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Superstock
Joined: Oct 2009
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From: Concord, NC
New Member.....
....but old rider. 
Been around motorcycles for about 25 years, but just picked up a 99 super hawk. 20,000 miles and a few nicks and bruises, but overall, it's in good shape.
It's already been outfitted with Staintune hi rise exhaust, jetted carbs, and aftermarket air intake.
I had it at the track (Barber) last weekend for the first time, and it was a blast to ride. I'm looking forward to getting to know it much better.
Anyone know a solution for boot heels melting on the hi-rise pipes? I need some type of bracket to keep my feet off of it. I'm already in the process of making some homemade rearsets to get more foot clearance. I scraped the toe protector off my right boot after only 4 sessions on the track.
Been around motorcycles for about 25 years, but just picked up a 99 super hawk. 20,000 miles and a few nicks and bruises, but overall, it's in good shape.
It's already been outfitted with Staintune hi rise exhaust, jetted carbs, and aftermarket air intake.
I had it at the track (Barber) last weekend for the first time, and it was a blast to ride. I'm looking forward to getting to know it much better.
Anyone know a solution for boot heels melting on the hi-rise pipes? I need some type of bracket to keep my feet off of it. I'm already in the process of making some homemade rearsets to get more foot clearance. I scraped the toe protector off my right boot after only 4 sessions on the track.
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Superstock
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From: Concord, NC
Almost forgot!
Pictures of the new bike here:
http://picasaweb.google.com/lasdps/2009SuperChicken
Other bikes are at www.bikepics.com/members/ncdave
Pictures of the new bike here:
http://picasaweb.google.com/lasdps/2009SuperChicken
Other bikes are at www.bikepics.com/members/ncdave
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MotoGP
Joined: Mar 2007
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From: Phoenix, AZ
Welcome!
As for the boot heel problem, several have mentioned it.. You will have to either change where you place your feet, or fab up a custom plate.. No one makes one just for that purpose.
I see it still has stock CCTs, you might consider getting APEs just for peace of mind. (those and the R/R are the two weak points, reliability wise, on our bikes)
As for the boot heel problem, several have mentioned it.. You will have to either change where you place your feet, or fab up a custom plate.. No one makes one just for that purpose.
I see it still has stock CCTs, you might consider getting APEs just for peace of mind. (those and the R/R are the two weak points, reliability wise, on our bikes)
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SuperSport
Joined: Aug 2009
Posts: 684
From: Richmond, VA
i had the same problem with my exhaust when i got it. i just got low mount mid pipes, because even if i put a heat shield on it or something it would still affect my foot position. as for the toe sliders, you say that was your first time on the track? if so i bet your just sticking your feet out too much. i had the same problem until i made a conscious effort to keep the toes on the pegs and in as far as they can go.
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SuperBike
Joined: Jul 2005
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From: MN
welcome. You have the best color for the bike. Your looks exactly how mine did soon after first getting it. I like the high staintunes. Personally I never minded the heel marks and certainly the look of the high pipes are worth it IMO. you'll love the site - lots of good info and people.
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Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 105,287
From: Fulton, MO
Try this for starters: http://www.chaparral-racing.com/Chap...8D10279A9848E5
from an old fart who's 15 years older than you. Enjoy the torque.
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Superstock
Joined: Oct 2009
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From: Concord, NC
Never mind....cam chain tensioners.
i had the same problem with my exhaust when i got it. i just got low mount mid pipes, because even if i put a heat shield on it or something it would still affect my foot position. as for the toe sliders, you say that was your first time on the track? if so i bet your just sticking your feet out too much. i had the same problem until i made a conscious effort to keep the toes on the pegs and in as far as they can go.
I think the riser idea will solve it.welcome. You have the best color for the bike. Your looks exactly how mine did soon after first getting it. I like the high staintunes. Personally I never minded the heel marks and certainly the look of the high pipes are worth it IMO. you'll love the site - lots of good info and people.
Last edited by NCDave; Oct 27, 2009 at 07:08 AM.
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Try this for starters: http://www.chaparral-racing.com/Chap...8D10279A9848E5
That's the idea...thanks!
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From: North Wales, PA
....but old rider.
Been around motorcycles for about 25 years, but just picked up a 99 super hawk. 20,000 miles and a few nicks and bruises, but overall, it's in good shape.
It's already been outfitted with Staintune hi rise exhaust, jetted carbs, and aftermarket air intake.
I had it at the track (Barber) last weekend for the first time, and it was a blast to ride. I'm looking forward to getting to know it much better.
Anyone know a solution for boot heels melting on the hi-rise pipes? I need some type of bracket to keep my feet off of it. I'm already in the process of making some homemade rearsets to get more foot clearance. I scraped the toe protector off my right boot after only 4 sessions on the track.
Been around motorcycles for about 25 years, but just picked up a 99 super hawk. 20,000 miles and a few nicks and bruises, but overall, it's in good shape.
It's already been outfitted with Staintune hi rise exhaust, jetted carbs, and aftermarket air intake.
I had it at the track (Barber) last weekend for the first time, and it was a blast to ride. I'm looking forward to getting to know it much better.
Anyone know a solution for boot heels melting on the hi-rise pipes? I need some type of bracket to keep my feet off of it. I'm already in the process of making some homemade rearsets to get more foot clearance. I scraped the toe protector off my right boot after only 4 sessions on the track.
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Superstock
Joined: Oct 2009
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From: Concord, NC
Thanks Joe. How's the setup on your bike work for you? Particularly the sprocket changes. I've been tinkering with some numbers trying to decide if I want to change things there.
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Joined: May 2005
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From: North Wales, PA
neither the brake or the shifting were negatively effected. in fact, I found that with my track boots on, the notorious hard shift into 2nd went away. you do have to adjust the shifter, depending on where you put the pegs, but adjustment is all you need to do. I'd post pics but I took them off my ftp site. I'll see if I can find them and repost them tonight.
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