Kawasaki's ZX-10R was designed for the race track but also happens to be road legal so just how far apart is it from a genuine racing ZX-10R?
MCN road tester Adam Child travelled to Mallory Park to test his ZX-10R long-term test bike against the British Superstock ZX-10R of Astro Racing Kawasaki.
Enjoy :)
Showing posts with label ZX10R. Show all posts
Showing posts with label ZX10R. Show all posts
Monday, January 5, 2009
2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R v 2008 Yamaha R1
Check out the first monster battle of 2008. In this video MCN pitch the new Kawasaki ZX-10R against the Yamaha R1 - MCN's superbike of choice for 2007. The ZX-10R has already ripped up the rule book by producing a staggering 170bhp - 8bhp more than the R1. It also flew down MCN test track at a genuine 184mph, in the wet!
Enjoy :)
Enjoy :)
Thursday, January 1, 2009
2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R Streering Damper Mod / Fix
Ohlins damper that comes with the Kawasaki ZX-10R from 06-09 is crap. It has the same built quality as other Ohlins aftermarket steering damper, but the function lacks. This is because of the needle inside which has a hole in it and release air even when you screw it to the max. I really not sure why they even bother putting a damper like this on a their flagship bike.
So. One day, I had decided to upgrade my damper. Since I want to do it, I thought modding the damper will be risk free for me, because if it doesn't work, I already can accept the lost. Hehehe.. kinda smart stupid thing. Word around the forum gave a clear guide how to mod the damper yourself. I like to share the little details with some pictures for you guys if you ever want try it yourself.
Here is the crap damper. The Ohlins sticker doesn't do any justice to it.
My open working space. Boy, I'm in for a surprise. If you choose to work the damper, put it on your table inside and get a shoebox. Why ah? I lost a tiny ball bearing and a C clip while doing this process. Take me a day to look for it again.
OK, time for the real thing. The first step, remove the tiny screw using an alankey at the side where you adjust the click.
I pause briefly while you are doing this... Hehehe. That's the Microsoft activation line.
One you have take it out. Note the C clip that prevents the joint to the remove permanently. Remove the C clip carefully. I use a knife. Be careful because it'll bounce when u set it free.
One you remove the joint, you can see the needle which you need to mod to have the damper fix. Use a long nose and unscrew it until it's completely loose. The needle are being locked by two ball bearing on each side of it. Careful not to lost these bearings.
How the needles, bearing(s) and a small spring looks like. I lost a bearing in this process. Couldn't find it again. That's why you only see one here. I went to a bearing shop for a replacement the next day.
I make a mistake on opening up the other end too. You should deal with the first end first. Then only you came to this. You should only open the other end when you want to re bleed the oil. But no harm done.
I use these epoxy glue to cover the needle holes after soldering it.
Err.. I don't know how this thing works. Hehehe... This cylindrical are on the other side of the damper. There's a sponge in it, use as a reservoir for access oils within the damper. The angle needle can be pull out half way, why? I have no idea. Should have been an Ohlins specialist.
The bleeding side. Which again you done have to open it first.
Again the needle. You can see three holes on it, two on each side and one on the top. Solder all three of them. After a few hours cold down, use the epoxy glue to confirm the seal. I have to wait 8 hours to make sure the epoxy completely bond. Then I use a knife to make the needle surface as flat as before. The needle close the tiny tunnel inside the damper, as no air could come out, this will make a complete lock on the damper.
The pain stacking process begins. This again make me think twice to ever mod a damper again. Note the teeth on the damper inside, the two ball bearing are being pushed side by side by the spring so you have the locking click sound. They have special tools for this. It you don't have them, it's nearly impossible to have them fix back again. I tried and tried, until I said screw them. I fix only a bearing for the time being.
Reverse the order and fix them back again. Once you done this, remove the other end cap and re bleed the oil. Take out the sponge first and remove the oil completely by pumping the damper. Make sure no air are inside the damper else you'll feel a free play which is very dangerous for riding.
