What kind of CAMs do I need for Step 2?
1999-2004 engines with stock valve springs can accept cams of up to .510″ lift, while 2005 and later engines can accept cams of up to .585″ lift. The earlier engines can be upgraded with S&S high lift valve springs to run higher lift cams. Step 2 requires carburetor or EFI recalibration.
Which is better chain drive or S & S cam?
Most S&S cams have higher lift than stock and are designed to take advantage of the extra flow of ported stock heads or S&S Super Stock® heads. Due to the high lift of these cams, S&S adjustable pushrods are recommended. Not all grinds are available in the chain drive version.
Which is the best Cam for a S & S cycle?
Choose from cams for stock chain drive or the bulletproof S&S gear drive cams. 509 Torque Cam A bolt-in low-end cam for 1999-’06 big twins with stock heads and moderate compression ratio. Perfect for baggers. Delivers great low and midrange torque from Idle-4500 rpm.
What kind of Cam is a step 2 pushrod?
551 Torque Cam A bolt-in cam optimized for a heavier 2007-’13 touring bikes with 96″ to 106″ engines, slip-on mufflers, and stock or ported heads. Excellent torque from idle to 4000 rpm.
What do I need to install Step 2 cams?
Kit includes everything needed for a quick install! Precision machined and 100% tested to ensure a precision fit. Equipped with a low mass, bearing grade silicon nitride check ball and optimized check ball spring for fast, reliable pump up, low noise operation, and higher rpm capability.
Most S&S cams have higher lift than stock and are designed to take advantage of the extra flow of ported stock heads or S&S Super Stock® heads. Due to the high lift of these cams, S&S adjustable pushrods are recommended. Not all grinds are available in the chain drive version.
What kind of CAMs do I need for S & S cycle?
Choose from stock chain drive style, or upgrade to S&S gear drive cams for the ultimate in valve train control. We highly recommend S&S Easy Start cams, which feature centrifugally operated compression releases that are not only convenient, automatic, and foolproof, but reduce wear and tear on your battery and starter.
What kind of compression does a 551 Cam set need?
Bolt-in overall. 551: Designed for engines with 96 to 106 CID and 9:1 to 9:9 compression. This is a bolt-in cam set designed for stock or mildly modified touring bikes. 551 cams are not recommended for compression ratios of 10:1 or greater.