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Never enough toys, this 97 CBR 600 F3 is a rece legal WSMC modified production class bike.
The stock F2/F3 clipons are steel and suprisingly heavy for such a small item. This bike is fitted with aluminum clipons which allow a more comfortable wrist angle, more leverage as they are longer and eliminate the need for bar ends. Should one break, only the tube needs to be replaced and not the entire clipon.
Every major bolt on the bike is cross drilled and wired to prevent parts from falling off the bike. The F3 also had larger brakes over the F2. This bike is equipped with steel braided front and rear brake lines for added safety.
The exhaust header is a ceramic coated 4 into 1 of current unknown manufacturer. While similar to the F2's Vance and Hines, this one seems to have slightly larger pipes.
From the header back is a Yoshimura RS-3 Carbon Fiber canister which is of the quietest of the perfomance pipes. A welcome addition from the loud but powerful V&H on our F2. It is mounted via a custom aluminum brace back to the frame for added weight savings.
The front end is stabilized with a HyperPro dampner mounted on top of the forks rather than inside the fairing. I always liked this mount as it allows retention of a front headlight should the bike be dual purpose.
The guage cluster is as minimum as it gets with a custom lightweight aluminum stay, temp guage and an aftermarket Tach. The stock rear sets were eliminated in favor of lightweight aluminum replacements which place the assembly back and up 1".
Holding the rear tire to the ground is a fully adjustable Penske rear shock. It is nitrogen charged to 300psi, threaded body for preload and the compression/rebound settings actually work... unlike the stock shock.
While still in the garage getting work, the bike is looking pretty good. More Pics to come soon.
· Liquid-cooled, 105-bhp, DOHC four-cylinder engine features light weight and high power output. · Dual-Stage Air Induction system introduces a high-volume stream of cool, fresh air into the intake system to boost overall engine performance. This system realizes a major boost in performance at all speeds, along with sharper throttle response and linear power delivery. This is achieved with an innovative two-stage system that precisely balances the air pressure within the carburetors' float and vacuum cham bers with the air flowing through their bores. This reduces air pressure differen tials that can adversely affect carburetor performance. · One-piece upper crankcase/cylinder assembly and right-side camshaft-drive layout combine high rigidity and compact dimensions. · Sixteen-valve cylinder head incorporates a narrow, 32 degree included valve angle. · Compact combustion chambers and 12:1 compression ratio combine with low-friction piston rings, light connecting rods and small crank-pin diameters for excellent engine power and response. · Large, 36mm slanted flat-slide CV carburetors and straight short intake ports deliver responsive performance. · Computer-controlled ignition system using a three-dimensional map closely monitors throttle position and engine speed for precise response. · Mechanical, automatic cam-chain adjuster gives quiet reliable service in demanding conditions. · Direct shim-under-bucket valve actuation system is compact ensures high-rpm durability, and offers 16,000-mile valve- maintenance intervals. · Lightweight starter motor. · NR-type curved radiator with large surface-area. · High-capacity, liquid-cooled oil cooler. · Smooth shifting six-speed close-ratio transmission matches the engine's power band. · Four-into-two-into-one exhaust system gives a significant boost to mid-range power. Canister-style 6.6-liter muffler allows high performance while maintain ing low noise levels. Chassis/Suspension · Lightweight twin-spar steel frame is extremely rigid and offers precise handling. · Rigid, 41mm Honda Multi-Action Systemtm (HMAS) cartridge fork with spring preload adjusters features rebound damping adjuster submerged low in oil reservoir to greatly reduce aeration during hard usage. · Pro-Link Honda Multi-Action System (HMAS) rear suspension system features spring preload and rebound and compres sion damping adjustability. Advanced DeCarbon-type shock has swirl-type oil passages for smooth valve operation. · Floating front disc brakes feature large-diameter, 296mm drilled rotors using twin-piston calipers with sintered metal pads. · Single rear disc brake. · Cast aluminum wheels with wide, 5-inch rear rim permit mounting of wide-section 6-inch street tires and racing slicks for track use. · Z-rated radial tires give precise response to steering inputs. · Front fender design significantly improves aerodynamics. · Attractive rear cowl section, taillight and seat shape improve aerodynamics. · Fairing and bodywork design offer excellent wind and weather protection and low drag. · Durable, lightweight #525 0-ring-sealed drive chain. · Rectangular-section swingarm is light weight and rigid. · Carefully designed seat/peg/bar relation ship and wide seat offer good comfort and control. |
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