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Drewster

Parking Attendant
2008 Spec Ed
Posts: 24

posted November 25, 2008 05:50 PM

First mods for 2008 zx14

Hi guys
I live in Queensland Austrailia and just joined up.
I have recently bought a new 2008 ZX14 Special Ed.
Great bike just had first svc 1000k.

I'm Looking at getting exhaust system for better note and few extra ponies.
Heard about removing the secondary butterflies,putting a 4 into 1 full system on and remapping ignition etc...

What is the common 1st mods to do to this bike?
Is it worth de restricting the existing exhaust system? (removing catalysers /secondary butterflies, plates etc....?
Or keep the 4 into 2 exhaust with slip on sport mufflers ( eg Yoshi's)?
Or just go with the whole new 4 into 1 sports system?
Do you have to remap the ingition for any of these mods.

Appreciate any advice.
Cheers
A.

SteveWFL

Moderator
Posts: 27920

posted November 25, 2008 05:54 PM

1st thing I did when I got my ZX14 home was install a Brock's full system exhaust and PCIII power commander

welcome to the forum!

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Drewster

Parking Attendant
2008 Spec Ed
Posts: 24

posted November 25, 2008 06:12 PM

Thanks Steve
did it make a big difference?
Why did you get rid of your 14?

slates

Expert Class
Posts: 377

posted November 25, 2008 06:27 PM

after 600 mile break in service:

1) install one of Brock's full systems with pc3 (www.brocksperformance.com and read zx-14 diaries)

2) enjoy the huge difference and including the huge weight savings for a few weeks

3) pull flies and load Brock's no flies map

4) your cheeks will hurt from the constant grin underneath your helmet;

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pazx14rider

Zone Head
Posts: 953

posted November 25, 2008 06:34 PM

Welcome, Brocks, PC3, remove secondaries= new bike again!!

bigdtd

Needs a job
Interceptors
Posts: 4209

posted November 25, 2008 06:40 PM

brock's full system, pcIII with flies out track map,pull flies and hold on!!!i changed the tires to michelin pilot powers and they make a huge positive difference over the bridgestones. you will be off to a rockin start.
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2006 Black ZX-14,6 inches over,16/42, flies out,BMC Street Filter,Brock's Street Meg,Brock's Radial Mount Strap,PClll with Race map,Dynojet LCD w/Techmount, ZX-14 fender eliminator,Pilot Power2CTs,Speedohealer,Pazzo Levers,Cox Radiator Guard, Garmin Nuvi 265WT

Drewster

Parking Attendant
2008 Spec Ed
Posts: 24

posted November 25, 2008 06:49 PM

Thanks for the info guys I think I can hear a common tune.
Brock and PCIII seems to be the go.
Any pics? or even better Video to hear the note?
Cheers

pazx14rider

Zone Head
Posts: 953

posted November 25, 2008 07:15 PM

Here you go Brocks Short meg
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pazx14rider

Zone Head
Posts: 953

posted November 25, 2008 07:18 PM

Here you go Brocks Short meg

ninja12

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posted November 25, 2008 09:51 PM

Brock all the way.
Now decide , GEN3 , SMEG, Alien, or short SMEG.

countersteer

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Didn't read the owners manual
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posted November 25, 2008 10:00 PM

i dont know much about Australia aside from watching the crocodile dundee movies, but how would the brock maps perform in an Aussie atmosphere?
look into what the american$ vs aussie$ conversion is, or what shipping would be from the U.S. if its worth it to you compared to getting something from the UK. these are all things i would take into consideration, as ive spent considerable time pricing out parts from japan.
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Long Island, New York
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BobC

Pro
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posted November 26, 2008 12:57 AM

Edited By: BobC on 26 Nov 2008 08:59

All of the above is what you should do, without any doubt but nobody mentioned other benefits of a full four-into-one system, weight saving and cooler running. Just weight the standard system when you take it off, it's massive and the catalysts run so hot. My engine fan was always cutting in in traffic, not any more.

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MasterBlaster

Expert Class
Posts: 297

posted November 26, 2008 05:34 AM

Brocks Street Meg

NinjaNick

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'08 ZX14 (Blue)
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posted November 26, 2008 06:24 AM

mmmmm, I love that Megaphone look! The shorty is just too small looking with the huge bike as a background. The long megaphone accents the body of the bike much better because their sizes blend better than the shorty.

bigdtd

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Interceptors
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posted November 26, 2008 07:27 AM

street meg is a classic

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2006 Black ZX-14,6 inches over,16/42, flies out,BMC Street Filter,Brock's Street Meg,Brock's Radial Mount Strap,PClll with Race map,Dynojet LCD w/Techmount, ZX-14 fender eliminator,Pilot Power2CTs,Speedohealer,Pazzo Levers,Cox Radiator Guard, Garmin Nuvi 265WT

gilberjj

Needs a job
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posted November 26, 2008 11:13 AM

I bought a used Tsukigi full system for cheap. Look for the good deals. I got my full system and a brand new Pipercross Race filter for $450 shipped, and then I got my pcIII and muzzy frame sliders for $200 shipped. Just wait for those good deals.

derpie

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Dont judge a book by its cover
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posted November 26, 2008 11:26 AM

quote:
Thanks Steve
did it make a big difference?
Why did you get rid of your 14?

yeah Steve what happen to the 14 ???

bigdtd

Needs a job
Interceptors
Posts: 4209

posted November 27, 2008 07:34 AM

steve trades them in when the wind blows

derpie

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Dont judge a book by its cover
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posted November 27, 2008 08:32 AM

Oh I see, must be nice.

Some Guy

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Posts: 144

posted November 27, 2008 03:50 PM

Drewster, welcome to the forum. I believe we have the same bike. Here's a picture of my '08 with a Brocks Street Meg installed.
I had early trouble with mine, so I didn't get to experience the upgrade like others on the forum. But all I can do is smile each time I rip on the throttle. You will also have to install the PCIII, which is a must with this system.

Have Fun!!