detuned
Detuned means that the motorcycle's power has been lowered on purpose. This is done to help new riders feel safer and not go too fast too soon.
Detuned refers to the process of reducing the power output of an engine or motor to make it safer or more manageable for the rider. This is often done to prevent accidents or to make the vehicle more user-friendly.
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"It has a detuned 304 cubic inch engine in it. Destroke from 360."
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"So it's basically the the GTS is ever so slightly detuned. [891.9s] The GT refs are high."
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"But he said, we even, we detuned that a lot. I mean, it could, they could put more torque more instantaneously on that right from zero."
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