Credit to guys on the zxforums.com and other kawiforums for this mod. How do they perform after? You'll get a complete lock (which you don't use) on the steering after this mod. I could only say for the fun of it, if you decide to change your damper, go ahead and try it. The OEM damper need to be more stiff to had it perform best on the Zx10R. Else, it's just pointless to put this damper on the ZX10R.
So. One day, I had decided to upgrade my damper. Since I want to do it, I thought modding the damper will be risk free for me, because if it doesn't work, I already can accept the lost. Hehehe.. kinda smart stupid thing. Word around the forum gave a clear guide how to mod the damper yourself. I like to share the little details with some pictures for you guys if you ever want try it yourself.
Here is the crap damper. The Ohlins sticker doesn't do any justice to it.
My open working space. Boy, I'm in for a surprise. If you choose to work the damper, put it on your table inside and get a shoebox. Why ah? I lost a tiny ball bearing and a C clip while doing this process. Take me a day to look for it again.
OK, time for the real thing. The first step, remove the tiny screw using an alankey at the side where you adjust the click.
I pause briefly while you are doing this... Hehehe. That's the Microsoft activation line.
One you have take it out. Note the C clip that prevents the joint to the remove permanently. Remove the C clip carefully. I use a knife. Be careful because it'll bounce when u set it free.
One you remove the joint, you can see the needle which you need to mod to have the damper fix. Use a long nose and unscrew it until it's completely loose. The needle are being locked by two ball bearing on each side of it. Careful not to lost these bearings.
How the needles, bearing(s) and a small spring looks like. I lost a bearing in this process. Couldn't find it again. That's why you only see one here. I went to a bearing shop for a replacement the next day.
I make a mistake on opening up the other end too. You should deal with the first end first. Then only you came to this. You should only open the other end when you want to re bleed the oil. But no harm done.
I use these epoxy glue to cover the needle holes after soldering it.
Err.. I don't know how this thing works. Hehehe... This cylindrical are on the other side of the damper. There's a sponge in it, use as a reservoir for access oils within the damper. The angle needle can be pull out half way, why? I have no idea. Should have been an Ohlins specialist.
The bleeding side. Which again you done have to open it first.
Again the needle. You can see three holes on it, two on each side and one on the top. Solder all three of them. After a few hours cold down, use the epoxy glue to confirm the seal. I have to wait 8 hours to make sure the epoxy completely bond. Then I use a knife to make the needle surface as flat as before. The needle close the tiny tunnel inside the damper, as no air could come out, this will make a complete lock on the damper.
The pain stacking process begins. This again make me think twice to ever mod a damper again. Note the teeth on the damper inside, the two ball bearing are being pushed side by side by the spring so you have the locking click sound. They have special tools for this. It you don't have them, it's nearly impossible to have them fix back again. I tried and tried, until I said screw them. I fix only a bearing for the time being.
Reverse the order and fix them back again. Once you done this, remove the other end cap and re bleed the oil. Take out the sponge first and remove the oil completely by pumping the damper. Make sure no air are inside the damper else you'll feel a free play which is very dangerous for riding.
Credit to guys on the zxforums.com and other kawiforums for this mod. How do they perform after? You'll get a complete lock (which you don't use) on the steering after this mod. I could only say for the fun of it, if you decide to change your damper, go ahead and try it. The OEM damper need to be more stiff to had it perform best on the Zx10R. Else, it's just pointless to put this damper on the ZX10R.
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Akrapovic Hexagonal Slip-On + Optional Link Pipe for ZX10R 2008 Part II
Here's how the Akrapovic Hexagonal Slip-On with the link pipe sounds like. Noise reduction insert are removed. Who install them anyway? Huhu...
Yummy!
Related Links :
http://300kmj.blogspot.com/2008/10/akrapovic-optional-link-pipe-for-zx10r.html
Yummy!
Related Links :
http://300kmj.blogspot.com/2008/10/akrapovic-optional-link-pipe-for-zx10r.html
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Akrapovic Evolution Full System for 2008/09 Kawasaki ZX-10R
Having tried the Akrapovic Hexagonal Slip-On with Akrapovic optional link pipe, I can say they are pretty awesome and worth the upgrade. I'm planning to upgrade to Akrapovic full system maybe early next year. There are two types. Racing and evolution. To summarized the differences with these two system, the Racing Line is made from a stainless steel pipes and the Evolution series is fully titanium. You can have two choices for the ZX-10R for racing which comes with Titanium mufflers or Carbon Fiber. And for the Evolution series, you can have the same choices with the Racing Line, but another special model is the CZ type, it comes with a conical shaped muffler.
