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  • Thinking over mods for my stock post 750

    I'd like to make my grey 2005 750 more fun to ride. It runs a little rough when cold and part throttle is spotty. I'm trying to build a bike that is reliable and driveable above all else. I've seen enough small block chevys with 750 double pumpers when I was a mechanic to last a life time.

    Here's what I'm thinking:

    Ignition advancer (signal trigger, not a Dynatech box)
    Irridium spark plugs
    Stock header clean up
    Ivan's jet kit
    K&N air filter (the one that fits the stock air box)
    Yoshimura RS3 carbon fiber slip-on can (my only nod to style)
    Adjust the valves
    Synch carbs

    Am I missing something? Any better alternatives? You guys helped convince me to buy the Katana and I'm glad I did. I hope you can help me get her buffed out now!
    Wherever you turn, wherever you go, if you get it wrong the least you can know: there's miles and miles to put it back together.
    G. Tipton, R. Halford, K. Downing

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    do the busa front end swap then get bst carbon fiber wheel for the busa. then swap out your swinger for a sick ducati single sided one or a late model gsxr swinger to make room for the 5.5 bst carbon fiber wheels. then throw a 1127/b12 motor in it with the FI mod. swap for HID head lights before you fender chop it. give it some nice lookin graffics n blinkers then call it done! .... um alil too much?
    Please, Just go home, relax, and have a think or two... hell... have as many as you can handle! It'll do all of us some good.
    Tony
    94 Katana 600

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    • #3
      I'm disappointed you forgot to recommend an ion drive and a plasma rifle

      I forgot to mention better lighting. I'm clueless about upgrading that...
      Wherever you turn, wherever you go, if you get it wrong the least you can know: there's miles and miles to put it back together.
      G. Tipton, R. Halford, K. Downing

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      • #4
        well there is a write up around here some where about HID headlights...

        actually all of those mod mentioned there are possible...lol
        Last edited by il_ragazzo; 04-04-2009, 01:17 AM. Reason: Automerged Doublepost
        Please, Just go home, relax, and have a think or two... hell... have as many as you can handle! It'll do all of us some good.
        Tony
        94 Katana 600

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        • #5
          i prob wouldnt go with the k&n filter, they're not to friendly around here...jus wait for it...you'll kno....you'll kno....lol

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          • #6
            Dammit. I wanted to be the first to say something about K&N. All your other mods seem great. Get a shift kit off The Cyberpoet.

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            • #7
              see i toooooooooold yooooooooou!

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              • #8
                Originally posted by DakotaKat View Post
                I forgot to mention better lighting. I'm clueless about upgrading that...
                http://katriders.com/vb/showpost.php...&postcount=789
                I am a fluffy lil cuddly lovable bunny , dammit !



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                • #9
                  Originally posted by DakotaKat View Post
                  Here's what I'm thinking:

                  Ignition advancer (signal trigger, not a Dynatech box)
                  Irridium spark plugs
                  Stock header clean up
                  Ivan's jet kit
                  K&N air filter (the one that fits the stock air box)
                  Yoshimura RS3 carbon fiber slip-on can (my only nod to style)
                  Adjust the valves
                  Synch carbs
                  All that sounds good, except the K&N. The stock air filter breathes enough for Ivan's kit. Also, adjusting valves and sync'ing carbs aren't really mods... do 'em every 7,500 miles as maintenance ^_^
                  "Pleasant experiences make life enjoyable, painful experiences lead to growth" - cheap Chinese fortune cookie

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                  • #10
                    I see all the engine mods but what about suspension and braking? Oh yeah forget the K&N idea (Bad idea)

                    Tmod

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                    • #11
                      Originally posted by Robgsxf750 View Post
                      Dammit. I wanted to be the first to say something about K&N. All your other mods seem great. Get a shift kit off The Cyberpoet.
                      Seconded. I had the oil pan off and figured I'd drop in that shift kit spring, shifting is a night and day difference.

                      I can't see any faults with the list you have posted, other than the K&N. If you are still wanting to put a K&N in after reading this thread : http://katriders.com/vb/showthread.php?t=9381

                      then lots of luck to you and your engine.

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                      • #12
                        Originally posted by Tmod View Post
                        I see all the engine mods but what about suspension and braking?



                        Should be the first place to upgrade. I've had my bike over a year and STILL don't have the suspension set up correctly, close but not quite.
                        90% of motorcycle forum members do not have a service manual for their bike.

                        Originally posted by Badfaerie
                        I love how the most ignorant people I have met are the ones that fling the word "ignorant" around like it's an insult, or poo. Maybe they think it means poo
                        Originally posted by soulless kaos
                        but personaly I dont see a point in a 1000 you can get the same power from a properly tuned 600 with less weight and better handeling.

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                        • #13
                          I thought it was just the pod type k&n's that were bad but after reading the tear down of the 2 stroke I'll pass.

                          As far as brakes good they seem pretty strong, I might try some better pads and lines. The only complaint I have is they feel a bit spongy up front.

                          The suspension seems pretty good to me. I've dialed it in where it suits me. Could be better but for this year it's good enough. I think I'll spend the money on better tires first and then upgrade the suspension next year.

                          Like I said, I'm not trying to get gobs more power out of it - just really good driveability.

                          I know the valves and synch are maint. stuff, I just wanted to make sure I did all this in some kind of logical order
                          Wherever you turn, wherever you go, if you get it wrong the least you can know: there's miles and miles to put it back together.
                          G. Tipton, R. Halford, K. Downing

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                          • #14
                            Originally posted by DakotaKat View Post
                            As far as brakes good they seem pretty strong, I might try some better pads and lines. The only complaint I have is they feel a bit spongy up front.
                            Try some new fluid (should be changed every couple years anyway ) and HH pads . Makes a HUGE difference . But be careful your first time out before grabbing a fistful o' brakes , as what was once needed on a stock Kat WILL cause you to lock up or stoppie after these upgrades .
                            I am a fluffy lil cuddly lovable bunny , dammit !



                            Katrider's rally 2011 - md86

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                            • #15
                              HH Pads are a definite. Only problem they gave anyone was wearing you bike as a backwards hat (stoppie) or in other words, the do STOP so 2 fingers on the lever is all you need, no more fistfuls of brake lever .... a definite upgrade for any one that is the slightest performance minded and on a budget. :
                              Currently Riding:
                              1995 Katana 600
                              V&H Exhaust
                              Jet Kit



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