optimum RPM range for a CT1600 engine on the highway?

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optimum RPM range for a CT1600 engine on the highway?

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Wondering what is the recommended cruising RPM and or speed for a CT1600 engine on highway?

 
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Re: optimum RPM range for a CT1600 engine on the highway?

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I would say around 3-3500 RPM (~90-100 kmph depending the gearbox ratio)
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Re: optimum RPM range for a CT1600 engine on the highway?

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Thanks. I was worried about running at that high of Rpm for a few hours at a time. my ring and pinon is a 5.43.
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