The CZ Type Akrapovic Evolution Full system.
One that I had in mind. Carbon Fiber muffler looks awesome on an orange ZX-10R. Carbon is my first choice for my previous slip-on actually. But since they only had the titanium muffler at that time, I don't really mind. This time I would like to get as what I prefered to have.
Akrapovic claims an increase of 14.9hp compare to stock model and a weight saving up to 7.28kg. Hmm.... I wonder why do I even consider to spend all this money just for an exhaust system? Too much poison.
The CZ Type Akrapovic Evolution Full system.
One that I had in mind. Carbon Fiber muffler looks awesome on an orange ZX-10R. Carbon is my first choice for my previous slip-on actually. But since they only had the titanium muffler at that time, I don't really mind. This time I would like to get as what I prefered to have.
Akrapovic claims an increase of 14.9hp compare to stock model and a weight saving up to 7.28kg. Hmm.... I wonder why do I even consider to spend all this money just for an exhaust system? Too much poison.
Sunday, December 14, 2008
BMC Air Filter for 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R
Getting the best isn't that necessary. Getting that fit you requirement most is.
I option for a BMC Air Filter than K&N since word around is BMC is much better. And there are two type of them, a race version and a street. Hehe.. I go for the race version. It was claim to have 25% more air flow than the street. I guess the air that flow through the air is too much now. I had backfire when install the BMC compare to the standard air filter. Cool!
Fitting the BMC is now that complicated. Take out the tank, and open up the cover than swap it in. 1,2,3.
You can't tell much the different between the race and street version. Even the part number written on the filter shares the same number with each other. The yellow marking line differentiates them. Race version has this marking and the street one doesn't.
Guarantee limits.
Kawasaki ZX-10R OEM filter. Cost you about RM100.00. Recommended To change every 20,000km. But the BMC last for a lifetime.
My standard filter. After 11,000km of usage. These direct ram air system really gave the filter a hard time.
Neatly tuck in. They made them red so it'll be noticeable. Hmm... Correct ah?
So is it good? It's great!
I just took my bike for a track day today. The difference in noticeable. My bike sound better than before. It had that Darth Vader gene a bit. But I might say that to get full potential of this mod, you need to dyno and add up the PCIII. My air suck in to the bike has increase, so you need to play with them fuel injector to balance it back. The back fire I'm experiencing proves that.
I option for a BMC Air Filter than K&N since word around is BMC is much better. And there are two type of them, a race version and a street. Hehe.. I go for the race version. It was claim to have 25% more air flow than the street. I guess the air that flow through the air is too much now. I had backfire when install the BMC compare to the standard air filter. Cool!
Fitting the BMC is now that complicated. Take out the tank, and open up the cover than swap it in. 1,2,3.
You can't tell much the different between the race and street version. Even the part number written on the filter shares the same number with each other. The yellow marking line differentiates them. Race version has this marking and the street one doesn't.
Guarantee limits.
Kawasaki ZX-10R OEM filter. Cost you about RM100.00. Recommended To change every 20,000km. But the BMC last for a lifetime.
My standard filter. After 11,000km of usage. These direct ram air system really gave the filter a hard time.
Neatly tuck in. They made them red so it'll be noticeable. Hmm... Correct ah?
So is it good? It's great!
I just took my bike for a track day today. The difference in noticeable. My bike sound better than before. It had that Darth Vader gene a bit. But I might say that to get full potential of this mod, you need to dyno and add up the PCIII. My air suck in to the bike has increase, so you need to play with them fuel injector to balance it back. The back fire I'm experiencing proves that.
