What is Ivanising?

[Falcon 269]

The basic Slip-On kit doesn't adversely affect fuel consumption and some owners even do marginally better than before because the motor drives better low down, so they hold a higher gear.

With the Full Monty installation, you're looking at around 136 - 138bhp at the rear wheel, a big gain over a typical stock 122bhp or so.  You can't get that sort of extra ooomph without burning more fuel, though.   That said, if you are moderate with the throttle, you won't notice a major reduction in mpg.

[FuZzBoM]

Just reading the instructions over and the 1st note states (stock air filter only) would it have any adverse effects me running my pipercross filter?

[sadlonelygit]

no

[AyJay]

however if anyone has any pearls of wisdom feel free to pass them on. I am in no rush as the bike is not my primary mode of transport but having it sorted for the better weather is my goal.

Yes. Getting the carburetors in and out is a painful and troubling experience, but taking the carbs apart and fitting the kit is surprisingly easy. But Fazer's are a doddle to work on generally, so lock the garage door and you'll be fine.


Pat's FZ1 site has an excellent guide to getting the carbs out and there is a YouTube video on Ivanising, but I'm damned if I can find it at the moment. Shows setting the float chambers really clearly.

[FuZzBoM]

Out of interest can anyone confirm the contents of the box? in the sellers picture on eBay it shows 4 small washers. when I have received the kit it only has 1 in there??? Checked Jiffy bag but nothing in there. thanks again.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?V...1001867372

[Falcon 269]

You don't need the washers, so don't worry about them.  They're not part of the original kit. 

Read the fitting guides on Pat's Site very carefully and you'll understand why this isn't an issue.  That is also my main advice on how to fit the kit - read the guides very carefully before you start.  Too many people skim read and think they've understood what to do but don't quite get it.  All the handy hints and tricks on how to remove/refit the carbs are covered.

Key hint?  Make sure you get the airbox back far enough before trying to move the carbs.  That means pulling the EXUP cables and overflow hose from between the airbox and the frame rail.  The blocks on the zip ties holding the rubber on the frame cross member at the rear of the tank also need to be rotated clear or else they can rob you of a valuabe few mms of clearance.

[kaybee]

The basic Slip-On kit doesn't adversely affect fuel consumption and some owners even do marginally better than before because the motor drives better low down, so they hold a higher gear.

With the Full Monty installation, you're looking at around 136 - 138bhp at the rear wheel, a big gain over a typical stock 122bhp or so.  You can't get that sort of extra ooomph without burning more fuel, though.   That said, if you are moderate with the throttle, you won't notice a major reduction in mpg.

Mike did a full monty installation on my gen1 fazer,it had a full yoshi exhaust system ,exup had been removed,air box had been modified to suit exhaust,turned my fazer into an absolute beast,best money ever spent on any bike i have ever owned,i could not stop smiling,the power delivery was smooth & the torque was immense,trouble keeping the front end down,if i ever decide to own a fazer again,then Mike will be asked to visit & work his magic

[FuZzBoM]

Jonjenk, to complete my total and utter hijack of this thread I thought I would update about my Ivans kit install.  :lol

I am really impressed with it. for me the top end power was never an issue, it scared me enough as it was lol. Its so much smoother lower down the revs. over taking is much easier and you can be a little more lazy with the gear changes if needed. Unsure about how much fuel it uses as only been out for 1 short ride so time will tell.

Only thing I have noticed is it does seem to have a little more popping from the exhaust when changing down gears. guess it could be in my head or the rather cold weather could add to this?

Would I do it again? at present not sure I will have to make my mind up over the coming months.

[jonjenk]

I haven't been on here for a while so have only just read the replies...

My bike is in bits on the bench at present. I have given it a total nut and bolt refresh ready for the summer... should it arrive.

I found a brand new rear shock for it, a used MRA screen with the adjustable thingy on the top. Got some nice levers, a Givi rack and plate and a tank harness off fleabay. All looking good.

While stripped I noticed that the outermost inlet rubbers on 1 & 4 are cracked and look perished. I ordered two new ones and am currently waiting for a friend of mine (bike mechanic) to come and drag the carbs out for me so I can change the rubbers, and this got me thinking....

If you are reading this post Mike, would you consider fitting me an Ivans kit to a loose set of carbs? If so, how much and when?

Thanks,
John

[Falcon 269]

You have an e-mail, John.