Quote: Whats the chance of shelving the 5 speed idea and switching right to making it a 6 speed? hmmmmmmm.........
whats the gain?
More costly to built and buy.
Hey 6 is better that 5, right?
Seriously, I'm sure there is some little amount of fuel economy to be gained from an extra gear, but I don't see that justifing the extra cost and possibly/probably tighter fitment.