| Author | Message | ||
     Ronwilson |
I am interested in your opinions on what a completed and reasonably priced 2003 XB9S looks like. Here is my opening list, to get discussion started. I hope you will add to or subtract from this list. I have seen so many things in pics and on forums. Mine is still stock and I will soon start in on it.... Performance Mods. XB12 airbox Race ECM K + N airfilter Drummer or Buell race can Handling Mods. Tires – Metzler Sportec M1 Puncture proof tire goo -- Ride-on ….. provides some balancing as well Safety mods. PIAA h7 55W clear headlight bulbs Modulating brake light -- suggestions on a brand? Ride-on tire puncture protection goo Comfort/beauty mods. Corbin “carbon fiber look” seat Silver chrome “vibration free” bar ends -- suggestions on a brand? Custom clutch and brake levers, with reduced pull - where to find? Black anodized handlebar – Renthal “streetfighter” bend? Or Tamburini? Clear, flush mounted rear turn signals -- from lockhart-phillips? Silver, billet aluminum bullet shaped turn signals -- from lockhart-phillips? Rear fender and turn signal removal and custom license plate fabrication Flat black powder coat wheel hubs and spokes Approximate total cost: $2,000 | ||
| Glitch |
Hmmm...$2000...hmmm  3-9/16 bore Revolution cylinders (1050cc) 10.5:1 pistons, pins, clips, rings Stage 2 head prep Complete Top End Gasket Set Injection controller box ...hmmm... | ||
| Buckinfubba |
everything glitch said ....and the drummer(not that I am biased) all the other stuff as well if that is what you want . me personally, the "look stuff" never really gets my hormones all in a rush. tho the black wheels could be cool. is your bike black especially if you just did the spokes black and left the edges the shiny silver edited by buckinfubba on December 12, 2003 | ||
| Daves |
The engine mods or lots of track days! Ride to the edge! Dave Iowa HD/Buell (Buell Cycle Center) | ||
| Austinrider |
The list looks pretty good, I think your budget is realistic also - except for the painting - I dont know how much that will run. If you want a good deal on a corbin let me know.. I want to sell mine because Im using my bike more and more at the track and I dont use my corbin at the track. I have the packaging, cleaner and everything. Seat is in excellent shape. Felipe_Dominguez@dell.com (work) dfelipe_@hotmail.com (home) --Austinrider | ||
| 99buellx1 |
Lether Race Suit, Multiple sets of Race Tires, use the rest for Track Day entrance fees. Craig | ||
| Buckinfubba |
or vaction in the mountains of ol NC and ride our tracks....we call them roads  I just had to say that..... but yeah I would rather spend the money on track days myself | ||
| Ronwilson |
My bike is black. I got the idea for the black wheel hubs and spokes, with rims remaining silver, from an Italian who has a pic of his bike on the web. The Italians and style.... Brian, does the Drummer come in silver, if I want it that color? | ||
| 147db |
Well done, Ron! Italians do it better...  | ||
| Ronwilson |
Here is the latest updated list, incorporating new suggestions you all have given: Performance Mods. XB12 airbox Race ECM K + N airfilter Drummer or Buell race can Engine: 20W50 or 15W50 fully synthetic Motul, Mobil 1 V-Twin or Castrol, etc… Transmission: 75/90 fully synthetic Motul, Mobil 1 or Valvoline Denso Iridium spark plugs add two et-performance crank vents inside the airbox. Handling Mods. Tires – Metzler Sportec M1 Puncture proof tire goo -- Ride-on ….. provides balancing as well Safety mods. PIAA h7 55W clear headlight bulbs Modulating brake light Ride-on tire goo Comfort/beauty mods. Corbin “carbon fiber look” seat Silver chrome “vibration free” bar ends Custom clutch and brake levers, with reduced pull Black anodized handlebar – Renthal “streetfighter” bend? Or Tamburini? Clear, flush mounted rear turn signals from lockhart-phillips Silver, billet aluminum bullet shaped turn signals from lockhart-phillips Rear fender and turn signal removal and custom license plate fabrication Flat black powder coat wheel hubs and spokes Approximate total cost: $2,000 Still waiting your feedback on: 1. the best way to do rear fender customization 2. brand suggestions for bar ends that reduce vibration 3. brand suggestions for custom clutch and brake levers 4. brand and bend suggestions for custom handlebars (in black) 5. brand suggestions for mirrors 6. brand and model suggestions for turn signals 5. brand and suggestons for modulating tail light | ||
| Glitch |
1. the best way to do rear fender customization Do it yourself, or Daves (I think) has a kit. 2. brand suggestions for bar ends that reduce vibration One's as good as the other, although I recommend Barsnake. 3. brand suggestions for custom clutch and brake levers American Sportbike has the only ones I've seen. 4. brand and bend suggestions for custom handlebars (in black) Do you wanna sit high or low. Take a look at Flanders. 5. brand suggestions for mirrors I like barends. 6. brand and model suggestions for turn signals...5. brand and suggestons for modulating tail light I dunno. | ||
| Buckinfubba |
the drummer doesn't come in silver but for extra money kevin could probably make it silver |
