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I talked with the mechanic last night about some modifications but would like input on some items.
(This is an approx. 19k mileage '99 Ducati 996 track-only bike, because sportbike riding on the streets is boring; it has Ohlins rear, 520 chain, 52mm full Arrow, CF airbox, slipper clutch, CF bodywork, rearsets). I want more braking, and need it too. I want more power. I want better handling, mostly quicker steering.
Options:
Ohlins superbike forks - @$3000
Brembo GP calipers and carrier - $800
Top end engine work (DC hicomp pistons, cams, crank) - $1200
17" gold Marchesini - $1700
clutch work (needed) - $300
new slicks - $400 for race
new subframe/with AB - $? will swap some parts for this.
I don't want to spend all that money!
I'm thinking engine work, brakes, and I need new cpm clutch plates. Numerous starts do hose the plates. New or used Marchesini five spoke (most likely) within the month. Race is Feb. 26-27.
I've switched to light beer as of yesterday.
Anyhow, comments and ideas from racers would be appreciated. For instance, I thought a larger radiator would be necessary due to cooling requirements of additional HP. Mech said no, not the case; he'd be happy to install one, but he said he's never had overheating problems. Now, he's got some awesome bikes in his shop, including numerous WSBK spec'd machines (Hodgson's '01, parts from Xaus' bikes, $80k custom race 998s, etc.) and they all have the larger radiators. I trust my mechanic. But I'd like more input on worthwhile mods, worthless mods. Is a new subframe worth it? How about a full 54mm exhaust? I'll buy used. I'm not into bling, or new parts smell. As long as it's in excellent condition.
Personally, I think the best mod for me right now would be brakes and wheels. I think if I can improve my riding, the 996 has excellent power, and I'll just not race against the R1s and GSXR1000s. I realize an Ohlins front end would be excellent, but that's $3k!!! And I can't afford the $15k SB forks, I'd get the lesser ones! I'll stick with alum triples, as well.
Well, shit, just thinking about these mods worries my banker.
(This is an approx. 19k mileage '99 Ducati 996 track-only bike, because sportbike riding on the streets is boring; it has Ohlins rear, 520 chain, 52mm full Arrow, CF airbox, slipper clutch, CF bodywork, rearsets). I want more braking, and need it too. I want more power. I want better handling, mostly quicker steering.
Options:
Ohlins superbike forks - @$3000
Brembo GP calipers and carrier - $800
Top end engine work (DC hicomp pistons, cams, crank) - $1200
17" gold Marchesini - $1700
clutch work (needed) - $300
new slicks - $400 for race
new subframe/with AB - $? will swap some parts for this.
I don't want to spend all that money!
I'm thinking engine work, brakes, and I need new cpm clutch plates. Numerous starts do hose the plates. New or used Marchesini five spoke (most likely) within the month. Race is Feb. 26-27.
I've switched to light beer as of yesterday.
Anyhow, comments and ideas from racers would be appreciated. For instance, I thought a larger radiator would be necessary due to cooling requirements of additional HP. Mech said no, not the case; he'd be happy to install one, but he said he's never had overheating problems. Now, he's got some awesome bikes in his shop, including numerous WSBK spec'd machines (Hodgson's '01, parts from Xaus' bikes, $80k custom race 998s, etc.) and they all have the larger radiators. I trust my mechanic. But I'd like more input on worthwhile mods, worthless mods. Is a new subframe worth it? How about a full 54mm exhaust? I'll buy used. I'm not into bling, or new parts smell. As long as it's in excellent condition.
Personally, I think the best mod for me right now would be brakes and wheels. I think if I can improve my riding, the 996 has excellent power, and I'll just not race against the R1s and GSXR1000s. I realize an Ohlins front end would be excellent, but that's $3k!!! And I can't afford the $15k SB forks, I'd get the lesser ones! I'll stick with alum triples, as well.
Well, shit, just thinking about these mods worries my banker.