Hi All

Since RKC's don't have a tach, can someone telll me what my rpms are for 3rd gear at 35mph, 4th gear at 45mph and 5th gear at 55, 65 and 75mph?

Also what is the recommended cruising RPM?

Thanks ahead for your help..

Beary

 

What year is your bike? (5 speed or 6?)

 

Good question, it's a 2002.

All my cars are standard shifts and I'm used to driving by a tach. I have know idea when I'm getting close to red line over ******* the bikedown to low, but the itseems happy at these gears and speeds.

Beary

 

I can't help, I ride an '07, sorry!

 

They do make a Tach\Speedo Combo for the bike...

 

I beleive my 03 RKC doing 60 in 5th gear is around 2500-2600 rpm.

HiTech

 

Do you know where I can find it?

Thanks HiTech, that helps me a lot. What is redline on these things. Not that I will know I hit until a valve shoots past my head.

Beary

 

75 should be right around 3200

 

What is the appropriate cruzing RPM's? I am sometimes in 4th or 5th gear running at 2500 RPM's is this acceptable. I usually change gears around 2700 -3000 RPM's??

 

This is the one I have on my '01 RKC - I liked it because it kept the Classic look to it...

Combination Speedometer/Tachometer - Black Face

Maintain the clean view over the handlebar. This unique combination Speedometer/Tachometer allows you to monitor engine speed without adding a handlebar-mounted tach. The unit mounts in the stock dash opening, and is a direct plug-in installation on many models. The backlit face aids night viewing, and the gauge features an easy-to-read LCD odometer/tripmeter. Mileage reinstatement is available through your Dealer. This product is available in multiple variations. Be sure to look for the one that fits the specific model and year of your motorcycle. 74461-03A IN-STORE PURCHASE ONLY Contact dealer for pricing and availability.

MPH Calibrated Fits '95-'03 FLHR and '00-'03 Softail® models (except FXSTD). '95-'98 FLHR models require Speedometer / Tachometer Retrofit Kit P/N 74468-03. MSRP US $419.95

You can also get the Mini Tack that mounts above your Ign Switch Housing...