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Sepang Track Day 14.11.2008
Sifoo Is SMSes a day before about the track day. I then announce it on the Google Calendar. The fee is RM200.00, that's double from a normal track day. But it'll will be less crowded and instead of 2 hours, you got 3. I'm about 50-50 to join, work... hmm, but the fact that the the next track day is in another month and my tyre tread could only clock some more miles, I decided to joined. Epol wasn't available since I didn't made a prompt confirmation the night before. He had arrange an appointment later that evening.
They started from 2p.m to 5p.m. After Friday prayer, at 2, I head down to Sepang. The weather is terrific for a track day! It's been hot all morning. Felt a little bit lost of the 1/2 hours wasted on the highway. I even miss the KPE exit which is the fastest route from KL to Sepang now. Sigh..
When I've arrived, just a few bikers and racers where on the pit. Zamani, Panjang & his team were there too, they are the MSS champions, they were the regulars. Sifoo Is too has just arrived. That's him far in the below picture.
There's not more than 10 bikes around. But it then add up to about 15.
Felt like a track day from SIC, private and exclusive.
Perfect weather.
I set my tyre pressure to 32/32 first. I've been experimenting with the pressure all the time. 30/30 is the recommended setup from all racers here, 34/36 is what Pirelli would have ask me to do, but that would be on different ambiance. I like 31/31 more than 30/30, maybe due to my weight. But sometimes I forgot the feel. I'm trying 32/32 now. And I felt just great as well.
The newly installed Brembo 19RCS doing it's part again. Excellent. I can fell that my rear tyres are lifted on the hard breaking. Instead of the bike wobbling and swinging left and right, the rear lifted. I think it's the air pressure as well. How important a bike setup could be. Felt wonderful and scary when I pushed it too much. It's a gamble to stop the bike in such short distances, but there is confidence too. Since the brakes are wonderful, I get me wonder on the suspension setup as well. I got bumps on turn 3 entering the turn 4. Turn 9 as well. Want to ask Johnson and Ah Mend to consult. I want to be beat my own time next round.
Not crowded at all. So it's you and the track only. Keith Code said you have to beat the track, but you have to do it better than any other guy. That's the real secret!
Panjang & Zamani's ride are fully mod. Ohlins suspension, race fairing, they even change the crappy Kawa Ohlins damper to another Ohlins. Yoshi exhaust, Brembo brakes and calipers, and the list go on.
Carbon fiber rims on their fully mod ZX10R.
I love how the Titanium changes color because of the heat.
I manage to get 10 laps on the first round. I felt exhausted but can still go on. That's an improvement from all the futsal. Just before I could only push to 6 laps. I take time with this boys and lots of riding technic being shared to each other.
My best before was 2:45:00 in this circuit, and I average on 2:47:00. Average MSS riders can to 2:20:00 and best is around 2:15:00. MotoGP is close to 2:00:00. On this day, I brake my own time, I was averaging on 2:43:00 and manage to get best on 2:40:00. Hahaha! This is big for me and I'm so happy that I'm improving by time. Sepang have 15 corners, I average I take 1-1.5 sec more time from the average MSS rider. So if I'm quick a sec every corner, I could at least do 2:25:00. Hehehe... This will be my next goal.
2:40:00 is scary for me. I manage to get this time after about 24 laps if my calculation are correct. I have to set each pace target on every corner.
1. My speed must not be less than 75km on turn 1, and I must hit at least 260km/h before entering. But the Akrapovic looses the top end. On RPM 10-13, it climbs slowly. This made it very difficult for me.
2. Before getting to turn 4, I must get 210km.
3. Before getting to turn 9, I must get 190km.
4. I must have 120km/h when I start to exit turn 15. Else it would be hard to get 260km/h and the end of the straight.
So this factors was that I take so much attention. It's only 4 point. But from what Keith is saying, all the points are are important. I know I could have to work harder. So imagine how hard do all the racers work.
I played until the fuel is finish. Yippy! This is really great and the RM200.00 felt worth paying now.
Even my suit is tired after all this. I shot another angle but it seems giving another idea.
Pirelli Diablo Corsa III works well. Imagine having the Supercorsa pulak! Tyre choice gonna be hard on the next change. Hmmm...
The effect are not as extreme as if you were using Battlax 016 or 015.
