S2R Monster Mods

[rac3r]

Not as epic as super awesome turbo just a few bolt ons and stuff

Here it is when I got it:

https://i655.photobucket.com/albums/uu274/rac3r786/First1.jpg

I changed a few small bits like tidying the tail to get rid of the massive 'tea tray', LED tail light, etc. But my first big mod was to change the exhaust. It already had Termi Slip ons but someone was selling an Arrow race system pretty cheap and at the same time someone wanted mine so I went for it...

https://i655.photobucket.com/albums/uu274/rac3r786/DSCN0991.jpg

The quality and finish of the Arrow system is much much better than the Termi's. If I were to buy a new bike Arrows would be my first pick.

It took me about a week to fit the system Stuck studs, new gaskets, bastard springs, etc was a massive pain in the arse! Got it done eventually though

https://i655.photobucket.com/albums/uu274/rac3r786/DSCN0997.jpg

On first start up my reaction was 'woah it's pretty loud' then I went for a ride I can't think of anything to describe the sound the thing makes! I also had an open airbox on there but I think I'll put the lid back on to quieten it down a bit
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Bikes : 2006 CBR125R - 2004 Monster 620ie - 2004 ZX-6R B1H - 2005 Monster S2R 800 - 2011 Street Triple - 2009 Streetfighter 1098 - 2014 ZX-6R 636

[rac3r]

Next Up: Brakes

Nearly every Monster comes with 4 piston gold line Brembo's and 320mm discs but for some odd reason the S2R 800 was fitted with 280mm discs and crappy 2 piston sliding calipers. Luckily the upgrade is a straight swap.

Here is the original set up

https://i655.photobucket.com/albums/uu274/rac3r786/DSCN0954.jpg

I managed to get new calipers for £40 for a pair along with master cylinders and lines for an extra £30. Didn't need the masters or lines so I sold those on. Got some EBC discs and new pads so just need to get it all fitted. Updates when it happens
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Bikes : 2006 CBR125R - 2004 Monster 620ie - 2004 ZX-6R B1H - 2005 Monster S2R 800 - 2011 Street Triple - 2009 Streetfighter 1098 - 2014 ZX-6R 636

[Howling Terror]

Nice bike and good modifications.

Check the engine mounting bolts (your bike is pretty much a stripped down ST2)

Any ramifications from removing the udder? IIRC some tweaks were needed.
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[Howling Terror]

Yes it was the usual mix of airbox mods and something to do with sensors in the cat. All abit hazy as it was a few years ago when i looked into getting a S2R.
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[rac3r]

[Howling Terror]

The failed engine bolt has been seen in various ducatis and not just the ST2. Also as it's steel into alloy and ducati are stingy with grease it will have that white dusty crud on it. If you do drift it out and re-grease, it's recommended that you don't re-use the old bolt.

A list i found.

2 ST2
2 Hyper
1 ST4
1 ST4s
1 Sport Classic
1 Paul Smart
1 GT
1 Monster 1000
1 749


In short
It's a bolt..check it.
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[rac3r]

Is there a link or something as to what i'm meant to be looking for? sorry I can be a bit thick sometimes!
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Bikes : 2006 CBR125R - 2004 Monster 620ie - 2004 ZX-6R B1H - 2005 Monster S2R 800 - 2011 Street Triple - 2009 Streetfighter 1098 - 2014 ZX-6R 636

[Howling Terror]

That last pic shows the 2 engine mounting points (behind the rubber grommets) You'll need a workshop manual for the torque settings...


https://wanwo.zoomshare.com/1.shtml for everything.
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[rac3r]

You had me worrying since yesterday about this I found that thread on DucatiMS and saw the pics, mine all look fine. I removed the rubber caps and the bolts look like new with grease still on them but I couldn't check the torque because I don't have a torque wrench so I'll get the mechanic to check when he does the brakes

Thanks for letting me know though!
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Bikes : 2006 CBR125R - 2004 Monster 620ie - 2004 ZX-6R B1H - 2005 Monster S2R 800 - 2011 Street Triple - 2009 Streetfighter 1098 - 2014 ZX-6R 636

[Howling Terror]

I like you so maybe i overeacted.

Grease ! Wow..they really have gone to town.

