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Feb 10, 2011 | 12:16 PM

redmonster13

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From: Sherman, TX

6th gear light

What is the point of this thing? I know when I'm in 6th because I am exceeding the posted speed limit. How about a 1st gear light so I will quit trying to roll away from a stoplight in second. I get annoyed every time I do that, I know the bike is in first but the bike insists I didnt downshift as I stopped.

This was my biggest reason for buying the dakota digital speedo but as it turns out that the gear indicator doesnt function when stopped. So I suppose I will continue to be that guy who nearly stalls his bike at every third light

Feb 10, 2011 | 12:19 PM

Phrogman

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See, that's why you need to develop a habit of always trying to downshift before you take off. At least, that's what I do.

As for the 6th light, it's to make those people who traded in perfectly good 5 speeds feel good about their decision.

Feb 10, 2011 | 12:28 PM

Skitzer

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I know it's there but have never paid any attention to it. I am always aware of what gear I'm in.

Feb 10, 2011 | 12:36 PM

MATUCHI

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Quote:

Originally Posted by redmonster13

6th gear light What is the point of this thing?

Some people try to go up another gear that they don't have - this just lets them know they are already there.

Feb 10, 2011 | 01:00 PM

wb0zrd

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I wish it would tell me what gear I'm in at all times...but then I like useless gadgets

Cheers,
Paul in Colorado

Feb 10, 2011 | 01:29 PM

oct1949

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After U have ridden for a while I'd think U'd know usually what gear Ur in.

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If U don't use it, don't worry bout it. probably could unplug it also.

Feb 10, 2011 | 01:35 PM

scoteh

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Quote:

Originally Posted by MATUCHI

Some people try to go up another gear that they don't have - this just lets them know they are already there.

I've been known to do that even with the stupid light there! Maybe it's because I rarely even notice it.

There's another thread somewhere around here where it seems a goodly number of bike owners wish the light was a big neon job, or at least something really big and noticeable.