What are your preferred shifting speeds? - Page 2

Vulcan Bill · 08-19-2015, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Loafer

I found the limiter at (indicated) 108 mph in 5th gear.

Had a few beers in ya, did ya! Mine topped out at 95 without hitting the limiter before adding the big 3. Now it will reach 105 but still doesn't hit the limiter. I've hit it several times in 1st gear.

Sin City Stan · 08-20-2015, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Loafer

I found the limiter at (indicated) 108 mph in 5th gear.

That doesn't seem to pencil out.

mick56 · 08-21-2015, 02:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Sin City Stan

That doesn't seem to pencil out.

If his bike is 6 speed it might

Navigator · 08-22-2015, 01:00 AM

What is the limiter? I didn't know the Nomads had one. On m 2007 Rocket 3 Classic Tourer, the limiter was set at 135 mph which I discovered while trying to break the sound barrier in Montana. When I downloaded the new custom tune, it opened the secondaries along with the deleting the speed limiter. Then things got a little scary.

It's not that I intend to go over 105 MPH on my Nomad but is there any way to lift that limiter?

mick56 · 08-22-2015, 02:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Navigator

What is the limiter? I didn't know the Nomads had one. On m 2007 Rocket 3 Classic Tourer, the limiter was set at 135 mph which I discovered while trying to break the sound barrier in Montana. When I downloaded the new custom tune, it opened the secondaries along with the deleting the speed limiter. Then things got a little scary.

It's not that I intend to go over 105 MPH on my Nomad but is there any way to lift that limiter?

As i understand it the limiter is a mechanical device that sit's on the camshaft,it operate's at a set rpm to keep the valve's open and prevent over revving the engine.Unless you are totally devoid of any mechanical sympathy,and abuse the shit out of your bike,you are never going to come across it,certainly not in top gear.

Vulcan Bill · 08-22-2015, 12:40 PM

What mick said. I've had my 1600 top out several times and have never hit the limiter. The motor just won't rev that high at top speed. On the other hand I've hit it many times in 1st gear. I think that's because they geared 1st so its easy to get rolling when packing a heavy load. The result is the engine hits high RPMs pretty quick.

Sin City Stan · 08-22-2015, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by mick56

If his bike is 6 speed it might

No, not unless the clutch is slipping. Pencil and paper give a range of approximately 132-141 on a five speed although you will never pull it. On a six speed I know you can be in 4th gear at 108 (GPS verified) and your not going to hit the limiter. Once past third gear the rev limiter is not an issue.

VulcanE · 08-22-2015, 01:06 PM

I've had my Nomad up to 115 mph (GPS verified)and it was still pulling strong, didn't look to see what the RPMs were, I was too busy hanging on. I was trying to catch up with the group that I had gotten separated from. When I saw how fast I was going, I eased off the throttle down to 90 until I had them in sight.

mick56 · 08-22-2015, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by VulcanE

I've had my Nomad up to 115 mph (GPS verified)and it was still pulling strong, didn't look to see what the RPMs were, I was too busy hanging on. I was trying to catch up with the group that I had gotten separated from. When I saw how fast I was going, I eased off the throttle down to 90 until I had them in sight.

Same as that with the 115mph,my engine still has more to give, but i could hold the throttle wide open all day long and still not go any faster,the wind resistence just wont allow it.

duffy · 08-22-2015, 02:41 PM

I don't know about the 1600's but my 1500's ECM stops counting at some rpm (5278 according to the book). That's what I think is the limiting factor on the motor. I could get that in 1-3 and maybe 4th but it sure won't happen in 5th. I tap out at about 97 mph true (GPS)

mick56 · 08-22-2015, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by duffy

I don't know about the 1600's but my 1500's ECM stops counting at some rpm (5278 according to the book). That's what I think is the limiting factor on the motor. I could get that in 1-3 and maybe 4th but it sure won't happen in 5th. I tap out at about 97 mph true (GPS)

When i hear that it make's me glad i ripped all the emision's crap off of mine. After fitting a K&N, rejetted the carb and using straight through pipe's,i dont get 40+mpg anymore,but i do get to to grin a fair bit.

Have you moved into the new house,and did you have a beer in that bar yet.

duffy · 08-22-2015, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by mick56

When i hear that it make's me glad i ripped all the emision's crap off of mine. After fitting a K&N, rejetted the carb and using straight through pipe's,i dont get 40+mpg anymore,but i do get to to grin a fair bit.

Have you moved into the new house,and did you have a beer in that bar yet.

Moved into the house but that bar doesn't seem to be in business any longer. I did find a nice one just down the street a bit though.

08-22-2015, 01:00 AM	#19
Navigator Advanced Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Banner, WA Posts: 644	What is the limiter? I didn't know the Nomads had one. On m 2007 Rocket 3 Classic Tourer, the limiter was set at 135 mph which I discovered while trying to break the sound barrier in Montana. When I downloaded the new custom tune, it opened the secondaries along with the deleting the speed limiter. Then things got a little scary. It's not that I intend to go over 105 MPH on my Nomad but is there any way to lift that limiter? __________________ Mike USN Retired 2007 Nomad
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08-22-2015, 12:40 PM	#21
Vulcan Bill Sr. Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Mesa Az Posts: 1,400	What mick said. I've had my 1600 top out several times and have never hit the limiter. The motor just won't rev that high at top speed. On the other hand I've hit it many times in 1st gear. I think that's because they geared 1st so its easy to get rolling when packing a heavy load. The result is the engine hits high RPMs pretty quick. __________________ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- '05 1600CL. Originator 18" Harley wheel mod, Dobeck TFI, True Duals, Mutazu hardbags, Flanders handlebars n' a bunch more. *Sometimes I miss the good ol' days but most times I'm just glad I survived them*
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08-22-2015, 01:06 PM	#23
VulcanE Sr. Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Cartersville, Georgia Posts: 4,838	I've had my Nomad up to 115 mph (GPS verified)and it was still pulling strong, didn't look to see what the RPMs were, I was too busy hanging on. I was trying to catch up with the group that I had gotten separated from. When I saw how fast I was going, I eased off the throttle down to 90 until I had them in sight. __________________ Cliff "VulcanE" Evans 2005 Blue & Silver 1600 Nomad VBA # 320 VROC # 20381
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08-22-2015, 02:41 PM	#25
duffy Sr. Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Hot Springs, SD and other warm and dry places Posts: 1,043	I don't know about the 1600's but my 1500's ECM stops counting at some rpm (5278 according to the book). That's what I think is the limiting factor on the motor. I could get that in 1-3 and maybe 4th but it sure won't happen in 5th. I tap out at about 97 mph true (GPS)
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