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clarksib9

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Cruising speed
« on: June 14, 2011, 01:59:49 AM »
Just wondering what indicated speed you all are comfortable with.  Last weekend i found myself on a 55mph stretch and it seemed to handle it fine with an indicated 58-59 without pinning the throttle to the stop.  Just worried about pushing the engine too long.  How fast do you feel it can safely cruise at for an hour or so?
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Red Horn

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Re: Cruising speed
« Reply #1 on: June 15, 2011, 05:21:38 PM »
About 500 miles on mine and I try to avoid WOT at all costs. Usually backing off just a smidgen only reduces speed a MPH or two. Have not done any long trips, but when I do will probably design route that varies speed zones. For an hour or so at 55 constant continuous would not feel comfortable. With intermittent stops no problem IMO. My next oil change at 900-1,000 the switch to Amsoil Synthetic Scooter Oil will elevate my comfort level.
« Last Edit: June 19, 2011, 07:38:21 PM by Red Horn »
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marioG

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Re: Cruising speed
« Reply #2 on: June 16, 2011, 04:40:38 AM »
as fast it can go...
its air cooled machine, if not tuned....cant overheat....
faster You can go...cooling is better...
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HueJass

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Re: Cruising speed
« Reply #3 on: June 17, 2011, 06:37:17 PM »
Should be good with wide open thottle at indicated 60.  I have to let off a little at 60.  I run the NCY transmission kit.  It kicks ass!  

Change your oil often, and use a magnetic oil drain plug, you should be good.

Indicated is not what the speed is.  I GPS'd the speed.  60mph = 54-55, 50 = 46-47,   My 63 mph run in a tuck stated 68 on the speedo.
« Last Edit: June 17, 2011, 06:39:48 PM by HueJass »
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gtoscott1970

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Re: Cruising speed
« Reply #4 on: September 03, 2012, 03:28:59 AM »
I've been commuting to work this summer on my two Agility 125's (I borrow my Wifes to put miles on it) - pretty much WOT on a hilly, but straight country highway for 20 minutes at a time - so far no problems.
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