First Bike Turned Race Bike - Project and Progress
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Topic: First Bike Turned Race Bike - Project and Progress
Posted By: Mikaela
Subject: First Bike Turned Race Bike - Project and Progress
Date Posted: 28 Jun 2016 at 15:33
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So there I was at the age of 24, just passed my direct access and two days later was the proud owner of an 03 RSV Mille - no test ride, no nothing. The reason I bought the bike? It was different to the cliche GSXR's and common Honda's. So just under two years on, I was approached by the Iron Maidens all female endurance racing team to see if i'd ever thought about racing? Not really, at this point i'd done three trackdays and so far not crashed it - so I thought why not! I enjoyed trackdays, felt settled on the bike and quite frankly the idea of a female team sounded quite fun. There's been comments so far but the key idea of this is that i'm not racing because i'm fast, i'm racing because I want to be faster. At this point its worth mentioning that i've obviously not done all the following work myself, massive thank you to wigginsjp, aka Wiggy, AKA totally awesome boyfriend for his hard work, patience and continuous support. Modifications and adjustments to what was a bog standard 03 - - Gearing 16/44 - Redrat modded collector - Griff open airbox mod - Akrapovic RSV4 end can, modified with dual core - Oberon clutch slave - Carbon front mudguard and swingarm protectors - 180/60 rear tyre - lengthened chain to 110 and remove rear hugger - Lockwire oil filter, sump, oil tank and filler cap - Carbon engine covers - Race fairings all round (removal of side stand and full race bellypan) - Soft compound renthal grips - Tank stomp grips - Front suspension overhaul So you ask 'whats involved in endurance racing? What are the other girls riding?' The series which i'm going into is the No Limits Endurance Series, races range from three hours to eight hours with a minimum of two riders per team, and a maximum of four. Depending on the length of the race the team i've joined will typically have their riders do anything from 20 minute stints to 45 minute stints, at which point there's a changeover of transponder in the pits before the next rider heads out. The other girls bikes include R6's, GSXR 750 & 1000 and Triumph 675's - racing in both the 600cc and 1000cc class. Engine covers, lock wiring and tyre choice are compulsory (Pirelli or Metzeler), as is a full bellypan which will catch fluids. So whats a project thread with no pictures? From past to present, including some recent trackday ones on the OEM fairings. I plan to keep this thread updated with news and progress, you can also follow the team directly on facebook. http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/Random/420F3D94-58A5-4BAA-BB46-82EB2B397D7B_zps8dw44eul.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/DC49C901-8B3E-4E8B-BF88-2B7BC86ED1E4_zpsm1ks2ggm.jpeg.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/88EC8A3A-B588-4C73-A62F-9B4DFF77AA73_zpsdcwjlhzm.png.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/51637356-208D-4457-9C49-B12882FFFF7E_zpsi21apeda.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/05684E32-6DCB-4105-A0C5-6F71F2E26C71_zps5q5chwov.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/59C9BA34-344C-4CE6-9D5E-B7EE99D09561_zpsjzwbsauh.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/BD7A2181-F016-4558-891D-725DD346AC86_zpsul4xb9iy.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/27A95847-CC94-46C5-A356-BE004A8CC0BF_zps4iyxsvvr.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  Link to the teams facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/Iron-Maidens-Road-Racing-EnduranceTeam-309299379266057/ First race is at Silverstone in July, followed by Brands Hatch, then ending the year at Donington
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Posted By: Olie
Date Posted: 28 Jun 2016 at 15:45
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Fair play to ya, it'll be interesting following your progress. Best of luck Tim 
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Posted By: badapple
Date Posted: 28 Jun 2016 at 15:57
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Great thread go for it, I used to follow the nlc excellent racing and a good mix.of different bikes. Good luck ------------- I started out with nothing and I've still got most of it left |
Posted By: redratbike
Date Posted: 28 Jun 2016 at 15:58
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woo hoo good start to a thread ...tank and seat pins will be sent after the weekend.. "There's been comments so far" really? obviously from guys... maybe they are scared of getting beat by a girl/woman/lady/female.... delete as appropriate ha ha ha I don't think it would bother me if you are a quicker rider you are a quicker rider simples! -------------  |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 28 Jun 2016 at 16:10
