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Old 17-05-14, 10:17 AM   #11
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Default Re: Slow Riding - Torque and/or Power @RPM explained

After reading this thread, I have a much better understanding how torque rpm and power correlate together. Thanks for your inputs.
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Old 17-05-14, 10:32 AM   #12
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Default Re: Slow Riding - Torque and/or Power @RPM explained

would big guy - small guy analogy also explain amount of engine braking?
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Old 17-05-14, 10:46 AM   #13
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Default Re: Slow Riding - Torque and/or Power @RPM explained

Yes, imagine running along and said big guy is behind you holding a rope attached to you holding you back as your running along, he will slow you down quicker than the small guy holding the rope.
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Old 20-05-14, 10:35 AM   #14
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Default Re: Slow Riding - Torque and/or Power @RPM explained

I love riding the SV on quick twisty A and B roads at 7000-10000 rpm, at that engine speed it feels very responsive and gives a good punch out of the corners.
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Old 22-05-14, 05:01 AM   #15
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I can't remember the last time I looked at the rpm clock, too busy looking where I'm going...

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