I made my tyre spin on turn 3. The rear tyre spins faster, and I'm drifting!. It felt great... excited... then scared, when the third sensation kick in, I quickly roll off gas. Hahaha.. It's a very rewarding situation, but I don't think I can duplicate it back again, in time maybe. I'm scared I'll be crashing my bike, this happen in just seconds, imagine how quick you have to react and always have to be ready. Have to wait to play offroad with Tok Mat to get some more Kung Fu steps.
At 5:20p.m, everyone has left. It was raining after that and I go and hang out with Epol at his office.
I still don't do justice on my right slider. My problem is still not getting use the hang on on right turns. I must admit I was going for the speed. I don't feel comfortable yet with my right position. The left is all clear. :)
I gonna have fun reading this back when I could hit 2:30:00.
They started from 2p.m to 5p.m. After Friday prayer, at 2, I head down to Sepang. The weather is terrific for a track day! It's been hot all morning. Felt a little bit lost of the 1/2 hours wasted on the highway. I even miss the KPE exit which is the fastest route from KL to Sepang now. Sigh..
When I've arrived, just a few bikers and racers where on the pit. Zamani, Panjang & his team were there too, they are the MSS champions, they were the regulars. Sifoo Is too has just arrived. That's him far in the below picture.
There's not more than 10 bikes around. But it then add up to about 15.
Felt like a track day from SIC, private and exclusive.
Perfect weather.
I set my tyre pressure to 32/32 first. I've been experimenting with the pressure all the time. 30/30 is the recommended setup from all racers here, 34/36 is what Pirelli would have ask me to do, but that would be on different ambiance. I like 31/31 more than 30/30, maybe due to my weight. But sometimes I forgot the feel. I'm trying 32/32 now. And I felt just great as well.
The newly installed Brembo 19RCS doing it's part again. Excellent. I can fell that my rear tyres are lifted on the hard breaking. Instead of the bike wobbling and swinging left and right, the rear lifted. I think it's the air pressure as well. How important a bike setup could be. Felt wonderful and scary when I pushed it too much. It's a gamble to stop the bike in such short distances, but there is confidence too. Since the brakes are wonderful, I get me wonder on the suspension setup as well. I got bumps on turn 3 entering the turn 4. Turn 9 as well. Want to ask Johnson and Ah Mend to consult. I want to be beat my own time next round.
Not crowded at all. So it's you and the track only. Keith Code said you have to beat the track, but you have to do it better than any other guy. That's the real secret!
Panjang & Zamani's ride are fully mod. Ohlins suspension, race fairing, they even change the crappy Kawa Ohlins damper to another Ohlins. Yoshi exhaust, Brembo brakes and calipers, and the list go on.
Carbon fiber rims on their fully mod ZX10R.
I love how the Titanium changes color because of the heat.
I manage to get 10 laps on the first round. I felt exhausted but can still go on. That's an improvement from all the futsal. Just before I could only push to 6 laps. I take time with this boys and lots of riding technic being shared to each other.
My best before was 2:45:00 in this circuit, and I average on 2:47:00. Average MSS riders can to 2:20:00 and best is around 2:15:00. MotoGP is close to 2:00:00. On this day, I brake my own time, I was averaging on 2:43:00 and manage to get best on 2:40:00. Hahaha! This is big for me and I'm so happy that I'm improving by time. Sepang have 15 corners, I average I take 1-1.5 sec more time from the average MSS rider. So if I'm quick a sec every corner, I could at least do 2:25:00. Hehehe... This will be my next goal.
2:40:00 is scary for me. I manage to get this time after about 24 laps if my calculation are correct. I have to set each pace target on every corner.
1. My speed must not be less than 75km on turn 1, and I must hit at least 260km/h before entering. But the Akrapovic looses the top end. On RPM 10-13, it climbs slowly. This made it very difficult for me.
2. Before getting to turn 4, I must get 210km.
3. Before getting to turn 9, I must get 190km.
4. I must have 120km/h when I start to exit turn 15. Else it would be hard to get 260km/h and the end of the straight.
So this factors was that I take so much attention. It's only 4 point. But from what Keith is saying, all the points are are important. I know I could have to work harder. So imagine how hard do all the racers work.