| Thanks for the comments guys, and massively appreciate the pins Mark! |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 28 Jun 2016 at 16:38
Looks mega that.nice carbon cover too were did you buy that after the left side myself 
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Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 28 Jun 2016 at 17:00
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Hi Mark, do you mean the swingarm covers or engine covers? If it's the engine covers then motoforza - https://www.motoforza.cz/produkty" rel="nofollow - https://www.motoforza.cz/produkty they do some great stuff! They're also Moulded from originals (indent of the Aprilia stand on the inside) so the fitment is great, they're also carbon over Kevlar - really impressed with the quality |
Posted By: redratbike
Date Posted: 28 Jun 2016 at 17:31
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I have a Kevlar one some where but cant remember if its clutch or stator side
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Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 28 Jun 2016 at 19:04
Hi yes the engine cover thank you for link
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Mikaela wrote:Posted By: WARNZ
Date Posted: 28 Jun 2016 at 19:58
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Well done good on ya mikaela. My advise as a trackday junkie is if you haven't already service the rear shock or upgrade,and wrap the rear header. I can feel the shock over heating(loosing damping) at the end of a 20minute track session. Good luck ------------- www.apriliaperformance.co.uk www.apriliaforum.co.uk www.apriliaownersclub.co.uk |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 29 Jun 2016 at 10:17
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Thank you Warnz :) will definitely get the rear shock rebuilt at some point! Would be tempted to upgrade for a heavier Spring but it's not worked out to well on my gen2, still think I prefer the feel of the standard shock. More goodies arrived today and last night, bought a tail fairing off of Stewart Gardiner to replace the OEM one, need to do some minor repairs and fit a rain light. Also had a belly pan come through from race candy - very impressed! Need to get it sanded down, painted and snickered up http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/7F2D4F43-6BF8-464E-96D1-B3A2E654F240_zpsqctcmk4w.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/106FC540-5D8F-431E-88AE-BF732DCA286C_zpshxbt48d5.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  |
Posted By: redratbike
Date Posted: 29 Jun 2016 at 11:14
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"Need to get it sanded down, painted and snickered up"mmmnnnn Snickers ------------- |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 29 Jun 2016 at 12:16
Did you get fairing from the same place Mikaela also looking for belly pan and front fairing they look top quality nice to see some pics of these before you buy 
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Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 29 Jun 2016 at 13:06
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Haha Mark, and I can't even edit it! Markrsvr- I bought these from Race Candy - guy called John runs it and was very helpful - I went with RC because feedback in the past has said their fitment and quality is excellent for the Aprilia! Website - http://www.racecandy.com" rel="nofollow - www.racecandy.com |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 29 Jun 2016 at 13:54
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Cheers yes heard these was good myself. since ARD stopped making them for gen 1 think these are the next best. Mine are passed repair now only so much fibreglass you can do some places it's about 15mm thick  bits missing.Thanks again |
Posted By: IanG
Date Posted: 29 Jun 2016 at 23:05
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My top fairing is also from Race Candy who are about 3 miles down the road from me,good kit,but I did have issues fitting my screen as the holes were the wrong pattern. This hadn't been an issue in the past as John sends them out undrilled normally, but as a favour he drilled them in for me off the marks the mould left,this also fitted the old screen he has as a template He sorted it out brilliantly though and mould has now been modded,I also bought an Airblade Race screen from him as well at cost,these have to be seen to be believed. They make the Aprilia oem crap look like a sheet of polythene. He might not be quick as it's a small family concern,just him and his partner and he's massively overworked but he's a genuine guy that cares about his customers. For anyone who's interested the Gen 1 race bodywork is a full belly pan moulded off the road pan but laid up in one piece instead,I think he said he blanks off the oem holes and dams the rear to make it race ready. The belly pan attaches as oem and uses the original air tubes and side panels,the nose fairing ( that I got) is from an OE mould but without a headlight aperture. On the down side he did say he was thinking about selling up in the not to distant future so the supply of gen1 race bodywork could get scarce. If anyone gets in touch with him tell him Ian from Abergele sent you  ------------- www.apworkshops.co.uk www.apriliaforum.co.uk www.apriliaownersclub.co.uk Looking forward to the next track day |
