Originally Posted by
frank3
First, and most important, the engine in the Rt is nothing like your VTX. The RT engine is a large bore, small stroke engine that LOVES high RPM. It's not a low RPM torque monster like most V-Twins. You need to keep the RPM much higher (above 4,000). I usually try to keep the RPM at around 5,000 while cruising, regardless of speed. I find myself running in 4th gear at 60 MPH and the RT runs great. You'll see a big difference. You'll notice that at 70 MPH, it runs a little over 5,000 RPM and that's where the engine loves to run.
As far as the cornering, It's VERY different from a 2 wheel machine. Jack the front shocks up to the firmest setting and inflate the front tires to 17 PSI. Takes a while to learn to corner but I'm sure you'll get used to it as many of us have. After about 1 or 2 thousand miles, you'll find your self loving it. I don't have any problem keeping up with my ridding buddies who both have 1200 RS BMWs. Relax your grip and go, it won't tip over.