When to do performance mods...

[Brainfry]

So quick question... when do you guys start adding the pipes, cams, ecu's, airbox lids, filters, etc. I mean do any of you wait at least until the 600 mile break in is over so that you have something to compare the new system to? Kinda like a "before/after" scenario? Or is it even before you even have 20 miles on it... ie, "Must. Get. OEM. Pipe. Off. Now." Is there a benefit either way? I've done it both ways, but without rhyme or reason at times...

Thanks,

b

[acesanugal]

My full Termi and ECU were installed the day I brought the thing home. It had 8 miles on it. Do mods now.

[nwrob]

I'd say do your mods off the showroom floor too but if you'll be doing any dyno time your baseline numbers will be more realistic after a proper break-in.

[euromotoaz]

If it is just a matter of installing pipes and a re-map, I would do it immediately. If you are looking at more hard parts, where you are tearing into the engine, I would feel safer getting a few miles under my belt just to weed out any bugs and warranty issues. Just personal preference, really. I would add that much of my willingness to mod would depend on my relationship with my dealer, and their willingness to perform warranty service on a modded bike.

Tom

[hyperduck]

Nothing happens if you do it before taking the bike home...

But I prefered to do it later so I could compare

[totnac]

Originally Posted by acesanugal

My full Termi and ECU were installed the day I brought the thing home. It had 8 miles on it. Do mods now.

same here...

already put in 220 mls last saturday

i plan on putting it in the dyno

[ZX10R]

slip-ons after 300 miles and the rest after 1000 miles. Due to the parts and weather overhere.

[skelotor]

spend your money on track time. When you run out of power on the track then do the performance mods.

[parkcrf]

I did it all before I picked up the bike - 2-1-2 termis, PC3, DNA filter,etc..
It's probably better to ride it stock for a bit and then do some mods, that way you will be more excited and notice the difference. I've never ridden the bike stock so I have no idea what thats like.

I always mod the hell out of all my bikes. It is my passion and hobby. It is nice though to ride it for a while and then each new mod will be an exciting deal.

Salud

[Shift-Tech]

I drove 12mls before I decided to do the complete engine- cams, headwork, HQ Pistons and so on...... and don't regret it at all.