Sun, 16 May 1999 16:35:37 +0100 - Message No. 5714
From: Richard Savage

Subject: Dynojet Kits, Tyres and Suspension


Hello,

I have an RD07 imported to UK from Germany which has covered some
37,000Km.  It is fitted with a standard Honda exhaust.  I mostly use it
for commuting into London, a round trip of some 25 miles.  However, I
have recently started using it for longer distances, such as London to
Lake District, London to Bristol.

Question 1

While it seems happy to cruise at 95 mph, the bike feels a bit ragged
and as though it is running out of puff.  On my last trip one of the
flanges on my Motad crash bars fractured, I suspect because of engine
vibration.   My question concerns the pros and cons of fitting a Dynojet
kit.  Has anyone experience of fitting such a kit?  Is it worth the £200
- £250 for fitting and setting up?  What benefits did you get?  What
were the downsides?

Question 2

It is fitted with Michelin T66 and T66X tyres.  They always feel nervous
in the wet on city streets.  Also the two parallel groves can make the
bike tip in unexpectedly quickly and track whitelines suddenly.  I am
wondering if anyone can suggest tyres that are for purely road use that
will give good wet weather performance.

Question 3

Has anyone any experience of fitting the progressive rate front springs
which are available?


Observation.

I have modded



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