If you cant share why what your doing works then why did you start the thread? If you wont/cant tell why then so be it.
I figure with your ratio you get about 43mph in 1st gear @9999 rpm with 24" tires
Would you beleive im at the same mph with a 2nd gear start?
Im all about thinking outside the box and discussing why it may/may not work but all your saying is 'my 30+ plus years of experience' ' with other things' ' when setup right' 'it just works'
If you look back, i stated im going to try some of the gearing changes so im guessing your rant wasnt directed towards me. If so no skin off my back. Haha
With the gearing spread it makes me think your running a heavier flywheel to help pull the gear. Maybe we will never know...