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    #16
    Originally posted by Carter Turk View Post
    17/45 is what I ended up trying. Thanks Mysuzyg for the gearing suggestion.

    Wow! what a difference at 70+ and in the curves it feel pretty good too. Feels like more room is allowed in each gear, taller I guess.

    I wonder if mileage will increase?
    You're welcome...glad you like it. You might find yourself speeding, on the next couple rides, since we become accustomed to a certain auditory engine pitch whilst cruising, and that rpm is now yielding a higher speed. Yes, mileage will increase too.
    '82 GS1100E



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      #17
      I just got back from a 240 mile loop and the mileage bumped to 39.5 from 33. I was riding much more mellow than usual, which may have helped a bit. I found out on this longer ride, I need to be at higher rpms entering a corner, in order to get a strong drive out. The top end hit comes later now, but I like the compromise the gearing gives, especially in top gear.
      GS\'s since 1982: 55OMZ, 550ES, 750ET, (2) 1100ET\'s, 1100S, 1150ES. Current ride is an 83 Katana. Wifes bike is an 84 GS 1150ES

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        #18
        I guess I'm a little late to the party but here is a table to explain the discussion

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