 2017 heritage with the ho103. I put on pipes and an air cleaner plus a tune. It runs smooth and powerful
I have a 2014 street glide special with the 103. Last summer I had the whole engine done. Built crank, new cams, high compression pistons, thunderheader 2-1, head work, full dyno, oil pump, and upgraded suspension. Makes 115hp and 115 torque. Bike absolutely rips and sounds great. I ride with a bunch of guys on sport bikes and have definitely hurt some feelings on the twisties. Love the bike and will never sell it. Have put on about 40,000 miles in 4 years.
Was a rider experience difference, had zero to do with your bike 😂
I have a 103 and it's a dream to ride. Smooth powerful and dependable. I changed the pipes and the air cleaner and I think I will leave it that way because it cruises at 80 or 90.
Did you half to adjust after putting air cleaner?
I just got a 2015 breakout with the 103 and it's amazing.. bassani exhaust and an aftermarket intake, and the perfect sized apes.. it's the most comfortable bike I've ever been on.. absolutely gorgeous mysterious red sunglo color..
@@gideons300club3 I just changed out the style of air cleaner. They both used almost the same filter. I had the S&S Teardrop style air cleaner that I hated that just stuck out on the right side. I like to squeeze my knees against the tank at times so I put on a Moflow air cleaner. Sits flat and runs perfect.
@@gideons300club3half what
Mine is still 100% stock, and it cruises at 90+. You don't even need 6th gear, but it's there.
2014 Fatbob 103 and is by far the best Harley I have ever owned or ridden. Love it
Me and one of my boys were talking about our Twin Cams and why we can’t get a new Milwaukee 8. Every time I go to Harley the sales person will ask me if they can get me in a new Milwaukee 8, I let them know I’m fine, my 103 is fully built and nothing they have in here coming off the lot can touch mines, and yes I give 131s a run. They can jump on me but I pull them in easily in 2nd gear. There would have to be a built Milwaukee 8. But ultimately I love the durability of my 103, it still has great gas mileage and she definitely grabs attention of a lot of people. I’m in so cal, I’ve road tripped to The Bay Area, Las Vegas and Phoenix, Twin Cam is still beasting for me!
I love HD, hell I am a HD Technician. However, I am convinced that when they end up producing something relatively bulletproof and dependable, they scrap it for something else because solid dependable motors don't bring enough people into the service bay thus cutting into revenue. This is evident with the 103 and the good ol single cam Evo. I acutaly prefer my Evo in my FXR over even a new shiny ST with an M8.
Spot on assessment of the 103. I had a 15 103 and it was fantastic. No issues. Like a numbskull, I traded it for a 17 CVO SG. The engine/tranny was full of problems. Water pump failure, transmission failure, head gasket on rear cylinder blew out, and finally the oil pump failed on the Tail of the Dragon. After a complete rebuild in Maryville TN I rode the bike home to Texas and sold it. I searched the web and found a 14 RK 103 in New Hampshire with 26 miles on the OD. A lot more bang for the buck then a CVO and tons more enjoyable.
I have a 2012 Roadking with 103, it has 52,000 miles and still runs like a top.
I'm just looking at buying the same bike as yours, any other positive things you can say about it? Have you done any work to it? Cheers, CJ
I have a 2012 roadking with fueling 543 reaper cams S&S gear drive, no cat....fueling oil pump. V&H header pipes and a dyno tune power series tuner. Barnett scorpion billet clutch and this 103 drinks......but gets too!
My 2012 Road King Classic has 122,000 miles on it, and still runs strong and doesn't burn or leak a drop of oil. The bike is completely stock, and has never been touched except for routine maintenance and oil changes. I run AMSOIL in it.
Recently moved from a 02 RK with a carbureted 88 (love that bike) to a 14 UL with the twin cooled 103, it will probably wear off with time but holy crap what a difference so far, I love this 103.
i've ridden the 1200 sporty, a 96cid softail custom, and now i'm on a 103, and it is a beast.
The 2014-2016 103 Twin cams are very good motors. Harley got it right during the Rushmore years, then scrapped the motor for the M8 in 2017.
What about a 2017 103 vs any before 2014? Would the 2017 still be better ?
