Project Long-Range Missile TC124 FXR

[Deye76]

As usual excellent work. Think you'll like the bags.

[Ohio HD]

I'd like to get your impressions of the RS cams when you get it dialed in and some miles on her.

It all looks good to me.

[turboprop]

I'd like to get your impressions of the RS cams when you get it dialed in and some miles on her.

It all looks good to me.

My choice of the RedShift 657 cams was heavily influenced by the following:

1. Legendary racer and engine developer Dick Hilferty (RIP) designed these cams specifically for large displacement touring bikes.

2. I rode a heavy ass bagger with a TC124 and almost the same build as Torque-A-Hoe. That bagger was injected and had giant bagger style exhaust pipes. My bike has a Mik48 and a very different 2-1 pipe. That bagger had torque everywhere. Lots of it. I think I could have pulled a small house off it's foundation with that bike.

3. Have always wanted to build a early intake, high lift big block and put it in a lightweight bike. I think this is going to be a lot of fun.

[turboprop]

Update:


Heat cycles completed and have rode the bike a few times. No issues with engine, transmission, brakes or suspension. I forgot that I used a worn out clutch pack for mock up, it has to be replaced, and the drive train needs to be aligned. But overall everything is pretty good.

Still whittling away at the wiring harness. Would like to go back in time and throat punch the guy that recommended I use a harness from a Dyna. Worse idea ever. Clown probably read it on a forum from someone else who read it on a forum.

The TC124 bagger build in the lightweight chassis is fun. The aluminum pro-taper handle bars with ⅞" ends are really nice. They seem to dampen what little vibrations are left after the rubber mounted drive train. The dirt bike sized grips are a plus. Using the turn signals is going to take some getting used to. Hate the saddle bags, but will come to terms with having them. The close ratio gear set from Andrews with the back cut by Zippers and the micro polishing by Short Block Charlie seems to shift better than any harley I have ever ridden, but have not had a chance to really beat on it yet.

Did I mention that using the wiring harness from a dyna (barf!) was bad idea? Everything is on the wrong side or in the wrong location. And there are so many freaking wires. I am already planning to rip this mess out this winter and replace it with an M-Unit and M-Button from MotoGadget this winter.


I also discovered a possible upgrade to valve stem cores. I know. The rear tire has had a slow leak for a year or two. I figured the new textured powder coating on the rim was causing the leak. Well, after submersing the entire wheel in my pool (Redneck like a MoFo) it was obvious the leak was coming from inside the valve stem. I replaced the core with one that was intended for an AC system. Also used a core valve specific torque driver to sat the new stem. My calibrated air pressure gauge with a 4" dial could not detect any pressure loss over two weeks. I don't know. Maybe. The AC grade cores cost a few pennies more than standard automotive cores. Am told by AC techs that the calibrated core driver is critical.

[choseneasy]

   
Good info

[turboprop]

Not sure if this link will work. My video skills obviously need work.

[aharp]

Update:


Heat cycles completed and have rode the bike a few times. No issues with engine, transmission, brakes or suspension. I forgot that I used a worn out clutch pack for mock up, it has to be replaced, and the drive train needs to be aligned. But overall everything is pretty good.

Still whittling away at the wiring harness. Would like to go back in time and throat punch the guy that recommended I use a harness from a Dyna. Worse idea ever. Clown probably read it on a forum from someone else who read it on a forum.

The TC124 bagger build in the lightweight chassis is fun. The aluminum pro-taper handle bars with ⅞" ends are really nice. They seem to dampen what little vibrations are left after the rubber mounted drive train. The dirt bike sized grips are a plus. Using the turn signals is going to take some getting used to. Hate the saddle bags, but will come to terms with having them. The close ratio gear set from Andrews with the back cut by Zippers and the micro polishing by Short Block Charlie seems to shift better than any harley I have ever ridden, but have not had a chance to really beat on it yet.

