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Message started by kevinphan on 05/24/09 at 08:10:01

Title: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 05/24/09 at 08:10:01

Hello my name is Kevin and I am 20. I just picked up an 07 S40 off of my sister because she has a baby on the way and can't ride anytime soon. This thing is a blast to ride it's my first bike but I have ridden crotch rockets before. My plans are to make it "bobberish" looking. Here are a couple of pictures:

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Bike2-1.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Bike-4.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-1.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-Springer.jpg
Seeing how I'm going to fab some mounts

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-Kevin.jpg

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Bug Chaser on 05/24/09 at 08:32:39

Welcome to the site! There is a lot of great information here and a bunch of cool characters willing to lend good advice on this bike. Good job on the seat upgrade.

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Post by mikeo on 05/24/09 at 09:36:59

Can we see pics of your sister? ;) Just kidding. Nice bike.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Savage Eddie on 05/24/09 at 09:41:03

Bobber.....YEAH! :)

so much you can do with these bikes, this is a awesome site and everyone is so helpful! search out the bobber project threads!!!!

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Rocco on 05/24/09 at 09:41:15

love the handle bars! and welcome! i'm fairly new myself! ask and u shall be answered....many times over!!

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 05/24/09 at 10:54:25

A fork brace will make it feel more stable. Nice color. I like that a lot. The seat looks like a really good idea, too. How much$$ & where did you get it?

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Savage_Amusement on 05/24/09 at 11:54:13

Nice, it also looks like you have a photo hobby as well! Just be careful making this face ;D too much because the bugs are starting to come out.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 05/24/09 at 14:50:59

Yeah I love this bike. I wear a full face so bugs aren't a big issue but I almost went down went a "helicopter" leaf thing nailed me in the neck. I've been looking into which fender would be a good size. I was thinking a 4inch or 5inch wide fender.

I'll keep updating you guys on the project, I'm removing all the lights and replacing them, painting the bike completely flat black.

Typed this up on my iPhone so if it doesn't make sense sorry :p

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by verslagen1 on 05/24/09 at 14:54:48

Oh god not another flat black bike, wanna trade tin?
The red '96 needs painting

Taking photography?

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by High-Def on 05/24/09 at 15:09:53

Welcome to the site. Keep taking stuff off, she gets prettier the more naked she is ;)

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by alcoa on 05/24/09 at 16:48:52

:)You poor thing run before you get sucked in with the rest of us, the savage beast will take over and you cant say no. Got to, my bike is calling. ;) welcome

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 05/24/09 at 17:29:32

I shoot photo's for fun, I got into it a couple of years ago.

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/AtlasBah.jpg

http://www.flickr.com/photos/kevinphan

Most of my gear I have acquired some more recently but I don't shoot as much as I did before.

I'm already sucked in, my sister messed up on the title so I have to wait for a duplicate one so I can register it again but I have been riding around my neighborhood without plates ::)

I purchased off my sister for 2900$ with 1500 miles on it. I would like to paint it flat black since I love that look.

This is my car that I haven't finished, it's a 91 240sx

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/240sx-Rear-wheel.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/240sx-12.jpg

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Rocco on 05/24/09 at 20:20:04

i'm going flat black 2! can't beat it bro!

and about the 240....ka24 or planning an sr20? you'll find that the bike is much more cost effective(gets better mileage and more ladies lol)

i was looking for a 5.0 mustang for street and strip when i decided 2 buy my savage....the sad thing is i paid the same amount for the whole bike as a rebuilt tranny for a stang costs! PLUS i'll retain my license by not racing @ every stop light...AND i think bikes are cooler anyways...any idiot can steer a car 8-)

you'll know which u like better if when driving your car u feel like you're simply "going somewhere" as opposed 2 riding and feeling the way the bike makes u feel!!

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by JeremySW on 05/24/09 at 22:24:14

Congrats man!

I'm looking for a good deal on an s40 currently. I just passed my motorcycle safety course so I'm getting my moto license Tuesday.

I might go flat black too but after seeing some bikes on here I'm getting inspired to do something different.

Enjoy the bike but be safe above all else!

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 05/24/09 at 23:56:06

0538343438570 wrote:

Surprised anyone on the board would recognize the 240, but funny you ask which motor was going in it haha. I just sold my SR20DET to get money to purchase my bike :P Best choice I have made yet.

I'm going to drop in a KA24DE then rebuild and turbo it with a GT35R, should have 400whp on low boost ;D Good choice on ditching the Stang and buying an S40. It's so much more fun riding on my bike than driving a car.

