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Gear alteration, can ya make it go faster???

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by bigeasyrider, Mar 7, 2009.

  1. bigeasyrider

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    While IM repairing the starter chain guide I was wondering if anyone knows if you can change the gearing to get more out of this bike. On the highway I like to cruise at 70-80 mph and it is a starin on the motor, unlike chain driven bikes you can change spokets, does anyone know if there is a gear replacement for 5th gear to make it an overdrive , doesnt look like you can add a 6th gear, maybe ya can???? I dont know
     
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    bigfitz52 Well-Known Member Premium Member

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    It's not a strain on the motor; I cruise at 70-80 all the time with my 550s. You just aren't used to having a motor pulling those revs at highway speeds. It's ok with it, honest.
     
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    Thanks I guess IM always looking for another gear and more speed lol
     
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    I'm still looking for another gear half the time as well LOL. But There's still lots of Get up and Move out the FREAK"N way when it's up there =)
     
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    Even the 550 has plenty of "roll-on" power on the freeway without gearing down. That's because it's running right in the "fat" part of the powerband.
     
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