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2011 rt m5
I've been riding this about 5000 miles. Trying to keep my RPM above 4000 rpm on shifts. Ride at 4000 and above. I do this because of something I read here last year. The bike runs just great, no complaints.
So is this idea about the twin engine being happy at higher rpm written down anyplace? I did't see it in my owners manual. Is there a factory spec in writing?
Just asking. No problems.
Thanks,
daz
Ride safe!
2018 Spyder RT Limited
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Thank you Akspyderman. Actually I do live above that 4000 rpm mark that I mentioned. And I do not mind running rpm up to near red line every so often. I like the sound of the twin when it's up there.
Just wanted to know if 'the company' put that in black and white. Since I do not recall seeing it.
Ride safe!
2018 Spyder RT Limited
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after a very brief test ride on a 998 ST, I can tell you the "happy spot" is written on the seat of your pants.
Flatlander, Navy Veteran, Widower
Loved my 2014 RTS SE6 Pearl white
but have a new love now,
my 2017 RTS SE6 Champagne metallic (Champ)
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High RPM happy....
It is a high RPM engine and is most happy there. Now most of what you will see is that the Se5 (semi-automatic) clutch does not fully engage if you are under 3,400rpm's so they recommend 4,000. Some have messed up their clutch by ryding like a Harley or other low rpm engines and some have sold the spyder because they did not like being at the best rpms for these engines. The triple 1330 (came out in 2014) is a lower rpm engine and has a 6th gear which has made many happy but I love the twin 998 and ryde between 6-8,000 rpms most of the time....
Gene and Ilana De Laney
Mt. Helix, California
2012 RS sm5
2012 RS sm5 , 998cc V-Twin 106hp DIY brake and park brake Classic Black
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