1C3324333B2F0501560 wrote:

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by John_D on 05/25/09 at 00:29:28

3C32213E39273F3639570 wrote:

I thought the s40 would have a gas warning light but it doesn't and I found out the hard way ;D

Nice looking bike, I like the color! As far as the gas guage, or lack thereof, some folks here have come up with a homemade trip odometer to help keep track of things:
http://suzukisavage.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1241026939/14#14

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by PTRider on 05/25/09 at 08:46:17

Quote:

I thought the s40 would have a gas warning light but it doesn't and I found out the hard way

Just refill the gas tank every time the odometer rolls over another 100 miles...that works for me.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by JeremySW on 05/25/09 at 08:56:38

7E70637C7B657D747B150 wrote:

[quote author=0538343438570 link=1243177801/0#12 date=1243221604]i'm going flat black 2! can't beat it bro!

and about the 240....ka24 or planning an sr20? you'll find that the bike is much more cost effective(gets better mileage and more ladies lol)

i was looking for a 5.0 mustang for street and strip when i decided 2 buy my savage....the sad thing is i paid the same amount for the whole bike as a rebuilt tranny for a stang costs! PLUS i'll retain my license by not racing @ every stop light...AND i think bikes are cooler anyways...any idiot can steer a car 8-)

you'll know which u like better if when driving your car u feel like you're simply "going somewhere" as opposed 2 riding and feeling the way the bike makes u feel!!

Congrats on passing the course! I plan on taking it as soon as I can afford it, I'm currently driving with a permit but I am insured. I'm open on ideas for colors, flat black seems safe and looks good if you paint it good and not do a poopy job.

I thought the s40 would have a gas warning light but it doesn't and I found out the hard way ;D[/quote]

Yeah the course was pretty easy. I'm sure you'll ace it since you've been riding already. I came into it having only ridden a 100cc dirt bike like 4 years ago. And had no real problem passing any of it. I had an awesome RiderCoach which really helps.

Didnt notice what state you were in but for me it was 100 bucks. But learning potentially life-saving tips and not having to deal with the DMV other than to 'look here and smile' was well worth it. Plus it pays for itself by cheapening up your motorcycle insurance.

There may also be a pretty long waiting list depending on your state. I'm in the mid atlantic region and I know it takes months for some people to get into the Maryland courses.

Just some things to think about, enjoy that bike man.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Rocco on 05/25/09 at 10:19:32

lol anything with wheels and a skirt !! i need 2 buy that sticker!

i started life as a car freak but i've been converted to 2 wheels! i've seen plenty of ka24's that killed down here(even though they're dubbed as a "truck motor" lol). it's funny how i know so much about cars and so little about bikes! i'm having fun learning though, and i def don't regret not buying the stang right now. when i'm older maybe i'll get a nice '68 fastback, but y would i when i can just hop on the savage BACKFIRE is her name and be just as or more happy riding her?

the fact that a 5.0 with light mods gets around 15mpg, has high insurance and i'm sure i'd take on everything that revved next to me is enough for me 2 realize i'm not ready for that kind of power.

my dad had a dodge dakota with the 4.7v8 and i killed it in that poor truck. i made the transporter look like a kid on a go kart lol but with the bike i take it easy, i respect it more...and i laugh everytime she pops lol

OH! i went over to my girl's house the other night, pulled up turned her off and sure enough 1...2...3...POP!!! my girl came out laughing and goes "was that the bike or did u announce your arrival with a warning shot?" lol how can u beat that kind of fun?

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 05/26/09 at 00:20:41

052A3D2A22361C184F0 wrote:

Yeah the course was pretty easy. I'm sure you'll ace it since you've been riding already. I came into it having only ridden a 100cc dirt bike like 4 years ago. And had no real problem passing any of it. I had an awesome RiderCoach which really helps.

Didnt notice what state you were in but for me it was 100 bucks. But learning potentially life-saving tips and not having to deal with the DMV other than to 'look here and smile' was well worth it. Plus it pays for itself by cheapening up your motorcycle insurance.

There may also be a pretty long waiting list depending on your state. I'm in the mid atlantic region and I know it takes months for some people to get into the Maryland courses.

Just some things to think about, enjoy that bike man.

Yeah I'm from Massachusetts, my brother recently finished his course and it was about 300$ but he said it was well worth it. He owns an R6. I'll be taking the class, it's just a matter of when now.

023F33333F500 wrote:

I'm right with you with knowing a lot about cars and little about bikes. Haha oh man my friend owns an STi lightly modded right now and he races anything that revs at him. I like driving cars, I definitely don't smile as much as I do when I'm riding my bike though, it's usually ear to ear the entire time. Ya can't beat that!

Made some slight progress, painted the air box covers.

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-Paint-2.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-Paint-6.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-Paint-10.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-Paint-11.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-Paint-13.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-Paint-12.jpg

Now to paint the tank the same color or keep it OEM?!?

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Rocco on 05/26/09 at 08:39:49

a friend of mine's sti puts around 350 to the wheels and i'm shocked he has his license still!

that came out really good bro, i'm going to paint the whole thing, tank, fenders, pretty much whatever was painted originally.

now i'm wondering if i should go flat black or mineral grey metallic(the mustang color)

my buddy has an airbrush machine, so i'm thinking that over rattle can BUT i might want the "home made" feel rattle cans give u....decisions decisions!!!!

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Joshua on 05/26/09 at 08:39:50

Welcome to the site. Nice looking bike and excellent photography.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Joshua on 05/26/09 at 08:41:56

As far as whether you should paint the tank? I think it looks sharp they way it is with the black sides and blue tank but blue is my favorite color so...

