What causes Cam chain tensioner wear on Twin Cam 88/96 on the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU)?

Listen for rattle at idle; ask for conversion receipts Estimated fix cost: $1200-$2500

What causes Excessive rear cylinder heat, oil cooking on the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU)?

Oil cooler presence, oil condition, rear head leaks Estimated fix cost: $200-$800

Loud clunk on startup or takeoff from primary Estimated fix cost: $400-$900

Fork oil weeping, notchy steering at lock-to-lock Estimated fix cost: $150-$600

Known issues to inspect before buying a used Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Ultra Classic (FLHTCU). What to check and how much repairs cost.

SERIOUS

Listen for rattle at idle; ask for conversion receipts

Fix cost: $1200-$2500

MODERATE

Oil cooler presence, oil condition, rear head leaks

Fix cost: $200-$800

MODERATE

Loud clunk on startup or takeoff from primary

Fix cost: $400-$900

MINOR

Fork oil weeping, notchy steering at lock-to-lock

Fix cost: $150-$600

☐Verify cam tensioner service records or upgrade

☐Cold start listen for top-end noise

☐Check stator output and charging voltage

☐Inspect bags, fairing mounts, Tour-Pak cracks

Durable tourer if cam service was done