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Simple answer. Depends on what trans output sprocket ya'll have on it and 18 or 16" rear wheel. 1974 XLCH is a 21 tooth. I'm running a 23 tooth on my 77 XLH and 3,000 rpm has me right around 60 mph. With the OEM 21 sprocket and 18" rear wheel, 2740 for 51.3 mph and 3320 for 62.1 mph.
Last edited by TexasScooterTrash; Sep 8, 2023 at 08:09 PM.
Simple answer. Depends on what trans output sprocket ya'll have on it and 18 or 16" rear wheel. 1974 XLCH is a 21 tooth. I'm running a 23 tooth on my 77 XLH and 3,000 rpm has me right around 60 mph. With the OEM 21 sprocket and 18" rear wheel, 2740 for 51.3 mph and 3320 for 62.1 mph.
Sincere thanks. Waaay up north here, I'm not gonna waste riding time on speedo...
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