Ariola's adopted 2k VTR1000F Superhawk
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Ariola's adopted 2k VTR1000F Superhawk
After days of negotiating and waiting, I've finally adopted this 2K VTR1000 Superhawk. From the looks of it the previous owner has done some extensive visual mods that I plan to build from or use as a base. I kinda like the different look, hence, the reason why I actually made the deal. I'm not one to follow the norm. I'm considering other performance mods so you can bet that I'll be leaning (No Pun Intended) on this great forum for guidance. Here some pics for your enjoyment...!
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Welcome on board, very wild look, I like the Buell firebolt front :-)
The tail, looks like Buell as well, but something is different
The tail, looks like Buell as well, but something is different
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CCTs'
As far as how it rides, compared to my 11' FZ8, it's much narrower and longer than the newer Yamaha. Almost feels like riding a Ducati and I can't lie that the V-Twin sound is sweet. To put it bluntly, I am in love...
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I've read about them on here. Not sure if they've been done or what to look for if they were done. Excuse my mechanical ignorance but I'm just curious as to what why I should be concerned about them and why I should consider the swap? I appreciate the heads up and the compliments...
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Compared to my 2011 Yamaha FZ8, it feels like a Ducati because of how narrow it is. Not sure I like the ride height in the rear, and seeing that the front was lowered, my first call to duty is figuring how to raise her up a tad. Any suggestions Hangfly...?
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I've read about them on here. Not sure if they've been done or what to look for if they were done. Excuse my mechanical ignorance but I'm just curious as to what why I should be concerned about them and why I should consider the swap? I appreciate the heads up and the compliments...
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"my first call to duty is figuring how to raise her up a tad. Any suggestions Hangfly...?"
I'm not sure since am the wrong guy to ask about handling tricks. I just installed new forks on the front of mine and plan to pay an experienced (man who rebuilt the forks) suspension guy look at it.
Judging from some photos you posted, I believe your bike is still equipped with the standard auto cam chain tensioners. (CCT)s
Both VTR bikes I have bought needed converting, which I did before I rode them, since these days, I don't feel that lucky, punk.
I'm not sure since am the wrong guy to ask about handling tricks. I just installed new forks on the front of mine and plan to pay an experienced (man who rebuilt the forks) suspension guy look at it.
Judging from some photos you posted, I believe your bike is still equipped with the standard auto cam chain tensioners. (CCT)s
Both VTR bikes I have bought needed converting, which I did before I rode them, since these days, I don't feel that lucky, punk.
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Once the left is at the stock height, tighten the bolts and do the right side. Do not over tighten the bolts. I think the proper torque is around 20 pounds.
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To raise to stock height, loosen the pinch bolts on only one side, let's say the left, on the upper and lower triple clamps and the handlebar (clip on). Then push the fork tube down until the cap is 1-2mm above the handlebar and the handlebar is sitting down on the upper triple clamp. This may require getting the weight off the front end but it should be do-ble with the bike on the kick stand.
Once the left is at the stock height, tighten the bolts and do the right side. Do not over tighten the bolts. I think the proper torque is around 20 pounds.
Once the left is at the stock height, tighten the bolts and do the right side. Do not over tighten the bolts. I think the proper torque is around 20 pounds.
Cool...thanks for the info. My other issue is the rear. It looks like its set center for preload which is compressing the spring. If I set it at the lowest setting, will it somewhat raise the rear to match the front or? On my 11' FZ8 I can usually adjust it with a rear shock thingy magingy tool (Excuse my mechanical tool jargon ignorance). The VTR's Showa fork is set up a little different. Does it work the same way? Any help would greatly be appreciated...thanks a million.
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Ari,
That adjustment should not be used for that reason. Check out this thread. If it seems a little confusing, check out
. This is the first and most basic adjustment you should do to all motos you own from here on.
That adjustment should not be used for that reason. Check out this thread. If it seems a little confusing, check out
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Cool...thanks for the info. My other issue is the rear. It looks like its set center for preload which is compressing the spring. If I set it at the lowest setting, will it somewhat raise the rear to match the front or? On my 11' FZ8 I can usually adjust it with a rear shock thingy magingy tool (Excuse my mechanical tool jargon ignorance). The VTR's Showa fork is set up a little different. Does it work the same way? Any help would greatly be appreciated...thanks a million.
You don't adjust ride height with spring preload. You can raise the rear by putting a shim under the upper shock mount just behind the tank.
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Ari,
That adjustment should not be used for that reason. Check out this thread. If it seems a little confusing, check out this vid. This is the first and most basic adjustment you should do to all motos you own from here on.
That adjustment should not be used for that reason. Check out this thread. If it seems a little confusing, check out this vid. This is the first and most basic adjustment you should do to all motos you own from here on.
This guy is bad ***. Couldn't help but watch videos of his tuning till the wee hours. Thanks for the hook up Wolverine.
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Finally got the rear shim in. Looking to have it done this weekend and then she'll be road ready... I'll keep you posted. BTW, do you have any pics of your Hawk?
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