The lil Exup that wasn't....

**Colapop** · 28th December 2006, 16:28

I have that effect on women... They usually cry when I try and flirt...

**MacD** · 28th December 2006, 16:32

Originally Posted by riffer

Remember, the rego may say its a 1988, but that could have been when it was first registered. According to my rego I ride a 1996 RF900R, but its actually a late 94/early 95 model.

My RF900 is exactly the same, made in 94, but an S model ('95 model year), and first registered in 1996. I guess they bounced around the world a bit before making it to NZ?

**Str8 Jacket** · 28th December 2006, 16:32

Originally Posted by Colapop

I have that effect on women... They usually cry when I try and flirt...

NO its not that. The kind people at AA say I depend on beer, I suppose they're right. Id hate to dissapoint them, thats all.....

**merv** · 28th December 2006, 16:33

Hels four strokes are like that with their cam chains and then the primary drive gears and stuff like that whine as well - unless its a really ghastly noise its quite normal. If you had a VFR like mine or even the 400 versions they sound even more like whining sewing machines because of their gear driven cams.

Hey you are definitely not an idiot because you bought it on the information you were given.

I haven't never owned an Exup but presumed it was aimed at giving the bike more midrange while still having a good topend. If you are happy with the power and if it pulls well through the rev range then no worries. Have fun and enjoy your trip up North. Hopefully I'll see you on a ride sometime once I'm back from Aus.

Col you too I still haven't been on a ride with you either.

**Colapop** · 28th December 2006, 16:35

Originally Posted by Str8 Jacket

The kind people at AA

You know where my wife works...? She's been a pisshead this holiday break too!

**Str8 Jacket** · 28th December 2006, 16:36

Originally Posted by merv

Hels four strokes are like that with their cam chains and then the primary drive gears and stuff like that whine as well - unless its a really ghastly noise its quite normal. If you had a VFR like mine or even the 400 versions they sound even more like whining sewing machines because of their gear driven cams.

Man, I still reckon that 2 strokes were easier in some way. They were simple, basic and mine was never thrashed too much so it never needed too much attention or $$. I wish id never sold the KR!

**Ixion** · 28th December 2006, 16:39

Don't forget, you've got to CHANGE the oil on this. AND replace the oil filter.AND you can get failed a WoF it it smokes.

**Str8 Jacket** · 28th December 2006, 16:41

Originally Posted by Ixion

Don't forget, you've got to CHANGE the oil on this. AND replace the oil filter.AND you can get failed a WoF it it smokes.

lol and to think people bag thje smelly lil things!!

**davereid** · 28th December 2006, 16:48

And it needs four really tricky to replace spark plugs, lets not forget the almost impossible to adjust valve clearances, the balancing of 4 carbs....

I love my two strokes too !

30% lighter
No valves to adjust
More power per CC
cheaper to make

I spent xmas with a buddy who is a commercial fisherman. Last year he moved to 4 stroke outboard on his puddlejumper. Kept telling me how quiet it was and how fuel efficient. Now he says he will get a 2 stroke next time. Less maintenance and more reliable. only down side smoky and fuel inefficient.

P.S. if i catch you on a ride take my exup for a ride, I'd like to know how it compares. It is getting a repaint next week - a RED FZR is coming...

**frogfeaturesFZR** · 28th December 2006, 17:02

Hiya Hels, glad to hear you're finally enjoying your Fizzer. I have the 1WG model (1988) and it redlines at 14k. I know what you mean about corners. Mine goes round like them like its on rails, just think about where you want to go and presto its done. I love it. But you're right about the seat, its torture after an hour or so. Make sure you balance your carbs, fizzers seem a bit tempremental about it. It's only a 1/2 hour job. Have a great New Year !

**scracha** · 28th December 2006, 23:16

[QUOTE=riffer;876550]Hey Helen - have a look at this page and tell me - which year does yours most look like? Look at the seat - on the 88 it goes up the tank - on the 86 it doesn't. Also, the 88 has the forced air intake tubes (hence FAI) - the 86 doesn't
/QUOTE]

Had an 85 naked one with magnesium rocker and clutch covers. Nice bike. Tappets too so easy to service (well...as easy as miniscule 16 valvers go).

**FROSTY:Me** · 28th December 2006, 23:45

when checking if a bike is or isnt exup--start at the MUFFLER--see if the can has EXUP on it --thats a hint It might be exup.
follow the pipe down to about the middle of the underside of the bike -before it splits off into the headers--there will be a solid box shape --thats the exup unit.
The guys that laughed should have looked a bit closer at the bike
asd for the age of the bike--what was the year of first registration on the papers and the rego sticker? usually that gives a pretty good idea as to the year of the bike

**Paul in NZ** · 29th December 2006, 06:48

Originally Posted by FROSTY

what was the year of first registration on the papers and the rego sticker? usually that gives a pretty good idea as to the year of the bike

Unless it was a left over bike unsold in the year it was intended Frosty. Seen that a time or two - often an honest mistake at the rego place but usually only a year out. The other thing is if it's a used Jap import and the original importer was less honest about its age..... It happens sometimes. I wouldn't know a 85 from an 89 so what hope would the rego person have??

**Str8 Jacket** · 29th December 2006, 07:37

Originally Posted by FROSTY

when checking if a bike is or isnt exup--start at the MUFFLER--see if the can has EXUP on it --thats a hint It might be exup.
follow the pipe down to about the middle of the underside of the bike -before it splits off into the headers--there will be a solid box shape --thats the exup unit.
The guys that laughed should have looked a bit closer at the bike
asd for the age of the bike--what was the year of first registration on the papers and the rego sticker? usually that gives a pretty good idea as to the year of the bike

Hmm, im not to sure what to think. I mean in theh ad for the bike it did say that it had an Aftermarket muffler....

"This bike is in immaculate condition with new tyres and a quality after market muffler. It riuns really well and is a great step up from a 250"

Im no mechanic so im going by what I was told. I dont really care either way anymore. The bike is now going really well and I am finally enjoying it.