Probably not the best mods for a noob. I wouldn't tackle these personally.On my 06 zx10r replacing stock intake cam with a 3rd gen intake cam and installing microsquirt ecu were the best mods, it made a huge difference power wise, a difference I could feel, gained at least 4mph in a 1/4 mile.
https://youtu.be/XvlQrhHZOvg Here is a video on the intake cam upgrade.
I must of missed noob mods, my bad. Good luck beating that zx14r, no noob mod is going to get you there, just save your money and save up for a zx14r or h2.Probably not the best mods for a noob. I wouldn't tackle these personally.
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This is true. What gen are we working with anyway? I'm guessing 1 or 2?There are motorcycle shops that can do the job. Noob mods gets you no gains, but will drain your wallet just as fast.
Exactly. Unless you are in contention for the lap record at COTA or Mugello, you can't use any more power. It's all about control. Better brakes, better control levers/pedals, suspension, fueling, tires, chain.I'm a noob myself, and feel like the best things I can do are those that give me better control of the bike. I really don't need more power. What would I really do with it anyway?
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I must of missed noob mods, my bad. Good luck beating that zx14r, no noob mod is going to get you there, just save your money and save up for a zx14r or h2.
Exactly. Unless you are in contention for the lap record at COTA or Mugello, you can't use any more power. It's all about control. Better brakes, better control levers/pedals, suspension, fueling, tires, chain.
There's nothing you can do about that ZX-14. Buy one, or buy an H2, if you expect to keep up with one of those.
Geared +2 in the back, gps indicated 186.7 - I believe the front sprocket is stock, Mind going blank rnWhat's the top end on your g1?
I would use more power to kick more ass :crackup: I don't want to get too much into how I am with my gen 1 but more power is just what I want.I'm a noob myself, and feel like the best things I can do are those that give me better control of the bike. I really don't need more power. What would I really do with it anyway?
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That's what I should've done. I have it on film lol. He wasn't on the camera until I pinned it in 6th. Before his flash/tune, that rarely happened but I want more hp several other reasons. I was listing the 14r incident to comedic but that went wrong. Guys saying there's not a need for more power but I don't think they understand :grin2:I've taken a few 14rs out but he trick is once you're ahead let out lol cuz they be chargin hard. The gen 4 or 5 will pull it but man them 14s get movin on the big end
I just fear that the $ you'll have to spend to hang with the new bikes, you coulda bought one... Used gen 4 are very reasonably priced I've noticed.My main point is, I love my bike so much that I'd rather add more horsepower to what I have instead of buying the newer, stronger models. Personally, I just couldn't find enough information to make choices on what to buy so I came to the bike gods.
I just fear that the $ you'll have to spend to hang with the new bikes, you coulda bought one... Used gen 4 are very reasonably priced I've noticed.
Don't reflash the gen 1, it is already unrestricted. With -1+2 gearing your top speed will be 170mph. Beware of gimmick mods like the k&n filter, TRE, etc. There is power to be had in the head. cam timing & combustion chamber size. A full exhaust from the right manufacturer will show gains in the midrange. I do not recommend brocks for gen 1. Try Akra, Hindle, Yosh.
To be honest, if you want to win the highway races, you need a turbo or a newer bike. Id stay away from gen 4 and go to the gen 5, or buy a newer zx14. If you love gen 1, turbo it. That should be enough power.
For suspension, I think the gen 1 stock suspension is decent if you get it set up right. I wouldn't try to win races through the mountains, but it is plenty good for street. The race suspension is not going to be plusher. One thing you can try is the ZX6R dogbone linkage for the rear shock. Supposed to better for solo riding.
The gen 1 brakes suck, as you know. Plenty of options to fix that. First thing I would do is braided lines, then master and calipers.
These two posts contain all the knowledge i was looking for. I already run zx14r calipers on my bike with braided lines lol. That was the first thing I did after I started pushing my bike further & further.Power commander, ignition module, full akrapovic exhaust, braided brake lines, 19x18 master cylinder, built for your weight stock suspension just do cartridges and springs front and rear, rear sets, and you're good to go. as johns said, ecu doesn't need to be flashed, just tuned.
