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Old 07-04-2008, 09:53 PM   #31
Water Warrior 2
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Re: tachometer

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Originally Posted by trykemike
Hey guys now that you have the tach what cruising rpm sounds comfortable to you ?

I like 5000-5500 rpm. I have ran 20 km @ 6250-6500 without problems.

My top speed occurrs @ 8000rpm in 5th ( 80 mph ) 125-130 k/ph

Most days I can reach 7500 rpm in 5th 120 k/hr ( 75 mph ) max.

On longer rides 20 km + I just keep below 6000 rpm and the engine runs fine.
Interesting info. With all that has been said and done I would think the 250's have a sweet spot at about 6000 rpm in most cases. Thanks.



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