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Originally Posted by Buddy Seat
jerry34208-
Yes agreed, many know these couple things I posted..
Except for the original poster 'gkupris' who innocently asked for opinions..My post is very simply my point. Not trying to rub anyone the wrong way...Just giving more info to him.
Remember it was his question.
Quote: "I'm new to the forum so please bear with me. I purchased a 1999 Fat Boy in mint condition 3 weeks ago and am I ever happy. I love this bike. My question is I was under the impression from what I read that the 1999 was the first year with the TC 88 engine. Mine has the Evolution engine. At first I was disappointed but some have told me this is a good thing. I don't know what to think. Any opinions? Thanks"
I feel my reply was not offensive to anyone, (least it certainly wasn't meant to be) just giving my opinion. (which is known fact)..
Do you really think HD is gonna tell someone that the TC's run Hotter ???
No, their only gonna ask, how U gonna pay ??? ....
So now he knows stock TC's have more power than stock Evo's.
But TC's indeed do run hotter...Which is why HD long ago started making Syn 3 oil for the TC's.. (another known tid-bit)..to most
Just trying to reply to the question..
Buddy 
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Fair enough Buddy. I see the higher temp of the tc as a non issue (I never notice it while riding, just while stopped at a light, I have noticed all of my motorcycles are hot while standing at a traffic signal in the hot sun) but that's me. You're right, some do believe it's a problem and perception is reality.
The smaller exhaust valve (yes it robs power) is also a fact but I don't see it as anything a guy would be unhappy with as he rides the bike down the street. Just another specification to read on a sheet. Not sure why they did that, perhaps to satisfy EPA and/or to cut costs, who knows.
Anyway, I think the Evo is a well proven design and a visually appealing motor in it's own right.
