6 speed?
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From: Canton, Michigan
Overdrive 6 speed? Give the guys at Baker a call, they're the experts. Off hand I would say a loaded E-Glide with the stock 80" motor, even with a mild cam, isn't going to like a 14% or 20% overdrive.
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I will never understand why people think you need more horsepower for 6 speed OD trans...it is just not true. OD is only for reduced RPMs on the highway for more comfort...if you need to pass a truck you simply downshift. One of bakers most popular OD 6 speeds is designed for knucks, pans, and shovels...not exactly powerhouse motors. I run a baker 6 OD with a EVO and a mild cam and it is hands down the best mod I have ever made to the bike.
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From: Haslet Texas
If you call Baker as I did when I had money and was thinking about it you will find that they recommend a DD 6 for your set up.
You will have to buy a different sprocket and primary chain to get 6th gear from 1-1 to .86-1.
If I ever get back to having money again that is the path (as recommended by Baker) that I will go just for the fun of it.
You will have to buy a different sprocket and primary chain to get 6th gear from 1-1 to .86-1.
If I ever get back to having money again that is the path (as recommended by Baker) that I will go just for the fun of it.
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I was actually thinking of going with a Rivera primo. They seem to have good reviews and at less than half the price of a Baker it seems like a no Brainerd.
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From: Round Rock, TX
If your bike is pre-94, you may get what you want by changing the primary guts to 94 and up specs. Even just getting a compensating sprocket with one more tooth makes a pretty big difference. Might even get away with the same primary chain. Takes a bit of research, but cheaper than any transmission.
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From: Haslet Texas
I learned a long time ago not to skimp out on parts or tools.
When I did I always regretted it later.
That said I agree with Owtlaw.
Changing your gear ratio is much easier and costs way less.