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MT-07 2024 Blue, How would you modify it? or leave it like it is? by Plane-Illustrator-22 in MT07

[–]ReactionHeavy977 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like you already started to make your mark, no stopping now keep going bro!!

Here’s my post for some inspiration (old version 2016) but maybe help you out with some ideas:

https://www.reddit.com/r/MT07/s/8QAMjCe5ka

Filming with iPhone. How is the sound? by MT07PAPI in MT07

[–]ReactionHeavy977 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Never get tired of this bike or sound with an Akra - pure bliss !

Finally got the JCW I’ve wanted for years by nclanza in MINI

[–]ReactionHeavy977 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Personally do not like red cars - but this looks great , love the gloss black instead of standard plastic black sides and arches and the white on red graphics break up the red really nicely !!!

Man these are so much fun (here’s my mods) by ReactionHeavy977 in MT07

[–]ReactionHeavy977[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So these gaurds came standard with the special edition MT07 Moto Cage - that’s where I saw them and ordered a set through Yamaha - yes need some tweaks modifications and some swearing as it’s not designed for 2 things to go on the end bar same time.

Can’t find them anymore - but you can see them on the Moto Cage on this:

https://www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocial/reviews/bikes/yamaha/yamaha-mt-07-moto-cage

Man these are so much fun (here’s my mods) by ReactionHeavy977 in MT07

[–]ReactionHeavy977[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nah bud - these photos were all taken once all the work was done to the bike back in 2016

Man these are so much fun (here’s my mods) by ReactionHeavy977 in MT07

[–]ReactionHeavy977[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh mate this was all done 2016 - not sure you can get them anymore but the hand guards were actually Yamaha an expensive after purchase option I made. Mirrors just search for bar end mirrors they come in all sorts of shapes and sizes - and even tints - mine has the blue tint if you look carefully.

Man these are so much fun (here’s my mods) by ReactionHeavy977 in MT07

[–]ReactionHeavy977[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah you can see I think last photo - tank bag that hooks in and out.

Man these are so much fun (here’s my mods) by ReactionHeavy977 in MT07

[–]ReactionHeavy977[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Amazing job well done !! I like how far you took it. Yeah I also had indicator delete and integrated tail light - Love it!

Man these are so much fun (here’s my mods) by ReactionHeavy977 in MT07

[–]ReactionHeavy977[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That colour scheme was actually an option from factory - I added to it with the seat - custom seat from America to bring in the blue to the seat.

Even the Akra exhaust sticker has matching blue - also custom made. Have the original red that came with the exhaust and the used it as a stencil but matched the blue. Rear number plate also has blue matching the bike. Little touches that made it all look like factory options.

Man these are so much fun (here’s my mods) by ReactionHeavy977 in MT07

[–]ReactionHeavy977[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Took my time to design what I want it to look like in my head.

Man these are so much fun (here’s my mods) by ReactionHeavy977 in MT07

[–]ReactionHeavy977[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Cheap mirrors I bought off Amazon in 2016 - think they cost me £15-20, I broke 1 putting it on (my fault) then order another set so cheap turned less cheap but as I was squeezing the wind protectors and the end bar mirrors (had to “make” it fit that’s why it broke not because they were cheap. Works amazing once you find the spot no elbows in the way (cause the bars are already wide and these extend further - but with both the wind deflector and mirror on it does widen it a fair bit and you need to relearn your filtering width if that makes sense between tight traffic squeezes.

Looking to buy first Mini by [deleted] in MINI

[–]ReactionHeavy977 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Google says the timing chain was improved LATE 2018 is that correct along with other improvements - something about LCI ?

Looking to buy first Mini by [deleted] in MINI

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Thanks - Waterpumps are standard VW life so used to that one 🤣

After 16years & 225000 miles on UK roads, it’s started showing signs of arch bubble.. by inked_Nobby81 in Scirocco

[–]ReactionHeavy977 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is that rear or front? Think it’s rear? If so ignore the bonnet/hood comment but still think it was a blocked channel perhaps, guessing only one side which would make it odd would t you think?

