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Message: <blockquote data-quote="UnSafe" data-source="post: 1868760" data-attributes="member: 100">Granted that the new HD bikes offer nice improvements, but as for a cruising speed power increase, you might want to test ride 2-3 before selling yourself on a trade in. Because of emissions rules and HD's tendency to de-tune their engines, the stock 103's aren't all that strong and you'll find yourself surfing the catalogs for performance parts soon. If you do your own work, you can build a surprisingly strong 95" motor and install a Baker 6 speed gear set for about $4000-$4500. Choosing mods that work best together and the final tuning are what make it strong between about 2-4K rpm. Of course, it's still a 6-12 year old bike, with normal wear and tear problems, which is a big reason that many riders trade in for newer models. Reliability is king.</blockquote>