New Monster S2R 1000 - Where to start

[brad black]

I believe mine was reflashed by the dealer

photo of dash display?  i've never seen a pre nouvo with any message on the dash.  without the canbus system the nouvo's use i can't see how it could be programmed into the ecu.

[herm]

Ok great ideas,

I'm going to change the pads, fluids and filters just so I know that is all taken care of.  I also have a tail chop kit on the way with replacement signals for the front and rear, I think this will help show the bike and single sidedness off a bit (I am in the less-is-more camp).

I hear the tip about getting a feel for the bike before changing the geometry/ergos.   Here is a bit of my inspiration for changes:

I happen to know a little bit about that bike....

Homegrown tail chop
Clear Alternatives integrated LED brake light/turn signals
Quat D exhaust
Black Rizoma rearsets
Gold SpeedyMoto pressure plate
Black Motowheels? open clutch cover
DP gel seat
SpeedyMoto top triple clamp
LSL clip ons
CRG bar end mirrors
Gold Rizoma reservoirs
Gauges dropped below the top triple
Headlight lowered

Probably a few other things that I am forgetting.....and the bike looks a lot different these days.

[herm]

Also, i may have missed it. If you don't know when the belts were last changed, it would be a good idea to be proactive with that.

[herm]

Here is what the bike looks like today.

[DarkMonster620]

I happen to know a little bit about that bike....

Clear Alternatives integrated LED brake light/turn signals
Quat D exhaust
Black Rizoma rearsets
Gold SpeedyMoto pressure plate
Black Motowheels? open clutch cover
DP gel seat
SpeedyMoto top triple clamp
LSL clip ons
CRG bar end mirrors
Gold Rizoma reservoirs
Gauges dropped below the top triple
Headlight lowered

Probably a few other things that I am forgetting.....and the bike looks a lot different these days.

I knew I had seen that bike before . . .

[seevtsaab]

Belts ....

[Greg]

photo of dash display?  i've never seen a pre nouvo with any message on the dash.  without the canbus system the nouvo's use i can't see how it could be programmed into the ecu.

Sorry but I sold the bike earlier in the year, so no pics available, but am 100% sure it scrolled DP across the dash when it was initially turned on.

[herm]

Sorry but I sold the bike earlier in the year, so no pics available, but am 100% sure it scrolled DP across the dash when it was initially turned on.

my 2006 s2r1000 (pictured above) with stock ECU has never scrolled DP across the dash.

[jthunder]

Sweet ride herm,  i'd have to say I lie the before shot but thats just me and might be just a better angle.

On the cosmetic side ive completed a tail chop using monstertailchop kit with the anodized frame bolts and replacing the rear light and signals with a smoked all in one led unit (pics coming soon). It worked really well except for the seat latch on the DP seat was too low which I fixed with two washers.  I also removed the rear footpegs and windscreen as I only plan on riding one up and theyre easy to put back on.  The windscreen really just bounced around and imo looks a little goofy.  Again easy enough to remount for longer highway trips.

On the functional side.  The bike came with open belt covers.  Well plastic ones that only cover the sides of the belts.  Not sure what to think about this as some say they've used them completly open without problem.  Im thinking that the belts could use a change.  Tips for replacement?  Something I should attempt? What tools?

The other main item is the suspension that needs to be setup for me properlyboth the rear shock and front forks feel too soft to me, and at 190 lbs move a lot during normal city riding.

Ill update more later.

[herm]

Sweet ride herm,  i'd have to say I lie the before shot but thats just me and might be just a better angle.

On the cosmetic side ive completed a tail chop using monstertailchop kit with the anodized frame bolts and replacing the rear light and signals with a smoked all in one led unit (pics coming soon). It worked really well except for the seat latch on the DP seat was too low which I fixed with two washers.  I also removed the rear footpegs and windscreen as I only plan on riding one up and theyre easy to put back on.  The windscreen really just bounced around and imo looks a little goofy.  Again easy enough to remount for longer highway trips.

On the functional side.  The bike came with open belt covers.  Well plastic ones that only cover the sides of the belts.  Not sure what to think about this as some say they've used them completly open without problem.  Im thinking that the belts could use a change.  Tips for replacement?  Something I should attempt? What tools?

The other main item is the suspension that needs to be setup for me properlyboth the rear shock and front forks feel too soft to me, and at 190 lbs move a lot during normal city riding.

Ill update more later.

Doing the belts yourself depends on your mechanical aptitude i think. Make sure they are done, sooner than later.

My experience with the stock suspension was similar to yours (175#) Honestly, there is not much you can do with it in "stock" form. Look into having the forks rebuilt custom for you,....or go shopping for a better set.

[jthunder]

Aren't the showa forks fully adjustable on the s2r1000?  I thought the non adjustable forks were on the 800.

[Howie]

They are, but adjustment if the spring and valving are not suitable for you is not very helpful.

[jduke]

Get a repair manual from LT at desmotimes.com
I would get rid of the open belt covers unless you plan to ride this bike on beautiful sunny days only. The bearings will rust and one day you'll pop a belt.

[jthunder]

Ok, I found the service manual in PDF format which is really helpful and a must have for any adjustments I'd say.

I'm going to be following the instructions found here for getting the suspension setup this weekend with a friend of mine who just happened to pick-up the exact same year and model of S2R.

And here is a picture of mine, now with the tail chop done and smoked integrated LED tail light installed, and handlebar risers removed. Normally the passenger sets are also removed but I was giving a ride out so they're on.   The rear tire is also scheduled for replacement this winter.

[saherens]

For the suspension look into getting racetech front springs. They have a chart with the recommended spring weight for each persons weight. I had it done to my bike this summer and it made a world of a difference. For me I had the rear shock adjusted slightly which helped a lot too but I would recommend getting a heavier rear spring as well (I'm only 170 or so). Just as a warning though the kit does not come with spacers so you may have to cut your own but the mechanic at my dealer didn't have any trouble with them.