7 speed?
Road Warrior
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The baker 7 speed is mainly for reducing the wide gear ratio's between the gears. 7th being almost identical to 6th.
Lower 1st than stock with less ratio change between gears.
I have a Baker OD6 in one of my bikes and had em to lower the first 3 gears for a better launch. The ratio's are much closer together and 6th being the same as the HD 6th is.
I have always thought the first 3 gears on the 6th speed was to high and should be lowered slightly.
Lower 1st than stock with less ratio change between gears.
I have a Baker OD6 in one of my bikes and had em to lower the first 3 gears for a better launch. The ratio's are much closer together and 6th being the same as the HD 6th is.
I have always thought the first 3 gears on the 6th speed was to high and should be lowered slightly.
Read up on it and you will see you get much more than just a seventh gear. A Trans that doesn't clunk, easy to find neutral, clicks into gear, closer ratio's, stronger gears, stronger front case with better bearings, the list goes on. Yes it's probably not for everyone, yes it's pricey but everyone who gets off a stock HD and rides mine wants a DD7 for some reason. I like it so much a bought a DD6 for my 03 Road King that had a 5 speed.
If all your after is more HP and torque then go for the engine upgrades. If you want to really improve the ride ability and fun factor of your bike go with the DD7. If you can afford it do both !
Road Master
Joined: Aug 2010
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From: SE Michigan
Sounds like a good upgrade, SailRider1, and for that kind of $$ it would be expected. I'm content with my 'ole 6 spd. tranny in my '07 RK with the 103 incher. I spend so little time in those lower gears anyways I couldn't justify the cost for me anyhow.
Glad you enjoy it!
Glad you enjoy it!
Road Warrior
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Forgot to mention. Every year in December Baker will run a special sale. I bought both my DD7 and DD6 for around $600.00 less than their usual list price if you add in all the extra stuff they throw in with the kit. I bought the DD7 from Eastern Performance with free shipping and the DD6 direct from Baker. End of the year they are always looking to move inventory.
You are correct. 7th gearin the Baker is 1:1 just like the 6th gear in a stock HD. Uncle Larry and Tactical 111 you make valid arguments. The Baker DD7 is a chunk of change but is the single best investment I have made to my bike. It's prevented me from even considering a new bike so looking at it that way it was a sound investment for me.
Read up on it and you will see you get much more than just a seventh gear. A Trans that doesn't clunk, easy to find neutral, clicks into gear, closer ratio's, stronger gears, stronger front case with better bearings, the list goes on. Yes it's probably not for everyone, yes it's pricey but everyone who gets off a stock HD and rides mine wants a DD7 for some reason. I like it so much a bought a DD6 for my 03 Road King that had a 5 speed.
If all your after is more HP and torque then go for the engine upgrades. If you want to really improve the ride ability and fun factor of your bike go with the DD7. If you can afford it do both !
Read up on it and you will see you get much more than just a seventh gear. A Trans that doesn't clunk, easy to find neutral, clicks into gear, closer ratio's, stronger gears, stronger front case with better bearings, the list goes on. Yes it's probably not for everyone, yes it's pricey but everyone who gets off a stock HD and rides mine wants a DD7 for some reason. I like it so much a bought a DD6 for my 03 Road King that had a 5 speed.
If all your after is more HP and torque then go for the engine upgrades. If you want to really improve the ride ability and fun factor of your bike go with the DD7. If you can afford it do both !
Road Captain
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From: The Redneck Riviera
As was posted earlier, most, if not all the naysayers of the DD7 have never ridden one, let alone owned one!
If you ever ride a DD7 you will want one!
It is far superior to the Cruisedrive in every way. In a lighter 1-up barhopper (ie. dyna) with a built motor the Cruisedrive is sufficient, but on a bagger (especially loaded, or touring) there is nothing close to the DD7!
7th is the same as 6th, 1:1.
The lower 1st and the close ratios, allow you to keep the motor in the sweet spot more of the time.
A lot of folks put undue stress (lugging) on their HDs by thinking that they have to get into top gear asap, instead of operating the bike in the sweet spot.
Something to think about when selecting the smaller CID kits that brag about the bigger dyno #s, you have to be honest (to yourself) about how/where (available fuel / elevation/ solo / 2-up?) you use the bike, as some of the (big # kits can be somewhat hi-strung)...
To the OP; Oh yea, the DD7 behind the 117" is a very impressive "Sport Touring" Cruise Missile. (see signature)
Peace Out, 'gotta ride!!!
If you ever ride a DD7 you will want one!
It is far superior to the Cruisedrive in every way. In a lighter 1-up barhopper (ie. dyna) with a built motor the Cruisedrive is sufficient, but on a bagger (especially loaded, or touring) there is nothing close to the DD7!
7th is the same as 6th, 1:1.
The lower 1st and the close ratios, allow you to keep the motor in the sweet spot more of the time.
A lot of folks put undue stress (lugging) on their HDs by thinking that they have to get into top gear asap, instead of operating the bike in the sweet spot.
Something to think about when selecting the smaller CID kits that brag about the bigger dyno #s, you have to be honest (to yourself) about how/where (available fuel / elevation/ solo / 2-up?) you use the bike, as some of the (big # kits can be somewhat hi-strung)...
To the OP; Oh yea, the DD7 behind the 117" is a very impressive "Sport Touring" Cruise Missile. (see signature)
Peace Out, 'gotta ride!!!
As was posted earlier, most, if not all the naysayers of the DD7 have never ridden one, let alone owned one!
If you ever ride a DD7 you will want one!
It is far superior to the Cruisedrive in every way. In a lighter 1-up barhopper (ie. dyna) with a built motor the Cruisedrive is sufficient, but on a bagger (especially loaded, or touring) there is nothing close to the DD7!
7th is the same as 6th, 1:1.
The lower 1st and the close ratios, allow you to keep the motor in the sweet spot more of the time.
A lot of folks put undue stress (lugging) on their HDs by thinking that they have to get into top gear asap, instead of operating the bike in the sweet spot.
Something to think about when selecting the smaller CID kits that brag about the bigger dyno #s, you have to be honest (to yourself) about how/where (available fuel / elevation/ solo / 2-up?) you use the bike, as some of the (big # kits can be somewhat hi-strung)...
To the OP; Oh yea, the DD7 behind the 117" is a very impressive "Sport Touring" Cruise Missile. (see signature)
Peace Out, 'gotta ride!!!
If you ever ride a DD7 you will want one!
It is far superior to the Cruisedrive in every way. In a lighter 1-up barhopper (ie. dyna) with a built motor the Cruisedrive is sufficient, but on a bagger (especially loaded, or touring) there is nothing close to the DD7!
7th is the same as 6th, 1:1.
The lower 1st and the close ratios, allow you to keep the motor in the sweet spot more of the time.
A lot of folks put undue stress (lugging) on their HDs by thinking that they have to get into top gear asap, instead of operating the bike in the sweet spot.
Something to think about when selecting the smaller CID kits that brag about the bigger dyno #s, you have to be honest (to yourself) about how/where (available fuel / elevation/ solo / 2-up?) you use the bike, as some of the (big # kits can be somewhat hi-strung)...
To the OP; Oh yea, the DD7 behind the 117" is a very impressive "Sport Touring" Cruise Missile. (see signature)
Peace Out, 'gotta ride!!!
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