Sorry for naffing-up the thread..
Carry on.
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[rac3r]

Haha no problem

Standard air box lid back on, takes a couple of minutes. Love the simplicity of an air cooled Monster

Will ride it this week and see how it runs now, a couple of times yesterday it sounded like I was being shot at on the overrun
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Bikes : 2006 CBR125R - 2004 Monster 620ie - 2004 ZX-6R B1H - 2005 Monster S2R 800 - 2011 Street Triple - 2009 Streetfighter 1098 - 2014 ZX-6R 636

[rac3r]

Went for a long ride today and it was awesome BUT it needs setting up or a PC and I need ear plugs

https://i655.photobucket.com/albums/uu274/rac3r786/DSCN1003.jpg

I have a couple of bits in the post and working on a custom seat cowl as well. My current one is held on with cable ties and a new one costs £140
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Bikes : 2006 CBR125R - 2004 Monster 620ie - 2004 ZX-6R B1H - 2005 Monster S2R 800 - 2011 Street Triple - 2009 Streetfighter 1098 - 2014 ZX-6R 636

[Fairies attack]

Anybody else open this expecting a bike covered in this cheap tacky stickers?

Nice work though. Any chance of a vid?
What are your other plans?

[rac3r]

I'll try and make a vid sometime but it probably won't do it any justice, sounds mental!

At the moment:

- Brake upgrade to be fitted
- PCIII to be fitted (won cheap on ebay )
- Custom seat cowl in the making (749 monoposto style)
- Powder coating a few bits
- DIY window belt covers
- Rizoma copy mirrors

Maybe mods (wish list ):

- Speedymoto triple clamps
- Ducabike clip ons
- Cyclecat rearsets
- 1098 style speedo
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Bikes : 2006 CBR125R - 2004 Monster 620ie - 2004 ZX-6R B1H - 2005 Monster S2R 800 - 2011 Street Triple - 2009 Streetfighter 1098 - 2014 ZX-6R 636

[Rowey]

Looking good. Always had a bit of a soft spot for the monsters. That white stripe does it for me too. I feel it needs the front forks anodised gold a la ohlins. Also a few of the grey/silver bits powder coated black would clean the look up a bit.

I've just noticed you live right near me. You don't happen to ride around Uxbridge do you? I've seen a couple of S2Rs about.
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[rac3r]

[Rowey]

https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-9RFdjvpILB8/TVN1gLv-4mI/AAAAAAAAAA4/dm-XJX5pPIY/s1600/Owen-Starsky-Hutch-Signature-Do-It.jpg

Not sure on the red brake lines though...
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[rac3r]

Got my brakes done today, still need to bed them in but they already feel much better!

https://i655.photobucket.com/albums/uu274/rac3r786/DSCN1015.jpg

Bike needs a good clean I think
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Bikes : 2006 CBR125R - 2004 Monster 620ie - 2004 ZX-6R B1H - 2005 Monster S2R 800 - 2011 Street Triple - 2009 Streetfighter 1098 - 2014 ZX-6R 636

[Howling Terror]

They're showa shocks yeah?
Some nice decals
Some calipers as mine. Combined with EBC HH very confident braking setup.
They scrub-up well too.
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[Howling Terror]

If you like the front end now i'd be tempted to just do the oil.
Unless you're thinking of doing some trackdays.

Or is it a keeper and you just want the best bits on it? (Thinking about the Resale of originals v Modded)
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[rac3r]

Resale value has already gone because of the 20k miles I think. It's a keeper.....unless I magically have 10k spare to buy the new Streetfighter 848 Even then it will be hard to let go!

At one point I thought of fitting Ohlins from an RSVR but after buying them and having them re-done it came close to 1k so I'll either do the superbike set up or have these freshened up and spend on a new rear shock like a Nitron or something.

Oh I also want a steering damper as well
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Bikes : 2006 CBR125R - 2004 Monster 620ie - 2004 ZX-6R B1H - 2005 Monster S2R 800 - 2011 Street Triple - 2009 Streetfighter 1098 - 2014 ZX-6R 636

[Howling Terror]

20k. Just loosening up.

The wheels could do with modernising i.e black powdercoat.
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Singer songwriter, Artist and allround good bloke Listen to Andrew Susan Johnston here
The Harry Turner Project

[rac3r]