2015 vs. 2016 FXDL's
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05-01-2016, 05:08 AM
I shift mine at 3000-3200 rpm as suggested by my dealership...2015 FatBob, motor seams happier in that range
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07-14-2016, 04:34 PM
Most Harleys I've ridden seem to peter out about 4k rpm. I rode one of the new 103HO Wide Glides earlier this year and it pulled nicely to ~5500 rpm or so. Engine felt and sounded great throughout the range.
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Harleys have small intake exhaust runners that promote good torque in the lower/mid RPM range, at the expense of "superior breathing" required for upper RPM range. They literally "run out of breath" in upper rpm's.
I have a 103HO and haven't noticed anything unusual in the upper RPM ranges. Then again, I don't spend much time there either.
I rode one of the new 103HO Wide Glides earlier this year and it pulled nicely to ~5500 rpm or so. Engine felt and sounded great throughout the range.
#60
07-19-2016, 04:07 AM
6th Gear
yeah i have to agree with these guys...i have a 2015 low rider and i don't shift into 5th until around 60 or 65..cruise it at like 75 in 6th...