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Old 05-20-2014, 02:15 AM   #6 (permalink)
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higher rpms = faster pulse

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Originally Posted by cbaber View Post
it's well documented here on EM that lower RPM at a certain speed = better fuel economy. For highway cruising you will want the tallest gearing that will work in your application.
That is true for cruising, but the only difference with P&G is the pulse. Compared to a DX, my EX has higher rpm's, but also a faster pulse that results in a greater glide ratio.
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