New found top speed.

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New found top speed.

Post by wikked_spree57 »

Don't ask how this happened but... I was riding home from work last night and for some reason my engine just wound up HARD and my SPEEDO said 35, but I've determined it's about 4MPH off because of the oversize tires.

So that makes 39. I have done no mods yet. Looking into getting the pulley, was gonna do so this week but I want to get the pulley and gears at the same time.
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Post by burnt_toast »

I mean, stock elite does 35mph and you got it swapped on a lighter frame, sounds like should be capable of 40mph just with that :)
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Post by wikked_spree57 »

I don't really know. It's been running good since I've got all the bugs worked out. It just sputters and smokes REALLY bad when I start it cold. I think I have a faulty oil pump since it keeps leaving spots on the ground.
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