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Old Jun 16, 2025 | 12:09 AM
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I have a 2002 harley fat boy which doesnt have a tack and I am wondering what is my RPM at 50 mph in fourth gear?
 
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Consult the Baker RPM calculator
 
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Consult the Baker RPM calculator
I used the Baker calculator not long after I got my 2003 Wide Glide. I was going to get the Baker OD6 six speed overdrive gearset. When I looked at the RPM calculator I also realized due to the low gearing of the Dyna models at the time I also wanted to add one tooth to the front pulley as well. I did both mods and it completely changed the character of that bike for the better.
 
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I dont know how to find the baker so thats why I asked the question. If you dont know the answer why bother answerig
 
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Did you Google Baker RPM calculator?
 
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I dont know how to find the baker so thats why I asked the question. If you dont know the answer why bother answerig
And just exactly how would we know what it is that you don`t know.???

The answers were legit
 
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My 2000 Fatboy carbed, 2500 at 50mph
 
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is that in 4th gear or 5th
 
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