| Author | Message | ||
     Gopher |
Seems that I have been doing more days than street riding with my XB1Ss so I'm thinking of making it more track friendly. I'm going to put the Crossroads clip-on bars on but what is better 0 or -7 degree? Also would standard R or S pegs be better? (not lowered an 1" like the stock ones) Anything else that you can think of? the bike already has a steering damper, SS drummer, frame pucks and the axle sliders Thanks for the input | ||
| Vtbueller |
If you don't already have suspension work done, look into have someone do your forks ( and shock if $$$ possible ). A place like GMD Computrack can do wonders. | ||
| Rocketsprink |
0 degree R pegs | ||
| Patrickmitchell |
I have the zero degree bars and pegs with more ground clearance. This biggest thing you can do is set up your suspension. Make sure the sag is correct and you have good neutral damping and rebound. Getting a good baseline setting will make the bike handle better, you'll be more comfortable, faster and safer. | ||
| Gentleman_jon |
You might want to take a look at the Buell Clubman's bars as fitted to the new 1125CR:  As Vtbueller suggests, nothing is more important than properly set up suspension. GMD has done a great job for my and some of my friends. I recommend heavier springs, a Penske rear shock, and rebuilt front forks. Should cost about $1600 all together, and really worth it. Tires are very important. DOT race tires are the way to go. I like Dunlops but Pirelli, and Michelin are very popular too. These tires are not recommended for primarily street use. The R pegs are the way to go once you get your knee down. The Buell 8 puck front brake, is great for the track, although I prefer the stock unit and Lyndall gold pads for the street, as the stock units are lighter, and the 8 pucks really don't get hot enough on the street, so they feel sort of wooden. Don't forget to bring spare levers to every track day: it is easy to break them in even a minor spill. Engine wise, just an K+N air cleaner, the race ECM and an aftermarket exhaust will give a few more ponies without compromising reliability. I like a steering damper, others do not. Many race organizers require them for racing. Something else to keep in mind if you get more serious about the track is a chain conversion. Off course, good leathers, helmet, boots and gloves and a back protector are a must. Have fun!! |
