January 2009 BOTM - Shoboshi

rorlow · Jan 1, 2009

The 1st bike of the month for 2009 sets the bar kind of high, Norm has done an incredable job and generated a big following in his original thread- http://www.r1-forum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=241536

I'm sure there will be more updates as it appears the project is still evolving, but the work done to get this from a standard 05 to where its at today is amazing. Everything about this bike has been very well thought out. Congrats Norm on a job well done :thumbup

The details & photos -

So far the engine is making just under 180Hp (178.6) torque is at 85lb.ft

The engine has been worked by Bob Farnham in the UK. Additionally, she?s had the following bits added

She's had the head work and runs YEC kit ex. cam plus YEC kit rotor
Modified barrels
Graves full Ti system
Graves velocity stacks
Graves smog block offs
Dynojet Power Commander
Dynojet Quickshift
ACTIVE Quick action throttle
Venhill braided look cables made to measure
BORA race radiator to BSB/WSB spec modified to take standard fans,
Yamaha 2007 R1 standard front bodywork
DPM mirrors
Lockhart Phillips signals
Ohlins front and rear suspension
Ohlins damper
BST carbon wheels
Modified std swing arm
AP racing rear under slung calliper on Brembo carrier
Brembo monoblocs
Brembo 19RCS adjustable m/cylinder with modified Brembo shorty folding lever
Brembo clutch reservoir as brake reservoir
HEL hoses F&R
BrakeTech AXIS ceramic matrix discs
Pazzo clutch lever with Venhill braided look made to measure clutch cable
STM slipper clutch
520 chain conversion
Gilles adjusters
Gilles Ti axle nut
Vortex rear-sets
Gold anodised spin off filler cap
Home made stone guards

The rest of the list is smaller stuff but it all counts.

On order are a set of Promach adjustable offset Triple clamps

link to BOTM thread- http://www.r1-forum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=251092

R1 HOKAGE · Jan 1, 2009

I think this might be a TKO...1ST rd KO for bike of year already!

Bogie · Jan 1, 2009

Redgecko · Jan 1, 2009

This will be a very tough act to follow. Gorgeous bike :rock

shoboshi · Jan 1, 2009

Well what can I say.....

Having been a member on the forum for not that long and seeing the standard of work that other people put into their bikes makes it feel real nice.

I don't really know what to say.

The forum is a great place for ideas and inspiration and a lot of members have actually helped in the making of this bike by selling and finding bits on my behalf.

A big Thank you goes out to them and all those who have taken an interest in my project.

Many Thanks everyone.....

And Happy New Year..!

Shoboshi

vaneedendc · Jan 1, 2009

Congrats Shoboshi ! Well deserved !!

GPD270 · Jan 1, 2009

Badass bike. Congrats!

W8nonu · Jan 1, 2009

I think we are looking at the 2009 BOTY already.

JDollaz · Jan 7, 2009

Sweet Bike,
And I think the first 04-06 with an 07-08 front end and Lights.
Job well done, wish you luck on winning for 09...

NOT,,, wait till someone like Bogie gets his hand on an 09..
Once that Bike is Modded up and detailed with Thought and effort its a wrap for 09..

steveWFL · Jan 1, 2009

congrats!

bpr1 · Jan 1, 2009

I'd just like to know where he got those mirrors?

shoboshi · Jan 2, 2009

E-bay or you can buy direct from DPM...

As far as I know this reddish colour is no longer available.

http://www.deprettomoto.com/item_details.php?id_gruppo=345&id_modello_moto=56&id_marca_moto=10

Hope that helps..:thumbup

m1maker · Jan 1, 2009

so how to i go about entering this contest ?

rorlow · Jan 1, 2009

To enter your ride, all you need to do is provide the info below along with a photo(s). And don't forget the story behind the bike because that can often turn the trick!

THE ENTRY MUST BE AN R1!

Year:
Model:
Eng size:
Pipes:
Seat:
Wheels:
Accessories:
And the story:

As long as you haven't won in the past year you can enter again.

James D G · Jan 1, 2009

:thumbupCongratulations, very nice bike indeed.

xdonniedarkox · Jan 2, 2009

Congrats and an amazing bike and build out...

twism2 · Jan 3, 2009

:beer

StwrX03 · Jan 7, 2009

Nice bike :thumbup

ZR1. · Jan 7, 2009

Mad props on the bike, I love it!

shoboshi · Jan 7, 2009

I tend to agree.....

Someone will always make something better...

I'm more than happy to have been BOTM in any case.

Good luck to whoever wins BOTY......

That'll definately be worth looking at...:yesnod

DerrickWade · Jan 7, 2009

Well deserved BOTM. :bow

Gregg's Customs · Jan 10, 2009

Sick Bike! Really Tasteful.....I like it.

nossliw · Jan 10, 2009

personally my favorite bike on the forum.... Well done:thumbup

ZR1. · Jan 11, 2009

:stpd:

shoboshi · Jan 10, 2009

Thanks guys... Nice to be noticed. Especially with some very tasty bikes already.

....And Thanks Gregg, you know why!

Much appreciated..

Norm

marcaztls · Jan 10, 2009

Damn I'm so slow to notice new threads... :rant

Congrats Shoboshi, I've been reading the amount of work, time and effort that's gone into your bike so far and this is very well deserved

Look forward to the rest of it's transformation and especially the first ride reports :thumbup

shoboshi · Jan 11, 2009

Thanks guys.....

Much appreciated.

She's nearly finished (are they ever??..!) and I hope to get some fresh pics soon out in the sunlight. She's booked in for a final dyno set-up so i'll see if the engine work is up to the previous standard.

I hope so..!

Having had all those horses before, I hope they haven't gone awol due to the detonated engine.

Fingers crossed..

AT1Mike · Jan 12, 2009

where did you get the mirrors? i have been trying to find some and those are just what i am looking for!

marcaztls · Jan 12, 2009

Psssst, first page :secret:

shoboshi said:
E-bay or you can buy direct from DPM...

As far as I know this reddish colour is no longer available.

http://www.deprettomoto.com/item_details.php?id_gruppo=345&id_modello_moto=56&id_marca_moto=10

Hope that helps..:thumbup

shoboshi · Jan 12, 2009

Here's what you are looking for...

http://www.deprettomoto.com/item_details.php?id_gruppo=345&id_modello_moto=56&id_marca_moto=10

Not sure they make the reddish colour anymore.

Here is a copy of the same mirror. The base is slightly different.

http://www.busters-accessories.co.uk/productinfo/SK301501/Bodywork/Mirrors/Shinyo

There is also a company called M&P accessories who also supply a copy. Think their site is M&P Direct.

Hope that helps...

Norm

Acid · Jan 16, 2009

hmmmmmmmmmmmmm nice

January 2009 BOTM - Shoboshi

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