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Old 05-15-2011, 12:01 AM   #12 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by skyl4rk View Post
A commuter on a bicycle slogging along at 10mph will benefit from aeromods.

Even at slower speeds, a headwind can cause aeromods to make a big difference.
I took a small sailboat out a couple of times- it doesn't take much wind to move a boat. Most of my water time is in a canoe or kayak, but either way I've got a healthy respect for the amount of force that a slight breeze has. Basically if sticking your hand out the window makes you feel pressure, you've got to think about multiplying that rearward force by your frontal area.
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Transmission type Efficiency
Manual neutral engine off.100% @MPG <----- Fun Fact.
Manual 1:1 gear ratio .......98%
CVT belt ............................88%
Automatic .........................86%

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