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 05/27/09 at 20:34:49

Debadged the tank going to leave it blue for now.

Picked up a trailer fended and modded it to work.

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Fender-1.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Fenderless.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Cutting-Fender.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Mock-Up-4.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Bike-New-3.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Bike-New-2.jpg

Just needs paint now. I love it :D

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by JeremySW on 05/27/09 at 22:10:07

darnit Kevin. You are doing exactly what I plan to do when I get my s40 this summer. I'm already antsy as hell to get one and you are making it 10x worse.

Love the direction and love the photos. Keep them coming. How did you mount the fender? Nuts and Bolts or did you weld?

More photos! Its good for my "fix''. 8-)

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 05/27/09 at 23:09:58

Oh man you are going to enjoy this bike so much when you get it!!! It's mounted using the 2 bottom half fender bolts, I didn't attach the fender bolts that bolt up to the seat horn things. It's on there good too.

Took it for a spin in the rain and water was all up my back which I expected with the fender so short but I love it that way.

I'll be sure to take more photos too, next up is lowering, new custom exhaust, and a few minor things. I'll try to take some photos during the daytime. ;D

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Rocco on 05/27/09 at 23:15:54

THAT IS WICKED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

bro, that's friggin sweeeeet! i was thinking of ditching my front fender, and cutting the rear one like u did but i like my sissy bar.

it looks ridiculously awesome! was it a pain taking the back end all apart?

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 05/27/09 at 23:57:27

Thanks man! I was thinking of putting the front fender back on but painted black, not sure I doubt I will. I enjoy the clean look it has now.

It was pretty easy, DEFINITELY have a friend to help because it'll be a pregnant dog alone.

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Post by Rocco on 05/28/09 at 00:19:58

yeah i'm thinking no front if i can't get the punisher logo, i have the punisher skull on my car and helmet and a punch of other stuff so that's what i'm sticking with!

now whether i want the logo on the tank is up for debate, since i put a nice round dent in it layin her down lol

http://c3.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/72/l_f4bfee03ed624c76b6cc9bc60f361d1a.jpg

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Post by Duane on 05/28/09 at 06:49:03

507F687F7763494D1A0 wrote:

Where are you located?

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Post by JeremySW on 05/28/09 at 10:10:57

Mid atlantic. Maryland/Northern VA/Eastern WV/Southern PA.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 05/28/09 at 10:21:03

Yeah that punishet looks really nice! Going to find some led and housings and wire up the signals and brake light.

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Post by Rocco on 05/28/09 at 10:31:17

thanks man, when my friends see the punisher logo they think of me. my girl even bought me "punisher punch" lol

i'm awaiting a 3rd set of led accent lights, i saw them on a chopper and they looked bada$$! and since they would add a little safety as well, i'm in!

i was thinking of debatching her since it's gonna be a while b4 i paint, but i think the graphics are clearcoated on....not sure though...might have to ask that ? next!

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Post by Duane on 05/28/09 at 10:39:18

614E594E4652787C2B0 wrote:

Mid atlantic. Maryland/Northern VA/Eastern WV/Southern PA.

Bummer, I'm in IN.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 05/28/09 at 23:01:37

576A66666A050 wrote:

There is a step by step on how to remove the badges, it's fairly easy and you won't scratch or mess up the clear if you go slow.

Shot some more photos:

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-New-2.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-New-3.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-New.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-New-4.jpg

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Rocco on 05/28/09 at 23:23:26

yeah i might do that b4 i paint anyways! i assume just peel them off slow? lol

after i put my leds on i'm gonna take some nice night pics too

i really like the rear fender u got, but i like the sissy bar and 2 seats mine has...decisions decisions!!

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 05/28/09 at 23:28:29

033E32323E510 wrote:

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Rocco on 05/29/09 at 07:28:06

sweet thanks bro! yeah i'm gonna go riding 2day for my birthday b4 work(hopefully the boss gives me off!)

but i just cleaned her the other day so she is ready for a close up! but i warn u, it'll be on my camera phone...so no kick a$$ shots like u get man! lol

and i'm def thinking no badges!

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Post by Rocco on 05/29/09 at 10:22:10

just got back from my bday spin, picked up crap for a camera that was given to me with no accessories lol

as you can see she is stock minus the dents, scraped pegs, rear turn signals and bar bag. and yes my pipe is blue cuz she pops so much! lol wouldn't trade that "shotgun" effect for anything!!

tell me what u think!

http://c3.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/70/l_825c7eeb61364214ae0b158beb0299aa.jpg

http://c4.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/105/l_39594282e893452895ac90296d7fa15f.jpg

http://c3.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/81/l_fc7279ce67e94aaea85594d35d42bc56.jpg

http://c1.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/77/l_95d8f419fe304e3cb21893ba9336bf3c.jpg

http://c2.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/74/l_c603d1ec90fa4695a9344d829bdfc551.jpg

http://c3.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images02/97/l_af7d220feeda43e3a8a4395d633cea6e.jpg

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Duane on 05/29/09 at 10:57:05

3m makes a good solvent for getting the sticky off after you take of decals ect. Old timers used to use gas.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Rocco on 05/29/09 at 11:23:08

3m? never heard of it! i gotta change my oil in my dodge soon, also gonna pick up more fuses to put in my tool bag, i'll pick some of that as well!

