Bang-for-the-buck mod - .: XT660.com

nazurro · # 1 20-07-10, 23:30

Hi,

I very much feel like modding my 08 xt-x a bit, but since money isn't growing on trees currently I've been thinking about how to start out cheap but still have some noticeable result, and then have a base to build on.

My idea is:

o Remove snorkel
o DNA stage 1 + 2
o Kev fuel mod

Cans and pcIII can then be added when funding is in place

I was thinking to skip drilling holes in the airbox.

What do you reckon: 3 or 4 extra hp? Will I actually feel any difference/improvement? Or is it better to save up and just do it all at the same time?

Anyone that did these mods, if so what did you experience?

weeksy · # 2 21-07-10, 08:29

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Originally Posted by nazurro

Hi,

I very much feel like modding my 08 xt-x a bit, but since money isn't growing on trees currently I've been thinking about how to start out cheap but still have some noticeable result, and then have a base to build on.

My idea is:

o Remove snorkel
o DNA stage 1 + 2
o Kev fuel mod

Cans and pcIII can then be added when funding is in place

I was thinking to skip drilling holes in the airbox.

What do you reckon: 3 or 4 extra hp? Will I actually feel any difference/improvement? Or is it better to save up and just do it all at the same time?

Anyone that did these mods, if so what did you experience?

I've run a standard bike and one with a Stage 1,2 and snorkel/PC3... IMO you'll barely notice the difference.

stumpydave · # 3 21-07-10, 09:07

I'm currently running an R with co upped by 10, air box drilled, snorkel removed, stage 1 and 2 filters, kev fuel mod and a set of mtc cans. I think theres a lot more pull in it from lower in the rev range right through to the limiter, it picks the front wheel up on throttle alone in 1st and second and even in third sometimes if you get it right on a hump. Its also smoother now with these mods.
The biggest power gain came from the stage 1 and 2 filters together, thats your best hp for � improvement as this is where these bikes are most restricted.
The cans didnt make much difference to power, they just make a sweet sound!!

richardsracingmad · # 4 21-07-10, 09:35

DNA Stage 1+2, not K&N.....The K&N may be a few pounds cheaper, but it seems a false economy, reading the forum. And the Kev fuel Mod, which you need to get the best out of the DNA increased airflow.
The rest of the mods will cost you nothing.....

It sounds like you have the right idea.....you can always add the cans later, which is a relatively expensive purchase, but you could find some nice used ones when the time comes.

correct me if I'm wrong guys, but you would need to adjust your Air/Fuel mixture, to stop your bike running too lean, if you started with just the DNA's. So, first the Kev Mod, then later the filters.

schoemrich · # 5 21-07-10, 09:52

If you don't want to drill your own air box I have a complete air box from my '04 XTX I may be willing to part with. ��??

nazurro · # 6 21-07-10, 10:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by weeksy

I've run a standard bike and one with a Stage 1,2 and snorkel/PC3... IMO you'll barely notice the difference.

Ok, well I asked for your opinion, I just hoped the opinion would be different

Have you done additional mods that you think actually made a difference?

CaptMoto · # 7 21-07-10, 10:31

Quote:

Originally Posted by nazurro

Ok, well I asked for your opinion, I just hoped the opinion would be different

Have you done additional mods that you think actually made a difference?

Get in touch with me by pm if you want a quote on Stage 1 & 2 plus a 10% discount for being a forum member, you know it makes sense.

nazurro · # 8 21-07-10, 10:38

Quote:

Originally Posted by stumpydave

I think theres a lot more pull in it from lower in the rev range right through to the limiter, it picks the front wheel up on throttle alone in 1st and second and even in third sometimes if you get it right on a hump. Its also smoother now with these mods.

And immediately someone that really think it's a substantial difference! 1 - 1.

Do you have original size sprockets? Otherwise that's what would really give you extra acceleration and front wheel lifts.

nazurro · # 9 21-07-10, 10:40

Quote:

Originally Posted by richardsracingmad

correct me if I'm wrong guys, but you would need to adjust your Air/Fuel mixture, to stop your bike running too lean, if you started with just the DNA's. So, first the Kev Mod, then later the filters.

Right, but I don't think it would be dangerous to run it for a while with only filters. When the bike's to lean you would get an error code in the dash. Anyways I was thinking to getting both filters and fuel mod at the same time.

nazurro · # 10 21-07-10, 10:44

Quote:

Originally Posted by schoemrich

If you don't want to drill your own air box I have a complete air box from my '04 XTX I may be willing to part with. ��??

Thanks for the offer, I will think about it.

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