I HAVE A ROAD KING 2004 -
have in minde to had a 6 speed kit in.
1- your advice on this please - good move or not.
2- where to buy at the lowest $$
thanks

 

What is your goal?

 

soft 02 well you see, I'm 59 and have no intention getting and other bike before I passe away, so I'd like to extend the life of my bike buy adding this 6 speed that should ease off ..some like that,,,

 

Are you looking at a Baker or SE cassette? The 5 speeds are better than the 07+ 6 speed. Are you having issues or want to change your final gear ratio? Are you trying to lower your rpms at freeway speed?

 

I don`t think a six speed transmission will make any difference in how long the engine lasts, besides, the cost of a good 6 speed transmission is as much as an engine rebuild...

I had no intention of getting another bike back when I was 59 (I`ve only had the current ride for 26 years). But I`m sneaking up on 61 now, and am seriously considering a new bike...

 

Yup. Heck it cost me less than $200 in parts to rebuild my tranny.

 

Yep...

I`m a big fan of the 5 speed transmission.

 

Hey, thanks , I think I'll stike to the 5 speed,,

 

Smart move IMO.

 

You're in good company! I've had my Evo since new in 1990 and am a bit further down life's weary highway than you youngsters - but I reckon I'll carry on with it. Now a 5-speed Baker might be nice - with the superior gear changing they are said to give.