Hi Mgalutia88,Mgalutia88 wrote:Just as you said... Your opinion. Most exhausts don't add power, there are probably three of four that actually do and those add .75 to 1.5 hp at redline!!! Just like building a hotrod you need to match parts to make it worth your while. With my mods I have increased my top speed by 19%, average economy by 17.3% and increased my riding pleasure. What part of that was a waste? I've added a quiet performance exhaust, replaced the intake back to the throttle body for a .25" larger tube and come filter in the air box, swapped the belt and variator myself (15 minutes start to finish ), added a givi short screen and added soft sodded saddle bags. I get 88mpg and have the ability to hit 81mph.
I love that! If I want to carve corners or go fast I have a modified Porsche 944 (internal engine work and koni's) in the garage and a daily driver for hauling around the family. Heck I have a Honda Spree when I want to put around too. To each his own, let's not discourage others from modifying their toys the way they want.
I think you have done very well.
As I read it the only change that affects gearing is the variator and belt.
Is that responsible for 20% increase in max gearing?
Can you please confirm if 81mph is verified by GPS. If so, that would be a 14% improvement for me since my top speed is 71mph (gps). (although your previous belt may have been worn)
That is a little better than the 12.8% I could get with the Yuminashi gear set. Anyway, just thinking it through thoroughly before spending more money.