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I don't know why everyone gets so hung up on CCs. I rode 650cc twins for many years and was perfectly happy with them. I bumped the compression up to 10.5:1 and just tuned it and rode. I now have a 790cc twin that I am happy with and building an 865cc chopper I am sure I will also be happy with. I have crossed multiple states loaded down with gear no problem. North east PA to Yellowstone park in 36hrs on a 1966 TR6C for one trip.


I'm not necessarily fixed on CCs, I do want more over all power. The 65-70 hp and 50 ft/lbs of torque that can be squeezed out of our bikes is fine for solo riding/touring but when riding two up it would be a lot nicer to have an extra 15 hp and 15 ft/lbs of torque especially in passing situations on the highway. I know that can be achieved with the 904 kit so I will go that route once I can free up finances for it.

2006 865 Neon Blue/Jet Black Speedmaster,790cams, TTP Stage 2 Firestarter, Epco Exhaust with 10.25" Samson Vrod baffles, UNI pods with 40 pilots, 150 mains,Thruxton needles, 3 turns out.