Also known as an “RPM Limiter”: A rev limiter reduces the power of an engine when a certain RPM is reached. As an engine safety device, a rev limiter is placed in the electronic circuitry to prevent the engine from over-revving. For example, if you have a motorcycle throttle wide open and miss a shift, the rapid increase in RPM’s could damage engine parts.
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I don’t understand why a 1400cc Kawasaki crotch rocket has no rev-limiter, but a 1600cc Nomad has one. The Nomad top speed with the limiter is 95 versus the crotch rocket that can go as fast as you want, over 170 mph. I’m sorta confused by this?