Blame the Obama EPA for the M8
I bought a 2013 Breakout new, 103 with stage 2 mods and I love it, still own it. I also have a 2021 Low rider S with dealer installed 131 stage 4 and there is no comparison. That big 131 M8 is a monster. Wish I could ride 2 bikes at once so I could race myself!
I’ve had two 96es. Loved them both. Only lost the first in a divorce, as soon as I could I bought another.
Damn man how could you let the man in the big power suit take your Harley on behalf of your ex wife?!!! Glad to hear you now have another. My bike is also a Harley 96" (But is now a chopper instead of a rocker C.)
I am hoping after 6 years they got the M8 right. I went from a 2016 - 103 to a 2022 - 114. Loved my 103 with 36000 miles.
I always enjoy and learn a lot from your videos. Great job.
My first was an 88ci. I thought there was something wrong with the engine. Had no power! Then I was told one had to do Stage 1 minimum, air, pipes and rejet. Next was the 96ci. Much better, but still lacking in power to move a bagger right. Next and last so far is my 2014 103ci. What an engine. I love this one. This is the one I went full out on with head work by Dan Vance Racing, Woods 222 cam, V&H pipes, air and a remap. Runs so good. Beats any new HD stock motor for power and torque unless it's a 117ci. And the sound is awesome too! What a bonus. Complete change of suspension and my bike just rips. I made it too good. I just can't let go of it. 103ci is a great starting point to get great power and a bonus, great gas mileage too. As long as I keep it under 80, I can get 48-52 mpg. After 80, it's a huge drop. LOL Thank for the video as always. Great work.
I have 150,000 miles on my twin cam and still love it
Damn. Amzoil?
@@Since_84 Redline every 5,000 miles but just switched to AMSOIL because of cost. The bike is now just under 163,000
In seven miles I will have 100,000 miles from brand new!
I have not done anything except for pipes, air cleaner, and V&H tuner.
@@slowcountryboy476 You better replace your cam chain tensioners ASAP if you haven't already
@@kerrylewis2581 was think8ng of that on my immaculate 2002 FLSTF .
But at 11000 miles I am told I am.wasting my time.
Just got my first tc 103 blackline fxs. I love it. That bike brought me here. Great video
always entertaining and accurate with information ...awesome video as usual!
Thank you for your simple but educational videos. I just purchased a 2014 Heritage Softale Classic with the 103 B motor. This video gives me some peace of mind and also some things to look out for and change. Like the tensioner. Keep up the good work helping us learn more.
Watching this presentation cemented my decision to purchase my new to me 2013 Road King. Thanks for this! ✌
This is hands down and up and down and up/down etc. one of the better juicy rationalization videos for buying an olde Harley.
Love my '12 FLHTC....
103 TC ! great Running motor.
Yes! Glad to see you back!
I have a 14 RK 103 HO ..with a fp3 and it still has the cat in it but straight fishtail exhausts..and I love everything about it..
I made my 96cc to a high compression 103cc big difference about 106 torque and 98hp I’m happy 😎
I have the 2015 ultra limited, 103. I upgraded from the 88. I'll keep this forever.
My 2012 dyna fat bob has a 103 and I love it
I have a 14 Road King, love the 103.
Mine has cams, billet oil pupm and drive, cnc heads, tuner, open exhaust without cat, baker primary, baker trans, baker extended sump etc etc.
Ext oil coolet, love jugs etc etc.
It hauls for a big heavy bike.
I love it.
Had a 13 RGC with 103” a TMan 555 cam, D&D Billet Cat and mild head porting. Loved it and then totaled it with 85,000 miles. Prior to that I had a 96” SG with D&D Fat Cat. At 85,000 miles put a SE120R in it. Upgraded it with TMan 124” bore, head work, D&D Boarzilla and TMan 662-2 cam. Still have the SG.
Love my 2017 TC 103!
Have a dyna 2014 103,love that bike.
I'm on my 3rd Harley and this one is a 15 Fatboy with a 103 only with pipes,I love it,it's a great motor...I haven't come across it getting too hot yet👍
Had a 02 softail heritage now have 2014 ultra limited 103 best bike ever
I've had quite a few mid 2000's twin cams without many problems. Just some reliability & mild performance upgrades and proper maintenance. Same with the Evo's. I've had and have now.
