25-02-12, 11:56 AM
I've had mine at the 270kmh mark on the speedo Not even tickling the limiter. I don't know what this would be using GPS but expect to knock a few miles off. Aerodynamics does play a big part as does riders stature - size, weight and wind conditions. Those that are able to tuck in nicely will get better top end. Raised pegs will help as does Ivan's fitted by Master Mike. If you've got onepeice leathers or even better Kevlar- nice and light, all this helps. I was wearing one piece leathers at the time and the weather was right. Pipe was a Blue Flame.
I recently weighed all the regular bike gear that I'd usualy wear on my daily commute when adjusting the sag on my bike recently and was stagard to see how heavy it was. Not good for doing quick speeds. It's got pockets, flappy belt bits, not realy figure hugging. Chances are you're wearing day clothing under that - more weight. Now look at a nice set of leathers and an Arai on a summer day. The leathers probabley weigh about the same as the textile gear but you're only wearing top and pants under the leathers. The leathers will help you cut through the air better. As does a tow behind Kosmic
:lol
I recently weighed all the regular bike gear that I'd usualy wear on my daily commute when adjusting the sag on my bike recently and was stagard to see how heavy it was. Not good for doing quick speeds. It's got pockets, flappy belt bits, not realy figure hugging. Chances are you're wearing day clothing under that - more weight. Now look at a nice set of leathers and an Arai on a summer day. The leathers probabley weigh about the same as the textile gear but you're only wearing top and pants under the leathers. The leathers will help you cut through the air better. As does a tow behind Kosmic
:lol
Some say that he eats habanero chilli peppers dipped in oil of capsaicin for extra bite and that his pyjamas are made from Nomex. All we know is, he's called Ad the Bad