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Post by marshall13 on 05/29/09 at 11:29:48

acetone is good for removing the "stickies" after you remove decals and such... nail polish remover is mostly acetone... home depot sels it too...

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Post by High-Def on 05/29/09 at 11:45:08

good ol WD-40 works well too.

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Post by Rocco on 05/29/09 at 11:56:07

i know i have some wd, and i'm sure my ma has nail polish remover as well!

does anybody like my rear turn signals? i think they're sweet! i might upgrade to led ones that look like shark fins eventually. my stock one was corroded to hell, and these were only 17.99 a set @ cycle gear !! ;D

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by marshall13 on 05/29/09 at 11:59:41

665B57575B340 wrote:

kinda tiny, but look lots better than the stock ones... funny how OEM signals really havent changed at all since the early 70s.... is there a DOT "face area" spec?

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Post by Duane on 05/29/09 at 12:04:00

I like the stock ones. The bigger the better so cagers can see me.

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Post by Rocco on 05/29/09 at 12:54:00

i'm not sure if there is a law about turn signals, i know alot of bikes that don't have any!

and i don't mind them being tiny! i do the head turn and i w8 a couple secs b4 i get over

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by marshall13 on 05/29/09 at 12:59:22

0439353539560 wrote:

i'm not sure if there is a law about turn signals, i know alot of bikes that don't have any!

and i don't mind them being tiny! i do the head turn and i w8 a couple secs b4 i get over

here in florida, no turn signals required... in new york, it was "not required on pre-72 models"....

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by High-Def on 05/29/09 at 13:20:17

In AZ, no signals, no emisions testing, no helmet law, only a loosely inforce noise ordinace. 8-) Bikes are bikes and men are banditos.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Rocco on 05/29/09 at 20:31:38

lol i think there should be a helmet law down here, with all the "q tips"(old people who all u see is the poofy white hair over the steering wheel lol) !!!

and no emissions either!

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Post by John_D on 05/29/09 at 22:48:42

6C62716E69776F6669070 wrote:

[quote author=033E32323E510 link=1243177801/30#35 date=1243578206]yeah i might do that b4 i paint anyways! i assume just peel them off slow? lol

after i put my leds on i'm gonna take some nice night pics too

i really like the rear fender u got, but i like the sissy bar and 2 seats mine has...decisions decisions!!

Definitely post some up I'd like to see your bike!

As for peeling the badges, heat it up with a blow dryer for the badges metal covering the air box. For the tank heat it up and run some dental floss behind it in an up and down motion and then get a plastic scraper or razor I used the razor and scrape off the remaining glue, goo gone the residue, then a buff/wax and your good!
[/quote]
Slight differences I'm noticing here. Kevinphan has a newer bike like mine, with the metal (plastic?) emblems, while Rocco has stickers. It was mentioned somewhere whether the stickers are under the clearcoat, but I can't remember for sure. :-/

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Rocco on 05/29/09 at 23:28:32

yeah i was wondering about a clearcoat...i don't want to ruin anything and they won't come off easily if they're clearcoated right?

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by John_D on 05/30/09 at 00:29:47

Probably not, plus if the paint has faded the least little bit, it'll be a different color where the sticker was. The same's true for emblems for that matter.

Not sure but if you could remove the stickers without damaging the paint, you might be able to go over the whole thing with very fine sandpaper to get through the oxidized stuff, and re-clear it. Of course by that point, may as well just shoot some color on there along with the clear.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 05/30/09 at 00:32:13

Looking good Rocco, I like the turn signals!

Does anyone know where I can pick up a set to rejet my engine? Seems to run really rich and my friend said they can see a quick burst of fire coming out of the exhaust which is awesome but I'd like to now start changing out parts and upgrading the performance :)

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by flcruzr on 05/30/09 at 06:38:07

I really like the looks of the solo spring seat, are they comfortable or just mainly for looks???

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Post by Rocco on 05/30/09 at 10:47:42

i like the turn signals too!

and fireballs? y would u change that? lol it's probably too rich, but u get fire in return?!?! SWEEEET!

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by marshall13 on 05/30/09 at 10:58:47

5F626E6E620D0 wrote:

yeah i was wondering about a clearcoat...i don't want to ruin anything and they won't come off easily if they're clearcoated right?

factory stickers usually wont be under clearcoat... they're installed after the bikes destination is decided, and the finish inspection... Rocco, in florida, you're required to wear a helmet if you dont carry 10 grand PIP insurance that specifically covers lidless riding... no emissions or safety inspection here, either.... 1500 grit rubbing compound to blend faded paint into the "perfect" paint under the badges and stickers... the uniform "scratches" in the clearcoat will camo the color difference.... i'd do it by hand, as the parts are small, and you have much more control over the final appearance than with a buffer...

