you can on most, but it is harder on the transmission than downshifting as speed decreases.
If your 6-speed transmission won't stay in 5th or 6th gear when you accelerate, it could be due to a few issues. Common causes include a worn or damaged shift linkage, a malfunctioning transmission synchromesh, or low transmission fluid levels. Additionally, there might be internal transmission problems, such as worn gears or a failing clutch. It's advisable to have a professional mechanic diagnose the issue to prevent further damage.
Adding a 6th gear to a Kawasaki Vulcan 900 is not a straightforward modification and typically requires extensive mechanical work, including changes to the transmission system. Because the Vulcan 900 is designed with a specific gear ratio, retrofitting an additional gear would involve custom engineering and potentially significant costs. It’s often more practical to explore aftermarket solutions or consider a different model designed with a 6th gear. Always consult with a professional mechanic before attempting such modifications.
In an car with an automatic transmission, you should be fine not using the parking brake. In one with a manual transmission, leaving the car in gear should suffice, but it can be hard on the transmission to do so. If you are facing downhill, leave the car in reverse. Alternately, if you are facing uphill, leave the car in any one of the forward gears (1st through 3rd-6th depending on what you top gear is).
The shift pattern for a Dyna Wide Glide with a 6-speed transmission follows a standard H-pattern, where the shifts typically occur as follows: 1st gear is down (neutral is between 1st and 2nd), and then you shift up sequentially through 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and finally 6th gear. To downshift, you pull the lever down to shift to a lower gear. It's important to ensure the bike is in neutral when starting and to use the clutch for smooth shifting.
Factory is usually 3.54-1 (my '02 has these gears-very close to 2000 RPM @ 70 MPH in 6th w/manual transmission), but 4.10-1 is optional.
Your top gear or last gear you shift to. Depending on what make and model of your bike, either 4th or 5th on motocross bikes and for woods bikes it would be 5th or 6th.
To calculate speed at 13,000 RPM in 6th gear, you need to know the gear ratio and the tire diameter. For example, if a motorcycle has a gear ratio of 1:1 in 6th gear and a tire diameter of 24 inches, the speed can be estimated using the formula: Speed (in mph) = (RPM × Tire Circumference × 60) / Gear Ratio. Assuming a typical tire circumference of 75.4 inches, you would be traveling at approximately 130 mph. Adjustments can be made based on the actual gear ratios and tire size of the vehicle.
To get higher speeds, thesecond gear has a lower gear ratio as the first one, so youre speed raises with the same rpm. The same for the 3rd/4th/5th/6th gear.
a stock 85 on the street can easily hit 80 in 6th gear...
In 5th gear at 60mph is at 2028rpms, in top gear 6th, rpms drop to 1521rpms, base on standard 235/50r17 tires
The Kawasaki KLR650 typically follows a standard shift pattern for motorcycles, which is one down for first gear and neutral, and four up for the higher gears (2nd through 6th). This means you engage first gear by pressing the shift lever down, and then shift to higher gears by lifting the lever up. Neutral is found between first and second gear, and the bike is equipped with a 5-speed transmission. Always ensure to use the clutch properly during shifting for a smoother ride.