Posted By: cwp
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2016 at 06:43
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Looks quality kit. I miss working in grp. Used to love glassing ------------- born ugly what's your excuse!! |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2016 at 15:52
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So first race in just under two weeks time and the fairings are beginning to take shape. Sanded the gloss off the belly pan and used halfords finest primer before spraying in satin black http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/FA30D070-0D23-4A3B-8B26-A06729E738EC_zpspitfewaz.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/2AC41940-A668-40EE-8430-BEB6227BBCD7_zpsj4hjpcav.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  And made up these stickers to represent in the bike! http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/19A3BC54-6A28-4FCA-9F4C-E9CFE6EB3242_zpsuzotvaci.jpg.html" rel="nofollow"> 
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Posted By: redratbike
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2016 at 16:12
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dodgy ha ha ------------- |
Posted By: Diablo
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2016 at 16:12
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Great thread! So the riders do their 20-45 min stints on their own bikes Rsv, gsxr 6/1000 etc? Sounds like very interesting and entertaining racing! Are other race teams similarly diverse with bikes they are running? ------------- Question everything. |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2016 at 17:09
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Hi Diablo, Yes typically they're 20-45 minute stints on their own bike, the group has three teams running for the rest of the season - one team in the 600 class (2x triumph 675's and 1x R6), and two teams in the 1000cc class - 1x GSXR 750 2x GSXR 1000, 1x R6 and mine :) Big lads racing used to run two gen2's quite successfully, they've since moved onto BMW1000RR's and a ZX10 I believe - there is only one other Aprilia in the class as far as I'm aware and that's an RSV4. In all honesty the successful teams all run BMW's and ZX10's in the bigger class, with lots of R6's around in the 600cc class. There's a couple of brand new R1's and a few panigales dotted around. Lots of people with lots of money, all well and good if you can afford to replace these expensive bikes, at Donington a few weeks back I saw two ZX10's where the only decent thing left of them were the frames! The team are racing at Snetterton this Saturday for an 8hr, it's free entry if any of you are local and want to pop down! |
Posted By: IanG
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2016 at 18:09
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Sounds pretty much like the old Hottrax Endurance series then? Some friends of mine used to run in that on Sv thous,they went under the name of Pirate Racing 2 so you may come across Emma in your races although I'm not sure if she still rides competitively. ------------- www.apworkshops.co.uk www.apriliaforum.co.uk www.apriliaownersclub.co.uk Looking forward to the next track day |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2016 at 18:14
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I probably would have popped down to watch but bit to far if was at Donny would have done. Good luck though post some pics
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Posted By: snox
Date Posted: 30 Jun 2016 at 20:08
| All the best with this . Can't knock ya passion ! |
Posted By: badapple
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2016 at 01:25
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I thought all the bikes had to be at least 10yrs old or am I thinking of a different series? What time does the racing start Saturday? I'm only 20mins from Snetterton would like to take a look for an hour but I work nights. Might be able to catch a bit of it in the afternoon depending on what time it's due to finish. ------------- I started out with nothing and I've still got most of it left |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2016 at 08:37
| Hi Badapple, you must be thinking of a different series, mines practically a dinosaur compared to all the new bikes in the class! |
Posted By: grumpy
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2016 at 08:43
Fair play to you! really wish I had the time.  My track bike is just sat in the corner of the garage. All the very best! Go and bruise some egos!!!
