Got 120mph out of my ZXR400????+flat tyre

[HurtMePlease]

Hi
I was just wondering what some of you have had out of your zxr400's as mine topped out at 120 yesterday and I have a ART racing can fitted too it should be more could it be that its restricted even if its a UK model? by standard figures ive seen people getting atleast 130 out of theirs.

Also I was on the motorway yesterday and after my little speedrun which lasted about 30mins I pulled off the motorway and noticed that my front tyre was nearly flat!! causing me to nearly have an accident! I filled up thinking I had a slow puncture so went home and this morning when I got up the tyre is still inflated?

Have i got a puncture? and would it be worth getting a new tyre fitted? I dont want to take risks of being stranded in nowhere land.

thanks for the replies
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[HurtMePlease]

Forgot to add also how would you know if your running low on petrol? as my L2 model doesnt have a warning light?? how much would getting the carbs cleaned set me back? is there anything else that may hinder performance? like crappy oil ect.

thanks.
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[iCraig]

Well 120 doesn't seem to bad to me, granted claimed top speed is around 130-135MPH but all bikes are different and some riders are heavier and the conditions don't permit thus the bike doesn't go as fast as it should.

Things like strong winds can cause you to be slowed down alot, also that Art can on your bike maybe slowing you down if the bikes not set up properly for it.

As for the tyre its probably a dodgy valve or something, I'd go to your local tyre place ASAP and get them to check it out.

[iCraig]

[HurtMePlease]

Thanks for the response mate.

The fuel tap is that the black switch on the left hand side of the bike that has the on/off position? isnt that supposed to be the switch that allows you to stop the fuel going into the carbs if your storing the bike? as far as I can see it only has a on/off position markings and cant see a reserve option

I know some these questions seem "newbish" but id rather somone put me out of my worry
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[iCraig]

Not too sure on the ZXR, I know most bikes have a fuel tap if they don't have a fuel light.

Have a close look on the fuel tap on the left hand side of the bike, it should have an on, off and res position. Or maybe the ZXR has a switch for reserve somewhere on the bike? Have a read of your owners manual.

[Jrod]

I had an indicated 143~, I can and do 130 daily now it's been dowgeared.

The fuel tap has 3settings on all I've seen I'd check what directions are which but I don't have it back yet. I *THINK* aiming back is on, down is off and forward is reserve.

When I put mine on reserve it sucked loads of shit in and ran like crap. I mean REALLY crap like 60 mph tops. Had to get carbs cleaned by garage which cost £100. I could get it alot cheaper now tho.

[mr.z]

Inline fuel filters only cost £5 and take 3 seconds to fit, very much reccomended
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[Ric]

ive had 135 indicated in a bit of wind, ran on reserve like that

use the trip meter to work out 100 miles a fill up or summin, a ruff guide

[binge]

[Major_Grooves]

[M1ke]

I've had 140mph indicated, so his 143mph claim seems reasonable to me.

The 1997 + zxr4's are meant to be slightly faster due to some engine alterations... also the 97 + zxr's are more tuneable due to stronger cam shafts.

[Deano]

THats shit BeadBINS I get 180mph from me blinging NC30, you need a racing chain to get more bhp.

Try it and Seee

[sickpup]

Fit a metal valve cap with an 'o'ring to stop the tyre deflating.

[woo]

ive had about 138 out my zxr400, full scorpion system, dynoed the whole shab bang!

[mr motorbiker]

what are u lot talking about with regards to the reverse being on.
arnt you supposed to put it on.
my bikes ran shit for a few weeks now, so i'm taking it in on thursday.

[tony532]

you fill the tank up with the fuel tap set to on

when you are attempting an overtake on a sports rep with no fuel gauge


and the bike dies on you


you have to try and reach down and turn the tap to reserve

and then find the nearest petrol station mate

[mr motorbiker]

i mean, someone said when they put it on reserve it screwed the carbs up making them dirty etc...

just thinking whether the same thing has happened to me or if its different problem on my bike.

cheers anyway

[Johnny GSX-R]

[palmer]

anodised bolts and a few shiney bits make you go faster.

[MitoIslander]

make sure your leathers match your bike, otherwise it slows you down
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[HurtMePlease]

Thanks for the input lads, saying that it was pretty windy when I tried it so could probably have managed a little more. Also will be giving it a service soon though im hearing a ticking noise too and think its the camchain which might need sorting out anyone ever had theres done? as ive been told it might be costly
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[Deano]