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Old 01-24-2005, 08:42 PM
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I has to tow a friends Eiger out of the woods today through about 6 inches of snow. I had to use low range most of the way 1/2 mile. I did not really have much problem. Just wondering though could I have done any damage towing that far in low range. Thanks Biney
 
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Old 01-24-2005, 09:20 PM
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No, thats what its made for, I drive in low range all the time!
 
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Old 01-30-2005, 03:12 PM
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Low range just makes the engine work less for the same amount of power. Its actually easier on all parts. the rev limiter keeps er from overrevving. I use low when towing and on some hill climbs, its easier on the belt.
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Old 01-30-2005, 05:05 PM
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The only thing getting hurt, is gas milege.
 
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Old 01-31-2005, 06:18 PM
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Hondabuster, whataya ride?? Yer pics look like the same places we go. Ya going to the spring jamboree at windrock???
 
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Old 02-01-2005, 02:49 PM
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Hey, Id like to. I mostly ride in MN and WI.
Is there a website for that windrock?
 
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Old 02-01-2005, 08:35 PM
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You'll have to do a search. I know a couple guys on this forum go down from Michigan pretty regularly. It's near Knoxville Tenn.

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Old 02-01-2005, 10:55 PM
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lol...I took the front rack off the ol' Eiger today...it looks sweet..but sadly it'll have to go back on....it's gotta go to work this weekend
 
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Old 02-01-2005, 11:04 PM
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Wis. and Minn. and In., surely you guys know the best accessory for the eiger is..................Heated hand grips!!
 
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Old 02-02-2005, 03:08 PM
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Yep, all my quads have thumb and hand warmers. Its a must have for winter riding.
 


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