Eggy
|
| posted on 18/10/07 at 10:17 PM |
|
|
More ZX9 Help
Hi, this is my first post so be gentle with me!!
I'm finishing off a ZX9 conversion and I'm struggling with the air box. Been reading loads on airboxes vs filters and so I'd like to
keep the std airbox without cutting the bonnet.
Has anyone done this? If so can you post some pictures?
Also,
1) What are my options for making the thing go backwards?? - I'll look such a t*t getting out and pushing!!
2) Is there a rubber bush or somethng I can put in line with the prop to take up the drivetrain lash? Where can I get one from?
3) Is there a throttle mod to make the pedal less responsive for such little travel?
(Sorry for the long post!)
Thanks in advance,
Eggy
|
|
|
|
|
JoelP
|
| posted on 18/10/07 at 10:34 PM |
|
|
i used a filter and andn drilled the main jets up a touch.
1) reverse boxes can be used, also muffet diffs can include a reverse.
2) you need a trt prop, includes a rubber bit
3) just change the pedal by moving the cable attachment closer to the pivot point.
|
|
|
awinter
|
| posted on 19/10/07 at 09:39 AM |
|
|
airbox
I turned mine through 180 degrees so that it does not sit over the top of the engine. Some of the airbox does stick out of the top of my bonnet but
mine is in a sylva striker and it has a low bonnet. I also used the rubber trumpets from a zx7r set of carbs to help with flow from the reverersed
direction of the airbox. I reamed them out to match the wider carb dimentions of the zx9r carbs. Mine is on a c engine.
As for reverse, I don't have one and don't care if I look a t1t pushing. You get used to it and usually end up thinking about how you are
gonna park so you don't have to push.
I don't have the TRT on my prop, yes it clangs. If you get the opportunity to fit one then I would from reading may comments on here.
As said mod the pedal, mine is quite long so I can control the power more delicately. You have to be very positive to get full throttle. very
important for wet driving as the ZX9r engine comes on cam at 8000rpm which in the wet can cause a trouser moment
Allan
|
|
|
roadrunner
|
| posted on 19/10/07 at 12:24 PM |
|
|
I fitted my air box after using air filter, just turn the backing plate through 180 degrees drill to suit mounting points, you also need to cut off
the four protruding pieces at the back of the plate, i stuck these back on the other side, then it was a case of nibbling at the box till it fits,
works a treat now.
|
|
|
Eggy
|
| posted on 19/10/07 at 06:02 PM |
|
|
Thanks so far, I'll have to have a play at the weekend. Trouble is I've very little clearance under the bonnet as it's not got a
bulge - just completely flat.
Are you guys all running a power buldge style bonnet?
Also,
How have you located the speedo pick-up (if you use the bike clocks)
[Edited on 19/10/07 by Eggy]
|
|
|
roadrunner
|
| posted on 19/10/07 at 07:20 PM |
|
|
It would help you alot if you could get a new bonnet with bulge, even if you use an after market filter you would still struggle for clearance.
As for your speedo pick up, make a small bracket which bolts to your sprocket cover, then glue a small magnet to your prop for the sensor to pick
up.
|
|
|
Eggy
|
| posted on 19/10/07 at 07:43 PM |
|
|
Where can I get a bonnet - IF(?!) I really have to change it?
|
|
|
Eggy
|
| posted on 19/10/07 at 07:43 PM |
|
|
Where can I get a bonnet - IF(?!) I really have to change it?
|
|
|
mistergrumpy
|
| posted on 19/10/07 at 07:59 PM |
|
|
I bought a Luego Velocity one as its slightly taller and then mounted the engine according to that. You have to buy the scuttle and nose to match
though.
|
|
|
Eggy
|
| posted on 19/10/07 at 08:01 PM |
|
|
Why do I get the feeling this isn't going to be easy!!!
|
|
|