2000 Fatboy tc88. This thing runs solid with no tick, tap, snap or clack. My other bike, 22 road glide 114 makes more noise than my blender mixing a smoothie.
Well, first let me say that the Evo is my favorite motor. That aside- the 96” is my favorite. Why? Because it is a stroked 88”, which is only 6” more than the Evo at just barely under 82”.
These engines are getting bigger and BIGGER and hotter and hotter there is no end in sight!
An Evo took me to the west coast and back to Tennessee with no heat related issues and plenty of power.
Now I love my 2009 Ultra but I did have to cajole it into shape with pipes and a tune to cool it down. And smooth? It’s like sitting in an easy chair strapped to the hood of a Cadillac. But thi is as far as I go. 96” should be a big enough dick for anyone:)
I also love the Evo. Huge aftermarket support and no pressed crank run-out issues. And to me this is the true sound of a Harley.
Another excellent vid. I have two 103's '14 street glide special and '15 heritage. I tell anyone looking to not pass the 103 up, this engine is excellent and I have had zero problems.
I went from a '99 twin cam 88 to a '14 TC HO my 88 had gear drive S&S 510 cams and a Power commander III. I agree with you as my 103 HO has such a sweet power band and torque output that it just makes the ride seem effortless in comparison. I have a stage one and a complete cat less V&H exhaust with a tuner and that is as far as I am going with it. It has just a small amount of lope in the exhaust at idle and plenty of power for me and mechanical noise is greatly reduced compared to the 88. I really love this motor. I also have a 107 M8 with an aftermarket stage II (Cam, Oil pump, Cam plate, Inner cam BRGS, Lifer cuffs, & push rods) with the same exhaust and a tuner. I really like that motor as well. Thanks for your vid's I really enjoy them.
I'm still lovin on my 2000 wide glide with 88 inch engine. I've had two factory trained mechanics tell me it has wider, sturdier wheel bearings. Bearings in the engine are sturdier than some later years. The bike has 88,000 miles on it and the engine and trans have never been apart since it was built. The 103 really should make more power but I bet it can't deliver 50 mpg. I started using Amsoil at the 10,000 mile mark.
The only mods are a screaming eagle ignition, K&N high flow air filter, screaming eagle kit that prevents oil fumes from being fed into carburetor, and the carb was rejetted one step richer than factory.
A word on exhaust. I swapped my exhaust to Vance and Hines longshots and noticed a major reduction in low end torque. I definitely had to use more throttle to get it moving from a dead stop. there was more power above 3500 rpm but I didn't like having to crank the engine to high rpm to get it moving. By doing research I learned the reason was the V&H pipes did not have a crossover. Dyno tests proved the crossover makes more torque at low rpm. Before I put the factory exhaust back on I did some work to them by drilling out as much as I could. That allows them to breathe better. Now even with the factory pipes it sounds pretty healthy and it pulls strong right off idle. I can ease out the clutch and it will pull away respectably with no extra throttle. It has so much torque I seldom need to rev higher than 3,000.
Love the videos. Sounds like you might have some hard walls in the new set up. Keep the shiny side up
I got a switchback with the 103 love it
I have the 96" in my 2009 Rocker C, the 103" in my 2014 Dyna Wide Glide and a 107 in my 21 Street Glide
I think all 3 are great engines, they all run full stage 1 but i have been thinking about adding cams to my 103.
TC 96 Rocker C and TC 103 HO Street Glide Special. Sporty 72 for daily duties. Love them all. 👍
have a 2016 RK i added external breathers and true duels, made big difference,
Bought my first Harley a week ago got a 2020 street bob 107 in River rock grey rides amazing and cruises at 70 in 6th gear at 2,300 rpm’s very happy with that motor so far😁
I miss my 13 103 wish I would have kept it 😢
And that’s why I have one! 🙂
Same
I have manual compression releases in my tc88 it is a pain mostly if the bike is hot to touch but the ol girl will run with all the modern big engines most the time.
I have a 2012 Road King Police with 11k miles on it. Bought it from an old guy with 7k miles, then turned it into a cholo king, in amazing shape and runs amazing!
That's awesome! I love seeing a police model redone up like that!
been watching this master like 2yrs now? #gixXer you knoW your craft..i learned a lot from yoU..true master hope to meet ya some time..if not cool also..but thx.4 all yoUr time spent on all your videos..shout out from Philadelphia..
