[raunchy42]

Hi, I'm new to this board. I've got an 03 fxst, carbed with a SE intake, D&D xhp 2 into 1 pipes, and S&S 510 geared cams. I've noticed more upper valve train noise since the cam conversion was done. the gears also make noise but I expected that. the local harley shop says that the noise is normal for these cams. ( they did the work ). I was just wanting to hear from someone else that has geared cams and if they have more tappet noise. Kevin

[Killer-B]

Raunchy42, without being there, it would be an injustice to give you a yes or no answer about a noise on a Harley. Harley’s make noise. More cam = more noise. (basically).
You must make sure the pre-load/mesh thingy on your gear 'set-up' is correct, or your in for trouble and some noise.

My.02

[SkyKing]

I just converted my wifes 2000 Heritage to S&S gears and TW37G cam. I find it to be quieter (or at leats a more pleasing noise) than stock chain driven cam.