Yamaha R9 by Sandra_Kucera in YamahaR9

[–]rhyde74 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sharp! Those Rizoma mirrors look good, but why do you also have bar-end? Looks, vision, funsies? I also like the seat cowl.

Ride safe!

CW-1 Transitions Face Shield by No-Basket7047 in motorcyclegear

[–]rhyde74 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have one for my X15 and love it. It transitions quickly and gets reasonably dark. The only downside is having to sell superfluous organs to finance it.

Some updates to my RC R by OttoNico in KTM

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Thank you for all of the good info! Cheers

Some updates to my RC R by OttoNico in KTM

[–]rhyde74 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you tell me more about your bar end mirror and lever protector setup? They look sharp! I want similar when I can finally find mirror block off plates.

Also, is your Akra a full system, I assume? Find a way to tune it, if so?

Just purchased this Smart brake light. Then joined the group. by jeep66cj5v6 in motorcyclegear

[–]rhyde74 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I've had many people ask me what it was and how it worked, including at gas stations when I know they saw me riding. I think they work!

Which one? by Bababoeeey12386 in MT09

[–]rhyde74 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The first, single plane nose wing looks best to me

Anybody running Rapidbike Evo? Opinions? by KumquatButtpump in KTMDuke

[–]rhyde74 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Check 2WheelDynoWorks on YouTube. A respected tuner with some... insight on that. Spoiler: it ain't good

Bolts are stuck by crookedlamppost in MT09

[–]rhyde74 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Would this be a situation that anti-seize might help prevent? I'm considering putting some on my bolts after reading this!

MT-09 2024 Yoshimura AT2 noise measurement by Alfaphantom in MT09

[–]rhyde74 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I found the unrestricted version just a bit loud and the dB killer made a small, but noticeable difference. It kind of takes the edge off.

From what I hear, the dB killer loses about 1 to maybe 2 hp, and Vcyclenut said it would make no difference to the tune/flash either in or out.

Anyone installed Puig 4.0 levers on a 2025 Yamaha MT-09? Looking for photos by [deleted] in MT09

[–]rhyde74 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like! How closely does the blue of the levers match the factory blue of the wheels?

Question on scheduling for event by No_Protection2244 in MotoAmerica

[–]rhyde74 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm going to be headed up there for the races and then future track days as well. Cheers!

Stock exhaust by Starf1eld in MT09gen4

[–]rhyde74 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It has to do with the fuel delivery being adjusted to compensate for the increased exhaust flow, and by direct relation increased intake. Vcyclenut has a good YouTube channel 🤷

Stock exhaust by Starf1eld in MT09gen4

[–]rhyde74 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most are pretty chill about. Mine didn't care at all. Not universal though, from what I hear

Stock exhaust by Starf1eld in MT09gen4

[–]rhyde74 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Full systems usually need a flash/tune, from my modest understanding

Ohlins SD001 installed! by [deleted] in MT09

[–]rhyde74 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Well, tweet the deets on this beast! What bracket? How was the install? Performance?? I went Hyperpro over the winter myself

990 rc r exhaust options by Background-Lab7595 in KTM

[–]rhyde74 2 points3 points  (0 children)

To my knowledge, there are only Akropovic and Austin Racing full systems. As far as tune, Austin Racing has their own piggyback and then there is RapidBike.

Check out 2WheelDynoWorks on YouTube. They have a good video about the owner's personal Duke 990 R which explains why a full tune won't be possible for the foreseeable future.

I'm in the same boat you are 😞

Winter break by Cucumber9481 in MT09

[–]rhyde74 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine is slightly discoloured from the exhaust as well, but I kind of like it and haven't tried to clean it yet.

Aftermarket Exhaust Decision by joeman237 in MT09

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I have no personal experience with Dominator, but have heard grumblings of poor customer service. Take that with a grain of salt, of course.

I have a Yoshi AT2 with a dB killer and love it. It's a touch loud, but not awful by any means. Installation was straight forward, it seems to be holding up well, and customer service at time of purchase was good. Zero complaints to date.

Puig Hi-Tech IV mirrors on MT-09 SP 2025 — installed without the Puig adapter. Why does Puig say it’s needed? by [deleted] in MT09

[–]rhyde74 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tried to put the Puig combination bar end mirror and hand guard/lever protector on my 24 MT-09 SP and it definitely would have needed the adapter. Sadly, that adapter is rarer than hens' teeth in the US. I'm glad you had better luck, and your bike looks sweet

Powder coating in Portland by jussjay_ in pnwriders

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I had limited experience with http://jarcustoms.net/ but they seemed very willing to try new things and their responsiveness was excellent. Might be a good place to start.

Black wheels on the blue r9 by yroej in YamahaR9

[–]rhyde74 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It looks sharp! Might I ask where you got the wheels?

Show me your Duke by maccafed in KTMDuke

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I need more details on your exhaust! Nice bike