Multi-Speed setups, lemme ax you something

[augidog]

assuming we already understand both the mechanical and emotional reasoning.

i think i asked the question wrong...i have seen multi-speed shift-kits & hubs (successfully) used either for or more speed or more hauling.

i'm merely interested, no need for debates or criticism.

using 30mph as a benchmark, is your multi-speed MB designed for speed or hauling. only 2 choices no "mix"...just the main reason. i can't edit my poll, so "efficiency" means "hauling power"...thanks.

 

[augidog]

yes, it's cool to vote w/o a post, just click & scoot, and noone can see who or how.

 

[wileydavis@gmail.com]

I voted for efficiency (hauling) but really it's about hill climbing for me. And speed. Gears give me both.

 

[Alaskavan]

Apparently I'm in a very small minority. With 33 miles to go at the end of a long day of work, speed trumps efficiency. Besides, it's way more efficient than a car anyhow.

 

[5-7HEAVEN]

I agree with all. Efficiency promotes a bit more speed, if wanted.

I have power in a narrow rpm range. On a steep hill, speed drops by 20mph or more with a single-gear engine drive. With the shift kit, speed might drop a few mph, but I'm in the engine's power range.