justin_o_guy2 wrote on 07/03/12 at 23:37:35:... it would seem to me shift points would have to be at a higher speed ( naturally) but, with the gearing being against the engine more now, higher, not just enough to get the same RPM at shift points, but Id think a couple hundred RPM over the calculated "new" shift point to get the same RPM as we have at the recommended shift points.
Stock gearing ,, first gear is a little fast in the parking lot sometimes,
What %age change did that other one give ya Row?
If you are a cruiser, I think it might not be objectionable...
... but, I like the twisties... and having the option of choosing a torque gear or an easy gear at any speed... in any corner...
The closer ratio is better for that...
With the bigger pulley,... shifts felt more necessary, and less an option...
I'm much quicker with the stock ratio, than the wider one..
Since I don't like riding for long over 65mph anyway... it's just not worth the trade...
I've always geared bikes up a couple of cogs in the past,.. but, they were mostly dirt oriented and had short ratio's...
For me, bike just don't need it... it needs a taller 5th... that's all...
A personal preference for my riding style...
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I hate the interstate, even in a car... boring...