I wasn't a fan of the twin-cam until I bought one in 2014[ 012 RK]. I have zero complaints.
I have a 14 SGS came. From a 96 fatbob with a hot cam my SGS is totally standard as from the factory the low down power delivery is loads better a lot smoother love this motor think this one's a keeper
Got a 2014 Dyna Streetbob FXDBB 103, Stage 1 with V&H Big Radius 2/2 (using a Harley SERT Tuner). I thought the bike ran well until I fitted an FP3 and used one of their 'Canned Maps' - WOW, what a difference, like Night and Day - Totally different Bike, WAY better at everything.
Fxdl 2015 103 stage one. Rock solid.
I agree with your assessment. I had 3 103’s. Still have my 2011 RK. Due to emissions standards getting tighter and the number of bikes Harley produces, the motor company had to improvise. The naturally aspirated 88 ran powerful without the limiter however Harley couldn’t sell it like that. The 103 is the closest to best of torque, horsepower and maintenance.
I have an 88 and can confirm it is a beast when you let it breathe properly. Having a good (not stock) suspension also helps get power to the ground. It also has power delivery characteristics I like. As they made them bigger, they became more undersquare which gives you more low end torque but ruins the top end, where I like to live. Where the motor smooths out and purrs like a kitten and you get a rush of acceleration as you rocket past 4500 rpm all the way to the limiter. Turns out stock cams do make power above 5500RPM when the engine can breathe freely.
I run my '05 FXDI with a K&N filter and open headers. It is tuned via a FI200R. I haven't had it on a dyno but seat of pants feel reveals it is more powerful and more responsive than a stock 103. It is faster off the line. In fact, it is faster than a 2007 FXDSE screamin' eagle with a 110. All Twin Cam motors rolled out of the factory half choked to death and running super hot due to emissions regulations. I hear no end of complaints about cam chain tensioners, which aren't a problem when you let the engine breathe and run a proper fuel air mixture because the engine and oil don't get anywhere near as hot. Stock config runs so hot, it exceeds the working temp limit of the plastic shoe. May even get hot enough to ruin the temper of the springs, IDK. I think I have 30k on my bike and no issues with cam chain tension so far. I also use synthetic oil which probably helps. I don't baby it either and it basically runs like a new bike.
@@Lurch-BotI took mine to Portland from Wyoming to sell it and got it out of the truck and rode it a little bit and it seemed like it got a new motor with just the increased oxygen in Portland!
agree with you.. I liked my 103 so much I bought two
05 DYNA 88ci to 97ci stage 4, gear drive Andrews 37s, 10.2:1 CR. Great fun to ride!
That sounds like a blast to ride, hopped up dyna are a lot of fun!
103,decatted stock head pipe, Supertrapp Nightstick, Thundermax,S&S Stealth air filter, runs great. D W
A little late to the party but after reading comments I must chime in.04 Road King Classic Stage 1 V+H long shots,Dyna Jet Tuner,Heavy Breather 88 runs hot in the summer so I don't idle around but when the temperature is cool it runs neck and neck off the line with the 103s until the bigger cubes take over.I road my neighbors Soft Tail 110 and can say I appreciate everything about it.The power is there when you want it effortlessly.Ty fixer nice video.
I love my 103!
U hit enter before me!!!! Lol
I've owned Harley's since '97 starting with a '97 1200 Custom then my first Big Twin was a '00 TC88 and I proceeded to own every engine config up to a '17 M8 107 Road King. It was a nice, very smooth ride, but eventually, I sold it and bought a '16 Slim with the HO 103. I am very happy with her.
The " automatic chain tensioner " is an " automatic chain tightener ". After a transmission failure I replaced it with a Baker Attitude Adjuster and have had no more issues.
heyy I love to hear that! it was huge coincidence that a 2016 was waiting on me at the dealership, cheapest on the lot! Deal! Had enough left over to get the 110 off the rip
Hahahaha, they had the evo perfect in 98, thanks for video, had shovels, evo’s, twin cam, now m8 love all them motors
They did and they did the same think by going to the Twin Cam!
