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xj adventure bike?

Discussion in 'XJ Modifications' started by maxman650, Mar 2, 2012.

  1. maxman650

    maxman650 New Member

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    Anybody tackle this? Anybody set one of these up with some 70/30 tires and better suspension? It seems like they would work pretty well the 550 are light enough and able to be re-geared with the chain drive.
     
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    The 550 makes most of its power and torque ABOVE 6K rpm.

    It also makes PEAK power at redline, 10K.

    Below 6K it's not exactly a "stump-puller." The power curve isn't really suited to low-rpm trail riding.

    This would be my take on why nobody's done it.
     
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