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Posted By: legend88
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2016 at 09:09
Could be a nice little ex-retirement project for you Ian? |
Posted By: Fugly
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2016 at 10:44
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Snetterton (scene of the crime for my now funny shaped shoulder and trashed 998) is an hour from me so if I can escape for the afternoon may come down for an hour. What time does the race start? ------------- Full Arrows system, 1060 Big Bore, PC5 and Evo Airbox. Bring on the big grin! |
Posted By: WARNZ
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2016 at 11:12
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RACE START 10:20am (scheduled to start) ------------- www.apriliaperformance.co.uk www.apriliaforum.co.uk www.apriliaownersclub.co.uk |
Posted By: kevin58
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2016 at 13:20
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Good luck Mikaela, it's good to be busy to keep the nerves at bay! I am sure you will love it and can't wait to get started. Will watch the thred
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Posted By: Mr Miller
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2016 at 13:56
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Don`t do the netfacetube thingy but deffo will follow this thread .. GO ON YERSEL ------------- If you find us in a hedge check the bike first please .. I`m free on the NHS... |
Posted By: IanG
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2016 at 14:15
That thought did flit through my mind for a few seconds but there are many reasons not to want to get involved. The main one being I've never liked working with glass mat,second being it takes up a lot more space than I have available and thirdly I hate dealing with the public. I do hope to build a workshop alongside the house but the idea is to get some metal cutting machinery in if I do. ------------- www.apworkshops.co.uk www.apriliaforum.co.uk www.apriliaownersclub.co.uk Looking forward to the next track day |
Posted By: badapple
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2016 at 19:00
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10.20am start, is that a four hour race? If so I'll be able to catch the last hour. Fugly where are you coming from? Maybe we could go out for an hour afterwards? If it's dry I'm up for it. ------------- I started out with nothing and I've still got most of it left |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2016 at 20:55
| Eight hour race tomorrow! I'll be on pitboard duty, were in garage 12 |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2016 at 20:57
| Good luck hope weathers better for you |
Posted By: badapple
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2016 at 22:33
------------- I started out with nothing and I've still got most of it left |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 01 Jul 2016 at 23:29
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Cheers guys - may see you tomorrow As a thread update, one of the last things to do is fit this, will probably mount it on the battery tray, just got to decide what to take off the clip on to fit the switch - troublesome as still wanting to daytime MOT the bike. Also want to use one of these buttons for a pit lane limiter, just need to find a 'how to' guide http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/4A37DE4D-E835-45B7-96FD-4010617062B8_zps6yef2zfw.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  |
Posted By: badapple
Date Posted: 02 Jul 2016 at 15:06
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Well good old brittish summer, been raining since I got up hope Snetterton is a bit drier but I doubt it I'm to precious about my bike to ride in the rain these days. Let us know how you got on. ------------- I started out with nothing and I've still got most of it left |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 03 Jul 2016 at 19:52
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How did the racing go any good
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Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 03 Jul 2016 at 20:35
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Racing was great yesterday, I spent eight hours on pitwall as I wasn't riding - hard work! So team 631 (triumph 675 x2 and one R6) came second in the newcomer class which means they're currently fifth in the championship - great news! Team 136 had some issues, snapped gear shifter so black flagged, GSXR with a blown gasket and one rider coming back from injury, they finished down the pack but for those girls it's just fun. Main thing is no accidents or serious bike issues. We were lucky with the weather - one downpour which lasted all of a minute, the track was dry within ten minutes so no need for wets. On the bike prep side James has been hard at work repairing and respraying the tail panel we got off Stewart - here's some pics - http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/718BF8BE-D611-4481-9231-02CA3DF26B7E_zpsyrfcpeoq.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/E87E0B9B-803D-469C-BB6A-1FFE4BDB9E93_zpsjt6ustsm.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/AF97E351-4A7E-475A-9374-5DC330227A24_zpscaiz9eys.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  Just waiting for the black to go on :) |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 03 Jul 2016 at 20:43
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Great at least they did well then. And weather was good being rubbish for June really has. Coming on now when you wanting to get racing buy next year? |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 03 Jul 2016 at 20:48
