The Thread Hijack Shiver and stuff thread
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The Thread Hijack Shiver and stuff thread
I did weigh the parts however it was a long time ago.
I seem to recall that the difference was approx 2LBs.
It changed the whole character of the engine.
Much more lively and spun up heaps quicker, and engine braking took some time to get used to.
I live on the south coast N.S.W at a place called Cambewarra.
It is near Kangaroo Valley which has some great mountain roads to ride.
Sounds different as well!
I certainly don't regret this mod in any way as it achieved what I wanted which was better throttle response.
Some may find that the throttle response becomes too touchy, but also owning an Aprilia shiver with touchy ride by wire throttle it isn't a problem for me.
I seem to recall that the difference was approx 2LBs.
It changed the whole character of the engine.
Much more lively and spun up heaps quicker, and engine braking took some time to get used to.
I live on the south coast N.S.W at a place called Cambewarra.
It is near Kangaroo Valley which has some great mountain roads to ride.
Sounds different as well!
I certainly don't regret this mod in any way as it achieved what I wanted which was better throttle response.
Some may find that the throttle response becomes too touchy, but also owning an Aprilia shiver with touchy ride by wire throttle it isn't a problem for me.
2LBs is significant weight reduction on the engine moving parts.Kangaroo Valley you reckon? I got lost with my off road bike there, ran out of gas in whoop whoop up the mountains just north west of the valley, I thought I can navigate just with trails map, didn't count in the weather as well, took me whole next day walkabout to find someone to help me with the bike
that was before GPS and such Must say, it is one of the most beautiful areas to ride in NSW, road and off road.
BTW, did you have issues with the software on the Shiver? Have two friends that gave up on that bike due to this issue, other then that it is a great bike.
Cheers mate
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The Shiver is one of the most frustrating bikes I have owned.
It has a closed loop fuel injection system so it is really hard to get more out of it without major expense as you can't put a Power Comander in and plug and play.
There is a company called Bazzaz that can supply an air fuel set up but the cost is exorbitant.
To date all I have done is latest software updates as they become available, removed the catalytic converter, and fitted a set of Leo Vince G.P pipes that are loud and done some suspension work.
I enjoy riding it over the mountain but it needs more go! the storm leaves it for dead now that it is fettled.
It has a closed loop fuel injection system so it is really hard to get more out of it without major expense as you can't put a Power Comander in and plug and play.
There is a company called Bazzaz that can supply an air fuel set up but the cost is exorbitant.
To date all I have done is latest software updates as they become available, removed the catalytic converter, and fitted a set of Leo Vince G.P pipes that are loud and done some suspension work.
I enjoy riding it over the mountain but it needs more go! the storm leaves it for dead now that it is fettled.
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The Shiver is one of the most frustrating bikes I have owned.
It has a closed loop fuel injection system so it is really hard to get more out of it without major expense as you can't put a Power Comander in and plug and play.
There is a company called Bazzaz that can supply an air fuel set up but the cost is exorbitant.
To date all I have done is latest software updates as they become available, removed the catalytic converter, and fitted a set of Leo Vince G.P pipes that are loud and done some suspension work.
I enjoy riding it over the mountain but it needs more go! the storm leaves it for dead now that it is fettled.
It has a closed loop fuel injection system so it is really hard to get more out of it without major expense as you can't put a Power Comander in and plug and play.
There is a company called Bazzaz that can supply an air fuel set up but the cost is exorbitant.
To date all I have done is latest software updates as they become available, removed the catalytic converter, and fitted a set of Leo Vince G.P pipes that are loud and done some suspension work.
I enjoy riding it over the mountain but it needs more go! the storm leaves it for dead now that it is fettled.
Cheers
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Well then, if there is anyone out there contemplating a Shiver be warned that it is a frustrating bike to own in the sense that it over promises and under delivers.
The engine has so much potential that is not easily accessed.
The suspension is budget at best and requires careful fettling to get it anywhere near the mark.
The brakes are unreal and are probably the best thing about the bike.
I have found that just when I am starting to enjoy the ride it runs out of steam.
Yes it is only a 750, however if Aprilia had fitted a different injection system that allowed fitment of a Power Commander then you could have some fun.
The injection system is the Achiles heal of this bike.
At least with the Superhawk you can tune the carbs as much or as little as you like.
The engine has so much potential that is not easily accessed.
The suspension is budget at best and requires careful fettling to get it anywhere near the mark.
The brakes are unreal and are probably the best thing about the bike.
I have found that just when I am starting to enjoy the ride it runs out of steam.
Yes it is only a 750, however if Aprilia had fitted a different injection system that allowed fitment of a Power Commander then you could have some fun.
The injection system is the Achiles heal of this bike.
At least with the Superhawk you can tune the carbs as much or as little as you like.
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