I played until the fuel is finish. Yippy! This is really great and the RM200.00 felt worth paying now.
Even my suit is tired after all this. I shot another angle but it seems giving another idea.
Pirelli Diablo Corsa III works well. Imagine having the Supercorsa pulak! Tyre choice gonna be hard on the next change. Hmmm...
The effect are not as extreme as if you were using Battlax 016 or 015.
I made my tyre spin on turn 3. The rear tyre spins faster, and I'm drifting!. It felt great... excited... then scared, when the third sensation kick in, I quickly roll off gas. Hahaha.. It's a very rewarding situation, but I don't think I can duplicate it back again, in time maybe. I'm scared I'll be crashing my bike, this happen in just seconds, imagine how quick you have to react and always have to be ready. Have to wait to play offroad with Tok Mat to get some more Kung Fu steps.
At 5:20p.m, everyone has left. It was raining after that and I go and hang out with Epol at his office.
I still don't do justice on my right slider. My problem is still not getting use the hang on on right turns. I must admit I was going for the speed. I don't feel comfortable yet with my right position. The left is all clear. :)
I gonna have fun reading this back when I could hit 2:30:00.
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
'08/09 ZX10R ZXRR Replica
I love this! I love this!
Huhu...
Nice color...
Saving the best for last... Muahahaha
Picture credit to http://www.hoely.de/
Huhu...
Nice color...
Saving the best for last... Muahahaha
Picture credit to http://www.hoely.de/
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Akrapovic Optional Link Pipe for ZX10R 2008
From the Akrapovic catalog :
"Measurements of the Akrapovic SLIP-ON OPEN +optional link pipe system on the Kawasaki ZX 10R (without noise damper):
Power & Torque: The Akrapovic SLIP-ON system will deliver a big power and torque increase from a simple modification. Power output is smoother over the entire rpm range. We measured a max. power of 171.6 HP at 12350 rpm on back wheel and max. power increase of 10.3 HP at 12400 rpm. The torque is increased over the entire rpm range, which is exceptionally useful for more comfortable and smooth riding. With our SLIP-ON systems you will also save 3.48 kg in comparison with the stock muffler."
I didn't blog when I install the slip-on. I've always been a fan to Akrapovic. The finishing and performance are excellent. I ordered my slip-on with the optional link pipe because the full system is too damn expensive. Attaching a slip-on is mainly for the sound. Akra is unique for me, the noise is well kept on the low rev and it'll sing high note on high rev. Just great when getting home late at night from TTS without waking up the neighbours.
I ordered mine from Mok Motor. Who else for me? Hehe... the link pipe has been misordered. So that day I just installed the slip-on. I want to test my bike for a few months first before modding the exhaust. So I can appreciate how the Akra feels. It was great in torque, but I sacrifice the top-end. On Sepang straight in standard, it could reach up to 280km/h at the end, but on the Akra I could only manage 265km/h. No PCIII is installed, but that must be it. It's still runs on the standard ECU programming.
After close to three months, Mok gave me a call, jus like Ah Meng, "Wei... itu link pipe sudah sampai liau...". Hehehe... another music to my ears.
The link pipe. It's made from a stainless steel. But it'll stain anyway.
Hollow.. nothing is inside.
Goodies that comes together with it. Nothing much, no manuals. The manuals are shipped with the slip-on.
This one have to go. Hehe... Akra claims it save me 3.48kg, but I just gain weight 5kg.
Every action has an opposite and equal reaction. That's why I'm playing futsal!
Ah Wah is fitting it. He only use the hammer.
Nahh.... I'm just kidding.
Easy as 1, 2, 3. Perfect fit.
I managed to get a MotoGP voice out of this bike for a while. And I was thinking on holding to this config. Hmm... Bad idea.
The looks after finish isn't noticeable. Just like a standard.
...and I'm loving it.
Overall, the RPM increase much more better, smoother. Since it's is direct now, the sound are much more excellent too. How does it performs? Gonna wait for tomorrow.
