Let the mods begin

cactusjack · 06-11-2011, 05:41 PM

I have done pretty good so far. I have had my Harley since April 1 and have only done minimal mods to it. I have added Kuryakyn Longhorn Dually pegs, an H-D rider backrest with adjustable mount (theres a little lever mounted under the tank that allows you to adjust the fore/aft angle of the backrest), the H-D Smart Siren II module and pager for the security system, and a 9" Fastaire Aero windshield. Mostly comfort mods in preparation for the summer rallys.

Since it has gotten hot here recently, I have noticed some pinging coming from the 103" engine. I run only 91 octane in it, per H-D. So I ordered an Arlen Ness "Big Sucker" stage I air cleaner assembly, which is sort of like using a Chuckster's backing plate with a dog dish over the K&N filter, but this filter is designed to work with the OEM football-shaped cover. I also got a Dynojet Power Commander V. Unlike older models such as the PCIII, this unit connects between the ECM and the connector that plugs into it. I didn't have to connect leads at the injectors. There is also some add-on modules for the PCV, like an auto-tune box that reads your a/f ratio 80 times per second and adjusts on the fly. I did not order this optional accessory.

So I installed it all this morning and gave the bike a good cleaning while I was at it. I'm going to take it out tomorrow morning and get on it and see how much of an improvement I get.

**Jared** · 06-11-2011, 07:20 PM

Sound rather minimal in comparison to what you did with you Nomad. But then again, the HD has almost all the mods you added to your Nomad.

Are you thinking about adding an exhaust or are you content with the stock sound?

**Cajunrider** · 06-11-2011, 07:22 PM

Be careful Scott, those manholes move just like the mailboxes did when I was a young drinker/driver. Now they stay on the side of the road and don't jump out in front of me anymore.

ponch · 06-11-2011, 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Cajunrider

Be careful Scott, those manholes move just like the mailboxes did when I was a young drinker/driver. Now they stay on the side of the road and don't jump out in front of me anymore.

The HD has ABS.

ponch · 06-11-2011, 09:46 PM

Doesn't the HD has an O2 senor? I wouldn't think you'd need an autotune module.

**billmac** · 06-11-2011, 11:06 PM

Every bike needs mods to make it perfect for us. When I bought the Nomad I thought I would leave it stock. I learned in a hurry it had needs and I had wants.

When engineers design stuff, do they ever consider Chandler, AZ? My elderly mother lives in Quartzite and I visit her regularly. It is hot here in Texas, but it is super heated air in AZ. That has to be a factor to the pinging. But I bet you did some good. Would I be out of line to suggest a new radiator and cooling fan? :)

cactusjack · 06-11-2011, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by billmac

Every bike needs mods to make it perfect for us. When I bought the Nomad I thought I would leave it stock. I learned in a hurry it had needs and I had wants.

When engineers design stuff, do they ever consider Chandler, AZ? My elderly mother lives in Quartzite and I visit her regularly. It is hot here in Texas, but it is super heated air in AZ. That has to be a factor to the pinging. But I bet you did some good. Would I be out of line to suggest a new radiator and cooling fan? :)

Well they test HD's at a facility just east of Bullhead City. It's as hot there as it is in Phoenix. I know the heat here has an effect on pinging. I fought it forever with my Nomad. I'm not looking for performance, I just want it to richen the mixture some.

cactusjack · 06-11-2011, 11:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Utah Motorcyclist

Sound rather minimal in comparison to what you did with you Nomad. But then again, the HD has almost all the mods you added to your Nomad.

Are you thinking about adding an exhaust or are you content with the stock sound?

That was my plan, to buy a fully loaded bike so I wouldn't have to spend all my time modifying it, when I could spend that time riding.

I haven't decided yet on the exhaust. I don't want to do anything drastic, since as of right now, Maricopa County AZ is the only county in the country where they emission test motorcycles. I had one more year to go before I'd have had to get my Nomad tested, and I was worried it wouldn't pass with all the emissions stuff I removed.

I may just get a set of slip-ons to enhance the sound, but for now I don't mind it the way it is.

AlabamaNomadRider · 06-12-2011, 07:30 AM

How many miles do you have on the Harley now?

cactusjack · 06-12-2011, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by AlabamaNomadRider

How many miles do you have on the Harley now?

1877 as of yesterday. I didn't ride for 3 weeks due to being sick.

AlabamaNomadRider · 06-12-2011, 09:08 AM

You have done pretty good considering what you went through. By the way, how are you doing body wise?

cactusjack · 06-12-2011, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by AlabamaNomadRider

You have done pretty good considering what you went through. By the way, how are you doing body wise?

I'm doing fine now. Thanks for asking.

Dave · 06-12-2011, 10:28 AM

Did the dealer do the 1000 service? What oils are you using? Right now I'm using Valvoline V-Twin in the engine and Bel Ray in the tranny. Seems like a good combo.

**markclark57** · 06-12-2011, 10:43 AM

Any mods that you might sugjest for a "soon to be in Phoenix" Nomad?
Already on board with PCIII, Cobra tru-duals, Chuckster's single plate intake, and a bunch of high end security stuff.

cactusjack · 06-12-2011, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave

Did the dealer do the 1000 service? What oils are you using? Right now I'm using Valvoline V-Twin in the engine and Bel Ray in the tranny. Seems like a good combo.

