Interesting performance comparo between F3 and Indian

[Bob Denman]

Did you turn the bike around, and put it's nose into the wind for your second run?

[Xyzzy]

Did you turn the bike around, and put it's nose into the wind for your second run?

No, I was pretty tired from fighting the wind all day plus I knew that my speed run was "cheating". I bet it would have struggled to break 100 the other way!

[Xyzzy]

Since my last post I have replaced the gauge spoiler with a Route 129 windshield.

I expected the added frontal area of the windshield to lower my Spyder's top speed but now I can redline fifth gear (117 MPH) both with and against the wind, even when the headwind is strong. I can hit 123/124 MPH in sixth gear in still air or with a tailwind. I haven't gone any faster than 124 MPH but my Spyder pulls harder getting up to that speed. I have 8,500 miles now so maybe part of the improvement is due to the engine loosening up some.

YMMV

[Ronbo]

I agree.......with 850 lbs, the aero of a brick and only 115 hp I don't believe the laws of physics will allow any near 130 mph.

I bet your Z06 has no problem cruising at 130!

Ron

[petegtsv10]

I bet your Z06 has no problem cruising at 130!

Ron

The car is unbelievable.......0-60 in < 3 seconds and 0-130 in just over 10 seconds! Cruising near the speed limits I'll get almost 30 mpg. I've had over 100 cars and this is like no other (including Turbo 911)