Member Contributer Polarbear Posted March 25, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted March 25, 2012 Ok, it's Saturday night, the wife is in bed after caring for all three kids all day (one being a newborn) and I'm bored--nothing on tv. (yes, fire away with all the jokes...) So, I thought I would start this thread. Just wondering what mods you have in store for this year. As for me, I've got a few. I've been riding a few thousand km every year for the three or four year Ive owned my '03 and I now have a pretty good idea of what I need and want to make the ride better. I already have a few mods on this bike (helibars, vfrness, pcIII + O2 sensors, cramp buster thingy, Pazzo look-alike levers) but thought I could add more. In the last two years, I've been gathering some bits and pieces to install on it --haven't got time to install them yet: -speed bleeders (+abs pieces) -GSXR mirrors with integrated lights -new pazzo look-alike levers -don't ask... -Lascar voltmeter -steering head kit (wiremybike.com) -new Sargent seat!! Yay! With any luck, I'll be installing these parts this spring and enjoying them this summer. I hope you're all as excited as me to ride this summer!! Safe rising everyone!! C Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer realistdreamer Posted March 25, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted March 25, 2012 Just got the bike and probably should have ridden awhile before going nuts on mods. One of those mods was a Signal Dynamics Voltage Monitor (not meter). Unfortunately or fortunately, it clued me in to charging system issues that I hadn't noticed. Other than that monitor, I've completed the following so far this spring: Headlight modulator (SDC) brake light modulator (SDC wig wag) Fenderectomy Reflective Rim Wraps - (I like silver against the yellow and it matches the reflective piping on my gear) VFRNess with accessory fuse box Symtec heated grips (finding they only work if your hands are on the grips which is not so good for those who rest their hands on the levers all day) Mirror Extenders (I don't miss seeing my elbows all the time) 12v accessory outlet (waterproof from West Marine). Installed because I was already going to have all the wiring open and figured why not) Stebel horn - much easier than I thought once you figure out where it will go. It's LOUD! eBay pazzo-like levers Flush-mount cowl bolts. This "mod" was instigated when the OEM bolts were stolen - that's another thread Tankslapper clear tank protection. According to my wife, I'm DONE!! - for this season anyway. My play money fund is nearly depleted. Unfortunately, the charging system woes necessitate the following in the next two weeks. New stator and R/R from Rick's through wiremybike.com Adding the additional wiring/grounding indicated in the pinned thread under Electrical I'll probably also add some blindspot mirrors, finish the tankslapper kit install, and label my spaghetti wiring job. I might also need a new chain before the season is over, but with less than 500 miles on since I bought her in February, I'm trying to postpone anything over $50 at this point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NakedViffer Posted March 25, 2012 Share Posted March 25, 2012 I'm at an upgrade point for the beginning of the season too. Got the bike in the basement and its in the process of being taken apart so I can clean, grease, tighten, fix everything. I like to strip it down before I start a new season and make sure everything is in order, I leave the motor in it, and other than that pretty much everything comes off. Just installed fresh Pilot Powers About to: Change all fluids try to fix some of my deteriorating body work Rebuild forks and convert stock springs to a linear rate .95kg Install a 1050lb spring on my 954 shock and install that Install my Micron exhaust, getting hassled about the open header finally Get Bar end mirrors Install a lighter socket for my TomTom so I don't have to rely on the battery Clean out the UNI filter Fresh set of NGk's Trying to make sure I'm good and ready for my first TMAC attendance this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer YoshiHNS Posted March 25, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted March 25, 2012 Going to fit an R1 front end on the 5th gen. Already have the forks. Just need a wheel and rotors, and the brakes delinked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bad Boy Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 My modification is that I am selling the '02 w/ 87k miles and buying a low mileage 3rd or 4th gen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Duc2V4 Posted March 26, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted March 26, 2012 Here's what I'm planning, but not in any particular order: Steel Braided clutch/brake lines Dynotune (with PAIR Valve removal) Upgrade suspension front/rear (not sure if it will be rebuild or replacement. most likely rebuild front, replace rear) New tires sport/touring (haven't decided which make/model just yet. thinking Dunlop Sport Max Roadsmart 2) Of course Uncle Sam will dictate if any or all of these will be possible, we'll see what happens after 4/15! Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timmythecop Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 1 remove dirt 2 ride Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veefer800Canuck Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Timmy, you forgot #3: apply new dirt Well not exactly spring, as I've been working slowly on the bike all winter, but: I installed a new stator as a preventative measure, thermostat for the same reason, swapped out my tweaked LH radiator for a new/used good one, powdercoated my swingarm and valve covers, and got new braided steel brake lines all around. As soon as i win the lottery, a Torocharger! