how fast is too fast?
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how fast is too fast?
i have an 88TC w/5spd and ride alot highway about 75-80 @ 3-3.5k rpm for miles...my question is will this kill my engine after a while/do i need a 6 spd?
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I have an 01 FLHPI and 75 to 80 MPH seems to be a good cruising speed. The RPM is a little over 3000 and the engine sounds good. If I ever have to replace the transmission I'll consider the Baker 6 speed but only as a luxury not a necessity
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cool just wondering...at 70 mph=3k rpm on my bike...and when the blue lights are behind you doesn't them mean to speed up?..i did that once when i was younger and dumber...let me tell ya, you can't outrun the radio
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I do a lot more reading than posting. From what I have read by those that know a lot more than I the 6 speed is an over kill for a 88 ci. Even with a baker (lots of $$$) It will strain a 88 engine. Look at how many guys complain about 6th on a 96 ci. I just changed cams for that very reason. An 95 ci up grade is a different story.
Now on the subject on hand. I would think the engine will be fine as long as you keep you maintenance in order. 3,000 -3,500 rpm isn't that much when you think about it.
I like to stay below 3,000 for mpg reasons. My 96ci Ultra is turning 2,850 rpms at 80
Now on the subject on hand. I would think the engine will be fine as long as you keep you maintenance in order. 3,000 -3,500 rpm isn't that much when you think about it.
I like to stay below 3,000 for mpg reasons. My 96ci Ultra is turning 2,850 rpms at 80
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186,001 Miles/Second! Heh heh.
Seriously though, 3500 RPM won't hurt your motor a bit. Just keep an eye on your cam chain tensioners though, no matter what speeds you ride. If you go too long and they come apart, they can make a real me$$!
Stay safe,
John
Seriously though, 3500 RPM won't hurt your motor a bit. Just keep an eye on your cam chain tensioners though, no matter what speeds you ride. If you go too long and they come apart, they can make a real me$$!
Stay safe,
John
Last edited by jpooch00; Jan 26, 2009 at 05:22 PM.
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