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Originally Posted by kmkindred
Some have said they drive in 4th gear at even faster speeds and do it for long periods of time; this is okay for the engine?
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No, not for long periods of time.
One definition of "overdrive" is "to be used at highway speeds to allow the engine to turn slower".
Your observation that it feels like it is needed above 50 fits that definition pretty good, I think.
It is not a real overdrive but it functions pretty much like one.
And yes, the effect is more pronounced with a 16T front sprocket as you don't feel the need to use 5th in most city situations (below 40-45 mph).
How's that, WW ? :cool: