105 Max touring speed
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04-15-2008 | 02:00 PM
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RE: 105 Max touring speed
I havetaken my RK up to around 108ish, what gear are you in when attempting this max speed run? I know when I shift into 6th my acceleration approaches 0, but in 5th its still has power to pull. Not sure, I don't really like these speeds so I don't stay there very long.
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04-15-2008 | 04:06 PM
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RE: 105 Max touring speed
ORIGINAL: jwm6
I havetaken my RK up to around 108ish, what gear are you in when attempting this max speed run? I know when I shift into 6th my acceleration approaches 0, but in 5th its still has power to pull. Not sure, I don't really like these speeds so I don't stay there very long.
I havetaken my RK up to around 108ish, what gear are you in when attempting this max speed run? I know when I shift into 6th my acceleration approaches 0, but in 5th its still has power to pull. Not sure, I don't really like these speeds so I don't stay there very long.
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04-15-2008 | 04:25 PM
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RE: 105 Max touring speed
ORIGINAL: dirtdobber
LOL
The Ultra and most likely most or all of the HD's engines are not able to pull that hard stock whether it is a 96" or 103" or 110"
There is only so much power available. How can you expect lets say 75hp engine to push a 850 lb bike more than 105mph? Give me a break will ya. If you want to cruise 105mph why did you get a Ultra? They are designed for touring and comfort.
Thats why I have 3 bikes
A touring bike 42mpg
A cruiser w/105 hp and 120 tq. 34mpg
a gas saver 60mpg
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The Ultra and most likely most or all of the HD's engines are not able to pull that hard stock whether it is a 96" or 103" or 110"
There is only so much power available. How can you expect lets say 75hp engine to push a 850 lb bike more than 105mph? Give me a break will ya. If you want to cruise 105mph why did you get a Ultra? They are designed for touring and comfort.
Thats why I have 3 bikes
A touring bike 42mpg
A cruiser w/105 hp and 120 tq. 34mpg
a gas saver 60mpg
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04-15-2008 | 05:11 PM
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RE: 105 Max touring speed
ORIGINAL: rocknrod
Thats my opinion, something doesnt smell right
ORIGINAL: jwm6
I have taken my RK up to around 108ish, what gear are you in when attempting this max speed run? I know when I shift into 6th my acceleration approaches 0, but in 5th its still has power to pull. Not sure, I don't really like these speeds so I don't stay there very long.
I have taken my RK up to around 108ish, what gear are you in when attempting this max speed run? I know when I shift into 6th my acceleration approaches 0, but in 5th its still has power to pull. Not sure, I don't really like these speeds so I don't stay there very long.
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04-15-2008 | 05:25 PM
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RE: 105 Max touring speed
Ok, not to point fingers, call anyone out or call anyone a liar..............BUT...
I had wrung the crap out of my 93 Sporty - 105 mph.
I have run the crap out of my Dyna -110 mph.
5th on the Dyna is what will get me to terminal velocity - 6th is just too tall for the availabe horsepower.
I have ridden many Harleys and ride with a mixed bunch
1. '88 1340 Evo Heritage - 105 mph
2. '2000 Softail Standard, 95" - 110 mph
3. 07 883 - 95 mph
4. '87 Sporty with 100,000miles on it (I have known this bike for 10 years) 105 mph (was never better with lower mileage either).
I don't think there is any funny business with HD for speed restrictions, but if your bike is stock or stage 1, do NOT expect more than about 110...
My .02 for what it's worth.
I had wrung the crap out of my 93 Sporty - 105 mph.
I have run the crap out of my Dyna -110 mph.
5th on the Dyna is what will get me to terminal velocity - 6th is just too tall for the availabe horsepower.
I have ridden many Harleys and ride with a mixed bunch
1. '88 1340 Evo Heritage - 105 mph
2. '2000 Softail Standard, 95" - 110 mph
3. 07 883 - 95 mph
4. '87 Sporty with 100,000miles on it (I have known this bike for 10 years) 105 mph (was never better with lower mileage either).
I don't think there is any funny business with HD for speed restrictions, but if your bike is stock or stage 1, do NOT expect more than about 110...
My .02 for what it's worth.
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04-15-2008 | 05:44 PM
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04-15-2008 | 08:19 PM
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