I've got a 96 inch TC and having heard stories about the primary tensioner, decided to swap it for a Hayden. When I pulled the cover off, everything was perfect, chain tension was spot on at 22000 miles.So my point is, it CAN overtighten, not it WILL overtighten. Same with the crank run out, mine is fine.
Had a 2016 RK with the 103 HO. Great bike! Should have kept it!
Very nice! The HO is awesome, they did a good job on that cam!
I have a 103 Heritage, she breaths much better, in the low 100hp range. Love it ! Looking to buy/build a touring bike (regret selling the FLHTCUSE4, had for 12 years). Not sold yet on the M8's. For the money, I am thinking i can pick up a garage queen 103 or maybe even a 96 in a FLH frame, and get much more out of it for the $$$.... Thanks for the clarity you bring to the table.
Twincam r good to make power easy I run a 03 88 built pretty hot 118 hp. Stock 117 dont have a chance
Great topic, I have a 12 FLHTK with a 103. To me the 103 is a workhorse. I liken it to the Chevy 350, it just keep running. I love my 103, but I may upgrade to a GoldWing.
With a Bigsucker Intake, a Bassani 2-1 Roadrage, an S&S 585 Cam kit, a Feuling Oilpump and Camplate kit and a V&H FP3 programmer, my 2012 FXDWG took off like an animal and has been among the most reliable Harleys I ever had. I now have a M8 Ultra Limited and I have done the same pep-up on that…used a Zippers 468,..and I have absolutely no issues 👍🏻 It could very well be a million mile engine as Harley say if you treat it right !
103HO here on 17 fxdwg. Just HD stage 1 and it's great. Tons of power and runs super cool. Plus it sounds like a harley unlike the m8. Good call, gixxer.
I have the same, no engine issues at just under 150,000km, I did have the cam chain tensioners replaced at 100k, the outer was fairly worn. Apart from that I love my Wide Glide, sounds and runs fantastic, have done some huge tours around Australia on her, she belts past those road trains with ease😀
I bought a 103 Road Glide Ultra new in January 2012. I put Rineharts on it initially, with a lower resistance air filter and a re-map of the fuel injection. About 5 years later I put on a Vance & Hines full header system, Pro Duals. Kept the RIneharts on it. 2 years ago I put a hotter cam in it, which I selected because of the power increases down low at 2500 to 4500 RPM. Amazing awakening of the mid-range power, but I took a hit in the MPG, down from around 38--40 MPG to a typical 32-36 MPG. Turns out, power costs money, I think. Still have mad love for the scoot and ride it solo interstate often.
I have the last yr of the 103zz the “High Output” in my UL.. just hit 68,000 miles.. just had to replace inner bearings in trans and compensator .. under warranty “Extended warranty”. Cost me a $100 lol.. but love this engine.
My 2003 cvo road king has a screamin eagle 103. We did Andrew's cams with screamim eagle plate n pump. The crank ru out on that motor is 2 thou, thank u very much sir....lol.
Did some other goodies too like hpi throttle body, injectors, accel ignition wires, re did the heads and valves with beehive springs, 5 angle cut seats, titanium valves, 10 over bore decked heads, Keith black forged hi cone pistons, was 10.8-1... 2 into 1 bassani rr3, and a proper dyno....also fuel pump, hi torque starter....it was a beast of a motor...120tq....was more that enough power
Good reads from the comments, might help me with my buying a RK woes..
I can only offer up an opinion on the motors I have.
08 Rocker C with Air, Cam and V&H Exhaust - Awesome running 96 inch and the 6 speed trans is really pretty smooth.
04- Springer Softail 88 with Fueling Cam and hydraulic cam tensioner upgrade. Power Commander 5 along with V&H Straight Shots with "Quiet" baffles - Nice and torque laden though the 96 rates ahead.
98 Fatboy 80 Evo - Different experience altogether. Would have to do upgrades now to ride it more frequently as I find the stock Evo with just aftermarket pipes only in the 50's HP wise and not agile enough with the nutjobs out there driving today in ChicagoLand.
And Finally - 2016 Thunderbird Storm.
98HP and 115 ft lbs of torque connected to Triumph's 6 speed trans is a great combination of escape velocity on tap and low RPM, high speed cruising.
