Hi, I usually spend my time in the touring forum, but it looks like I'll be over here quite a bit from now on.

I just picked up a 98 Fatboy with the evo and 5 speed, only 30,000 miles, great price and in great shape. It's been quite awhile since I had an evo, is there anything I should look out for. Was the 98 Fatboy a decent bike?

Thanks' for reading.

 

If I were you, I'd just change the fluids and give it a good going over and ride it. Nothing wrong with a good EVO Fatboy, but I would ask if it had a cam change and see if it has Torrington bearings or not.

 

I would go into the FatBoy section and read every thread they have and after awhile you will be able to compile your own list of what to watch for. The list needs to be from your own conclusion from what you've read. Take your time, relax and read.

 

+1........good advice here.

 

I agree with gump305, then ride! There is nothing likely to catch you out, so enjoy your new toy, get familiar with it and also follow TUCCI's advice in easy time.

 

Thanks guys, reading it is! The weather here is cold, raining and high winds so reading fits the bill.

 

Get some pics in here of your new ride. Love to see it. Like everyone has said, read and take your time getting used to the bike. The fatboy makes an awsome platform to build from. My first mod would be a Mustang Vintage seat, super comfy for long rides.

 

Here she is folks.

 

Hey Jazzy Jack, nice ride!

I'm in the same boat and recently purchased a Dyna the same year as yours with the same mileage.

Regarding the EVO motor I asked the same question as you and the good people here were kind enough to make a few suggestions as they have for you as well.

Mine is scheduled to have the inner cam bearing checked and a torrington style bearing installed should it have an INA bearing.

I'm installing a mild bolt in cam while it's open and replacing the plastic breather gear with a metal one.

Btw - great area you live in!

 

Congrats on the new FB.
I stepped up from a 52 Pan to the 98 FB. Elec start, hand clutch, windshield, carefree ridding, wow, what a change. Now have 08 also, both anniversary models. 12 time zones apart. The 98 has 32 k miles & sits in my bros garage most of the year. Since purchase new I (or my bro) have replaced front wheel bearings, fork seals and installed a stronger cam.
On a road trip some years ago bucking a very strong headwind into the windshield across NE it started blowing oil by the check valve and into the air cleaner. Minor fix.
Other than that I get back about once a year for some enjoyable ridding.
Hope you have lots of good rides on yours.