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Rocco on 05/30/09 at 11:46:52

then y do i see everyone riding lidless without insurance????? idiots! y would u risk it?

AND i just talked to a friend who does vinyl graphics, and he might be able to pull something off for me....i'll keep it a secret for now!!

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by marshall13 on 05/30/09 at 13:19:22

0B363A3A36590 wrote:

the same reason you see folks driving cars with no insurance, suspended licenses, and stolen plates( a felony, by the way).... people tend to do stupid things...rofl it seems traffic tickets are the new "beanie babies" in south florida... gotta collect 'em all....

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by marshall13 on 05/30/09 at 13:37:09

and just to let you know, Rocco, you actually do have to have liability insurance on a bike here... you dont have to show proof to register, but if you get in an accident, and dont have it, it's mandatory SR22 insurance for 3 years on all your vehicles... DUIs, and some other major moving violations will have the same effect if you dont have the insurance (though im pretty sure a DUI gets you SR22'd no matter what).... SR22 runs about 3 times your normal insurance rate.... check Yonah's thread in the tech section on state mc laws...

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 05/31/09 at 00:37:22

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-Side-2.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-Side.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/New-Mirrow.jpg
Probably not legal... oh well

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Rear-Plate.jpg
First attempt at a custom light, license light and license bracket. Broke after 10 mins

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Rear-Plate-2.jpg
Got bored tonight and decided to take a second go at it. Just need to trim the edges down and it should be decent.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by John_D on 05/31/09 at 03:25:30

Lookin sharp! [smiley=thumbsup.gif]

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Louisiana_Geezer on 05/31/09 at 08:47:12

Great looking bike... Great thread with lots of varied info.

I love the seat, too. Someone asked about it earlier, but got no answer.

Laws in Louisiana CURRENTLY require a helmet and at least liability insurance. BUT, since the state ranks near the top on the number of hit and run accidents — because we rank highest in uninsured drivers — you'd have to be nuts if you didn't add uninsured motorists coverage to pay for your medical bills.

The state is probably going to approve a change to the helmet law similar to what was described to be happening in Florida. Over 21 and you don't have to wear one, but you gotta have the medical coverage.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 05/31/09 at 09:11:49

5D5758494E41493B0 wrote:

I really like the looks of the solo spring seat, are they comfortable or just mainly for looks???

I didn't mount the springs because I was lazy, I ended up bending the stock brackets to line up with the bolts on the solo seat. I'll grab a picture sometime. Solo seat with the springs is pretty comfortable, without the springs the big bumps you will feel in your back but I just slightly lift off my seat to absorb the bump.

122F23232F400 wrote:

i like the turn signals too!

and fireballs? y would u change that? lol it's probably too rich, but u get fire in return?!?! SWEEEET!

Haha indeed my friend, it does look badass at night ;D

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Rocco on 05/31/09 at 09:49:47

i like the runnin light! that's a sweet idea!

also, down here u can't have your plate vertical....lame i know but what can u do. i believe it's a 1000 bucks if they ticket u for it!!

i'm thinkin of going with a theme bike now instead of all black, i've got a few things as ideas but i've got some kinks to work out but if it goes to plan it should be sweeeet!!

and flames are always a bonus...unless they're on u! lol

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 05/31/09 at 15:33:48

6B565A5A56390 wrote:

Keep us updated with the theme bike. I think I know what it is maybe ? :-X

It's illegal up here to have your plate vertical too but I know a few friends that run them vertical and haven't had a problem. I hope the same for myself haha.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Rocco on 05/31/09 at 19:49:14

lol if u were thinking inbetween wolverine or ninja turtles u are correct my friend! i posted it in the theme bikes post. couldn't help myself! my fav band is avenged sevenfold and i was thinking that BUT their symbol might get me shot by the hells angels...so that's not an option!

http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n103/Z06Rob/DeathBat.jpg

lol my friends know how much the tickets cost cuz they have to pay them! my buddy's enduro was busted for doing wheelies and vertical license plate...it was NOT cheap! but oh well, can't fix stupid(the wheelies that is, not the plate)

so i'm still in the process of figuring things out with the theme, and i have a few ideas. all i want is my bike to be original, and when people see it they say "that is Rocco in nutshell...or turtle shell" ahaaaha

then of course i've have to change Backfire's name to "SHELL-ACIOUS" hahhahaa

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 06/02/09 at 22:39:29

Oh man that is going to look wicked! I was thinking you were going to go for the punisher look [smiley=lolk.gif]

Mounted rear signals...

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/turn.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/turn2.jpg

You can kinda see the new sideways license plate bracket I made up really quickly. Title is in, hopefully it should be on the road legally tomorrow [crosses fingers!]

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Rocco on 06/02/09 at 23:25:33

that looks sweeeeet!

i think i'm going to do the punisher, ninja turtles and my style of karate lol i can't decide on just one!!

i'm about to post a new post of the lights, and the emblems and the leak that i have lol check it out bro!!

