I get similar temps with my XL's 5.9. Around 270-280. Runs really strong and still has a nice smoke trail so I'm thinking this is just a good temp for these motors.
Well you could dip them in paint... or maybe some of that plasti-dip type stuff? A plastic or rubberized coating would probably last much longer than paint.
Exactly. For the little bit more money for the XL you get the 3-speed, bigger motor, bigger truck, etc! I'm really happy with my XL. Though as mentioned above, the standard sized Savages seem to handle better (stock for stock).
I found the specs, I figured I'd post them here in case anyone else is interested.
HPI SF-5
Torque: 8.9kg/cm @ 6.0v
Speed: .20 sec/60 degree @ 6.0v
Hitec HS-5625MG
Torque: 9.4kg/cm @ 6.0v
Speed: .14 sec/60 degree @ 6.0v
So it looks like the 5625 is a decent upgrade, slightly more...
OK actually I just noticed the specs for the HS-5625MG are actually 7.9 kg/cm at 4.8v and 9.4 kg/cm at 6v. I'm guessing HPI is quoting the spec for the SF-5 at 6v, right?
I have an extra Hitec HS-5625MG servo laying around and I was thinking of swapping it out for the stock SF-5 steering servo in my Savage XL... but I'm not sure how much of an upgrade that really is. HPI's website lists the SF-5 being 9kg/cm torque but no specs on speed. The HS-5625MG is listed...
There's no monthly fee to be a seller or anything, but when you post an item for sale there will be a listing fee which is based on the starting bid and options (reserve, bold, etc). Then there is also a final value fee based on a percentage of the final price once the auction ends.
I've never been to the gap, but I'd like to make it out there some day. I hear that it's getting a bit overcrowded and a lot of police presence, but I'm sure it'd still be worth the trip.
Yeah I use my Shoei helmet for trackdays that way if I crash it's not $600 down the drain for a new Arai. Plus the Arai buffets around a lot at high speed so the Shoei is actually more comfortable at track speeds.
I've ridden my buddy's K6 Gix 1000 and it's a BEAST! Nice bike!
Exactly. It takes me about an hour to get it ready for the track... that's to swap the bodywork swap the tires to slicks, change the oil, and check over the bike. :cool: