Are you sure that you don't have the overdrive ratio ? What RPM do you have at say, 80 mph in sixth ?[/quote]
I go about 4000rpm at 80mph.
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- Sat May 17, 2008 8:36 pm
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Can a non-overdrive tranny be upgraded to overdrive?
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- Sat May 17, 2008 1:01 am
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Can a non-overdrive tranny be upgraded to overdrive?
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Can a non-overdrive tranny be upgraded to overdrive?
I recently bought a 2004 R1150R (5800 miles on it) that aparantly has a non-overdrive transmision. My round-trip to work and back is about 50 miles, cruising mostly at 65-70mph. I want to get the most gas mileage, mechanical longevity, and comfort out of this bike that I can. I am a very conservativ...
- Tue May 13, 2008 10:19 pm
- Forum: R1150R (2001-2005)
- Topic: Gas Prices and Octane
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Re: Gas Prices and Octane
I am new to this site, and new to owning a BMW boxer. I just bought a 2004 R1150r with just under 6000k on it. Since I live in the northern front range of Colorado, it is good news to here that I can use mid-grade in my bike. Thanks for all the info! :p Is there a difference between the single spark...