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First race is on 16th July at Silverstone Mark - so eager to get the bike back together ASAP! http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/3E22FF74-3A7B-4D8F-AB2A-081472D3571C_zpsmqzf5d10.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/6AE87A0F-FA0D-4D0C-BA66-FBAC4E01166E_zpsrtjpvnve.jpg.html" rel="nofollow"> 
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Posted By: Fugly
Date Posted: 04 Jul 2016 at 15:24
Hi Badapple, Sorry never made it as was late getting out so went in the opposite direction. I am based just outside March, Cambridgeshire so about 1.5 hours to Snetterton ------------- Full Arrows system, 1060 Big Bore, PC5 and Evo Airbox. Bring on the big grin! |
Posted By: Crownan
Date Posted: 05 Jul 2016 at 10:17
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Cool thread. Nice to see updates and progress, good luck racing! ------------- 2007 RSV1000R |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2016 at 13:14
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So trials and tribulations with the bellypan. Because of the gearing and 60 profile tyre I'm running we had to make up some longer brackets for the fixing to the rearsets. With the new brackets we have clearance from the pan but it's debatable whether it's enough for tyre warmers - the sage continues! Will put a 15/42 gearing on and see how we go! Clearance before the brackets - http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/2639F773-24F4-4743-A030-FD21BF251786_zpsyldlwjno.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  Clearance after brackets - http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/9412CDC4-ABE9-4269-BAE8-42FA3C42519C_zpswqwvrsdc.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  And the brackets in question (which James lovingly made from exhaust bracket bars and a Dremel) http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/49601C9C-541D-449A-B1F1-66B08E8D9D60_zpsyfahnidw.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  |
Posted By: 426hemi
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2016 at 13:26
| Are you running a 108 link chain as 60 profile on mine I use 110 link. |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2016 at 13:40
| Nope I've got a 110 with a tiny bit of adjustment, I don't want to be buying a new chain unless I can't help it |
Posted By: 426hemi
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2016 at 14:19
| Is the race belly pan longer for the catch tank? |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2016 at 14:55
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I don't think it's necessary longer but it has the lip at the back which of course the standard one doesn't- this is what's catching. Too that with running 60's, changed gearing and allowing for tyre warmers then it proving tricky. Need to play with the gearing and do a mock run at home with tyre warmers and see how we go! |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2016 at 15:39
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I have a race belly pan and it's very close bit like the first picture. The oem belly pan doesn't have the catch pan as said above as long as it's not touching shouldn't be a problem |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2016 at 18:38
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I've got the full race bellypan though, which has the catchment and is touching ;) I've got clearance, just maybe not enough for warmers |
Posted By: WARNZ
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2016 at 20:26
Only while on the stands tho,as soon as you sit on the bike the tyre's moving away from the bellypan ------------- www.apriliaperformance.co.uk www.apriliaforum.co.uk www.apriliaownersclub.co.uk |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2016 at 21:06
| Oh I don't use warmers that's maybe why I get away with it |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2016 at 21:46
Perhaps, but that doesn't help the warmers issue :( |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 06 Jul 2016 at 21:47
| Will post a pic tomorrow how close mine is if that helps |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 07 Jul 2016 at 19:20
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It's ok Mark no worries! So tried the warmers on this eve in preparation and we have clearance! For now I'll run with a 16/44. Still waiting on panels to come back with the numbers on but for now she's ready! http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/CD1FB20F-A598-482A-8DB0-2890F4588DAE_zpsvpkxwytq.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/4E03473C-7E84-4D48-AB6D-C30F2A667B2C_zpstln0x9cu.jpg.html" rel="nofollow"> 
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Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 07 Jul 2016 at 19:28
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Loving the pink and black. That cans nice off a v4 what does it run like with that on |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 07 Jul 2016 at 19:30
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The dog looks like his doing a raspberry with his tongue does he not like it haha Sorry had to say that |
Posted By: Johnboy
Date Posted: 07 Jul 2016 at 21:11
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The black and pink does contrast well, and the Akrapovic looks right at home there, with a decent length too. Does it pass noise regulations ok? I notice you have the std can on usually? ------------- 
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Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 07 Jul 2016 at 21:43
| Hi Guys, the akrapovic runs like a dream, it's definitely much smoother and doesn't limit the power as much as the standard one. This used to be my old road can but I've decided I'll run it for racing. First time I fit it it blew to pieces, I had to get it resleeved and internal core built within so it could handle the twin - aside from that it looks fab! |
