Finally took the Turbo bike 4 a ride

[madlyhs]

This morning I got my replacement parts and by 4 pm the bikes was ready, started the bike everything was in order.

Now it’s time to take the BEAST for a ride

  I have been waiting for this moment for about five weeks now.
It’s 4pm and the outside temperature is about 122f very hoooooot

 .  I thought of waiting till about 6 or 7 pm but then the temperature will drop to 113f only so it’s still hooooot  

so guess what, I decide to go on my first Turbo charged ride with an outside temperature of 122f I know it’s crazy  

.  I simply could not wait anymore, It was awesome the power & the Enderlin rush was fantastic. My ride lasted for 4 hours then my brother took the bike for a spin and he made the wheels spin in 1, 2, 3 and even 4th    I am wondering what did I create??  

Now guys I need some input on the following:  -

1- I was told that VR stage 1 boost level should be between   6 PSI and 8 PSI is this figure correct?
2- I was told the Waste Gate is a safety mechanism and will relive access pressure is that correct?

The reason I ask the above two questions is because: -

1- I observed during my ride that I was able to reach as high as 10 PSI and even 11 PSI.  I did that for few seconds only as I was not sure what damage this could do to my engine.

2- I am wondering should n’t the waste gate prevent me from reaching that boost level? Or am I supposed to drop speed in order to drop boost level if that is the case how can I win a race?
3- Anyone knows how long you can be in boost and at what levels for VR stage 1?


Hope I get some answers so that I can ride/race without compromising my Busa engine.

Thanks



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[STUNNAH]

As far as my setup...I run 6pds on low and 8pds on high...I have the boost controller switch...Now everything I've read you should not run higher than 6pds on pump fuel...If your going to run 8pds you need the following combination race fuel mixed with the pump fuel and water injection...So in other words if your going over 8pds you need to check your actuator rod to make sure it is not touching anything and is as straight as possible...Trying to remember my conversations with Kevin...The rod probably is going to have to be moved closer to the exhaust side of the pipe...Straightening the rod will actually do this but you may have to reposition the turbo itself and rotate it I would think counter clockwise which will move it also...I can't answer your question about the wastegate I would think that what you mentioned would be the function of the blow off valve...And no one has really ever anwsered the question of how long you can hold the boost on a top end run...It want hurt to ride the bike just try not to exceed the 6pds while running pump fuel...

I hope this help a little...  

 

[STUNNAH]

By the way...Now that your fully boosted welcome to the cllub...I just wish my bike was back...

 

[wizard]

..I'm jealous man..


I am also working my way to it..

 

[madlyhs]

Stunnah thank you for the welcome

I am going to check the actuator rod to make sure it's not obstructing . So Stuunah with boost controller switch that you have does that mean that you do not go over the 8 PSI even if you try to go over ?
Thanks

 

[fstbusa]

running 10-12 psi is going to melt your pistons.

 

[STUNNAH]

Stunnah  thank you for the welcome    

I am going to check the actuator rod to make sure it's not obstructing . So Stuunah  with boost controller switch that you have does that mean that you do not go over the 8 PSI  even if you try to go over ?
Thanks

That's correct...Low is set at 6pds high at 8pds...The boost should not go past these settings...If you intend to make a high speed run you need to mix with race fuel and have water injection...If you don't have water then you need to stay at 6pds...

 

[STUNNAH]

I other words what ever you have it set on it should not exceed that number...6pds should be exactly 6pds and so on...If you have it set at 6pds and it goes beyond that that is what is referred to as boost creep...Run race fuel and water will help protect against boost creep but if your bike is doing it consistently then you have a problem with the actuator not functioning properly...

 

[madlyhs]

Thanks Stunnah  

, you are right even Superkaos thinks that I have a problem with the Actuator rod  touching engine and that needs to have free movement.

Now that I have experienced the BOOST I do not think it's enough  

 I would like to harden the engine so that it can support 400/500HP before moving to a new Turbo setup.

Any suggestions on minimum engine modifications required that I will have to do to reach my 400/500HP goal ?

TIA

 

[STUNNAH]

Thanks Stunnah  

, you are right even Superkaos thinks that I have a problem with the Actuator rod  touching engine and that needs to have free movement.

Now that I have experienced the BOOST I do not think it's enough  

 I would like to harden the engine so that it can support 400/500HP before moving to a new Turbo setup.

Any suggestions on minimum engine modifications required that I will have to do to reach my 400/500HP goal ?

TIA

I think rods and pistons are the biggest dollar item...When you do the upgrade be sure and check your output shaft you may want to put a heavy duty in...Also you might consider the dual bearing turbo heard it's the shat...I haven't even considered going above the Stage 1 from what I've felt I don't need anymore and the bike wasn't even running right...

 

[MET]

running 10-12 psi is going to melt your pistons.

Not if you take precautions like fuel or water. Also depends on how long you boost. 6-8 if a safty range however.

 

[Frank Adams]

Any suggestions on minimum engine modifications required that I will have to do to reach my 400/500HP goal ?

TIA

-Rods
-Turbo Pistons
- .080 spacer plate
-Upgrade Valve springs
-Upgrade transmission componets
-Water Injection
-Lockup Clutch (or very heavy clutch springs)
-Slotted cam sprockets
-New exhaust gaskets

Frank
Velocity Turbo Systems Installer/Distributor



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[madlyhs]

Thank you guys for the feedback .


Frank.... 2 Q ? 4u

1- Upgrade transmission componets it this a must ?

2-Slotted cam sprockets is this a must I hate to screw up the timing !

TIA

 

[MET]

Unless you are going to race, you will not want to increase your bike up to 450-500hp. Just consider all of what you will need to do and MAINTAIN your bike.

 

[STUNNAH]

Unless you are going to race, you will not want to increase your bike up to 450-500hp.  Just consider all of what you will need to do and MAINTAIN your bike.

You have an advantage over most of us at least me the fact that you and your brother do the work...I have to agree with Ninja Eater on the massive HP increase...You already have without a doubt one of the best setups in your area I would imagine...Unless your trying to set a land speed record or diving head first into drag racing what's the point...Let us know what's going on...

 

[madlyhs]

Stunnah Thank you for the compliment , I am sure that without your help  I will not  be here talking about my stage  1 turbo  installation or engine mods

  and you are right as far as I know my Busa is the second  Turbo Bike in Kuwait

Ninja I always  value your input  , actually  I wanted to harden the engine so that if I am to ride on full boost all the time  I can do it without worries  this is my main reason for engine mods  

 

Moreover, if I decide to install Stage 2 Turbo in the future I do not have to worry about engine mods as they are already done.

I just hate to have so much power and worry about using it all the time also  it will not hurt to win few street races as well

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