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 06/06/09 at 20:45:38

Digging the light, doesn't hurt to keep the dumb people who don't pay attention on the road to see you better.

Got it registered and put over 400 miles on her already, car hasn't seen much use ;D

Went for a cruise with my brother who owns the R6 and my friend who owns the 240sx...

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Shanes-240sx2.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-4.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-3.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-2.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/R6-1.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/R6-5.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/R6-4.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Group-2-1.jpg

Painting some odds and ends flat black and maybe a jockey shift is in the works.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Rocco on 06/07/09 at 08:06:15

that looks like alot of fun bro!

my friend has a concours, and one just bought a gixxer 650. and my sis's boyfriend(who i actually don't mind lol) has a gixxer that he's trying to fix. i can't w8 to get a couple of us to ride. of course i'm the only cruiser, but the good thing about that is if the cops show they probably won't bother me!!

and my car is purely for when it rains or i have to go to work lol funny how things change!

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 06/17/09 at 23:16:39

Haha yeah I never drive my car unless its raining or I absolutely have to drive someone around.

I might purchase a crotch rocket once I'm finished with this one. :P :-X

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-Fell-over-2.jpg
She fell, I got a new lever today.

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-7.jpg
Before she fell

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3369/3633625665_ffb87b202b.jpg
Got bored, 20mph ish haha.

Suppose to be raining until next week so I plan to paint the tank, Z bars, lower the front and make a legit license plate bracket. Suicide shift maybe.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Rocco on 06/18/09 at 07:36:27

BRO! i don't think anyone on her is going to be as excited as u are about a young dude doing stunts! i think they're awesome when done only when the rider can get hurt!

the bike looks wicked though, and don't feel bad about droppin her...gives her character and makes her yours! i ravage my savage all the time lol

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 06/18/09 at 20:58:02

Yeah I figured some would look down upon it, oh well it was funny.

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Picture075.jpg

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d7YHI1qftCw

Runs really rich, guess it's time to re-jet.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kenshi on 06/18/09 at 21:22:52

Nice job! I wish mine was that clean when i started modding...lol

I have a straight through fishtail and a cone filter, so went with #55 Slow jet, a #155 main jet, 2 needle spacers.

Search forum, there is always some debate as to where to start with this stuff, IMHO Mine runs great with these jets though.

Your results may vary, this opinion void in some states.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 06/18/09 at 21:28:34

555B504D56570F0708093E0 wrote:

I'm not quite sure where to begin with the re-jetting process. The bike has been backfiring a ton and it bogs and sputters in first pretty badly. What would you suggest?

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kenshi on 06/18/09 at 22:14:34

Here is a good start. May take some reading to fully figure out.

http://suzukisavage.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1244217127

Can't remember where the other posts are....hmmm

For now, may want to check out the mixture screw on the right side of card and temporarily turn counter-clockwise a quarter to a half turn...should get rid of some of it for now,

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kenshi on 06/18/09 at 23:12:45

I am definitely not a pro at bike mods, so i'll put my 2 cents and let the other guys educate us both...lol
Since you have an open exhaust and stock air filter, it's gonna e guesswork ....
55 pilot
152.5 main
not sure on spacer (1 or 2 washers)
start at 1 1/2 turns out on mixture screw

anyone else? (can't remember what type of washer to get, i bought the kit..lol)

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 06/19/09 at 22:10:13

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RrTZH6P7GAE
Wrapped it today no pics since I left my camera in my friends car.

Thanks Kenshi for the advice, I'll be looking into it. Where could I pick up jets locally? And if I adjust the idle mixture screw temporarily until I rejet and downsides to this? Any long term effects of it running so rich? I'm shooting flames at every backfire although its badass I'm sure something is going to go wrong.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIVmjPZhXkw&feature=channel_page

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kenshi on 06/20/09 at 01:09:13

My girlfriends bike was shooting flames and backfiring, though hers is basically stock.
I put in a new air filter, cleaned the carb, and started adjusting the mixture screw an 1/8 turn at a time until it i could take it around the block without sputters and pops.
If nobody has touched the screw, the bike is running lean from the factory. (EPA reasons...lol)
The straight through exhaust is gonna cause issues til you get it rejetted, but i would make sure you dont have a leak at the exhaust gasket and adjust the screw for now. (It can shoot flames even if its not running rich).
Best places are usually online for jet kits. The guys around here probably have more expierience with them than i do.
Looks like there are 3 Suzuki dealers in your area...i love google.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 06/21/09 at 16:30:07

She leaks where the header meets the exhaust right now. I'll be picking up some jets and I'll go from there.

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-Wrapped.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-Wrapped-Curing-2.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Exhaust-Wrap-Leak.jpg

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by odvelasc on 06/21/09 at 17:34:31

4E40534C4B554D444B250 wrote:

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 06/21/09 at 19:09:32

494250434A475545260 wrote:

[quote author=4E40534C4B554D444B250 link=1243177801/75#80 date=1245627007]She leaks where the header meets the exhaust right now. I'll be picking up some jets and I'll go from there.

