Lightweight Axles??

[bigboy]

Nothing wrong with going ahead with that plan . IMO , you are free to pick a bike you like , and do what you want , to your taste . In regards to the Busa , it can be built to run a drag strip , roll a race , or go super HP like @michael parris heuberger and do all these and the top speed events . Then there are dudes that like the big bike feel , the torquey big cc , and decide we will build it to turn better and mod it accordingly . Some like you @bigboy , going further than myself for the engine build also , full house mods .

I have to say I was VERY disappointed with the gen 3 hayabusa. I don't use electronics so I can't see paying that much more for a bike with basically the same power. I know there are other improvements but just not enough for me.

The stock Busa gets gapped by these new liter bikes. It needed a bump in power but not too much to make it unbalance. Especially with keeping stock wheelbase and height

 

[Bumblebee]

I have to say I was VERY disappointed with the gen 3 hayabusa. I don't use electronics so I can't see paying that much more for a bike with basically the same power. I know there are other improvements but just not enough for me.

The stock Busa gets gapped by these new liter bikes. It needed a bump in power but not too much to make it unbalance. Especially with keeping stock wheelbase and height

It would be a full time job and obsession to try and keep up to the hp/weight trends..

Anything that can be done to a Hayabusa or even a ZX14R can be done to a liter bike and seeing as they are already over 100 lbs lighter and pretty much equal in hp, they have the clear advantage when it comes down to it.

However, there is also owner happiness that has to be calculated into all of this...in the end, this is the most important factor in my opinion....

I find myself just enjoying the ride and being out and about more than being the fastest thing on the road. Even though my hands hurt after a short while these days, my bike sure makes me want to ride a lot longer because it is so effortless to ride.

 

[bigboy]

It would be a full time job and obsession to try and keep up to the hp/weight trends..

Anything that can be done to a Hayabusa or even a ZX14R can be done to a liter bike and seeing as they are already over 100 lbs lighter and pretty much equal in hp, they have the clear advantage when it comes down to it.

However, there is also owner happiness that has to be calculated into all of this...in the end, this is the most important factor in my opinion....

I find myself just enjoying the ride and being out and about more than being the fastest thing on the road. Even though my hands hurt after a short while these days, my bike sure makes me want to ride a lot longer because it is so effortless to ride.

I just don't wanna be the slowest lol. Actually I think the trend is headed to lower hp and less Superbikes. Even motogp is going to 850cc.

 

[bigboy]

I ran Ti axles and the were right at 40% lighter and well machined . Noticed improvements in suspension action as it was less weight for forks to control.

This is a high cost mod and really only benefit to a small amount of riders . Care needs to be taken to torque spec and antisieze use .

Lighter wheels should be chosen and used 1st .
More bang for the buck .

I should mention I got my front ti axle here half off due to a member buying a gen 2 axle for his gen 1 .

I'm down for it. I'm doing everything I can to lighten up the baby. Been dancing at night at Club booty juice for extra scratch

 

[Rojo]

Titanium bolt addiction | Gen 3 Busa Information

Managed to replace majority of the bolts to gold titanium :D Gold titanium fits black Busa and white one pretty good.

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[CallieWilkinso]

I thought that the titanium axles were a little heavier than stock?

 

[CallieWilkinso]

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I thought that the titanium axles were a little heavier than stock?

 

[sixpack577]

Struggling today Calliebot?

 

[Rojo]

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[bigboy]

So I'm guessing aluminum axles are a no go? Are they too weak?

 

[sixpack577]

So I'm guessing aluminum axles are a no go? Are they too weak?

Yes, or for sake of argument, would be too heavy if they had a smaller inside diameter, but could still bend under load even if solid, even 6061 is soft in comparison to steel or titanium.

 

[bigboy]

Yes, or for sake of argument, would be too heavy if they had a smaller inside diameter, but could still bend under load even if solid, even 6061 is soft in comparison to steel or titanium.

Titanium it is then

 

[sixpack577]

Titanium it is then

That was a hard sell, wasn't it
lol

 

[bigboy]

That was a hard sell, wasn't it
lol

If I'm gonna spend all this time and money I better do it right lol

 

[GIXERHP]

I thought that the titanium axles were a little heavier than stock?

nope

 

[Rojo]

Can't Bust The Axle Loose on My '06 | General Bike Related Topics

The front tire on my '06 is in desperate need of being replaced (factory original!), so I'm finally getting around to it. Problem is, the front axle seems to be seized pretty solid. Yes, I've loosened the pinch bolts on the right side and kept the left side tight. I've also been spraying Liquid...

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[Rojo]

Gen I rear wheel alignment blocks | Maintenance and Do-It-Yourself

I just changed the tire on the rear of my 2005 Busa. I can't tell which way they go on! :confused: I cannot see the marks that the positioning bolts made on them, so am not sure if my wheel is in line with the front by the tick marks. Pictures of both are attached, and I hope I just have one...

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