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tc339 Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 My bike is pretty new to me so ive gotta start with the basics. Just got new tires Sargent seat Heated grips Gut my exhaust (still havent decided between a partial gut and a full gut) install and accessory fuse box and some powerlet plugs for GPS and chargers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TripleH Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 I'm thinking of a Sargent seat I like the idea I can order the front section only, and I will pick up a little extra storage space under the cowl I just never take a passenger so I don't need the rear seat section, i would rather have the little extra space Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Dutchy Posted March 26, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted March 26, 2012 Nothing on the bike so I will have to invest in some more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer didit Posted March 26, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted March 26, 2012 Power / Fuse Box Direct wiring for the radar detector Radar Detector Re-wire GPS Install audio splitter for radar / GPS / MP3 Find and fix the ??? leak Oil change Wash it Ride it New Tires just before SumSumx2 I'd like to look into routing the brake lines inside the swing arm, but doubt that will happen this year. Oh ya, one more spring mod Sell my house Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer BCmcrider Posted March 26, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted March 26, 2012 1 remove dirt 2 ride By remove, do you mean paint over? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veefer800Canuck Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Oh ya, one more spring mod Sell my house Do you know any good realtors? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
painterbob Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Over the winter: Replaced Corbin with a Sargent Heated grips Wingrack and givi bags Fork seals and tapered head bearings Front tire Soon to do: Axillary fuse panel and a charge port Rear tire Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Gerrys02800 Posted March 26, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted March 26, 2012 Forks have been sent to Jamie D for tender lovin care New chain and sprockets - Currently have 27,000ish km and should be able to get at least 4000km more. DID ZM chan and JT sprockets I have a set of Angel St's that I might throw on, or sell them and go with the Pilot Road 3 ( rear B spec ). New riding gear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer didit Posted March 26, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted March 26, 2012 Oh ya, one more spring mod Sell my house Do you know any good realtors? Yes, actually I'm working with 2. Oh, maybe you didn't know that I'm not licensed anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veefer800Canuck Posted March 26, 2012 Share Posted March 26, 2012 Oh ya, one more spring mod Sell my house Do you know any good realtors? Yes, actually I'm working with 2. Oh, maybe you didn't know that I'm not licensed anymore. Shoot no, I didn't. I was revvin' ya up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TripleH Posted March 27, 2012 Share Posted March 27, 2012 I'll probably also... finish the tankslapper kit install I just ordered this myself I spoke to Lucas at Tankslapper and decided to go with the 3M product And then after more questions I got them to cut me out o fthe same 3M material the pattern for the tank top protection I'm not looking forward to the install though... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer realistdreamer Posted March 27, 2012 Member Contributer Share Posted March 27, 2012 I'll probably also... finish the tankslapper kit install I just ordered this myself I spoke to Lucas at Tankslapper and decided to go with the 3M product And then after more questions I got them to cut me out o fthe same 3M material the pattern for the tank top protection I'm not looking forward to the install though... Frankly, mine was installed a bit crooked, but it provides the protection I wanted. I think I will just install the part most likely to get rock chips and leave the rest alone. He didn't have a test bike to fashion a piece for the cowl. He's near San Diego so if there's a 5th gen in his neighborhood, he said he make the mold if someone brought by a cowl. I kick my cowl every 5th time I get on. Lazy right leg I guess. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TripleH Posted March 27, 2012 Share Posted March 27, 2012 (edited) Frankly, mine was installed a bit crooked, but it provides the protection I wanted. I think I will just install the part most likely to get rock chips and leave the rest alone. He didn't have a test bike to fashion a piece for the cowl. He's near San Diego so if there's a 5th gen in his neighborhood, he said he make the mold if someone brought by a cowl. I kick my cowl every 5th time I get on. Lazy right leg I guess. I'm just doing the tank, I have tried a tank braw, fabric thing, but just don't like covering up so much of the beautiful yellow... I want to protect he perfect paint on the tank from something nasty on my jeans, as well as something nasty under my magnetic tank bag I have been talking to the guy who installed the custome kit on my pickup, I'm thinking of buying him a case of beer and goading him into doing my install as he is a pro Edited March 27, 2012 by TripleH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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