Did I mention that using the wiring harness from a dyna (barf!) was bad idea? Everything is on the wrong side or in the wrong location. And there are so many freaking wires. I am already planning to rip this mess out this winter and replace it with an M-Unit and M-Button from MotoGadget this winter.


I also discovered a possible upgrade to valve stem cores. I know. The rear tire has had a slow leak for a year or two. I figured the new textured powder coating on the rim was causing the leak. Well, after submersing the entire wheel in my pool (Redneck like a MoFo) it was obvious the leak was coming from inside the valve stem. I replaced the core with one that was intended for an AC system. Also used a core valve specific torque driver to sat the new stem. My calibrated air pressure gauge with a 4" dial could not detect any pressure loss over two weeks. I don't know. Maybe. The AC grade cores cost a few pennies more than standard automotive cores. Am told by AC techs that the calibrated core driver is critical.

I feel ya. I built a fly by wire harness with cruise for my 01 this winter, if you were bored....lol

[Scotty]

Update:
Did I mention that using the wiring harness from a dyna (barf!) was bad idea? Everything is on the wrong side or in the wrong location. And there are so many freaking wires. I am already planning to rip this mess out this winter and replace it with an M-Unit and M-Button from MotoGadget this winter.

Best thing I have done to 2 FXR's is the M-Unit Blue and the M-Button
Cleans up so much crap wiring on the FXR's

[turboprop]

Update.

I was hit by a car a couple days ago. Hit and run. T-boned at an intersection. I am alright but have a lot of road rash. The left side of the Blue/White FXR was tore up pretty bad. After getting hit, I simply picked up the bike and a few pieces and rode it home. No cops or insurance companies were involved.

There is a national FXR event in about a week and half that I intended to ride this new bike to. Fortunately, I have enough stuff on hand to rebuild and have been very loyal to my powder coater and painter. Some parts that I didnt have are coming in from all over the country. Seems every day I drop off a batch at the powder coater, pick up a batch and then go home and tinker. The last piece of sheet metal arrived yesterday and my painter has assured me everything will be done by Monday.

The police caught the guy that hit me. Was his own fault actually. He left the scene after hitting me but called the police to report a down motorcyclist. I was long gone by the time the cops arrived, but the cops did what they do. Anyways, I will heal and the bike is almost fixed.

[Hossamania]

Well that was a turn I didn't expect. Glad to hear you are mostly ok. F'ing A-hole that leaves a human being lye there like that.
Good luck getting it back together in time for your meet.

[HighLiner]

Glad to hear your ok after that!

[turboprop]

Well that was a turn I didn't expect. Glad to hear you are mostly ok. F'ing A-hole that leaves a human being lye there like that.
Good luck getting it back together in time for your meet.

To be fair, he called 911 but did not stop because he recognized me from his daughters school and was worried that I would beat him up, that he would be deported back to Mexico (his wife and him have green cards) and he doesn't have the means to pay for anything. He is a bricklayer that hasn't worked since this Corona thing began and his wife is a house keeper. They dont have anything. After meeting with him on Sunday I got down and prayed with him (holly day of obligation for both of us). All of us are going to be alright.

[Hossamania]

I gotta be honest, that took yet another turn I did not expect!
You're a good man, turbo. Sounds like he is too. I apologise for calling him names.

[Ohio HD]

To be fair, he called 911 but did not stop because he recognized me from his daughters school and was worried that I would beat him up, that he would be deported back to Mexico (his wife and him have green cards) and he doesn't have the means to pay for anything. He is a bricklayer that hasn't worked since this Corona thing began and his wife is a house keeper. They dont have anything. After meeting with him on Sunday I got down and prayed with him (holly day of obligation for both of us). All of us are going to be alright.

Glad that your OK, bikes are machines, they can be fixed.

You're a big man for keeping that perspective with the other party, and I respect that. Anyone can get angry, few can look past their own situation.

[No Cents]

  wow Ed...I glad your okay. 
I agree with Brian...bikes can be fixed..."us"...the older we get the longer it seems for us to take to heal. Hopefully the road rash heals fast.

