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Old Apr 24, 2006 | 01:34 AM
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I have a 2004 FXDLI ... this might be a silly question but .... what is a good RPM for 3rd and 4th gear? The bike is all stock and has only 150 miles on it.
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Don't worry about the exact rpm. Feel for the sweet spot. You'll know it when you get there, because the bike feels much smoother through the bars and foot pegs. Always try and cruise at that point.
 
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thanks for the advice !
 
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