Date: 06-11-25  Time: 17:39 pm

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DryRob

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Power problems
« on: 23 November 2012, 06:24:34 pm »
Now I know this isn't a Fazer but I seem to be lacking mid ranger power, I've tried everything do you think I need a new engine?

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Re: Power problems
« Reply #1 on: 23 November 2012, 07:53:43 pm »
 :rollin :rollin
A good old honda i see.

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Re: Power problems
« Reply #2 on: 23 November 2012, 08:31:44 pm »
A popular mod is to replace the front sprocket with a smaller one. This will give you more low down grunt. The downside is that the top speed comes down a bit, but really who needs to go at 28mph!

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Re: Power problems
« Reply #3 on: 24 November 2012, 10:23:08 am »
pmsl :lol

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Re: Power problems
« Reply #4 on: 28 November 2012, 12:01:00 pm »
I'd try new rubber before swapping the engine?  :D
 
do your mates find they lack mid range power or is it only when your riding it?  :rollin

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Re: Power problems
« Reply #5 on: 28 November 2012, 05:16:32 pm »
If you went 2 teeth bigger on the back sprocket you would shorten the wheel base and make it more responsive at the detriment of stability over poor surfaces

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Re: Power problems
« Reply #6 on: 28 November 2012, 05:22:17 pm »
I was thinking some slicks and a stiffer suspension setup might give me faster cornering speed

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Re: Power problems
« Reply #7 on: 28 November 2012, 05:23:46 pm »
120 psi on the back and 110 on the front works well on slicks  :lol