[twincamzz]

Holy Moly !
So glad to read that you were able to walk away without serious injury turboprop. Roadrash still sucks anyway you look at it. I admire your attitude about the situation  &  hope that you heal well. Really look forward to your post telling us all that you got your bike back together in time for the FXR event coming up !

[TN]

Well that was a turn I didn't expect. Glad to hear you are mostly ok. F'ing A-hole that leaves a human being lye there like that.
Good luck getting it back together in time for your meet.

To be fair, he called 911 but did not stop because he recognized me from his daughters school and was worried that I would beat him up, that he would be deported back to Mexico (his wife and him have green cards) and he doesn't have the means to pay for anything. He is a bricklayer that hasn't worked since this Corona thing began and his wife is a house keeper. They dont have anything. After meeting with him on Sunday I got down and prayed with him (holly day of obligation for both of us). All of us are going to be alright.

You handled that better than I would have, I had similar circumstances in Houston TX on my Norton 750 years ago concerning the wreck.

My hat off toya.

[Deye76]

"was worried that I would beat him up, "
Don't doubt that for a minute. Also don't doubt your forgiveness, and good will towards others. Have witnessed that several times. Going to miss seeing you in the valley. Stay safe.

[PoorUB]

Ok, who kidnapped our Turbo and replaced him with this polite and understanding person!

Funny how things work out! Glad you and the FXR will recover. I'm not sure I would have been so understanding.

[Will-Run]

Large Respect. Welcome back. 

[turboprop]

"was worried that I would beat him up, "
Don't doubt that for a minute. Also don't doubt your forgiveness, and good will towards others. Have witnessed that several times. Going to miss seeing you in the valley. Stay safe.

I am planning on being at MV on one of my FXRs, have a room reserved at the Holiday. Checking in Wednesday, checkout Monday. I have to make a go/no-go decision on which FXR to ride. The new blue/white bike with the higher bars, saddle bags and visor will be a lot more comfortable than the red/white bike. I am still sore and stiff. Blsting the red bike for four hours to MV will not be fun right now. The blue bike, is still somewhat dismantled but is getting more whole every day. Unfortunately, it is a new build that still requires a good deal of local shake down. I plan to be sitting in a red rocking chair drinking coffee when the sun comes up next Thursday. Hope to see you there as well.

[aharp]

Well that was a turn I didn't expect. Glad to hear you are mostly ok. F'ing A-hole that leaves a human being lye there like that.
Good luck getting it back together in time for your meet.

To be fair, he called 911 but did not stop because he recognized me from his daughters school and was worried that I would beat him up, that he would be deported back to Mexico (his wife and him have green cards) and he doesn't have the means to pay for anything. He is a bricklayer that hasn't worked since this Corona thing began and his wife is a house keeper. They dont have anything. After meeting with him on Sunday I got down and prayed with him (holly day of obligation for both of us). All of us are going to be alright.

Glad you're ok. You are a better man than I.

[Ohio HD]

"was worried that I would beat him up, "
Don't doubt that for a minute. Also don't doubt your forgiveness, and good will towards others. Have witnessed that several times. Going to miss seeing you in the valley. Stay safe.

Yes, I have seen Ed's kindness to others as well.

[choseneasy]

  Very cool. Glad you are ok.

[boooby1744]

Well that was a turn I didn't expect. Glad to hear you are mostly ok. F'ing A-hole that leaves a human being lye there like that.
Good luck getting it back together in time for your meet.

To be fair, he called 911 but did not stop because he recognized me from his daughters school and was worried that I would beat him up, that he would be deported back to Mexico (his wife and him have green cards) and he doesn't have the means to pay for anything. He is a bricklayer that hasn't worked since this Corona thing began and his wife is a house keeper. They dont have anything. After meeting with him on Sunday I got down and prayed with him (holly day of obligation for both of us). All of us are going to be alright.

Glad you're ok. You are a better man than I.