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  3. Running Hot...too Lean?

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    Timmer,

     

    I recently changed out the exhaust on 2011 ZX 10R to a two brothers slip on(eliminating catalytic converter). I also installed a K&N air filter. The map that closest fits what I have is for a two brothers slip on with stock air filter, but now I've been running hotter at moderate speeds. What easy fix, if any, can I do to remedy this? Is there gonna be any new maps to address this? Or will it even help?

     

    Thanks,

    Ozzy

  5. Greetings From Juneau, Alaska!

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    Welcome Kawigirl!,

     

    As the other say, there's plenty to be learned on this site alone. I am what Cobie calls a "lurker" so I don't post often, but I do visit the site regularly and have leaned a lot from the people on here.

     

    I too plan on doing the 2 day camp at The Ridge this year. I was a corner worker last year for CSS and the track is awesome! You'll really enjoy it!

     

    Hope to see you then!

     

    Ozzy

  9. Section On Tuning/power Commanders, Etc.

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    Hey ozzyp,

     

    Sorry for the late response. For some reason I didn't get notified that you posted.

     

    The ECUnleased reflash and the Power Commander are both trying to accomplish the same major goal, which is to get your bike fueled properly. Proper fueling is the major factor that will affect how much peak horsepower your bike will make.

     

    If you get the bike fueled properly with an ECUnleashed reflash, then the Power Commander will not likely give you any more peak horsepower. Likewise, if you get the bike fueled properly with the Power Commander, the ECUnleashed reflash will not likely give you any more peak horsepower. Both of these products do the same thing, they just do it in different ways.

     

    It is not uncommon to see a 10% gain in peak horsepower after you've installed an aftermarket exhaust and get the bike fueled properly. A 10% gain on a ZX10 making 150hp(or so) would be 15hp.

     

    It is important to note that both the Power Commander products and ECUnleashed reflash have other features that attract customers. I would be glad to expand on these if you are curious, but I wanted to keep my response short and to the point.

     

    I hope that answers your question. Please let me know if you have any others!

     

     

    Tim,

     

    I am debating on which of these routes I should go so any further info would be greatly appreciated. I would like to know the pros and cons of both in order to make an educated purchase.

     

    Thanks,

    Ozzy

  14. Photos Of Ourselves...

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    Hi Ozzyp,

     

    Pacific does have some shortcomings, there is no doubt. That said, it is a somewhat technical track which can be a lot of fun. Some trackdays (2Fast for one) and the race organization use airfence on the most troubling areas, and they have removed the tire wall outside of T2. Bringing a little awareness of places to be conservative in should make for a safe and fun day at the track. Next race weekeing is on Oct 1,and 2, stop on by and see what you think. You can also bring your bike and for $20 do "taste of racing" during the lunch break (register early). It gives you 20 minutes of time on the track for $20, not a bad deal.

     

    I am however looking forward to the new track in Shelton opening next year. They should have a challenging track with lots of runout and no airfence required. It has also been designed from the start with motorcycles in mind, has a separate drag area, camping facilities, pits with power, etc.

     

    I still love Streets though... can't wait to go back in October.

    -Sean

     

     

    Sean G,

     

    Thanks for the info! I'm gonna definetly have to check that out. Didn't even know that they was a track opening in Shelton. Sounds like its gonna be a good track. Will be looking forward to it as well.

     

    Ozzy

  15. Photos Of Ourselves...

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    Photos from this last race weekend at Pacific. Great weather, great fun, and some personal best lap times!

     

    -Sean

     

    Sean G,

     

    Been wanting to hit a track day there, but had heard bad things about the track in the past. Is this just rumor? Or was that back in the day? My only track experience thus far is Level I and II down at Streets in June. Thanks!

     

    Ozzy

  20. Choosing Between Track Tires

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    Dunlop, as all other motorcycle tire brands, have several options available to the racer/track day rider.

     

    If you're running close to the lap record, trying to break it or competing at the (inter)national level, your choice for tires is probably fairly simple: you want the best, stickiest tires - regardless of cost.

     

    But the hapless trackday riders like myself, who are 15+ seconds off the race pace, we probably don't need the super-sticky stuff. I recall that Keith actually argues in Twist-2 that it would be detrimental to have too sticky tires and you'd be picking up debris from the track instead.

     

    So how do we choose a good tire? We could probably live just fine with a not quite so sticky tire, which is less expensive. But how do we strike a good compromise?

     

    As an example, I have personally been running Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC's for the past two years (they don't come much stickier than that from Pirelli), simply because they were on the bike when I bought them and I got a nice deal on those tires from the guy I bought the bike from. But they're not cheap. Instead I could go for Pirelli's Diablo Superbike Pro, which is a slick, less expensive, but also has less grip than the Supercorsa SC's, according to Pirelli's website.

     

    Edit: as a price comparison, a set of Superbike Pro is $343, while the Supercorsa SC's are $458 (€259 and €346 for this side of the pond), in Germany.

     

    Also, why should we choose a slick tire over a tire with (minimal) sipes (like the Dunlop D211GP-A)?