Hi, I do enjoy your videos a lot. In fact, this video and the one about the Harley nobody wanted convinced me on buying a 2012 switchback. It's compllete with bags and everything, unmolested and 12,000 miles on it, but a bit neglected. Still having brake light issues, put a new tire in the rear. and fixing it up. I've ridden it about 250 miles and love the comfort and handling. In the meantime Still riding my sporty, old faithful thank God. So, thanks for your videos and insights.
I am Sportster guy all day long, I love those bikes even though they ain't greatest. That switch back was one of the coolest concepts Harley ever put out. It's like a road king you don't have to muscle up off the side stand.
I have 2 96cu in an FLH and one in a Softail.
Basically the same engine and so far very reliable with enough power to do what i need with it.
I have a 2014 SGS. I don't know much about what you said but the 103 sounds good to me. I'll keep it.
Twin Cam 103, the LAST HD big twin with character! 👌
Love my 2011 blacklist with the 96ci
HD 2017 FXDB Dyna Streetbob TwinCam 103♥️💪💪💪
Mine is standard but have Screaming Eagles Heavy Breather... & Bassani Sweepers exhaust with a Feuling Parts Breathable Dipstick ♥️♥️♥️💪💪💪
But everything else standard ❗
I'm going to be doing the tensioners soon,... Thanks for the heads-up.
Love all you work GixxerFoo ♥️
Keep Living the F#@KING Dream❗
Safe travels 🙏♥️🐾🐾
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I have a 103 and the 110 twin cam. The 103 is in my 2016 Road Glide and is my favorite.
Yeah buddy , I have a 2012 black line I bought new at that time.. still have it .. and still runs like a sob ❤❤❤ 103 ❤
103 Black Line is a nice bike! Still say the 103 is the best motor in the Twin Cams before they went to the M8.
One of the first things I did to my 103 was get rid of that auto tensioner,went with a manual one from Vulcan works
I've had my 2012 103 dyna for 5 years, no complaints. Great gas mileage 48-52 normally. 57 mpg on a few ocassions.
Wow,, I’ve never checked my mileage.
But I own my 2 for performance and durability, not econobility.
Dodge the vehicles!
My 88 would run on 89 octane on the highway but needed 91 for serious back road adventures. My girl's 103 with screaming eagle pipes and intake runs on 89 all the time and can endure 87 octane on extended highway rides. My stock 107 will only run on 91 or higher octane. On one tank a buck or two more per tank isn't much but when your riding 2 to 4 tanks of gas a day it adds up.
63 year old Canadian, 4 year new rider, learned on 750 Shadow, bought 2016 Street Glide Special American bike. Cosmic Blue caught my eye, beautiful bike. Did stage one, with tuner, dyno showed 87hp and 110 torque runs fantastic. My buddy tried to tell me his '17 Milwaukee 8 is better, I'm happy for him, even more happy for myself for loving Cosmic Blue only found on a 2016 with a 103.
I love the 103 in my 2014 Street Bob and my 2011 tri glide, both are stock and I plan to keep them that way.
You can just change the pipes, air filter to some performance ones and then tune it and its gonna perform a little better without having to upgrade to stage 2
The problems begin after stage 1 when people install high lift cams. if its torque cams there should be no problems, but high lift, yes.
currently riding a softail slim s 2016 with the screaming eagle 110b twin cam with don performance map and vanc and hines longshots best bike ive ever owned and will probs never get rid of it
I regret getting rid of my 2016 street Bob with the 103. I “upgraded” to a 2020 street glide with a 107 M8. I love the way the twin cam sounds. The M8 is to smooth and clean. I hate it. Thinking about getting another 103 bike again.
I have a set of stock 96" heads with compression releases, came off an '09 Electra Glide
2017. 103.cui. Did the Fueling- Intermediate Cams. Tuner, V&H Shotgun pipes, Arlen Ness, Intake Breather.......Bike Flies, on the Interstate, I'm Happy with My 103,, Reliable an fast.
P.S. Harley should make all this stuff available when you spec out your ordered bike or ones on the showroom floor. (Tell them what you want & they do it before you take delivery) Plain & simple plus no hassles.) (All under warranty of coarse). That way, it's all done & no bringing the bike back in for a tear down.
in 2011 my road king came with the auto compression harness all I had to do was have the automatic compression release installed in the heads. and they are activated when you turn the ignition on. Not when you hit the starter switch.