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Old 05-19-2005, 10:32 PM
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Default Pictures of tricked out SuperHawks?

Hey fellas,
I ride an RC51, saw a new SuperHawk at a local dealership and was thinking of one for another track day bike. I would rather the SuperHawk than the Suzuki SV1000.
Can some of you guys post some pics of bikes that are modified for track use? Interested in seeing some of the mods and how the bike looks in track form.

thanks
Ken
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Old 05-21-2005, 05:48 AM
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put the RC on the track and ride the superhawk on the street. The stock suspension and geometery arent suited for the track.
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Old 05-21-2005, 04:20 PM
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But they could be made to be suited for the track.
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Old 05-23-2005, 03:09 AM
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My VTR is stock save for the d208's and a steering damper.
See... http://www.sportrider.com/bike....html there are two very serious VTR's there.
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Old 05-23-2005, 03:12 AM
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Default Re: trick VTR's (Steve365)

Sorry
http://www.sportrider.com/bike....html
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Old 05-23-2005, 04:13 PM
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It's true the VTR takes some work to make it really track-worthy. But for a street/trackday bike for a non-racer, I can't think of a bike I'd rather have. It is lighter, with better midrange power than the RC51. The limitation of my bike, in its current configuration is probably about 12 seconds per lap faster than I go now. I consider myself a strong "B-group" rider. I run 2:14s at Thunderhill. Bob Hayashida was turning 2:04s with a mostly stock bike (stock engine, with suspension mods). After the development work I've done, my bike is fast enough to piss off several people who used to be faster than me . I think Bob was closer to 2:00 with his full-race VTR. He went 1:58.5 or so with his full-race, very highly developed RC51. He keeps talking me out of getting an RC51, because the VTR is so much better as a streetbike.
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Old 05-24-2005, 04:52 PM
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I haven't tried to insert images yet. Let's see if it works.






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Old 05-24-2005, 05:12 PM
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It's more fun to ride than I remembered!!!
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Old 05-24-2005, 05:35 PM
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Now I think that is a good looking VTR! I happy that its summer so I can make mine pretty !
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Old 05-25-2005, 03:50 AM
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rc996,
Is that an RC51 frontend on there?
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Old 05-25-2005, 02:56 PM
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Yep, looks like forks and brakes from a `00 RC51.
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Old 05-25-2005, 04:43 PM
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Yes, RC51 front end.
Engine is a full Stage 1 build, with pistons, cams, OS valves, ported and decked heads, lightened flywheel and HRC ignition.
In track form, I have a Sharkskinz upper and Multitech(?) lower. Still in paint.
It took me about three years for the full development (cost constraints).
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Old 05-25-2005, 06:17 PM
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Default Re: Pictures of tricked out SuperHawks? (rc996)

rc996 who makes that exhaust?
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Old 05-25-2005, 07:06 PM
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Very nice looking bike, reminds me of going to see the super twins races at Road Atlanta when they raced SuperHawks and TL-S Suzuki's. Nice work, just what I was looking to see.
thanks or posting
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Old 05-25-2005, 09:03 PM
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<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Steve365 &raquo;</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">rc996 who makes that exhaust?</TD></TR></TABLE>

It is a Moriwaki Zero Racing Stage 1 full Ti system.
Expensive, hard to get, but worth it. Beautiful craftsmanship and an awesome sound!
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Old 05-28-2005, 12:12 AM
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I just got confirmation for Thunderhill Raceway in beautiful Willows, CA for a day of go-fast fun, next Friday!

Anybody else going? It's a PTT day.
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Old 05-30-2005, 04:00 PM
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Default Re: Pictures of tricked out SuperHawks? (rc996)

Can I make a suggestion?

Throw a 900RR (Five spoke) wheel on there. Bolts up and will match your front.

If you watch ebay this can be a plus $$ or for sure a break even mod. I got a 900RR wheel for $51...

Jay
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Old 06-02-2005, 10:53 PM
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Default Re: Pictures of tricked out SuperHawks? (jaymoto)

That's a good suggestion and I'm sure it would look great. But to be honest I am friggin' sick of working on it and the weather is finally great. I'm going to ride it as is, at least for a while...
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Old 12-24-2005, 02:00 AM
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But they could be made to be suited for the track.

How would you change the Superhawk to make it track ready??
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