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-Wrapped.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-Wrapped-Curing-2.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Exhaust-Wrap-Leak.jpg

You get the flames because your exhaust is waaaay open. You need to rejet. For sure go up a couple of sizes. I bet you dont have a baffle in your exhaust. You are far too lean and your bike is going to run far to hot. Not good for your engine. Your shut down should be a mild poof. In terms of your needle position, maybe get some washers and set it in the middle so its a little higher up and more fuel goes into the carb.
Goodluck. I am still tuning my carb as I have little time.[/quote]

I was thinking of going with this for now:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/SUZUKI-SAVAGE-LS650-S40-CARB-JET-KIT-STAGE-III-SALE_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQ_trkparmsZ65Q3a12Q7c66Q3a4Q7c39Q3a1Q7c72Q3a1240Q7c240Q3a1318Q7c301Q3a0Q7c293Q3a1Q7c294Q3a200QQ_trksidZp3286Q2ec0Q2em14QQhashZitem2301acfcb9QQitemZ150351969465QQptZMotorcyclesQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories

then mess with the idle mixture screw.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by odvelasc on 06/21/09 at 19:17:54

626C7F606779616867090 wrote:

[quote author=494250434A475545260 link=1243177801/75#81 date=1245630871][quote author=4E40534C4B554D444B250 link=1243177801/75#80 date=1245627007]She leaks where the header meets the exhaust right now. I'll be picking up some jets and I'll go from there.

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-Wrapped.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/S40-Wrapped-Curing-2.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Exhaust-Wrap-Leak.jpg

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by odvelasc on 06/21/09 at 19:30:23

Also, I used a stage one jet kit when I put my free flowing exhaust in. I am not a pros, but I would not rejett until having a baffle placed in your muffler. Make sure your muffler is mounted well. I made the mistake of not mouting my muffler with the bracket and it kept coming loose. It might be kinda hard to seal your muff with wrap where it connects to the header lol. I love the wrap. Here is what mine looked like after I painted, and removed the paint from the muffler. It looks cleaner now then there.

http://lt;a href="http://s411.photobucket.com/albums/pp194/odvelasc/?action=view&current=IMAGE_076.jpg" target="_blank"><img src="http://i411.photobucket.com/albums/pp194/odvelasc/IMAGE_076.jpg" border="0" alt="Photobucket"></a>

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 06/21/09 at 19:44:19

Good thing you warned me, I was just about to place an order. How would I get into contact with Lancer? Just shoot him a PM?

Would a 55 pilot jet with ventilation holes and a 155 main jet be a good starting point? I don't think I'm going to baffle it unless I need to.

Is your header wrapped? Looks like it! I like the look of your exhaust. Are those Z bars too?

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by odvelasc on 06/21/09 at 19:54:25

7F71627D7A647C757A140 wrote:

yeah its the black wrap from the harley shop around the block. Its more of a charcoal grey. Hence the flat black cylinder heads and heat shields. My bars are called h-bars or window bars. I forget. they were about 70$ canadian. I think they came out of the roadchrome catalogue from a custom shop I go to. They are not as heavy as the buckhorns and man do my hands vibrate now lol. Look around for custom shops near you place. I swear by my guy. He has been building bikes for 35 years. I cant help you with the pilot as i no longer use the stock carb. I used to have the stage and I used one main higher than stock and it was good for my bike. I think I used a 50# pilot jet 9slowjet). PM Lancer or check out the savage store for the jet kit.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Rocco on 06/22/09 at 08:16:25

BRO! that header wrap looks sick! i'm picking up a roll of black on wednesday! that looks wicked!!

did u use silicone or water? i heard u could use both, and i'm gonna use radiator hose clamps as well to match my turn signals lol

i'm gonna start painting her flat black hopefully this week. gonna ask both header and pain ?'s on here first.

lookin sweeet bro, i can't w8 to do mine!

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 07/07/09 at 23:49:36

Been doing a little here a little there. Need to order my jets from Lancer soon.

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/frontfenderon.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Picture109.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Picture267.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Picture261.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/tankandfender.jpg
Basically what it would look like when I'm done painting.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by PerrydaSavage on 07/08/09 at 00:27:55

Jeesuz!! That is one sweet lookin' Bike man!

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 07/08/09 at 13:32:30

Thanks man!

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Picture272.jpg
Painted a bit more, not really digging the outcome. I'll see how the tank looks, if not it'll be all black everything.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 07/08/09 at 20:47:06

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/Picture279.jpg

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by PerrydaSavage on 07/09/09 at 01:56:36

Gobsmacked!!! Wicked look with the 2-tone flat paint job! Wow! Kinda gives 'er a "Nightster-ish" look!
More pics please!

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Rocco on 07/09/09 at 08:08:03

i like it alot 2 bro, but if you're not happy that's what counts!

maybe try doing something else with the tank?

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by pitbullcustoms on 07/09/09 at 16:31:13

I think it looks sick keep up the good work!

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 07/10/09 at 01:21:27

I'm really glad you guys enjoy it, makes all the time spent worthwhile! Rocco bro since the tank has been painted its grown on me more and more and I'm starting to love it!