Posted By: Greg 1953
Date Posted: 09 Jul 2016 at 07:46
I've done a few track days at Snetterton on my RSVR and found 15/44 ideal, 140 mph on the long straight and great pull out of the corners.Was pretty much spot on for Cadwell too. Greg ------------- www.apriliaperformance.co.uk www.apriliaforum.co.uk www.apriliaownersclub.co.uk |
Posted By: IanG
Date Posted: 09 Jul 2016 at 11:28
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+1 I found 15/44 good for Cadwell too  ------------- www.apworkshops.co.uk www.apriliaforum.co.uk www.apriliaownersclub.co.uk Looking forward to the next track day |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 09 Jul 2016 at 16:18
| I did Cadwell a few months back with the 16/44 and found all it wanted to do was wheelie round the bends and try and flip at the mountain, for now I'll stick with the 16/44 as all the races left this season as fast straights - I don't want to get annihilated anymore than I usually do by the GSXR's and R1's 😂 |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 09 Jul 2016 at 16:31
| I use 16/44 at cadwell like it alot that gearing over the mountain try just lifting your arse of set abit get over front the bike will wobble abit but with having no weight on it soon sorts it's self out bit like riding a crosser off road hope that helps |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 09 Jul 2016 at 16:32
| 2nd gear |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 13 Jul 2016 at 21:52
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Aaaaaaand it's done :) http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/4BCD0EFE-56A6-40F0-97CB-83B1D220D409_zpsddu6zhhz.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/B1531B18-84B4-4DEC-8DBC-007ACB256BD2_zpsyf52crhv.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/0206DCC9-5765-4CAA-BAAB-C68D92C40132_zpskzjf8bfm.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/6496198F-E26C-472B-AB25-51C27A0E3CFF_zpsaeei9riy.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/D15F87CE-6546-466A-954D-0E835FAB765F_zpssttrcddt.jpg.html" rel="nofollow"> 
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Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 13 Jul 2016 at 21:53
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Looks tasty that
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Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 13 Jul 2016 at 21:54
| You have a front track nose spare buy any chance |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 13 Jul 2016 at 22:01
| Thanks Mark! I've got a semi broken spare and just sold the other intact one - the garage is rather empty without fairings everywhere! |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 13 Jul 2016 at 22:02
| If it's doesn't have any bits missing I will have it as mine has got loads of bits gone behond repair I will just fix it up |
Posted By: Johnboy
Date Posted: 14 Jul 2016 at 06:13
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Very nicely prepped and turned out! -------------
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Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 14 Jul 2016 at 06:21
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Liking the redratbike sticker aswell never saw that
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Posted By: IanG
Date Posted: 14 Jul 2016 at 18:32
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Looks ready to rumble ------------- www.apworkshops.co.uk www.apriliaforum.co.uk www.apriliaownersclub.co.uk Looking forward to the next track day |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 14 Jul 2016 at 19:01
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Sorry Mark, I've just the one spare now and I best not get rid of that incase I need it! I had a friend make the redrat stickers up, it's got the collector obviously but also the tank and seat pins :) Thanks for the comments guys |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 14 Jul 2016 at 19:20
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OK no worries you will always need a spare as i found out good luck racing let's hope you don't need it
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Posted By: Mr Miller
Date Posted: 14 Jul 2016 at 20:41
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You know the Ratters sticker is not an avatar, it`s a still from a video he made for AP ------------- If you find us in a hedge check the bike first please .. I`m free on the NHS... |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 14 Jul 2016 at 22:23
| He provided me with the graphic - his choice what He wanted |
Posted By: Diablo
Date Posted: 14 Jul 2016 at 23:21
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Looks fab, top job ------------- Question everything. |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 16 Jul 2016 at 13:12
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Race day is here, never done Silverstone and unfortunately they had to cancel the test day yesterday due to the Grand Prix last week - therefore first time on Silverstone int this morning in qualifying, went from a 1.36 to a 1.30. Lost a fairing bolt, locktighted the rest in and James is currently tightening the suspension on the front. http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/7E0F6F05-1D7F-46D5-9175-AB60A285599E_zpszp31kghh.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/A32D649A-BDC0-435E-9A0F-ADEA0951A26E_zpsej5ppgx6.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  I'm four seconds off my team mate on her GSXR 750 - race kicks off at 3 :) |
Posted By: kevin58
Date Posted: 16 Jul 2016 at 15:27
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Whoop,whoop have a good one👍bike looks great.
