LOVE my Storm

mik_str · Post by **mik_str** » Wed Sep 07, 2005 3:47 pm

I went on a couple of long trips in recent weeks on my Firestorm and am truly impressed with the results of the mods I have carried out this year (Microns, DJ kit, heavy bar ends, 16/43 gearing, 18mm longer front intake runner, RaceTech modded shock, RaceTech .80 fork springs and 1mm hole in cartridge). While the bike was really nice before, it is now simply AWESOME. I no longer have my hands fall asleep while riding long distances (much smoother), the power is snappy and instant, the ride is smooth and controlled. I cannot beleive how these slight mods have totally transformed the bike (how Honda should have delivered it). I use the bike for sport-touring and now feel no need whatsoever to replace it with something else (FJR,...). I should note that I also have Heli-Bars, a Sargent seat, taller windshield, braided brake lines and EBC HH pads, and modded stock air filter on it too. All in all I couldn't be happier with the bike.

I would like to note that if anyone is seeking to really smooth out the engine (and noticeably improve the response), try lengthening the front intake runner by the said amount, it is a win-win mod.

That is all, I just wanted to share that with my fellow VTRers.

Cheers

Post by **sirch345** » Wed Sep 07, 2005 9:42 pm

Interesting reading Mik_str, sounds like you are really pleased with the VTR now that you've carried out those mod's

Well done mate

You mention having heavier bar ends, does the extra weight come from them being longer than standard

Chris.

pmcq · Post by **pmcq** » Thu Sep 08, 2005 10:01 am

Tell me more about this air intake mod!

mik_str · Post by **mik_str** » Thu Sep 08, 2005 2:06 pm

Greetings gents.

re: airbox mod http://www.burniemorgan.com/firestorm/airfilter.html
Click on the link and everything is explained in detail

In regards to the bar ends, the new ones are indeed longer, heavier (and made of brass). They also came with a cruise control-type threaded throttle lock device. I bought thtem on eBay in the Spring from a chap who custom machines them in British Columbia (Canada). If you check eBay you will often see his stuff for sale.

cheers

Post by **sirch345** » Thu Sep 08, 2005 5:30 pm

mik_str wrote: In regards to the bar ends, the new ones are indeed longer, heavier (and made of brass). They also came with a cruise control-type threaded throttle lock device. I bought thtem on eBay in the Spring from a chap who custom machines them in British Columbia (Canada). If you check eBay you will often see his stuff for sale.

cheers

Thanks for that info, i'll check it out,

Chris.