Is it worth it.
Banned
Joined: Mar 2006
Posts: 8,603
Likes: 10
RE: Is it worth it.
my DD6 is king....it was worth it to me....yes beemervet, i do sometimes ride at 60 in 6th....1800 or so rpms just blat,blat,blat down the highway....of course i know better than to twist it much while i'm luggin it...but to just cruise, it sounds great
Road Warrior
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 1,396
Likes: 146
From:
RE: Is it worth it.
It really depends on the kind of riding you do, and the speed limits in your area. If you ride long distances, where speed limit is 75mph or 80 as in at least Texas, the 6 speed is great. If you live where the limit is 65 it may not help much. I rode from west of Denver to North Platte, Nebraska last weekend. About 275 miles each way. The speed limit was mostly 75 m.p.h.We rode about 5 over at 80 mph. I rode my '07 Flhx with 6 speed, my buddy an '01 Flt with a 5 speed. My mileage was considerably better and his engine was buzzing while mine was loafing at just under 3000 r.p.m. I also have a S.E. 6 speed in my '02 Fat Boy. It has a pretty hot 95" motor. It makes the bike into a comfortable high speed ride. I really like this tranny and it was worth the 2 grand investment for me. Your situation may be different.
[IMG]local://upfiles/27978/2FF6656384C74E578E87426B8F639253.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]local://upfiles/27978/0FA94C1D082A407686ACC91B54ADFD06.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]local://upfiles/27978/2FF6656384C74E578E87426B8F639253.jpg[/IMG]
[IMG]local://upfiles/27978/0FA94C1D082A407686ACC91B54ADFD06.jpg[/IMG]
Tourer
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 460
Likes: 0
From: Southern Maryland
RE: Is it worth it.
I don't know what the cost will be. I have a 07 RKC I rarely have it in 6 gear and when I want to have it in 6th gear and keep the engine from not knocking what I call knocking I need to be going 65 mph if not 70 mph in order for the engine not sounding like it's knocking.If you are doing your ride and happy with your current set up I wouldn't spend the money for it.
Banned
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 1,997
Likes: 0
From: Somewhere in NE PA
RE: Is it worth it.
ORIGINAL: Q Hog
Is it worth the money to up-grade toa 6 speed tranny from a 5 speed? If so, whats should I expect in performance as well as what make/brand to buy.
Is it worth the money to up-grade toa 6 speed tranny from a 5 speed? If so, whats should I expect in performance as well as what make/brand to buy.
My bike is an 01 and in 01 they were geared to be wheelie bikes but would scream on the highway. Yes a DD6 was worth every penny for my bike.
It is my understanding that the new bikes with 6 speeds are grossly undergeared thus the seldom use of 6th (Revolution makes a gear change for these bikes to help).
On some models you can get away with a compensating sprocket and chain change. If you travel the highways a lot at the pace of what North East traffic runs the 6 speed will be nice.
Stellar HDF Member
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 3,108
Likes: 9
From: Lincolnton, NC
RE: Is it worth it.
The DD6 or even the S/E 6speed are fine units. I'd be comfortable making a selection based on price alone, between the two...
Thread Starter
|
Road Warrior
Joined: Jun 2007
Posts: 1,509
Likes: 2
From: Atlanta, GA
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Outstanding HDF Member
Joined: Mar 2007
Posts: 2,566
Likes: 0
From: North Central Texas
RE: Is it worth it.
It is just according to how much highway driving you do if it would be worth it. I have an 07 Ultra and I switch to 6th gear around 63 miles per hour and lugging is not a problem at that speed unless you are in the hills. Easier on the engine and improved gas mileage.
Tourer
Joined: Mar 2008
Posts: 457
Likes: 1
From:
RE: Is it worth it.
ORIGINAL: Q Hog
Thx for all the advice. i'll save my money..
Thx for all the advice. i'll save my money..
If you rode on the freeway all the time at higher speeds, then maybe. Normal type of riding would be a waste of money.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post