SV650 race mods

**Darkman** · 29th May 2007, 13:32

I just bought a K6 Sv650 to modify as a race bike. I heard that all sorts of things can be done to improve them..like gixxer front forks for example. Is that a must to get good handeling and where can I get a set. What rear suspention do you guys put on it. I also heard that Shaun can turn it to a race bike no sweat..Is that expensive to do.Do you guys who have them, put steering dampers on?
appreciate any advice and some pics if you have any.
also: what tires do you run?

**bistard** · 29th May 2007, 13:40

You should look at suspension first,a pipe & of course you will need some tyre warmers,so let me know,as I can supply you off the shelf!!

**Darkman** · 29th May 2007, 13:43

Originally Posted by bistard

You should look at suspension first,a pipe & of course you will need some tyre warmers,so let me know,as I can supply you off the shelf!!

what sort of front suspention though? Do I just change the internals or do i need full Ohlins, or can I buy like gixxer fronts forks/

**bistard** · 29th May 2007, 13:48

Go for Ohlins rear & speak to Robert taylor re mods to the front end,his phone number is 062784160,he is the man!!
let me know about tyre warmers!!
I now see the plot unfolding,as to why you have the GSXR400 up for sale,without even riding it

**Darkman** · 29th May 2007, 13:52

Originally Posted by bistard

Go for Ohlins rear & speak to Robert taylor re mods to the front end,his phone number is 062784160,he is the man!!
let me know about tyre warmers!!
I now see the plot unfolding,as to why you have the GSXR400 up for sale,without even riding it

yeah..rather sell the 400 and spend it on the Sv i Think. I was going to race the 400 but the SV was just too good of a deal to pass up on.Plus i need a new challenge..

**bistard** · 29th May 2007, 13:55

Originally Posted by Darkman

yeah..rather sell the 400 and spend it on the Sv i Think. I was going to race the 400 but the SV was just too good of a deal to pass up on.Plus i need a new challenge..

Well,I had a worrying thought that you had given up before even turning a wheel & producing a fantastic 400,but thats all good,see you at the track!!

**Clivoris** · 29th May 2007, 14:03

Good score Darkman. If it was me though I'd hold off on the mods unless you are desperate to race it this year. MNZ are probably introducing a ProTwins (650 twins of any configuration) class that will be an attempt to keep racing affordable and provide a step between StreetStock and SuperSport. I can't remember the details for sure but I think that the limited mods allowed are end-can, air filter, power-commander, rear suspension and front suspension internals. Probably fairings too. There should be info on their website. Somebody more onto it might be able to hook us up with more info.

**Darkman** · 29th May 2007, 14:08

Originally Posted by Clivoris

Good score Darkman. If it was me though I'd hold off on the mods unless you are desperate to race it this year. MNZ are probably introducing a ProTwins (650 twins of any configuration) class that will be an attempt to keep racing affordable and provide a step between StreetStock and SuperSport. I can't remember the details for sure but I think that the limited mods allowed are end-can, air filter, power-commander, rear suspension and front suspension internals. Probably fairings too. There should be info on their website. Somebody more onto it might be able to hook us up with more info.

sweet..better get more info then cause i wanted to start on the front.

**skelstar** · 29th May 2007, 14:12

Hmmm...maybe you should do a couple of meetings first dude? I remember you saying that you're not too fussed with kicking arse for a wee bit, just wanted to get used to the bike etc. Having a yarn to the F3 guys on the day might be a good idea before diving into your forks now?

**Darkman** · 29th May 2007, 14:38

Originally Posted by skelstar

Hmmm...maybe you should do a couple of meetings first dude? I remember you saying that you're not too fussed with kicking arse for a wee bit, just wanted to get used to the bike etc. Having a yarn to the F3 guys on the day might be a good idea before diving into your forks now?

yeah i know..but want to do something..I like playing with spanners and stuff..especially screwdrivers. Has the forks got any screws on them?

**skelstar** · 29th May 2007, 14:42

You've missed your calling I think DM. You should build a cabinet.

**Darkman** · 29th May 2007, 14:45

Originally Posted by skelstar

You've missed your calling I think DM. You should build a cabinet.

tell me about it. I just build a kitchen at some place...oohh how great it felt! I even got to use a battery drill....mmmmmm, wonder if i could use that on the SV?

**koba** · 29th May 2007, 15:34

aww man!
I was looking foward to seeing you out there on that 400!

Did you see the qualifiying times for f3 at taupo!
I was interested to see how the front 5 or so bikes on the grid were 650s.
Deano was the first 400 (I think) and he seems to ride the nuts off it...

Are you gunna whack some crashbungs on and just start off racing it mainly unmodified?

You may get a better idea of what needs to be done for your particular style of riding then, even if you only take it to a few test days.

Wouldn't listen to hard to anything I say tho... I really have no idea what i'm talking about!

Its going to at least sound better than a 400!