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Old May 14, 2017 | 03:29 PM
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Wondering what the redline is for the m8. For some reason I can't seem to find that info anywhere? Thanks.
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Old May 14, 2017 | 04:13 PM
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Look on the tach. 5500
 
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Originally Posted by Olive oil 2.0
Wondering what the redline is for the m8. For some reason I can't seem to find that info anywhere? Thanks.
I know dumb question right?
Ride it like you stole it and you'll figure it out .. While your at it, see where the speed limiter is too

FYI.. There are no dumb questions on the forums. Please don't ever feel that way. Some responses are abrasive, but everyone is here to help with their knowledge..
 
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Thanks Don't have tach, just the digital one but I have ordered the Speedo with the tach on it also. First bike without it and would like to have it. Didn't see anywhere in owners manual anything about it.
 
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Originally Posted by Olive oil 2.0
Thanks Don't have tach, just the digital one but I have ordered the Speedo with the tach on it also. First bike without it and would like to have it. Didn't see anywhere in owners manual anything about it.
Redline on the M8 is 5500 RPM's. Enjoy your ride!
 
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Originally Posted by Olive oil 2.0
Thanks Don't have tach, just the digital one but I have ordered the Speedo with the tach on it also. First bike without it and would like to have it. Didn't see anywhere in owners manual anything about it.
You must have a Road King. All other tourers have a tach I think. Sorry about that
 
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Redline may be 5500 but,You can't go past 5200 with stock bike.ECM limits at 5200 rpm.
 
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Redline may be 5500 but,You can't go past 5200 with stock bike.ECM limits at 5200 rpm.
even with my dyno tuned Stage 1, it doesn't have much to offer past 4500, pretty much peaked but is fine with me because when I dial it up to that point I'm crushing most posted speed limits anyway
 
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