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[DICKW]

I'm picking up a new bike for my bride in the next few days.

There has been a wish list created and I added a 6 speed transmission to the list.

What are the thoughts?

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Chip

I would let Nancy make that decision after riding it for a while.

Happy Brides are the best Brides.

That is JMO, and has absolutely nothing to do with cost or performance.

Dick

[hogasm]

Chip

I would let Nancy make that decision after riding it for a while.

Happy Brides are the best Brides.

That is JMO, and has absolutely nothing to do with cost or performance.

Dick

Absolutely Dick......but if Chip isn't listening...

Reasons for Chip to install a 6 speed in Nancy's new bike
1 cost   well worth the money
2 fuel economy   it will make up the difference in the cost of the unit is under a month
3 reduced motor rpm's    as we all know, running a twin cam at 1800 rpm's saves the motor, reduces fuel burn and is just all around better for the bike

[DICKW]

Absolutely Dick......but if Chip isn't listening...

Reasons for Chip to install a 6 speed in Nancy's new bike
1 cost   well worth the money
2 fuel economy   it will make up the difference in the cost of the unit is under a month
3 reduced motor rpm's    as we all know, running a twin cam at 1800 rpm's saves the motor, reduces fuel burn and is just all around better for the bike

This is how I see it;

1. Never will it make up the cost in a month.
2. I doubt seriously that anyone rides these bikes at 1800 rpm, but I understand what your saying.
3. Is there a return for your money......Nope.... just the pleasure the current owner will have riding it.
4. If the bike in question needed a 6 speed it would have come with it.
5. If the bike in question doesn't have 6 speed, it's probably a better designed motor.(that one will get some criticism) and really isn't required.
6. Is the cost really worth it, I had the 06 Autumn Haze and contemplated this modification, in the long run.....well you see what I ended up with.  An 09 (6 speed) with a Motor that is less then the 06 motor (5 speed) as far as I am concerned.
Don't get me wrong I like what I have now, I just feel the 06 motor was stronger and of better design.

Once again these are my opinions and now based on cost, performance, and return.

[Hoist!]

Hmmm....You threw a question out there, and some people had questions for you in return, before they could provide you answers. But no further replies from you since. So I guess this is a dead issue now?!!!

Hoist!

[SBB]

Hmmm....You threw a question out there, and some people had questions for you in return, before they could provide you answers. But no further replies from you since. So I guess this is a dead issue now?!!!

Hoist!

Must be.
Thanks for your insight.

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[Wheelsnkeels]

I'm picking up a new bike for my bride in the next few days.

There has been a wish list created and I added a 6 speed transmission to the list.

It was on the list till I saw the price, OMG $2,800.00 for a complete or $2,100.00 for the gear set. (not including labor)

After seeing the price my vote is no.

Are there any discounts to be had or better alternatives that are less expensive (but as good or better) than the Screamin Eagle 6 speed transmission?

$2,100.00 or $2,800.00 will buy a lot of wear and tear on the motor and a lot of gas.

What are the thoughts?

SBB

The one word answer is YES YES YES

That said it depends what your spending a Dyna is a great bike height for most Gals and has come with a 6 speed since 06.

In 07 it also got the 96 CI

After buying a 2006 Heritage from a dealer in 07 and spending all my Highway miles wanting to grab another gear.

I found a small independent shop that sells Harley Eaglemark repo's and bought a 2007 Heritage in 08. I put 27,000 miles on each but the 06 was mostly local and the 07 went cross country. Paid 10,000 less for the 07 buying it repo'ed through Burke's Repo Outlet in North Webster, Indiana.

Eaglemark (Harley Finance) sells 1500 repo Harley's a month at the auctions.

Would never even consider a bike without one again. It comes off the line easier and 5th gear is taller so your comfortable with it to 70. Where the 5 speed felt like it needed to shift at 55.

[Puzzled]

Burke's Repo Outlet in North Webster, Indiana.

Do they have a web site to view inventory?

[mr_magoo]

Go with the 6 speed.

[Wheelsnkeels]

Do they have a web site to view inventory?

No they do not However you can pick almost any model you like and they will find it for you and can provide a list of upcoming bikes and pictures.

The owner is Darin Burke @ 574-457-6426

In essence you buy at the dealer auction, Your actual bid and add a flat fee that covers the auction fees and shipping to you plus a small commission to the dealership

[porthole]

Hey Chip

I have one, was it worth it - I don't know - but I wanted it so in the end I think so. Plus it will allow me to change my overall ratio over the winter, and when I do that I think I will enjoy it even more.

If Nancy thinks it is for her - go for it.

[jfh]

If you are considering a change from an existing 5-speed, might as well look at a Baker DD7 builders kit.

[porthole]

If you are considering a change from an existing 5-speed, might as well look at a Baker DD7 builders kit.

Chip was questioning making a 5 into a 6 speed. The DD7 is for existing 6 speeds.

The Baker DD7, Direct Drive 7-Speed is being developed as a direct replacement of the Cruise Drive Harley-Davidson factory 6-speed to improve it in many ways besides just adding another gear

[Wheelsnkeels]

If you are considering a change from an existing 5-speed, might as well look at a Baker DD7 builders kit.

 

I think he meant the DD6


http://www.bakerdrivetrain.com/dd6/

[porthole]

 

I think he meant the DD6


http://www.bakerdrivetrain.com/dd6/

He might have, but he posted a pic of the DD7

[Wheelsnkeels]

He might have, but he posted a pic of the DD7

Seems to be a case of "Didnt you hear what I meant" instead of what I said??