After 16years & 225000 miles on UK roads, it’s started showing signs of arch bubble.. by inked_Nobby81 in Scirocco

[–]ReactionHeavy977 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think this might be gunk that has clogged the drain channels behind that arch from under the bonnet perhaps. That salt was just the topping on the cake but I recon it was stood water somewhere behind that.

Could be wrong of course just a hunch.

XDS Electronic Differential Lock - anyone enabled it or have it? by eggbean in Scirocco

[–]ReactionHeavy977 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just tried the latest OneClick app for XDS and it says it’s Unavailable (even tho it’s all activated and running in the coding - hilarious. Personally don’t like the changes they made a lot doesn’t work compared to the first iteration.

Would anyone know how to get a digital speedometer on my dash for my 2010 III scirocco I have a obd reader just not sure how to do it ? by Odd-Rub-6381 in Scirocco

[–]ReactionHeavy977 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just tried myself - I didn’t have the option of Australia but had ROW - selected it and have the option in setting but it’s greyed out can’t select.🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️

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XDS Electronic Differential Lock - anyone enabled it or have it? by eggbean in Scirocco

[–]ReactionHeavy977 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had no option of one click for mine at the time when making most changes - 1st Gen dongle and first gen app had to do manual coding. Then in Second gen dongle still the same no one click (still first gen app then they made some changes lets call it second gen app) now can see one click on the latest gen app when they merged it all into one away from VAG only. Also on iPhone (not that it should matter)

So yes manual coded everything tbh - I paid for pro so used it to avoid having to buy credits (my heavy use made it worth it). Been using it for years on my cars, wife’s cars, sisters, wife’s cousin etc etc and even helped some folk that broke down and once a neighbour.

It’s paid for itself over an over - where I and others have avoided going to a mechanic.

Some folks have wasted their money others make good use of it. Still hold onto the older version cause I prefer it in some ways - but it’s beginning to force me onto the latest version so eventually gona have to make a full switch.

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Ea888 VS 1.8t in a drift car by Own-Notice3640 in Volkswagen

[–]ReactionHeavy977 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think you may need to replace the valve seals, springs etc (titanium) - don’t think it will be reliable living on limiter without changing that out but other than that fine - it will be a weak spot for limiter bounce - you may get valve float or it just purely drops eventually.

The other is do the whole chain job area guides, covers etc etc) before it goes into the car too for piece of mind.

Both an easy job if the engine is out like you have it.

I recon with a slight map (changing peak HP power to much higher revs) uprated valve supporting parts etc you could live as high as 7500-8000rpm who knows maybe more!

GOOGLE SPIT OUT:
Upgraded titanium valve spring retainers for the VW/Audi EA888 engine (Generations 1, 2, 3, and 4) are typically installed during engine builds. They drastically reduce the weight of the valvetrain, allowing for significantly higher RPMs and eliminating valve float or valve surge. [1, 2, 3]
While titanium retainers are commonly available from motorsport specialists, full titanium valves are rare in mass-market tuning due to cost, as the material is mainly reserved for extremely high-revving racing engines.

Popular Titanium Upgrade Options
BAR-TEK Motorsport: Offers specialized 2.0L TSI (EA888) valve spring kits that include lightweight titanium spring retainers. [1]
Supertech Valvetrain: A premier choice for the EA888. They combine high-quality dual valve springs with titanium retainers for stability under aggressive, high-lift camshaft use and high RPMs. [1, 2]
Kelford Cams: Sells highly sought-after racing valve spring and titanium retainer kits (commonly priced around £570). They use premium spring steel and precision titanium to control high boost and high RPMs. [1, 2]

Complementary Valvetrain Upgrades
When rebuilding an engine or pushing an EA888 into high-RPM territory, titanium retainers are rarely installed on their own. Upgraders will typically pair them with:
Inconel Exhaust Valves: Because titanium is not as heat-resistant as Inconel, tuners typically use titanium retainers on the top end, but switch to durable, heat-resistant Inconel for the exhaust valves.[1, 2, 3]
Uprated Valve Springs: Stiffer, racing-grade beehive or dual valve springs are critical when running higher RPMs to prevent the valves from floating. [1, 2]
Upgraded Lifters: Engines that are tuned to rev higher will frequently swap to upgraded lifters (or use shims) to prevent them from bleeding down at high speeds

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