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07-27-2006, 06:11 PM
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Originally Posted by dethbrd
got bored at work, and decided to take a chance on hacking up my spare tailsection at the risk of looking stupid. what do you think?
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looks like im not the only one w/ a 51 who works in the roadshop ... |
07-27-2006, 06:38 PM
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2004 Not-so-stock...
 2004 Nicky signature edition, Sebimoto carbon bodywork, PVM forged alloys, Galfer rotors, Jardine 2-1 ti headers, Arata Ti can, Sato rearsets.
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07-27-2006, 06:42 PM
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04 Not-so-stock (again)
Wow, I suck at posting pics here... Here's an attachment instead until I figure this out...
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07-27-2006, 08:41 PM
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nice ride
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07-27-2006, 10:07 PM
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Christ, how many different people are going to post pics of that bike?
Did you just buy that bike?
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07-27-2006, 10:17 PM
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Christ, how many different people are going to post pics of that bike??
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Not sure, but I wish someone would take it out and flog it and get rid of those unsightly 1" chicken-strips........... 
It almost looks like LDH's old ride.........
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07-27-2006, 10:52 PM
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I had a deal with the last owner, "rightcoastsurfer" to buy the bodywork. He hasnt returned my phone calls in weeks.
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07-27-2006, 10:55 PM
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I had a deal with the last owner, "rightcoastsurfer" to buy the bodywork. He hasnt returned my phone calls in weeks.
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Painfully..............
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07-27-2006, 11:00 PM
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Just bought it a few weeks ago. Wow, sounds like its been around the block... As long as it doesn't have any bad history, that's ok I guess. Feels great so far. Only regret is I never rode a stock one so I don't have a baseline to compare to. Well, it sounds like rc51.org is a good place to visit as well so I'll check that out and maybe subscribe as well.
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07-28-2006, 01:07 AM
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Jae, first thing is drop the forks to the first lne. Go to the hardware store and get some washers and shim the rear shock. Ditch that exhaust on Ebay for something better. Its a Jardine 2-1 with a arata can if you didn't know.
This is some info about the bike when it was posted before. http://speedzilla.com/forums/showthr...ighlight=arata |
07-28-2006, 01:25 AM
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My '05 left-over (No '06's in Canada...) and still a work in progress... Probably will forever be.... Did all the cheap/free mods (PAIR, Flapper, Soft-rev), Sylvania Silverstar bulbs, Scott's damper, 42T Renthal rear sprocket, Speedohealer, Kyle link, Sato sliders and spools, Zero Gravity Double Bubble, 600RR rear hugger, Sato rear sets... More to come....
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07-28-2006, 02:06 AM
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The rear seams kind of high as is. I'm 6' 11". Did you back off the preload after the washer/shim install? As for the exhaust, what would I gain by swapping exhausts? I'm guessing the whole concept for the Jardine 2-1 was for better midrange/lighter weight? Just trying to quantify or justify an exhaust swap... Appreciate any further info from anyone.
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07-28-2006, 02:05 PM
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The 2-1 does the opposite. It reduces mid and adds top. For the RC the mid is the sweet spot. So taking that away really hurts. As for the rear the I would shim and reduce preload to make the ride more compliant. But if your 6-11 I would say testing is your only real choice because your a BIT out side the norm for rider size.
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07-28-2006, 03:39 PM
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Just got a new bike. Whatcha think? Was kinda pissed my sneaker protector didn't match my custom paint when this pic was taken.
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07-28-2006, 04:20 PM
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nice ridin gear!
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07-28-2006, 05:13 PM
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Just got a new bike. Whatcha think? Was kinda pissed my sneaker protector didn't match my custom paint when this pic was taken.
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are those the new ohlins? 
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07-28-2006, 05:21 PM
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I actually like it. It is what is.
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07-28-2006, 05:30 PM
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Originally Posted by EvilTwin-05
The 2-1 does the opposite. It reduces mid and adds top. For the RC the mid is the sweet spot. So taking that away really hurts. As for the rear the I would shim and reduce preload to make the ride more compliant. But if your 6-11 I would say testing is your only real choice because your a BIT out side the norm for rider size.
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Sorry, type-o, I meant to write 5'11". I hear you about the midrange. That is the true sweet spot for all twins. So is there a forum concensus on the "best" exhaust system (for performance)? |
07-28-2006, 06:02 PM
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07-28-2006, 08:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Jami6989
Just got a new bike. Whatcha think? Was kinda pissed my sneaker protector didn't match my custom paint when this pic was taken.
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Amazing. All the $$$ went into chroming, none left for any trick turn signals??
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