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Ohh, thanks for the information... That would explained why its kick in a range of RPM. I tried to get the RPM when it kick in but it seems fluctuated...

(03-14-2020, 09:43 PM)Guth_imp Wrote: [ -> ]
(03-14-2020, 09:40 PM)zirconxi_imp Wrote: [ -> ]Well, its a good thing my bike don't have a catalyst. But i think speed cut happen somewhere around 6k-7k rpm, isn't that consider acceptable low rpm for bike?

(03-13-2020, 11:22 AM)peterbaron_imp Wrote: [ -> ]It is OK to hit the limiter once in awhile, but revving your engine that high on a long term basis may cause wear and damage.

In general, a hard limiter cuts either the spark or more commonly the fuel.
If it cuts the spark only, the unburnt fuel (HC) enters catalytic convertor, slowly plugging it on a long run. HC is the prime killer of catalyst, like i.e. frequent misfire...
Cutting fuel is a better option for engine, catalyst and environment.

Biker

The limiter kicks in based on the speed that the motorcycle is traveling, not how many RPM's the engine is turning.
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