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Old 06-19-2008, 02:04 PM   #1
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Best mod you've done so far?

I checked around the forum, and didn't come across this question posted yet...

So I've had my GZ for a year or so now (this is my second season on it), and she's still bone stock other than saddlebags... I really want to do a little work on it, but I'm not sure where to start. What do you guys consider the best mod you've done to your bike so far?



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Old 06-19-2008, 02:14 PM   #2
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Up until lastnight, I would have told you it was the 16T front sprocket or my rear trunk.

I'm of the opinion now, however, that my favorite little thing is actually the tachometer. Maybe it's the newness of it but I love having a little feedback from the engine.

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1. Rear Trunk
2. 16T Sprocket
3. Synthetic Oil
4. Tachometer
5. Cafe Fairing
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Old 06-19-2008, 02:19 PM   #3
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Re: Best mod you've done so far?

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What do you guys consider the best mod you've done to your bike so far?
Windshield.....large, functional windshild. I'm sure I'll appreciate it even more if I ever get caught in the rain or in a cloud of Japanese beetles !!! I have never owned a bike for more than a few days without a shield.

Second, 16T sprocket.
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Old 06-19-2008, 05:39 PM   #4
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I filled the gas tank last night.

Seriously though, I second the windshield comment. That and a home-made crash bar are all I have done. It already had sissybar/carrier and saddlebags and 16t sprocket when I bought it.
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Old 06-19-2008, 06:58 PM   #5
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3. Synthetic Oil

does that really count as a "mod"? if so i drive a heavily-modded toyota camry :]



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Old 06-19-2008, 10:03 PM   #6
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Old 06-19-2008, 10:28 PM   #7
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3. Synthetic Oil

does that really count as a "mod"? if so i drive a heavily-modded toyota camry :]
No but it's certainly up there as one of my favorites.
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Old 06-20-2008, 12:51 AM   #8
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Old 06-20-2008, 09:51 AM   #9
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Best Mods

1. Seat replacement (details and photos soon)
2. 16 tooth front sprocket
3. Windshield
4. Saddlebags
5. Mirror extensions
6. LED Taillight
7. Bling

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1. Seat replacement (details and photos soon)
Time's a wastin'.
I've got a seat pan coming in the mail.
Sure could use some pointers for what to do with it when it gets here. :cool:

And YES, I did a search; out of 123 matches on "seat" all I got that was really useful was Bob's replacement and one other home custom job.
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