Interesting motorcycles, not XS650

[Grimly]

here is what ChatGPT says on electric turbos:

Electric turbos are generally considered more efficient than traditional gas-driven turbos for several reasons:

1. Immediate Response: Electric turbos, powered by an electric motor rather than exhaust gases, can spool up almost instantly, eliminating turbo lag and providing faster power delivery. This responsiveness can improve overall efficiency since the engine doesn’t need to wait for optimal boost.
2. Independent Operation: Electric turbos can function independently of engine speed, meaning they can provide boost even at low RPMs, improving efficiency in a wider range of driving conditions. Traditional turbos need high exhaust gas flow, which typically only occurs at higher RPMs, limiting their efficiency at lower speeds.
3. Lower Emissions: Electric turbos help reduce the load on the engine, which can improve fuel economy and lower emissions. They can also run in conjunction with hybrid systems to recover and store energy, further enhancing efficiency.
4. Better Control: Electric turbos allow more precise control over the amount of boost, which helps the engine operate more efficiently by matching boost to demand rather than overboosting or underboosting.
5. Cooling: Gas-driven turbos rely on exhaust gases, which generate significant heat. Electric turbos run cooler, reducing the need for extensive cooling systems and making them more efficient.

However, electric turbos require a robust electrical system (often 48V or more), which is more commonly available in modern hybrid and fully electric vehicles but not in traditional gasoline-only cars.

Shat GPT.
Away an' bile yer heid.

 

[zrx1100]

Shat GPT.
Away an' bile yer heid.

Hi, Grimly, i had to use ChatGPT to understand what you meant

 

[Jan_P]

I've only got about 15 miles on it so far but it was a really good ride. I love the hard tail look with a soft tail ride! Harley did a good job on this one. I'm really surprised that it was only a 3 year run for the Rocker. Might have had something to do with the recession back then. This one only has 3,078 miles on it. I'm gonna go through and freshen it up over the winter and ride the wheels off of it come spring time!

Nice find -- may I suggest a slow upstart it has low mileage and a fair assumption is the most of that after purchase .
Then parked .. of various reasons health other rides to much wind. to big or to small wife applying pressure

Dont know about HD but other bikes can benefit getting oil and heat on seals .Mostly valve stem seals
" New " engine don't have much play either .. valve stems and Cylinders
If it was me I would look at the factory running in instructions and some I Know add extra Oil changes.
Proper warm ups before Open Up
Its good looking also and that motor have good reputation Congratulations

 

[ssjody]

Nice find -- may I suggest a slow upstart it has low mileage and a fair assumption is the most of that after purchase .
Then parked .. of various reasons health other rides to much wind. to big or to small wife applying pressure

Dont know about HD but other bikes can benefit getting oil and heat on seals .Mostly valve stem seals
" New " engine don't have much play either .. valve stems and Cylinders
If it was me I would look at the factory running in instructions and some I Know add extra Oil changes.
Proper warm ups before Open Up
Its good looking also and that motor have good reputation Congratulations

That sounds like solid advice. I'll do some digging and see what the break in procedure looked like. Thanks!

 

[zrx1100]

Now the Cycle World did a podcast on the Honda V3 concept. They talk quite a bit about the benefits of the electronic compressor, but not enough deep diving into power supply requirements and why the V3.

 

[ThatXS650Guy]

 

[jaybar6]

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That is a good looking bike and traditional. Is it called the "bolt" and is it still available, new?

 

[jaybar6]

That is a good looking bike and traditional. Is it called the "bolt" and is it still available, new?

I'll answer my own question. ha, ha, ha, looking on wiki, it is available to present. The belt drive has put me off, and the weight is 244.94kg (540 lbs) .
my "standard" retro is the kawa z900rs which is 215kg. How are twins today heavier then a four cylinder is baffling to me?!
i still like it though.

 

[46th Georgia]

I'll answer my own question. ha, ha, ha, looking on wiki, it is available to present. The belt drive has put me off, and the weight is 244.94kg (540 lbs) .
my "standard" retro is the kawa z900rs which is 215kg. How are twins today heavier then a four cylinder is baffling to me?!
i still like it though.

Don't let the belt drive dissuade you. My 2005 H-D Road King has over 75k miles on the original belt and shows no signs of wear or cracking.

 

[Jan_P]

Now the Cycle World did a podcast on the Honda V3 concept. They talk quite a bit about the benefits of the electronic compressor, but not enough deep diving into power supply requirements and why the V3.

Interesting did not watch the Whole video
One cylinder less and Voila swinging the magical wand simsalabim and now we have solved the Compressor problem.
But the idea might work but it comes down to the electronics ability to deliver predictability.
I am skeptical so far .. But evolution is happening

 

[RC4MAN]

The belt drive has put me off, and the weight is 244.94kg (540 lbs) .

HD has been using belt drive since the late 80's, my V-Rod has one, makes 105 RWHP and has 80k miles on the original. They're clean and quiet.
Most problems people have with them comes from over tightening them or getting a stone in between the belt and pulley.
They're not rubber bands and don't stretch. I marked my axle cam tensioner location when I first did a rear tire change, checked it then and every change since. It's still in the original setting.
Mine still has the original 1.375" wide belt, but because so many riders wanted to install wider rear tires in 2007 HD went to a higher tensile strength 1" wide belt to accommodate wider tires

 

[zrx1100]

HD has been using belt drive since the late 80's, my V-Rod has one, makes 105 RWHP and has 80k miles on the original. They're clean and quiet.
Most problems people have with them comes from over tightening them or getting a stone in between the belt and pulley.
They're not rubber bands and don't stretch. I marked my axle cam tensioner location when I first did a rear tire change, checked it then and every change since. It's still in the original setting.
Mine still has the original 1.375" wide belt, but because so many riders wanted to install wider rear tires in 2007 HD went to a higher tensile strength 1" wide belt to accommodate wider tires

i loved the belt on my Buell M2. Trully mainenance free. Set it and forget it. The only limitation is its width when one is trying to go above 100 hp, which is not an issue for most on this forum.

 

[jaybar6]

HD has been using belt drive since the late 80's, my V-Rod has one, makes 105 RWHP and has 80k miles on the original. They're clean and quiet.
Most problems people have with them comes from over tightening them or getting a stone in between the belt and pulley.
They're not rubber bands and don't stretch. I marked my axle cam tensioner location when I first did a rear tire change, checked it then and every change since. It's still in the original setting.
Mine still has the original 1.375" wide belt, but because so many riders wanted to install wider rear tires in 2007 HD went to a higher tensile strength 1" wide belt to accommodate wider tires

Thanks for that. i think you have changed my mind. I am so comfortable with the chain I question other technology.

 

[Raymond]

Have run a few Murrican bikes - H-D FXDX & FXR, three Buell X1s and a Victory Hammer. Not all at once, obviously. The 107 cu in Hammer benefitted from a stage 2 tune and I would describe the torque as phenomenal. Oh, the delights of rolling the throttle, that big phat tyre digs in and it feels like it's the World that moves.

Belt drive was one of the things I liked about them. Clean, no maintenance and never any trouble.

 

[gggGary]

https://www.facebook.com/reel/1808178976677780

 

[zrx1100]

Richard Pollock nails it again:

https://www.bikeexif.com/harley-spo...2e--XXUkM-PZ7GuE5w_aem_0Gv5197UI2B81nN80u8XFg

 

[Downeaster]

^^^Not a huge fan of the paint job, but everything else is perfect!

 

[Kevin Werner]

 

[Adamc]

 

[Adamc]

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