Well I've been busy this afternoon building and installing a TRE in the K3.
Found a thread on here with a link to here, just tried to find it again but I can't and I can't remember who posted it so sorry bout that.
Anyway, took the bike for a test ride and although it doesn't make the difference that this guy claims, there was a noticable improvement (now it's even harder to keep the front wheel on the ground). His was a K1 which may make a difference tho.
Okay, admittedly I don't really need any more power, but for $10-$15 (even less for me as I already had most of the materials needed) who could resist?
I took some pics (missed the early stages as I only thought of it half way thru). Ignore the date as I haven't figured out how to get rid of it, and sorry bout the quality, don't use the camera much so think I had it on the wrong setting.
Only permanent changes to the bike are 2 cut wires and a hole drilled in the plastic under the seat to mount the switch. You'll see where I put the switch, I chose this spot as it's hidden but easily accessible while riding.
If you've got a little electronic knowledge then I recommend giving this a go, it's bloody simple. However, if you're not sure then probably best to leave it alone, it would be possible to do some expensive damage.
Personally, I wouldn't go out and buy one from the shop (I've heard prices from $80-$175). If you really want one, let me know and I'll put one on your bike for $10 and a box of piss or something. Gonna put one in Saul's K1 next so he'll let ya's know what he thinks.
BTW, if you're doing a K3/4, then it's the plug one the right when looking towards the rear of the bike, not the left as stated on the site.
Once I've done a bit more riding I'll give you another update on how it performs.
Next mission: installing the Scottoiler the missus got me for xmas....
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