![]() I'm not an expert, but I wanted to share my experiences with others. The above post is based ONLY on opinions (mine). The chassis is the weakest-link on this bike for most riders. The stock motor is plenty for most folks. ![]() As much as I hate to acknowledge it, the FZ/MT-07 was built to a price-point. All of the above mentioned items should be done BEFORE intake/exhaust. This will take your "07" from not making power after 8K, rpm, to pulling HARD all the way to redline!!!Īs stated earlier, the exhaust/intake mods should be the LAST mods to make (in my opinion). Intake: The "Hordpower" intake system is the BEST $300 I've ever spent!!! You get a totally new intake system (2WDW can tune it to match ANY exhaust system). My advise, is spend the money, and smile. One right hand "drop" in a parking lot will wreck every other exhaust system. I justified the purchase, as the ENTIRE system is underneath the motor (no side pipe). I agonized over this, as I didn't want the spend that kind of money. You can remove the insert for more "bark" if you like. It's pretty quiet with the insert in (compared to it competitors). Do both at the same time, or don't do it at all.Įxhaust: I personally chose the Akrapovic Ti exhaust. This gives the rider the "illusion" of HP, since it sounds cool. With that, you most likely won't be gaining anything (and may actually LOSE HP/performance). Yeah, you can toss a full exhaust system on most bikes, and the EFI system can most likely compensate for it. Most motorcycle enthusiasts do NOT want their bike to sound like sewing machine (myself included). I personally disagree with this approach. You can pick up a new K-Tech "Lite" for about $495 (set-up for your weight).Ĥ) Exhaust & Intake: This where most folks start. Once I got it set up to my liking, it felt nearly the same as my Razor "R" on my "07". It has the remote reservoir, and much more adjustment options. That being said, I run the K-Tech "lite" on my street R3. I personally run the K-tech Razor "R" on my 07. In the rear: I'd go with the K-Tech "Lite". You fill out a form, and explain your riding style, and your weight, and they handle the rest!!! Everything comes on one complete kit- (oil, proper fork springs, and the proper valving in the action-rod), you drop it in, and go!!! My personal opinion is- this the best option for a budget bike like the FZ/MT-07. This gets you to 95% of what a "full cartridge kit" will get you- at half the cost. In the front: I recommend the "Traction Dynamics AR-25 kit". My lap times are within a second or two of the folks that $pent 2-3 times what I did. My "race" FZ-07 has the suspension that most street riders chose. ![]() Most people don't know how to set-up a suspension properly (myself included). Contrary to what most people think, you most likely do NOT need every adjustment available (unless you are racing at the pro level). You can usually pick up a set for about $350.ģ) Suspension- I've wasted a lot of money on PREMIUM suspension in the past. I've used them for track-days in the past, and they the best bang-for-the-buck tire (in my opinion). They are a dual compound tire- meaning the center of the tire is a harder compound (for long life), and a softer compound on the sides- (for cornering). If the current tires are needing replacement, I'd recommend the Dunlop Q3+. They wear well, but are a pretty hard rubber compound. They can tune it to your liking, and if you add exhaust/intake mods to your bike, they will "re-flash" to accommodate your changes (for FREE). They usually run a Black-Friday special for like $249Ģ) TIRES!!!! I don't know what tires are on your bike? The OEM sport-touring tires are good for commuting/highway use. I've gone through "Nels" 2WDW on (4) of my bikes. They can remove as much of the engine braking possible, and improve the entire riding experience. The bike will do everything better, even without intake/exhaust mods. I will list my recommendations in the order I feel they are most important:ġ) Get the ECU flashed by 2WDW (They are a site sponsor of this site). My 2016 FZ-07 was a street bike for several years. It's hard to recommend, when I don't know what your intended use is? I'll tell you what I did, and why. ![]()
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