July 29th, 2012, 03:55 PM | #1 |
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One SW-Motech Alu-Rack + 1 Coocase =
... the start of a sport-touring Ninjette.
I bought but didn't use the specialized SW-Motech Coocase adapter (still in its shrinkwrap). I liked the position of the universal Coocase mount. Hopefully my test passenger won't end up changing my mind. Love the Coocase already; enough space, nicely locking with remote control, running and brake lights. |
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July 29th, 2012, 04:01 PM | #2 |
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What other upgrades are you planning to make her more sport-touring capable?
It's definitely the "start" else it would be a lot dirtier |
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July 29th, 2012, 04:32 PM | #3 |
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Let's see still need side cases, new seats, heated grips, sport touring windshield, maybe some frame sliders, I liked to stretch my legs out and rest them on the sliders, GPS, got a clock on there? You should probably get a clock. Definitely some BT45 tires, oh and a cup holder. ****in love cup holders.
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July 29th, 2012, 05:42 PM | #4 |
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Next mod would have to be the ST windscreen----zgoutlet.com or ebay. I got mine off ebay for awesome price. A corbin seat is nice or have yours redone. There's a guy on ebay that does custom seats and have had many great reviews. The stock seat forces you to slide towards the tank which I hate since I'm always have to scoot back. Don't forget to adjust your preload accordingly for the rear shock.
And all the things mentioned by Jiggles too. For a cupholder, you can make an adapter to and mount it using the stock handle bar bolts for a two cup holder. I've seen this done on a k6 Gsxr 1k. He uses a thermal cup and doesn't spill.
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July 29th, 2012, 05:55 PM | #5 |
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Modular helmet + cup holder = awesomeness
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July 29th, 2012, 06:55 PM | #6 |
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CN called it; ZG light smoke sport touring sceen is next up. That's probably it for this year.
A seat would be a luxury ... I've learned not to wear my cup to karate but after that lesson no hurry on a seat. Cup holders are right out. Not even sure they should be encouraged in cars |
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July 29th, 2012, 07:08 PM | #7 |
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Cup holders are the ****! Hit a nice long stop light kick it in neutral life up your helmet and take a nice refreshing swig. I have no clue where to mount it on my 1000 though D:
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August 6th, 2012, 08:54 AM | #8 |
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Update: The (scratch and dent) Coocase had its 1 and 3 wires backwards so the remote's unlock button locked the case and vice versa. Not too hard to fix after a call to the helpful guys at TT.
Also: pillion rider says no issues with the forward position of the Coocase universal mount. 37 liters just (just!) holds a size L helmet and her riding jacket. Gotta see if the insurance will give me a discount for having an alarm. I've tested it; even trying to sit on the bike sets if off (good!) |
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September 9th, 2012, 08:02 PM | #9 |
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Even better than a cup holder is a hydration pack.... Camelback or whatever
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September 9th, 2012, 08:12 PM | #10 |
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Like I would defile my monster or beer by putting it in a hydration pack. For shame
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September 10th, 2012, 05:17 AM | #11 |
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ST farkles + heavy luggage + contents thereof + passenger = lots and lots of weight.
Let us know how it performs… or rather, doesn't. I think the 250 has adequate power as-is, even with gear for a one-person trip (I did it -- a 2500 mile road trip, no complaints). With all that extra stuff… not so sure. |
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February 15th, 2013, 11:02 PM | #12 | |
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I didn't buy a case thinking I'd carve canyons (if anyone finds a canyon in MI, let me know) with a fully-laden bike. Q: What is the airspeed velocity of an unladen 2012 Ninjette? What, do you mean the American (carbs) or European (EFI) Ninjette? I don't know ***aaaaa, falls into the Pit of Eternal Peril *** |
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March 6th, 2013, 11:17 AM | #13 |
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A cup holder is definitely a necessity.
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May 22nd, 2013, 05:16 PM | #14 |
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(edit: unquoted myself as Alex fixed the links. Thanks!)
Can't find the edit? Oh well, quoting myself to fix dead links to a domain I relinquished. Last futzed with by Numbersix; May 25th, 2013 at 03:08 PM. |
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May 22nd, 2013, 05:22 PM | #15 |
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Monthy Python!
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May 24th, 2013, 12:11 PM | #16 |
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I fixed the pics in the first post.
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June 18th, 2013, 03:55 PM | #17 |
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Got mine all setup this weekend, and I REALLY like it. One problem... I want the bigger case. I'm not putting my V37 Wizard case up for sale YET, but if anyone is interested let me know.
Side note: They list the wrong backrest on their website.... so I'll have to get that settled this week, but no biggie.
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June 20th, 2013, 07:50 AM | #18 | |
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A tip: the lining is nice on the case for preventing damage to fragile things, but it takes up more volume than I expected. I commonly remove it to fit a few extra things. |
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