Input: Mods for Tricolore S4RS

[beelzebub]

OK - I've done a couple small mods so far and was looking to get some input on what comes next.
Done:
- CRG lanesplitter/blindsight
- Speedymoto pressure plate & cover
- Homemade mini-tail chop (removed fender, put on a couple brackets to move plate back)
- Destickerification & antireflectorizing

A current pic:


Here is where I could use some input:
- I hate the plastic tail & floppy plastic turn signals (F&R). I really don't want to cut the frame but I'd like a new tail (carbon?) and signals - any suggestions? FYI,  I will eventually go with a full termi system and don't like the look of a full chop with the long pipes...

- I want to take the passenger pegs off but I can't bust through the red loctite the factory thought was necessary to put on there. Tried a soldering iron to heat the bolt but no luck. Don't want to take a torch down there either - any suggestions?

- Carbon hugger for the rear.

- Other suggestions?

[corey]

I don't have one, but i want one:
http://www.monsterparts.com/pc/ZU-C010EDM/Bodywork-Carbon/ZU-C010EDM.html

Short tail from carbonworld.de i believe. Monsterparts is out of stock i guess...

[beelzebub]

I like the short tail...found it @ shopducati.com for $341.99

http://www.shopducati.com/scs_search_results.htm?search=96949002B&imageField.x=41&imageField.y=12

...and it's in stock according to an email reply I just received!

[ODrides]

Can't imagine enough torque and good hex wrench wouldn't turn those passenger peg bolts.

Check to make sure your licence plate won't hit your tire at full compression.

[jesse370]

DP performance kit.

it really really really transforms the bike into a animal, its just loony

[mxwinky]

Congrats on a fantastic bike.  I think I'm finally done modding my Tricolore, and here are my recommendations:

Carbon rear hugger, carbon chain guards, carbon heel guards, carbon sprocket cover - just finished up what the factory left off here.

Shorty carbon tail from Monster Parts - basically the same as the DP part but for much less $$$.  I used the stock turnsignals, but DP (and others) offer smaller turnsignals that would look a bit tidier.  Personal preference here.

Destickerification & removal of reflectors from front forks.

Removed passenger pegs as soon as I got it home.  Get out a breaker bar and give it a good tug; the bolts will come out.

And the mod of all mods - full Termi kit from DP.  It comes with its own dedicated ECU which really makes the bike come alive and gets rid of the excessive Euro-3 leanness and resultant airbox popping and occasional flameouts.  The bike runs flawlessly with this setup; absolutely no complaints.  In back-to-back tests I decided to leave in the baffles because it gave me better low-end snap while keeping the sound within reason.  Again, personal preference here, but overall I think the full system is a must-do.  It looks fantastic, sounds great, and runs like it's meant to - like a scalded ape!  Since I didn't chop the tail but only added the shorty carbon bit, the exhaust doesn't stick out in a gangly fashion past the rear of the bike, which IMO keeps the look sharp.

While in the shop for the exhaust/ECU install the tech removed the ugly emissions canister too.  Looks much better.

What else?  Hmmm, let's see . . . Oh yeah, Speedymoto frame sliders.  Looks good and adds a bit of protection.  Hey, the radiator alone is $1600 so I'll take whatever protection I can get!

And now I've got over 2000 miles on it and the smiles never cease.  Damn fine bike!

[beelzebub]

thanks for the advice guys....i'll check the plate clearance tonight. Then bust out the breaker bar and try again.

As for the DP Termi kit - that is on the list but I've got to wait for the $$$.

[yamifixer]

BEST MOD POSSIBLE. PUT MY NAME ON THE TITLE.

[hypurone]

OK - I've done a couple small mods so far and was looking to get some input on what comes next.
Done:
- CRG lanesplitter/blindsight
- Speedymoto pressure plate & cover
- Homemade mini-tail chop (removed fender, put on a couple brackets to move plate back)
- Destickerification & antireflectorizing

A current pic:


Here is where I could use some input:
- I hate the plastic tail & floppy plastic turn signals (F&R). I really don't want to cut the frame but I'd like a new tail (carbon?) and signals - any suggestions? FYI,  I will eventually go with a full termi system and don't like the look of a full chop with the long pipes...

- I want to take the passenger pegs off but I can't bust through the red loctite the factory thought was necessary to put on there. Tried a soldering iron to heat the bolt but no luck. Don't want to take a torch down there either - any suggestions?
- Carbon hugger for the rear.

- Other suggestions?

There is a tool called an impact driver. Usually a 3/8" but can be found in 1/2". 3/8" is usually sufficient and you can use a step up adapter if needed for using 1/2" sockets etc. The tool accepts socket driven bits or sockets themselves. This coupled with the hex or socket you need and a hammer, and you are good to go...

[LA]

Don 't do ANY cosmetic mods. Your bike is a cosmetic tour de force as delivered.  Ride the bike.

The ONLY cheap mod and the most effective is a 14 tooth front sprocket. 6th gear is useless otherwise.

The Termi "race" kit is a MUST do - not an option. It makes the bike what the designer/manufacturer meant it to be, rather than what DOT/EPA would allow. The bike is a relative "piece of shit" without it.

Look on the moto-one site. The baffles IN reduces torque in the most important (low part) of the power range.

If you plan to ride the bike hard at all a steering damper is very useful mod. I was a naysayer on this, but am a card carrying convert.

LA

[factorPlayer]

There appears to be some type of weird contraption perched on your bars 

[beelzebub]

OK - I managed to beat the passenger peg bolts into submission so those are off now.

Unless someone wants to front me the $3k for the termi kit - it has to wait.

As for the 'weird contraption' on the bars - I took the bike on a road trip for a couple of days on some (way) back roads. It looks better than an empty tank of gas but YRMV.

[CDawg]

As for the 'weird contraption' on the bars - I took the bike on a road trip for a couple of days on some (way) back roads. It looks better than an empty tank of gas but YRMV.

I think you mean it's a Garmin Zumo

[LA]

I'm not made of money either.

Check around. I paid $2100 for my kit at the time of purchase and one hour shop time ($80) for install.

LA

[factorPlayer]

I think you mean it's a Garmin Zumo

It's like a wart on a model's ass