I hope I didn't offend you, or have you think what you did isn't the right way. There's different ways to get around cooling issues on these bikes. While a gutted thermostat isn't a good option for someone in the Midwest, it is down south here. We have 2 temps, hot and hotter. It just doesn't get cool enough. Being matts in New Mexico, he could benefit and save a bunch of money, and it will work as good.
On the flip side I'd suggest a set up simular to yours, 1busa, for people in the northern reigions as the temps swing more dirastically day to day, and a thermostat is needed to regulate engine temp.
I was just trying to give him some feedback on what worked for me and my experience with that particular setup. That's the great thing about modding and dealing with busas, there's so much info and different ideas towards improving your bike that you have the ability to pick and choose what would or wouldn't work for you based on $$$ or capabilities.
Got bored and disassembled my handlebars. Then I painted them. Then I re installed them. I think its a nice touch. 4 days till I order a ton of parts and get her DONZIES!
