I like my RCC, but I rode a RKCVO at a dealer event.
I didn't impress me on the power. I do like the looks.
Does anyone know the optimal period of time for the best trade in value? Mine will be 2 years old in May and have about 11,000 miles.
Since mine has rush pipes, stage 1 air filter and was tuned, is that why my bike seems to have more power? Can I simply put my rush pipes and the filter on the CVO and get it tuned? If so does the 110 engine vs my 103 make much difference?

 

I went from a 2011 RGC with the 103 to a 2012 CVO RGC with a 110" and I notice a good amount of extra power throughout the power band with the 110". I say go for it, fit and finish of the CVO are unmatched IMO.

 

My buddy has a RKCVO 2008, it has more torque and HP than my ride with SE255 cams.
I like my saddle bags that have more room, but the CVO has more bling factor.

If I had a RKCVO, would go for Woods cams 222, or 555.

I will see how my RK runs with TW 222 cams and PowerVision when ride season is back in full swing.

 

Thanks

 

i can't help you with trade in information. feels like it is hit or miss and depends on your existing relationship (if any) with dealer or salesperson.

power- i went from 2010 flhtk with 103, SEAC/ powervision and monster ovals. stock cvo rk 110 is hands downs more power from my perspective. the hyd clutch is silky smooth and i currently live in the power band of the se255 cams and love them. i'm only considering powervision and new head pipe for the heat and cat removal. if it weren't for that - i may have just kept it stock.

i'm not a hot rodder, so ymmv

tin

 

I rode a CVO RKC at demo days and really liked the bike. Seat-of-the-pants, it has more power than my stock 103. I am kind of neutral on the CVO windshield, maybe it would grow on me. Only thing I didn't like about the CVO is that it does not have driving lights which I think helps define a RK.

 

i couldn't agree with you more, on both points.

tin