I'll try to get more pics soon, haven't done much but ride since the weather cleared up today!

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Rocco on 07/10/09 at 10:30:02

yeah man it's sweeet! it's a double edged sword when u work on it yourself....like u almost have to think "does that look like something that relates to me?" lol

and i don't blame u! i haven't ridden in 2 days(work and some other stuff got in the way) so i'm riding her to work 2day EVEN though it might rain I NEED IT!!!!!

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 07/29/09 at 22:38:31

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/LS650-3.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/LS650.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l113/kevin_phan/D70s/D70/LS650-2.jpg

I think I'm done for now, I'll fix things as they brake but I'll wait until winter to tear her down and hardtail it.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by PerrydaSavage on 07/30/09 at 01:55:34

Jeesuz Kevin!!!!! I've seen a lot of pics of Savage/S40 Bobbers since I joined this website in 2003 ... and yours is definitely one of the best! Awesome job my friend!

Hope you don't mind if I scab a couple of thos pics for my collection?

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by SimonTuffGuy on 07/30/09 at 05:40:12

Wow... How in the heck did I miss this thread?!

First - Welcome to the site...

Second - You take some really sick pictures. I'm into photography a bit and shoot with a Nikon D80.

Third - You've done exactly what I'm thinking of doing... I've GOT to start today.

Fourth - I saw the question posted in the first or second page but didn't see a reply... Where'd you get your seat?

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by Savage_Amusement on 07/30/09 at 06:39:19

That looks killer, I love the side profile of your bike like that!!

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by mrplease on 07/30/09 at 12:36:27

wow!

you have the best bike on the forum hands down!

great thread! keep up the good work!

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by LostArtist on 07/30/09 at 12:48:39

52686C6E6F55746767467478010 wrote:

Second - You take some really sick pictures. I'm into photography a bit and shoot with a Nikon D80.

I also shoot with a Nikon D80 and I like what Kevin has done with the bike, definitely digging the paint job. I can't see riding that everyday to work and back though, but maybe I'm wrong, usually I don't like header wrap either but here it looks good!!! sweet bike man!
8-)

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 07/31/09 at 00:37:55

6C594E4E45585D6F5D4A5D5B593C0 wrote:

Ahh thank you, thank you thank you!!! And go right ahead! I'll have more pics for ya in the future. :P

022E332F243332352E332472717171410 wrote:

That looks killer, I love the side profile of your bike like that!!

Thanks man! I think from the front it looks kinda odd, not sure why.

27383A262F2B392F4A0 wrote:

wow!

you have the best bike on the forum hands down!

great thread! keep up the good work!

[smiley=dankk2.gif]

172D292B2A1031222203313D440 wrote:

Yeah this was shot on my D70s and after 3-4 years its finally starting to crap out on me. I mainly shoot medium format and 35mm.

You should, once you start you won't stop! And that is a good thing haha.

I got my seat at a local Triumph shop, just yellowpage for a motorcycle shop near you. At least one shop should have one.

05263A3D083B3D203A3D490 wrote:

I have to remove the wrap soon since it went to poop plus I'm leaking bad where the header meets the pipe. I ride this thing everyday to work! It's a blast, extremely loud though so I try to keep it quiet hehe.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 07/31/09 at 01:14:10

Here's a little riding vid, terrible quality though.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCg_ZdQXdUE

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by PerrydaSavage on 07/31/09 at 07:07:14

Wicked vid Kevin!! Man, I like your Bike more and more every time I see it!

If you don't mind me asking, you're of Asian descent right? Which country your family from? I'm guessing probably Vietnam? One of my daughters is Thai and just returned from visiting with relatives back home ... hoping to visit S.E. m'self sometime in the next few years ...

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by voldigicam on 07/31/09 at 07:48:44

The video and images are quite interesting. The seat is low and I notice the bars are lower and further forward. How comfortable is the position? Seems to be it is lower overall and longer, probably with the bars a little more lowered than the seat. Does this work in combination with the stock controls? And how tall are you?

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by kevinphan on 07/31/09 at 11:04:49

7D485F5F54494C7E4C5B4C4A482D0 wrote:

Haha thanks man. You guess correct!!! I was born in China though while they were migrating here. I have wanted to visit Thai, I have been back to Vietnam a couple times now since we own a house down there, it's so much fun and everything is really cheap.

You should visit, I'm sure with a guide or some family members with ya it'll be a fun time. Hell even alone might be good.

465F5C5459575953515D300 wrote:

My arms are a lot more stretch which I like more than the stock riding height. The bars are still the stock bars and risers I just took the "riser" off and reused the stem part. I think it rides more comfortable now than it did stock, I'm 5'8.

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by SimonTuffGuy on 08/12/09 at 11:32:32

Do you have any shots of how you mounted up the seat? Mine should be here any day now... :-D

Title: Re: New S40 owner :)
Post by RTC on 03/06/10 at 22:02:11

can someone explain to me where all that wiring(the box and all) under the passenger seat goes when removing it/replacing the fender?