Lets Build a Racebike! 303 Style!

[konichd]

So I figured since I'm a little behind on my racebike build I would post up the progress and maybe someone can learn something. The only thing different is I'm going to do this KBPI style, you'll vote on what parts/products are used to build our Kawasaki 636! So lets get this started!

Big thanks to Nori and all the guys are G-Force for hooking me up with a Black Metallic 636! KHI traction control and the 636 cc's make this a great SuperSport for the track.

Now bikes are like girls, all you really want to do is get thier clothes off! So while I do that the first order of business is start deciding on parts! Look for upcoming post to vote on Clip ons, Exhaust, Bodywork, etc.!

[konichd]

So first order of business is the Clip Ons!

Brands:
Woodcraft - 2 Piece Design makes install a breeze
Renthal - Cool markings to get everything lined up
Vortex - Oldie but goodie

You make the choice!

[Generic]

So as someone looking to build a new bike in the near future. What are the advantages of the aftermarket clip-ons vs. the stock ones?

[konichd]

One thing is adjustability - Most stock clip ons are bolted to the underside of the triple tree and thus a fixed position. Aftermarket you can adjust the position to suit your style and egronomics

Replacement - Crashing is inevitable, aftermarket clip-ons allow you to remove the bar quickly and easily. Replacement bars are 10-30 dollars, stock clip ons are over $100 per side and require you to drop the forks or remove the top triple to replace them.

Even though a small amount, aftermarket clip ons do reduce weight as well.

[Mother Goose]

Vortex! I dig the black bars.

[konichd]

^^Woodcraft have black bars too

[~Barn~]

I don't listen to KBPI.

=)
Enjoy the build.


However... Do you carry any fender eliminator kits for the F3? Preferably that are not $200.

[konichd]

MV F3, say hello to Italy Barn!

In other words we don't as none of our suppliers make them for that bike as the customary marinara sauce is just too messy at the present time

[birchyboy]

For the handles, I say go with whatever you can get replacement parts for the cheapest. This is probably why I have never considered racing...

[konichd]

^^Money is no object to DK

[blaircsf]

^^Money is no object to DK

I wish I had that problem with my race bikes... I've always liked the convenience of the Woodcraft clamp and since there is really so little difference between them, that has been the deciding factor.

[One-ops]

Have never had an issue with woodcrafts. How is the cost per tube between the two. The cheaper one would win.

[konichd]

Woodcraft/Vortex are $15 and the Renthal are $39

[One-ops]

Woodcraft!

[milehizx6r]

^^Money is no object to DK

Definitely a complete Akrapovic exhaust system! !!!

[kawasakirob]

Definitely a complete Akrapovic exhaust system! !!!

And BST wheels!

[Generic]

Looks like the Woodcraft have it.

[konichd]

She's naked!


We'll tally up the votes tomorrow for the clip ons and then we'll move onto what Quickshift system we want to go with!

[One-ops]

Better crate up that motor and send it out to kws!

[One-ops]

Where's your current race bike?

[konichd]

Current race bike? This is it!

I sold my 2011 ZX6R and now our 2014 needs to be built. We should have this project finished up in time to make the last MRA round at PPIR!

[Bueller]

Just Bedazzle that bitch and glue $100 bills to it.

[konichd]

^^Johnny Rock Page Style? You KNOW bedazzle's my middle name Bueller!

[~Barn~]

Ha! Bueller. That actually would be pretty fuckin' rock & roll, a bike with all US currency as the livery. $100s, $50s, $5s... whatever, all stuck to the bike smoothly, then just clear coated over.

Do it DK. You'll get an album cover for that kind of style.