How do I increase power
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Do a search, there are a ton of threads on performance upgrades.
Forgive me if you don't want to hear this, but it is very useful info. Increasing power/performance on any motorcycle, especially a 20 year old one, is one hell of a money sink, and pretty pointless unless you race vintage or something. If you are crazy about going fast in a straight line, a liter bike will actually be cheaper than the costs of you gaining a measly 10-15 horse power on an old 600cc bike and even then still won't beat a liter bike. Now if you just want to be fast anywhere, that is a skill. I had friends on 750-1000 cc bikes that couldn't catch me in the bends. You won't even push stock suspension to the max of its abilities at average rider speeds so even that imo is a pointless street upgrade.
One thing you CAN spend your money on, that will annihilate any motorcycle upgrade is track time. It is expensive, but so are costly upgrades that will do nothing but potentially get you in trouble. The skills learned at the track are invaluable. They will make you a far better rider on and off the street.
End rant! lol
Last edited by Dissevered; 03-23-2011 at 10:54 PM.
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I sorta agree with the other guys, but you can get a lil more power from that old F2. A full exhaust, stage 3 jet kit (needs machine work ), and a ignition advance. Those mods will net you maybe 5-10hp at the crank and only 2-5 at the wheel. Other than those you're looking at tons of $$$ on aftermarket carbs, headwork, and possibly a big bore kit.
you're better off getting a newer 600 which the majority of us here cant even push to its limits or like already said a 1000RR which is overkill lol
you're better off getting a newer 600 which the majority of us here cant even push to its limits or like already said a 1000RR which is overkill lol
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If you are a big guy without a big wallet, my best advice to you is to learn what you can on your F2, and then get yourself a bigger bike. Its the cheapest and most reliable route for more speed.
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