Why do you modify your bikes?
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Why do you modify your bikes? - 2/26/2008 4:50:05 AM
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600rrchick
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Wow am I getting antsy to p/u my new bike. I have a question mostly for those of you veterans out there that don't necessarily track it. I love to ride. I love the euphoria I feel. The the escape out of my everyday life is uncomparable to anything else other than running for me.
So I see many threads about modifying your bikes with exhausts, wind screens, etc.. Is that really necessary for the average rider such as myself who just likes to get away? What are the benefits and if there are really things that do make a difference what would you recomend? I would love some feedback. Especially from a safety perspective. I do have the leathers and boots.
Thanks gals
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RE: Why do you modify your bikes? - 2/26/2008 8:15:00 AM
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CBRTiger
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I modify most of my bikes for comfort and safety. I plan on replacing the Stock windshield with one that changes the airflow to a better angle. I am also going to lower the bike so I have more of my feet on the ground and to ease backing her up. I will also change out the seat to one that is more comfortable. I bought my bike with an aftermarket exhaust system on it, but in reality I probably would not have changed from the stock. If you don't plan on having her on the track, just change things to make them safer and more comfortable for your needs.
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RE: Why do you modify your bikes? - 2/26/2008 12:34:36 PM
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TriColour
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For me personally, it's #1 for better performance, #2 for a unique looking bike and #3 once you pop, you just can't stop! 
From a safety perspective, I'm changing to braided brakelines (not really necessary on a new bike - but you have to change the brakelines regularly on older models), more comfortable and adjustable break- and clutch levers. Possibly changing to HID's to be more noticable, the rest is more for aestetics.
< Message edited by TriColour -- 2/26/2008 12:42:54 PM >
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RE: Why do you modify your bikes? - 2/26/2008 1:28:12 PM
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ajhundley3
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put a louder exhaust so cars can hear you!!!!!!!!!!!!
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RE: Why do you modify your bikes? - 3/1/2008 9:09:27 PM
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Acara1796
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Loud pipes don't save lives, only promote motorcycle bans. Loud horns, now those save lives. (See the AMA, if you are not a member you should be.)
Sorry...Now back to topic.
There is nothing wrong with staying with the stock machine even if you plan to do some track. Mods to my primary bikes are for comfort and safety. Grips, cruise, seat, horn, starcom, and yes loud horns. Now, the track bikes are a different story but the key, they are solely track bikes.
You can't go wrong with switching to stainless brake lines or swapping grips or a different windshield but you don't need to spend the dollars right away.
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