My Busa Overhaul

[1busa]

I know the big birds were specifically designed 4 high HP bikes and typically ran on big bore motors. They allow those big beasts 2 breathe

 

[MLSDUKE1]

Ok, I'm torn between the HMF or the Alienhead. I like the performance characteristics of the HMF but they are ugly IMHO.

 

[StrtRac3r]

Ok, I'm torn between the HMF or the Alienhead. I like the performance characteristics of the HMF but they are ugly IMHO.

That's a hard choice. I guess I would just have to go with the better deal. But I love the look of both.

If you don't like the looks of it, you probably won't want it on your bike for long.

 

[MLSDUKE1]

True, but performance beats looks right now

 

[dadofthree]

What kind of RWHP do you expect from each exhaust system. That Alien Head is gonna make somewhere very close to 15.

 

[MLSDUKE1]

Ok, the HMF is at about 12 so I'm leaning more and more towards the Alienhead

 

[dadofthree]

With the head work and all you definitely want the bike to exhaust everything it pushes through.

 

[MLSDUKE1]

Yup, so that's it then. I'm going with the AH

 

[1busa]

If performance is really what your after why not spend a little more and spring 4 the ultimate?? The Brocks CT exhaust.... we are talking complete titanium exhaust from header to can topped off with a carbon fiber end cap Now if that doesn't say horsepower Idk what does.......

Brocks Performance

 

[dadofthree]

I think the CT offers the same performance as the street meg, alienhead, and sidewinder, but it would weigh a little less. Of course my street meg short only weighs 7 pounds I think.

 

[MLSDUKE1]

I can't justify spending an extra grand to shave 2 lbs. So far I'm at about $2200 to get her finished up mechanically and another $1500 for cosmetics. With that, I'm at my limit for now

 

[dadofthree]

 

[MLSDUKE1]

A couple pics I took today whilst cleaning out the garage. Ya see, when I clean something, my wife feels like she has no choice but to f it up again. We'll see how long it stays clean this time

 

[DaBuzaBoy]

i have been reading this thread since day 1..

cant wait for you to finish your project...

 

[MLSDUKE1]

You and me both man, I'm almost done. Just gotta get those taxes in

 

[MLSDUKE1]

Would it behoove me to replace my current radiator with a Gen II with the dual fans?

 

[1busa]

Absolutely..... you are gonna definitely need to keep that monster nice n cool!!!

I've done this mod on my Gen1 and it works flawlessly.

Gen2 Radiator
Dual aluminum Muzzy fans
Low temp thermostat
High Pressure rad cap
Samco Silicone Hose & Clamp kit
Engine Ice Coolant

You can buy the fan temp sensor relocator on RCC's website. That way you have a clean install. No messing around with switches and turning on fans manually. It relocates the sensor and allows the fans to turn on automatically, no muss no fuss

 

[MLSDUKE1]

I think I'm gonna be getting the temp switch relocation from Boosted Cycle Performance. As for the rest, if I got the fans for a dual setup, couldn't I still use the Gen I or should I bite the next $100 bullet and get the radiator too? I found the radiator for $100 and the fans for $90.

 

[Boosted Cycle Perf]

I remember hearing the gen 2 rads cooled better years ago, but I never seen any official test to confirm that. I think where they benefit is they have 2 fans that were made to fit on the radiator, so that's where they are picking up the gains from. Gen 2 cores are also a little thinner, so that further backs up my thoughts.

The fan temp switch relocator is a good idea. It turns the fan on sooner, and stays on longer. Those have been a hot item, and I sold my last one 2 weeks ago. However, I can get you one if you would like, and save you a few bucks directly from RCC.

I currently run a stock gen 1 rad, with temp switch relocated and a single fan with a muzzy blade on my turbo bike. I also have a a heat exchanger blocking half of my radiator. In 110 degree Texas heat it doesn't overheat. How? I gutted my thermostat. I do this on bikes that stay in the southern states. It just a takes a little longer to warm up, but it stays way cooler. And it's cheaper then radiators, special coolant, more fans ect.

Matt, I'll return your call in a bit, been another crazy day my friend.

 

[1busa]

@ the end of the day it's your $$$ and bike. Gen1 fans and Gen2 fans are different, I wanted 2 do it rite the 1st time and be done with it. Got a gen2 rad and oil cooler off ebay 4 a good price and got the rest off a couple race sites like Schnitz and star racing. Didn't want 2 have any compatibility issues so I swapped the whole thing out