Ok, I'm more than likely picking up a 99 Sv soon. It has a Hyperpro rear shock, not sure on the forks as of now but I believe they have been done pretty close to my weight (or what I hope to be down to) ;)
What else do you guys recomend doing and what kind? I've seen advice scatterd thru other posts but would like to see a good listing, from top to bottom. Also what kind of engine work would you suggest or suggest not? :-/
Leave the engine alone. Rock Solid in Stock form.
Other than that, does it have gauges? If not, I can help.
If so, I would just do rearsets and clip-ons if not already done. Make sure the mixture is about right, or rejet if need be. (Woodcraft all the way on RS and CO)
Other than that, if you've got bodywork on it (I love the sharkskinz, BTW) then you're set. The SV doesn't need much.
Oh, wait, one more thing: FRAME SLIDERS.
And I love the ones at www.motosliders.com ;) :D
Nate, thanks, I've heard that it is best to leave the engine alone also, frame sliders...check your E-mail boy! :o
Umm, I dont see an email from you? Which Addy? Motosliders or ninja250nate?
er, do you mean the older email with your addy and stuff for that video?
(Which BTW, I just got my other VCR back, so I can have 2 again, so I can make your copy tonight or tomorrow)
Ninja250, I sent it awhile back actually. Just asking if you had ever gotten around to making sliders for the MZ? Also about a video you were going to record :o ;)
Nate, what are you using for a tach? I bought an sv that still had the stock clip ons and gauges. I don't see any way to make the stock gauges fit using aftermarket clip ons and sharkskinz.
Thanks
Oh yes, I'm using a gp tech fairing stay if that makes a difference.
I used a tach from an 87 Katana 750, I believe. Refaced it by removing the face, scanning it in, and recoloring the redline. Printed it out on sticker paper, cut and mounted it. Then, I set the needle so that it was at 10.5K when the rev limiter kicked in, and put it all back together. Cost me $125 from a salvage place, and easy, 3 wire connection.
(https://www.ccsforum.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.motosliders.com%2FDash1.jpg&hash=6c16db1aa31d7d00e752ef1208921033dc0ac93b)
MJ: Read my edit about that video. :-D I'll let you know when it goes out.
QuoteOh yes, I'm using a gp tech fairing stay if that makes a difference.
I'll jump in here, Pudge. Stock gauges won't fit on a race fairing stay. You need to make your own little dash panel. You can use '95 RF900, or early '90s GSXR1100 tachs. The latter are easier to find on Ebay if you're patient. Mount it in rubber to dampen vibration.
E-mail when you want helpful wiring instructions that I got off the web with good results.
Thanks guys, I'll have to look into those. It's definitely cheaper than the spa and daytona tachs I was looking at. dylanfan53, I'll email you for the wiring if I go that route. Probably will since it will save me alot of money.
Thanks
Hey Pudge you stealin' my thread? >:( J/K ;D
Naa, I hadn't even thought of using a tach, I haven't used one before :o I jsut kinda went by "sound" on my MZ... ;D ;)
I did too, at first. Found I was a bit faster with the tach. But, that's me. :)
You dont need a tach on and SV. :D I dont think I have ever even looked at mine during a race. The only thing I have used it for is to set the idle speed. ;D
So sharkskins vs. hotbodies? Sharkskins has contingincy right but arent they more expensive? Mix n matchable?
Also, what if anything can you do to the airbox and still run all classes? What can't you do that will limit classes?
QuoteHey Pudge you stealin' my thread? >:( J/K ;D
Naa, I hadn't even thought of using a tach, I haven't used one before :o I jsut kinda went by "sound" on my MZ... ;D ;)
Sorry for the threadjack. :o ;D
I need the tach. I'm still getting used to a v twin.
QuoteSo sharkskins vs. hotbodies? Sharkskins has contingincy right but arent they more expensive? Mix n matchable?
Also, what if anything can you do to the airbox and still run all classes? What can't you do that will limit classes?
ok, back to you then Jordan...
1. I've got Sharkskinz and love 'em. Good quality and hold up as well as anything when you know what happens. I think they have some sort of contingency money but I listed them as sponsor and stickered the bike for tech, etc. and despite several first place finishes as an amateur last year and usually in the top five I never saw anything from them. They must not have anything for am classes.
2. Check the rules on airbox. You can't do anything to the airbox or change carbs and still run supersport class. The filter can be changed but had to be the same opening as stock. (BMC has two, maybe three sizes).
Most important is suspension. Traxxion will do front end for $400 for your weight. I know it's a lot, but worth every penny if you have it. If you do it yourself, get the right springs, emulators, fork oil weight and level and sag.
Everything else can be seen in the various ads posted in classifieds showing what others have done.
Final tip: go to BRGracing.com and order a 1/5 turn throttle adapter so you don't have to wring the throttle around so much.
http://www.brgracing.com/fithturnthrotle.html
Very useful little thing. You'll have to get a pipe cutter to modify the throttle cable sheath but it's easy to do. I have no vested interest, just a happy customer.
HTH!
QuoteI need the tach....
Me too. Let's not tell anyone.
8)
A used one will only be about $40 - $50 on Ebay. If you wrap it with bicycle inner tube rubber and mount it in a double thick aluminum sheet you'll have a very useable tach and a panel you can stick a lap timer or temp gauge on.
Ooh, I just had an idea. I can take one of my wife's cookie sheets for my next dash! Woo Hoo! ;D
MJ. if you're talking about Andy's bike...I think it has Hyperpro springs in the front too. Best case, Andy had 4&6 do the internals too. But, if he didn't call them and talk with Jim or Shawn. Probably have some kind of deal for you being one of my students.
After you ride the SV, you'll want to sell the MZ, but isn't that Andy's too?
;) Dave you are correct, the Sv is Andy's and the MZ I ride was at one time also. What is it with me getting his hand me down's?? ;D
I plan on probably keeping the MZ for the new Ultra LightWeight Superbike class.
Yea, I think more than likely 4&6 has done the forks also.
Man I can't wait to start!!!!!!!
I'd like to wait, but I've got 51 days before I leave for Daytona. Lots to do, lots to do! I'd like a longer off season after all these years.
QuoteI'd like to wait, but I've got 51 days before I leave for Daytona. Lots to do, lots to do! I'd like a longer off season after all these years.
:-/ Yea, the only reason I would like to wait would be to get some more $$$$ before the season starts.
I have some info that may help you with your funding for your Childhood Cancer riding if your intrested. My Step. Mother has done the Avon Breast Walks accross the states and has a ton of contacts that may help.
I'm all ears...or e-mail...
visiosnsprt@netwurx.net