toss up between ohlins fork and shock and the YEC ECU...honestly almost need both :sneaky

 

Ecu unleashed! Close 2nd akrapovic for sure.

 

Suspension setup

 

the ECU flash or YEC make the bike a lot smoother, but yes if you can only have 1 it is suspension for sure

 

Diet and exercise!!

 

Schools. They work on all my bikes.

 

Schools. They work on all my bikes.

for mortals maybe...:flex: :lol

 

I've had the most fun (so far) with a custom map.

 

BST's :flex:

They're the biggest single improvement I've made to my bike. They improve acceleration, braking, turn in, changing direction, adjusting your line, tyre wear, and they reduce fatigue because you don't have to use so much input to ride.

 

BST's :flex:

Big Sticky Tires??? :dunno

 

Prm.

 

Blackstone Tek carbon fibre rims. :sneaky

 

:lol

but wouldn't you choose suspension setup/upgrade prior to the BSTs?

 

I don't know really, my bike never handled badly with them on, even when I hadn't set it up yet. They're a massive improvement no matter what, but the suspension definitely needs to be dialled in to suit them.

 

I'd say ECU flash. It helped smooth out the power delivery and is noticeable even in the lower rpms which is where I find myself many times riding in my concrete paradise.

 

I'm also looking for ideas, I'm currently in the process of modding the R1 for the first time. I plan on doing the YEC ECU reflash in the near future. I have a couple questions about the suspension though..

How much of a difference will I get from stock to lets say Ohlins setup?
Would it be better to replace the stock fork internals (as far as price and convenience)?

So far I've got new tires, smog plates, velocity stacks, lightweight battery, slip on exaust, BMC filter, and a 520 setup with -2/+1. (I mostly trailer my bike to the canyons and mountains, not a commuter).

 

Read the DanQ Suspension thread in it's entirety. It's so good, some say even Jesus referenced it to adjust his sag settings.

http://www.r1-forum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=252234

 

Mine is my superbike valved ohlins forks, with the shock to compliment them.

 

Easy -- radar detector!!!

 

I would have too say my bst wheels also, i didnt know if it was all hype but it was a huge improvement it was the best birthday present my wife has brought me....... so far.

 

Free stuff

Adjusting levers and bars to fit me as good as they could. Ease of use.
Fiddling with suspenders until happy (this is an ongoing thing...)

Easy Stuff

1/8th turn Quick action throttle; so much easier.
Solid mounted and raised rider seat. More comfort, better feedback.

Harder Stuff

Reduced offset yokes, I like the 'extra turning' they allow.
BST's. Hard as in hard to justify. Awesome, but in one hit its a lot of cash.

Boring stuff

Riding courses. Whilst war-stories are significantly duller, I find not hitting stuff to be, on balance, a good thing.

 

graves low mount. I just love the sound of that exhaust, the low mount and the weight savings just seals the deal.

 

+2/-1 sprockets. The best and the cheapest mod so far...

 

you sure you didn't reverse those numbers?? Or were you after more top speed sacrificing acceleration

 

May sound simple but for me, Tyres :fact

Never ceases to amaze me how much a good tyre can transform a bike, and your trust in it. Do whatever mods you like if the tyres are rubbish it won't do you much good.

 

Completely forgot about those! You're 100% right. Sticky rubber is one of the best things you can do to any stock bike. :thumbup

 

JETTTUNE RE-FLASH! #1mod Annitori -HM Qickshifter #2

 

I can't just pick one mod.

Best mod that puts a smile on my face every time I use it...Quick Shifter

Best mod that I can feel....YEC ECU and BST's.

Mod that has improved cornering skill..... AP Thumb brake.

Mod I could not live without.....AK's and Penske.

 

my best mod is me... i'm damn neer a god on a bike...

my book just didn't make the final cut when the bible was printed... lol

 

1. bst's 2. cmc's 3.isr mc cheesy putting top 3 but they all are deserve a bow for what they did to the ol pig

 

:yesnod

 

Hey D...I'm thread-jacking but whatever. What shape are your steering stop adjusters on your attack triples? Did you lose much range from left to right lock when you installed the setup?

 

Hey Seth, I lost a ton of turning radius with my triples. The bottom clamp is massive compared to stock. The stops are mandatory to keep from hitting the radiator. I might not have lost 1/2 but it's probably close to that. I used stick-on lead tire weights because the stops that came with the triple were far from keeping the bottom clamp from hitting the radiator. Most race teams will drill and tap a bolt and locknut into the frame stops to prevent contact. I had a thread about it when I had mine installed. TJ at Rider's Discount provided some great pics and info. The loss of turning radius is only noticable when turning around in the garage and does not affect track performance at all.