Rajun Cajun
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posted September 23, 2012 05:42 AM
 Edited By: Rajun Cajun on 23 Sep 2012 13:44
Poll Question:
Is it worth it?
I have over 20k miles on my 14 and I'm wondering if I should spend the money to do motor work and programming to get more power? I have v-stacks and BMC race filter, shud I get them installed and get the bike programmed? or just try to get a 14r.
Thank you all!
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Poll Results:
 3 votes (17%)
Do motor work for more power?
0 votes (0%)
install v-stacks and BMC and program it?
3 votes (17%)
Do 1 and 2?
12 votes (67%)
Just try to get a 14R?
  
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Rajun Cajun
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posted September 23, 2012 06:04 AM
Ok.... if you would do it at this point in the life of your 6 year old bike let me know by taking the poll or posting your thoughts? Thank ya'll!
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eklipse636
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posted September 23, 2012 06:23 AM
If I had the money to get a new one, I would.
For the $6,000 difference, you can make your bike a lot faster than a new one.
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Rajun Cajun
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posted September 23, 2012 06:31 AM
ARE YOU SERIOUS???? I am all EYES! (eyes cuz I'm reading LOL) but Im serious!
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joseph702
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posted September 23, 2012 06:56 AM
New one fast with fuck with me warranty , or like he said sup up urs and save a lot of money. I blew mine up was gana buy 14r but decided to go with stroker motor and still save a lot of money
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kawasakijockey
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posted September 23, 2012 07:05 AM
We all want the new bike but I am a cash buyer and dont tote any notes. Buying a new bike or car seems to be easier when you dont mind payments. My bike was very clean still and I couldnt make myself buy a new one when I knew what it would cost to make more power. But new bikes give no headaches...
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biggmoinc
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posted September 23, 2012 07:09 AM
Edited By: biggmoinc on 23 Sep 2012 15:10
Don't know bout u but I want to get ss head n 47mm throttle bodies over the winter, if the power is what is claimed I will b a happy camper, plus I saved alot of money, not only on the bike but insurance as well
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joseph702
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posted September 23, 2012 10:26 AM
I have a ss head and 47 mm , the hp is Deff worth it , but I'm going with stroker if u wana trade for super sport head Hirt me up .
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posted September 23, 2012 01:06 PM
The only major difference with the 14R is more motor....if you can build yours for less than it would to sell yours, buy a new 14r....then I'd buy a new 14R. But I'm guessing you would not come close to the price of a new bike...so build you a nice, sleeper motor and go hunting new 14R's.
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Wheelie
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posted September 23, 2012 01:09 PM
quote:
so build you a nice, sleeper motor and go hunting new 14R's.
WHAT? you mean find a Booza?
wee
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KillaKAW4LIFE
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posted September 23, 2012 06:46 PM
Hall on the westbank has a used zx14r for $9xxx with only 900 miles. Sure you can sell yours for 5-6K and then the diff is only 4k-ish. I'm tempted but only ride once a month currently.
I think its a great deal
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KillaKAW4LIFE
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posted September 23, 2012 06:47 PM
About the same as building the current motor for big HP.
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zx12mark
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posted September 23, 2012 08:46 PM
the big power is not all the new 14r is about......the whole package is as impressive as the power,i promise you that...the fucking bike is outstanding....it is the best bike for the money....steal the money if you have to.............
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posted September 24, 2012 04:47 AM
quote:
quote:
so build you a nice, sleeper motor and go hunting new 14R's.
WHAT? you mean find a Booza?
wee
oops sorry, didn't really think the boooza was still a player. lol
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LeoVinceZX14
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posted September 24, 2012 07:13 AM
Rajun Cajun:
Ultimately this is a question of your $ and preferences. I had an '07 which I loved, but the overall upgrades to the...total package that the 14R is makes it a substantially improved bike. For me, no way I would prefer the '07 to the '12. That said, everything depends on what you want.
No doubt you could get more speed cheaper with your '06 built, but would that satisfy ALL your desires for how you will ride the bike and offer the reliability of a new bike that makes big power totally stock? For alot of guys, a built gen 1 is the choice and for the rest of us, the 14R is it, either way you win.
Have fun bro.
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Rajun Cajun
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posted September 24, 2012 09:19 AM
I love the sound of that! SUGGESTIONS???? 
quote:
The only major difference with the 14R is more motor....if you can build yours for less than it would to sell yours, buy a new 14r....then I'd buy a new 14R. But I'm guessing you would not come close to the price of a new bike...so build you a nice, sleeper motor and go hunting new 14R's.
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Rajun Cajun
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posted September 24, 2012 09:20 AM
I meant I like the sound of a sleeper motor
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Rajun Cajun
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posted September 24, 2012 09:23 AM
Thanks LeoVinceZX14! Now I have to do some serious thinking!
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LeoVinceZX14
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posted September 24, 2012 10:00 AM
Ragun Cajun:
Your welcome. Just a random thought. Do you know anyone who has a 14R you could take a spin on? My guess is that if you ride one, your decision will be made. Much more than just bigger motor to the new bike. Whatever you decide, I think you will end up happy.
Good luck
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Custom map
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Leo Vince 4-2-1 w/ carbon can
Sato frame sliders
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Cox radiator guard
DID 530 X-ring chain.
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08smokes
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posted September 24, 2012 03:18 PM
Motor work- do the SS head w/47mm throttle bodies on MR12 and you'll see a 20-25 HP gain.
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joseph702
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posted September 25, 2012 04:47 PM
Do v stacks do any thing at all for hp?
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Silver Hawk
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posted September 25, 2012 11:50 PM
get a 2012 with bigger motor then do motor work and kill everyone..just my 2 cents..thats a real sleeper..
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Rajun Cajun
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posted September 26, 2012 04:15 AM
How much scrath for heads and 47/mm throttle bodies?
I would love to get the new engine, wiring harness, flashed ecu and put it all in my frame! LOL! KILLER 2006 sleeper!
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Y2KZX12R
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posted September 26, 2012 08:31 AM
Yea I agree, the ss head and throttle bodies are the best bang for the buck.
We do alot of them. We actually have some 47's in stock now. There usually gone before we even get the batch done.
But a 2mm bore and cnc ported head and cams will walk all over a ss engine. And its still cheeper than a new 14r. But you wont have traction control.
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Rajun Cajun
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posted September 26, 2012 09:13 AM
Y2KZX12R I only need traction control in the rain! You know what I mean? LOL
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