15.11.08 22:02 : Update :
I've tried the slip on with the link pipe for about three weeks now. Previously I use the stock for 3 months, and just the slip-on for another 3. I love it! There is no backfire, and I didn't even do any mapping or install a PCIII yet. I've ask few riders behind me and they confirmed there was never a back fire from this setup. This must means that the mixture of air and fuel are well. But a PCIII of course will make sure it went well from all the RPM range. The torque improvement is very noticeable, it has been notice since the slip-on was installed. But with link pipe, it is much more smoother throughout the RPM, you'll love the low and mid. Top range is not that good. RPM ranging from 10k-13k is a little disappointment, but acceptable for the performance gain. Sounds great too, especially on the high range.
My next step is the BMC air filter, still in dilemma over race and street version, then probably the PCIII.
Related links :
http://300kmj.blogspot.com/2008/12/akrapovic-optional-link-pipe-for-zx10r.html
"Measurements of the Akrapovic SLIP-ON OPEN +optional link pipe system on the Kawasaki ZX 10R (without noise damper):
Power & Torque: The Akrapovic SLIP-ON system will deliver a big power and torque increase from a simple modification. Power output is smoother over the entire rpm range. We measured a max. power of 171.6 HP at 12350 rpm on back wheel and max. power increase of 10.3 HP at 12400 rpm. The torque is increased over the entire rpm range, which is exceptionally useful for more comfortable and smooth riding. With our SLIP-ON systems you will also save 3.48 kg in comparison with the stock muffler."
I didn't blog when I install the slip-on. I've always been a fan to Akrapovic. The finishing and performance are excellent. I ordered my slip-on with the optional link pipe because the full system is too damn expensive. Attaching a slip-on is mainly for the sound. Akra is unique for me, the noise is well kept on the low rev and it'll sing high note on high rev. Just great when getting home late at night from TTS without waking up the neighbours.
I ordered mine from Mok Motor. Who else for me? Hehe... the link pipe has been misordered. So that day I just installed the slip-on. I want to test my bike for a few months first before modding the exhaust. So I can appreciate how the Akra feels. It was great in torque, but I sacrifice the top-end. On Sepang straight in standard, it could reach up to 280km/h at the end, but on the Akra I could only manage 265km/h. No PCIII is installed, but that must be it. It's still runs on the standard ECU programming.
After close to three months, Mok gave me a call, jus like Ah Meng, "Wei... itu link pipe sudah sampai liau...". Hehehe... another music to my ears.
The link pipe. It's made from a stainless steel. But it'll stain anyway.
Hollow.. nothing is inside.
Goodies that comes together with it. Nothing much, no manuals. The manuals are shipped with the slip-on.
This one have to go. Hehe... Akra claims it save me 3.48kg, but I just gain weight 5kg.
Every action has an opposite and equal reaction. That's why I'm playing futsal!
Ah Wah is fitting it. He only use the hammer.
Nahh.... I'm just kidding.
Easy as 1, 2, 3. Perfect fit.
I managed to get a MotoGP voice out of this bike for a while. And I was thinking on holding to this config. Hmm... Bad idea.
The looks after finish isn't noticeable. Just like a standard.
...and I'm loving it.
Overall, the RPM increase much more better, smoother. Since it's is direct now, the sound are much more excellent too. How does it performs? Gonna wait for tomorrow.
15.11.08 22:02 : Update :
I've tried the slip on with the link pipe for about three weeks now. Previously I use the stock for 3 months, and just the slip-on for another 3. I love it! There is no backfire, and I didn't even do any mapping or install a PCIII yet. I've ask few riders behind me and they confirmed there was never a back fire from this setup. This must means that the mixture of air and fuel are well. But a PCIII of course will make sure it went well from all the RPM range. The torque improvement is very noticeable, it has been notice since the slip-on was installed. But with link pipe, it is much more smoother throughout the RPM, you'll love the low and mid. Top range is not that good. RPM ranging from 10k-13k is a little disappointment, but acceptable for the performance gain. Sounds great too, especially on the high range.
My next step is the BMC air filter, still in dilemma over race and street version, then probably the PCIII.
Related links :
http://300kmj.blogspot.com/2008/12/akrapovic-optional-link-pipe-for-zx10r.html
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)