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Posted By: j180
Date Posted: 16 Jul 2016 at 16:16
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Dropping 6 seconds at a new track is good going
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Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 16 Jul 2016 at 16:18
| Now down to a 1.25 :) still not overtaken anyone and still being passed like I'm standing still haha |
Posted By: IanG
Date Posted: 16 Jul 2016 at 16:50
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Well done you Just remember,stay within your limits and enjoy, always another day for heroics ------------- www.apworkshops.co.uk www.apriliaforum.co.uk www.apriliaownersclub.co.uk Looking forward to the next track day |
Posted By: j180
Date Posted: 16 Jul 2016 at 18:17
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At least you are out doing it. Speed will come with experience, that and a V4 engine
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Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 17 Jul 2016 at 19:46
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So we finished the race! My team mate with the 750 GSXR overheated on her final 30 mins so I had to head out again - seriously hard work, shoulders mega hurt today and will definitely be investing in a double bubble, the hanger straight is hard work without one. Fastest lap of the day for me was 1min25.1 , half a second slower than the GSXR 750 and three seconds faster than the R6 5EB. Scraped the belly pan which is annoying, will look to try and heighten it slightly. Will be changing the front sprocket to a 15, taken the rear shock off to be rebuilt and will be going for race sintered SBS pads for the next round (brands in September). Also picked up a lump of rubber in the rear brake, good job I don't use it or depend on it! Road pads were a bit of a mistake, final finishing position - 49 out of 54 :) pics to follow |
Posted By: redratbike
Date Posted: 17 Jul 2016 at 20:12
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I'll throw a new renthal 15 tooth in the post to you Mikaela ------------- |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 17 Jul 2016 at 21:28
You have anymore
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Posted By: redratbike
Date Posted: 17 Jul 2016 at 21:37
sorry mark... ------------- |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 17 Jul 2016 at 21:40
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Thank you Mark - much appreciated, I should of got some bigger stickers :) http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/66BF9158-8D2B-4158-B813-40DF065CCF92_zpsntbsmss7.png.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/BC6B05F8-1802-4A49-A536-482D275D1A11_zpsksdip4d3.png.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/CE101CDE-B1F4-433B-92DE-AD7BA87BE11A_zpsmdbebsds.png.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/36412B63-2A7F-47C4-B08B-29E0D0E6AC95_zpsd6pdxrl3.png.html" rel="nofollow"> 
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Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 17 Jul 2016 at 21:48
No worries buddy |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 25 Jul 2016 at 17:24
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Just received the 15 tooth front sprocket from redrat - thank you very much! Look forward to trying it out :) Also update on the rear shock from MCT Suspension in Suffolk, as you all know I'm running a Sachs unit, feedback is a revalve, servicing with air and oil, upgraded spring and new seals. We had the Ohlins discussion but after these upgrades then the Sachs will perform as well as a standard Ohlins unit. Next stop is ceramic coating the exhaust headers and collector then hopefully getting out before test day at Brands in September |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 03 Aug 2016 at 08:58
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So I got the shock back ;) serviced, revalved and rebuilt internally with an Ohlins piston, also went for the heavier weight spring powder coated in metallic blue. I really can't recommend MCT enough, they did this in five days and price wise was very reasonable, they also sent me a spec card including settings for wet and dry! http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/896E58CD-DB6A-49E9-891C-F48DF904B613_zps8oenlrpi.jpg.html" rel="nofollow">  http://s1054.photobucket.com/user/mkg21089/media/0D2B7C77-5816-468C-BA21-0CFCA078B88C_zpsefvx1d1a.jpg.html" rel="nofollow"> 
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Posted By: 426hemi
Date Posted: 03 Aug 2016 at 09:45
| That does look good, surprising the difference a freshly serviced and setup shock makes. I ceramic coated and wrapped the headers on mine and it does make a big difference to the rear shock, I can ride it for hours and the damping doesn't go off and hold the headers with the engine running. |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 03 Aug 2016 at 09:54
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I've heard that they can loose dampening but I've literally never had a problem, track, racing at Silverstone, hard road riding for a few hours - never. I'll get the headers coated at some point but only because it looks good and will help them last. |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 01 Sep 2016 at 16:03
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So after Snetterton on Tuesday - HUGE difference. The new RS pads from SBS were brilliant, infact on occasion i was nearly sat on the tank under heavy braking so I guess i need to work on my upper body strength a bit! The rear shock after the rebuild and heavier spring was the biggest difference of all, I definitely feel I was quicker round the bends and the bike felt more planted both on acceleration and heavy braking. It was my first time at snetterton and managed to get a video of the second session in inters, pics to follow - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S-nlVefP3z8" rel="nofollow - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S-nlVefP3z8
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Posted By: 426hemi
Date Posted: 01 Sep 2016 at 16:09
| Do you use stompgrips, I find them really good and give fantastic grip which helps take weight off your arms. |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 01 Sep 2016 at 16:16
| I do! Absolutely love stompgrips, but even they couldnt save my from my lack of upper bodystrength on Monday :D |
Posted By: redratbike
Date Posted: 01 Sep 2016 at 16:24
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what about the 15 tooth was that on the bike??? ------------- |
Posted By: Mikaela
Date Posted: 01 Sep 2016 at 16:41
| Not yet, i'm saving that for Brands Hatch as I have a full test day before the race to play about with them and a team of helpers :) Race day is 25th Sept if you want to come watch? All the help you've given me gets a free ticket |