Gentlemen,
I do solemnly swear that I have searched for, AND READ, all the threads I could find about this subject. :nerd: My problem is that my knowledge level is such that I cannot follow some of the conversation, which is waaaaaay above my level of understanding. I do have the tools and probably the dexterity to make the changes, except for the tune, myself. Before I do anything, however, I'd like some more experienced members to review what I am buying and planning to do to bolster my confidence. Thanks, in advance!
First, GOALS
I'm an old duffer, new rider, and I am not after maximum horsepower or making the bike more sporty, per se. I am after the sound of the BC Sleeper Silencer, as well as keeping the peashooter look. It is for that reason I am not going with a K&N air filter. I figure that with the other mods the difference made by just changing to a K&N filter will be minimal (or at least I don't care about it) but it is a fact the K&N will pass more particles than the paper filter (which may not be of any practical importance, I understand that). Although I want to stick with the original air filter, I am open to getting the Triumph Twin Power Breathe airbox intake cover, but I've listed it as optional. I understand that it may make the bike noisier. I'd love some feedback on that.
What I am after, is letting the bike run cooler and getting rid of the snatchy throttle response when beginning to move, which has already given me some problems. So goals are, smoother airflow retaining OEM air filter, cooler-running engine, smoother throttle response, and a nice throaty sound.
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Here is my parts list I've assembled:
British Customs new Sleeper Silencers (not yet available):
http://www.british-customs.com/british-customs-triumph-bonneville-t100-sleeper-silencers.html
Air Injection Removal Kit:
http://www.british-customs.com/triumph-motorcycle-air-injection-removal-kit.html
O2 sensor hole plugs:
http://www.british-customs.com/triumph-motorcycle-o2-sensor-block-off-screw.html
O2 Eliminator plug for the wiring receptacle (requires 2):
http://www.british-customs.com/triumph-dynojet-o2-sensor-eliminator-plug.html
OPTIONAL - Triumph Twin Power Breathe airbox intake cover:
http://www.triumphtwinpower.com/ttp-breathe-airbox-intake-cover.php#reviews
Second, because I have no idea what tuning is all about, I will have my dealer do a dyno tune for $95 when all is changed out. When you deduct the cost of the tuning stuff and the brain damage this will cause me, I'd rather just give it over to them than screw with something I don't understand. From Motorcycle Center, Villa Park, IL website ...
Aside from letting me know I'm on the right/wrong path with regard to parts, here are some specific questions I have.
1. Will doing the sleeper install, O2 sensor removal, and AI removal affect the running of the bike enough that I should not ride it the 20 miles to the dealer for the tune? If so, I can just have the dealer do all the mods and tune it right there. Right here you can see how green I am about this stuff. I can afford to have the dealer do the mods, too, this is not about saving money (especially with the tools I'm buying!), this is about trying to do them myself as a new hobby and for personal satisfaction of DIY work. If a total green hand shouldn't be attempting these, I'll defer to the dealer, and stick to oil changes/brakes for a while yet.
2. I have some of this anti-seize stick in my garage, but I keep hearing about something called "copper slip" (sp?) for the plugs. Do I need to get a special product for this or is this tube of stuff OK? Again, I'm reasonably handy with tools, but totally inexperienced with this stuff. Anyone know what to torque those plugs to?
I'm planning on following these video resources:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2jaTKzK2IA
and
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qORe9_dUl8w
Any and all advice welcome! Even if it's "Take it to the dealer, mate, sounds like you might be getting in over your head!" :laugh2:
Thanks to you all, in advance.
I do solemnly swear that I have searched for, AND READ, all the threads I could find about this subject. :nerd: My problem is that my knowledge level is such that I cannot follow some of the conversation, which is waaaaaay above my level of understanding. I do have the tools and probably the dexterity to make the changes, except for the tune, myself. Before I do anything, however, I'd like some more experienced members to review what I am buying and planning to do to bolster my confidence. Thanks, in advance!
First, GOALS
I'm an old duffer, new rider, and I am not after maximum horsepower or making the bike more sporty, per se. I am after the sound of the BC Sleeper Silencer, as well as keeping the peashooter look. It is for that reason I am not going with a K&N air filter. I figure that with the other mods the difference made by just changing to a K&N filter will be minimal (or at least I don't care about it) but it is a fact the K&N will pass more particles than the paper filter (which may not be of any practical importance, I understand that). Although I want to stick with the original air filter, I am open to getting the Triumph Twin Power Breathe airbox intake cover, but I've listed it as optional. I understand that it may make the bike noisier. I'd love some feedback on that.
What I am after, is letting the bike run cooler and getting rid of the snatchy throttle response when beginning to move, which has already given me some problems. So goals are, smoother airflow retaining OEM air filter, cooler-running engine, smoother throttle response, and a nice throaty sound.
------------------------
Here is my parts list I've assembled:
British Customs new Sleeper Silencers (not yet available):
http://www.british-customs.com/british-customs-triumph-bonneville-t100-sleeper-silencers.html
Air Injection Removal Kit:
http://www.british-customs.com/triumph-motorcycle-air-injection-removal-kit.html
O2 sensor hole plugs:
http://www.british-customs.com/triumph-motorcycle-o2-sensor-block-off-screw.html
O2 Eliminator plug for the wiring receptacle (requires 2):
http://www.british-customs.com/triumph-dynojet-o2-sensor-eliminator-plug.html
OPTIONAL - Triumph Twin Power Breathe airbox intake cover:
http://www.triumphtwinpower.com/ttp-breathe-airbox-intake-cover.php#reviews
Second, because I have no idea what tuning is all about, I will have my dealer do a dyno tune for $95 when all is changed out. When you deduct the cost of the tuning stuff and the brain damage this will cause me, I'd rather just give it over to them than screw with something I don't understand. From Motorcycle Center, Villa Park, IL website ...
From Dealer Website said:
Aside from letting me know I'm on the right/wrong path with regard to parts, here are some specific questions I have.
1. Will doing the sleeper install, O2 sensor removal, and AI removal affect the running of the bike enough that I should not ride it the 20 miles to the dealer for the tune? If so, I can just have the dealer do all the mods and tune it right there. Right here you can see how green I am about this stuff. I can afford to have the dealer do the mods, too, this is not about saving money (especially with the tools I'm buying!), this is about trying to do them myself as a new hobby and for personal satisfaction of DIY work. If a total green hand shouldn't be attempting these, I'll defer to the dealer, and stick to oil changes/brakes for a while yet.
2. I have some of this anti-seize stick in my garage, but I keep hearing about something called "copper slip" (sp?) for the plugs. Do I need to get a special product for this or is this tube of stuff OK? Again, I'm reasonably handy with tools, but totally inexperienced with this stuff. Anyone know what to torque those plugs to?
I'm planning on following these video resources:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y2jaTKzK2IA
and
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qORe9_dUl8w
Any and all advice welcome! Even if it's "Take it to the dealer, mate, sounds like you might be getting in over your head!" :laugh2:
Thanks to you all, in advance.