     

    Steve: I'm pretty clueless when it comes to Dunlop's offering, but feel free to use Dunlop examples if you will (but please explain the "pecking order" for Dunlop tires if you do).

     

    Thanks,

     

     

    Kai

     

    I too have have a question between what tires to get. I have never been on the track, but hope to when riding season begins again. My question however is what type of tire should I get. I know with Dunlop you have the Q2, but I know those are from what I understand more for the track. I want something that I could use when commuting as well as going on a ride where there is a lot of cornering, but at the same time I can use at the track. I know its kind of a broad area. Is there such a tire? Or am I expecting a bit too much? Thanks!

     

    Ozzy

  21. Change Bikes?

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    Hi Ozzy,

     

     

    So, I don't think you're alone in facing this dilema, is the curse of riding a fast bike and having a pulse, there is always something new, shiny and bling to tempt you to part with your cash. laugh.gif

     

     

    So, you didn't talk much about what type of rider you are, or where you ride, so have you been riding only a year or so, or 10 years plus? do you lots of miles, or just the occasional blast? Do you ride on track much, not at all? What kind of riding do you enjoy? What training have you done, how comfortable do you feel with your GSXR-600, well capable of managing it, or still a little intimidated by it? Whilst these may all seem like a lot of involved, considered questions, they're questions I'd ask myself (as a starter), before parting with my cash.

     

     

    So, now to my own experience, as I'm fortunate enough to have ridden all these bikes, the Yam's a lot as we use them in the UK for school. So in my experience, the GSXR is a little more road biased over the Yam R6, which is an absolute joy on track, though you have to rip the absolutle nuts of it to really get it to go. I'd suggest that whilst the R6 is amazing on track, the GSXR600 is probably a little (read marginally) more comfortable, enjoyable road bike, so work this into your answers. I'd say the R6 is a much sharper looking bike than the GSXR though, if that comes into your consideration.

     

     

    So, onto the R1. Well, I have to say, it sort of provides me with a polar view really. I love riding it, it has an amazing engine, and the motor is without doubt the star of the show. the feeling from the throttle to the rear wheel is incredibly good, and it has lots of mid range and revs very well too. the brakes are excellent, and the chassis has potential, though is sold with quite underwhelming bouncy pieces either end. the shock is terrible, and the fork internals could do with an upgrade too. That aisde though, in the riding department, big enjoyment. Looks, well, terrible to my eye, especially with those standard cans, but I don't have to look at it too often, just the clocks and controls. biggrin.gif

     

     

    Now, probably the most pertinent point/question I guess. A litre bike is very OTT in my opnion for the road. Sure, they're easy to ride these days, and they're really very easy to ride just like there 600 cousins, but I find the need for 180Bhp on the road all a little moot really. How often do you ever get the chance to use all of your 600? Well, imagine that with 40% more power and you'll be able to see how often you'll ever be able to get that near it's power limit too.

     

    So there you have it, quite a dilema indeed, they're all amazing bikes, and the 600's are very similiar really, and if it were my money, I'd probably stick with your GSXR until you're sure you really wanted to upgrade. The Yamaha's are better made in my opinion, and whilst not quite Honda quality, are very well made these days and R1 aside, look very sharp indeed.

     

     

    Any other questions, please ask, though i doubt this has really change your desires much, has it really. LOL

     

     

     

    Bullet

     

     

    Thanks guys for your input. Bullet, you are right, it really hasn't changed the fact that I still drool over them when I go in tongue.gif. As far as track time, I don't have any. All my time has been strictly street riding. I plan on attending Level I & II this coming April. So that would be the first formal training that I will get. I have been riding for about four years. A Yamaha Raider S cruiser and the GSX-R. I feel really comfortable on the Suzuki. Not really intimidated, but at the same time don't think that I've outgrown it.

     

    You bring up a good point about it possibly being over the top. I'm sure there are times on the highway that I could open it up, but they are pretty few and far between. Plus, would probably end up costing me some money blink.gif. So maybe I will just stick with what I got for now, unless someone on here can tell me something about the CBR's that would make me want to look there. biggrin.gif Thanks again!

     

    Ozzy

  22. Change Bikes?

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    I currently own a 2008 GSX-R 600, but still find myself going into the local dealerships to "browse" at the other bikes they have. The Yamaha dealership I frequently visit is currently offering some good deals with some of the bikes they have for sale as well as some good rates as far as financing goes. One of the bikes was the R-6, which I have always liked. The other was a 2010 R-1 which they are offering for about the same price as the R-6's. I feel though that the R-1 may be a bit too much bike for me. So my question is, what do others here on this forum think? Should I make the switch to an R-6? or even the R-1? Or should I just stay with what I have? The Suzuki is the only sportbike I have ever owned so I don't have anything to compare it to. How do u all compare the R-6 to the GSX-R 600? Or even any 600cc with a liter bike. Obviously the liter bike has more power, but what other pros/cons is there between the two size bikes? Thanks!

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