Yes, I took it to the dealer for the 1000 miles service. I had them put synthetic in it.

06-11-2011, 05:41 PM	#1
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Let the mods begin I have done pretty good so far. I have had my Harley since April 1 and have only done minimal mods to it. I have added Kuryakyn Longhorn Dually pegs, an H-D rider backrest with adjustable mount (theres a little lever mounted under the tank that allows you to adjust the fore/aft angle of the backrest), the H-D Smart Siren II module and pager for the security system, and a 9" Fastaire Aero windshield. Mostly comfort mods in preparation for the summer rallys. Since it has gotten hot here recently, I have noticed some pinging coming from the 103" engine. I run only 91 octane in it, per H-D. So I ordered an Arlen Ness "Big Sucker" stage I air cleaner assembly, which is sort of like using a Chuckster's backing plate with a dog dish over the K&N filter, but this filter is designed to work with the OEM football-shaped cover. I also got a Dynojet Power Commander V. Unlike older models such as the PCIII, this unit connects between the ECM and the connector that plugs into it. I didn't have to connect leads at the injectors. There is also some add-on modules for the PCV, like an auto-tune box that reads your a/f ratio 80 times per second and adjusts on the fly. I did not order this optional accessory. So I installed it all this morning and gave the bike a good cleaning while I was at it. I'm going to take it out tomorrow morning and get on it and see how much of an improvement I get. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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06-11-2011, 07:20 PM	#2
Jared Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Greeley, Colorado Posts: 6,772	Let the mods begin Sound rather minimal in comparison to what you did with you Nomad. But then again, the HD has almost all the mods you added to your Nomad. Are you thinking about adding an exhaust or are you content with the stock sound? __________________ Jared VBA #1051 (Former President)
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06-11-2011, 07:22 PM	#3
Cajunrider Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: (SE Louisiana) Posts: 8,340	Let the mods begin Be careful Scott, those manholes move just like the mailboxes did when I was a young drinker/driver. Now they stay on the side of the road and don't jump out in front of me anymore. __________________ 2016 Electra Glide Ultra Limited CVO Palladium Silver / Phantom Blue 110 cu in SE 2012 Electra Glide Ultra Limited (Traded 6/22/16) Tequila Sunrise / HD Orange Vance & Hines true dual headers Rinehart 4" slip ons Screamin Eagle Super Tuner Screamin Eagle Stage 1 intake Dyno tuned H.O.G.# 4514015 2007 Nomad 1600 (Traded 6/23/12) VBA #482
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06-11-2011, 09:46 PM	#5
ponch Sr. Contributor Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Way East Valley Posts: 12,015	Let the mods begin Doesn't the HD has an O2 senor? I wouldn't think you'd need an autotune module. __________________ Ponch VBA 0019 VROC 8109-R BMWMOA 162849 BMWRA 41335 BMW: When you care enough to ride the very best. My Motorrad Blog My Motorrad YouTube 2009 BMW R1200RT Previous bikes:2007 Nomad \| 2001 Vulcan 800 Classic \| 1984 GPz750 \| 1978 KZ1000A2 Rallies: Custer '09\|Prairie Du Chien '10\|Crescent City '11 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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06-11-2011, 11:06 PM	#6
billmac Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 1,472	Let the mods begin Every bike needs mods to make it perfect for us. When I bought the Nomad I thought I would leave it stock. I learned in a hurry it had needs and I had wants. When engineers design stuff, do they ever consider Chandler, AZ? My elderly mother lives in Quartzite and I visit her regularly. It is hot here in Texas, but it is super heated air in AZ. That has to be a factor to the pinging. But I bet you did some good. Would I be out of line to suggest a new radiator and cooling fan? :)
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06-12-2011, 07:30 AM	#9
AlabamaNomadRider Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Boaz, Alabama Posts: 13,742	Let the mods begin How many miles do you have on the Harley now? __________________ Gene Cross, Jr. Boaz, Alabama KawaNOW/VBA #1181
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06-12-2011, 09:08 AM	#11
AlabamaNomadRider Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Boaz, Alabama Posts: 13,742	Let the mods begin You have done pretty good considering what you went through. By the way, how are you doing body wise? __________________ Gene Cross, Jr. Boaz, Alabama KawaNOW/VBA #1181
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06-12-2011, 10:28 AM	#13
Dave Sr. Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Itchycoo Park Posts: 3,422	Let the mods begin Did the dealer do the 1000 service? What oils are you using? Right now I'm using Valvoline V-Twin in the engine and Bel Ray in the tranny. Seems like a good combo.
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06-12-2011, 10:43 AM	#14
markclark57 Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 3,108	Let the mods begin Any mods that you might sugjest for a "soon to be in Phoenix" Nomad? Already on board with PCIII, Cobra tru-duals, Chuckster's single plate intake, and a bunch of high end security stuff. __________________ 2006 Vulcan 1600 Classic "George III" (Patricia's) 2006 Vulcan 1600 Nomad "Grace" (Mark's) Mark Clark VBA #1619 TaibhseDaid@Gmail.Com "Irish" @ Maricopa County Chapter of B.A.C.A. Phoenix, AZ
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