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Old 04-02-2012, 05:39 AM   #36 (permalink)
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It seems to be about matching the engine rpm to load, ie if you are going at slow speed on the flat and can accelerate slowly, then nstay in a higher gear, but if you are going into an uphill run, no point in staying in high gear open throttle, because the engine is not going fast enough to consume what you are giving it, better to change down and let the engine rev up and breath properly.
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