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I am a self confessed Repsol Fanatic. I live in South London England (AKA Great Britain , UK or United Kingdom!) I have always liked the Repsol MotoGP bikes and decided to buy a replica when I grew bored of my 2007 CBR600RR. I bought a 2009 CBR1000RR in June 2009 and have steadily modified it to enhance this fine bike. The enhancements bring out the racing pedigree using HRC parts, Akropovic and many other respected racing brands. This blog is a record of the work I have done on the bike and any furure plans. If you haven't tried a a 2008-2011 CBR1000RR, I would highly recommend a test ride. You won't be disappointed!

Saturday, 31 December 2011

Top 10 upgrades

It seems tv is full of the 'best of 2011' shows so decided to list the best modifications for 2011.
These are in no particular order but have helped improve the bike.

1. Titanium Spindles. These made a huge difference to the front end. It made a light front end even sharper.

2. Galfer Wavey discs. I just like the look of them plus customised to match the bike have offered greater braking on the front end. They are supposed to be lighter too but haven't checked.

3. Custom Titanium engine spacers and washers. I struck gold by finding a company in the UK to manufacture titanium parts to the same spec as Honda.

3. Smoked tail light. Not exactly a performance mod but creates a smart look

4. Pro-bolt Titanium. Religously replacing bolts to reduce weight and to keep the looks of the bike

5. Mettec Titanium. These guys make many of the Honda special bolts in titanium. Fantastic!

6. Carbon fibre Honda Racing front mudguard (fender). Painted Repsol Blue an lighter than stock was a great unseen modification. It saved nearly 200 grams!

7. Dogcam bullet HD camera. Great for the twisties and hope for many more on-bike videos

8. Titanium rear spring. Not yet fitted but will no doubt put a smile on my face when i do!

9. SBK Carbon tank cover. Just like the pro's. Not painted or fitted but will be in 2012!

10. HRC Quick throttle kits. Not fitted yet but will definately make a huge difference in 2012!

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