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To all the track experts

Do you have a list of track mods, performance oriented

TALKING ABOUT PERFORMANCE MODS, not track time or rider training, or CRASH PROTECTION

SOMETHING LIKE

- RACE TIRES
- BRAKE PADS
- BRAKE MASTER CILINDER
-TIRE WARMERS

What else?
 
I've done several mods. Would under the "Crash Protection Tab" consider front fairing stay, and aftermarket steering stops. It is stupid expensive to replace OEM triples and fairing stays.

t_bare
 
Race gas is always nice. U4 gives you a little extra HP. Just make sure not to leave in tank.
 
If i had a new basemodel v4 to mod for track usage i would probably start off with,
Throttle spacer kit
-Brake pads, i like SBS Dual Carbon
-Brake master, i use a 19x18. 17mm master is recommended for stylema but all personal preference how you like the brakes to feel
-Race brake fluid, something with a wet boiling point of 205 degree C
-Rear shock. Ttx, Ktech, Mupo, Bitubo whatever shock you like, fits your budget and you can have serviced in your area
-Respring front forks for my weight.
-Change rear sprocket for gearing to suit your track if necessary

Somethings are less performance specific oriented but being comfortable can make a big difference in confidence and feeling so depending on the person, things like
-rearsets
-clipons/bars
-taller seat
-taller windscreen

After that you could do
-Fork cartridge kit
-S model wheels
-Exhaust/tuning

Something V4 suffers from a lot is overheating or running very hot so an aftermarket race radiator could be beneficial. And also always see issues with the quickshifter so maybe an aftermarket replacement sensor like Translogic or Cordona could prevent future headaches. There are many more upgrades still but with these mods above youd be pretty set

Tires you can use anything thats track oriented from street DOT like a Q3+ or S22 to a full slick setup. Whatever suits your needs and skill level. Always do the tire calibration what fitting new or different tires. Check manufacture pressure recommendation as a starting point but you can adjust as you see fit and dont be afraid to try different setups. Id use warmers on all tires, if you get adjustable setting warmers then you can run them at a lower temp for street tires and not cook the crap out of them.
 
When I was drag racing I got a doctor to install a glass lens in one of my eyeballs so I could see the tree better

Me factory lenses were a lil murky : )

How far are you willing to take this?

Decline sit up bench mando

#MupoGang
 
If i had a new basemodel v4 to mod for track usage i would probably start off with,
Throttle spacer kit
-Brake pads, i like SBS Dual Carbon
-Brake master, i use a 19x18. 17mm master is recommended for stylema but all personal preference how you like the brakes to feel
-Race brake fluid, something with a wet boiling point of 205 degree C
-Rear shock. Ttx, Ktech, Mupo, Bitubo whatever shock you like, fits your budget and you can have serviced in your area
-Respring front forks for my weight.
-Change rear sprocket for gearing to suit your track if necessary

Somethings are less performance specific oriented but being comfortable can make a big difference in confidence and feeling so depending on the person, things like
-rearsets
-clipons/bars
-taller seat
-taller windscreen

After that you could do
-Fork cartridge kit
-S model wheels
-Exhaust/tuning

Something V4 suffers from a lot is overheating or running very hot so an aftermarket race radiator could be beneficial. And also always see issues with the quickshifter so maybe an aftermarket replacement sensor like Translogic or Cordona could prevent future headaches. There are many more upgrades still but with these mods above youd be pretty set

Tires you can use anything thats track oriented from street DOT like a Q3+ or S22 to a full slick setup. Whatever suits your needs and skill level. Always do the tire calibration what fitting new or different tires. Check manufacture pressure recommendation as a starting point but you can adjust as you see fit and dont be afraid to try different setups. Id use warmers on all tires, if you get adjustable setting warmers then you can run them at a lower temp for street tires and not cook the crap out of them.

thanks man

about tire warmers

right now I am with the stock supercorsas V3

i got CHICKEN hawk pro 3 temps

is the middle setting, for street tires? And hot temp for race tires?

About the rest, I got a V4S with

vershra xx pads

BREMBO corsa corta 19 MC

attack rearsets

CORDONA QS

raceseat

gearing

arrows slip on

Race air filter

termi t800 up map
 
thanks man

about tire warmers

right now I am with the stock supercorsas V3

i got CHICKEN hawk pro 3 temps

is the middle setting, for street tires? And hot temp for race tires?

About the rest, I got a V4S with

vershra xx pads

BREMBO corsa corta 19 MC

attack rearsets

CORDONA QS

raceseat

gearing

arrows slip on

Race air filter

termi t800 up map
Looks like you're pretty set. The warmers I would probably run on LOW for street tires. I would guess low setting is around 135 degrees F and that is plenty of heat for a street compound.
Your suspension may need some tweaking as you get faster. Even though the stock components are Ohlins, the internal valving is assembled in mind for street usage and can easily be overworked by the extra load that track riding puts on the bike.
 
If you've never done a track day, well i wouldn't say anything will really benefit you .
One thing is for sure, race gas isn't needed.

Tire warmers, even for street tires are helpful, they help with cold tears.
Your OEM tires offer PENTY of grip for the level of riding you are into.

Invest in good protection for yourself and your bike.

Rear sets, probably the #1 thing on your list.
Clutch cover, not a flashy carbon one.
Bar ends
Axle sliders
Replace all plastics
A good helmet
A good set of race boots/gloves/suit
Airbag vest
Get your suspension set up by a professional.
Get your tire pressures set to recommendation from X brand dealer.
 
Having good contact with tank (stompgrip, etc) and seat (consider aftermarket) will give you much greater stability braking and through the corner and should aid your performance


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Agree with the group, but would work in this order. Start with making your bike fit you and instill confidence. Then work towards protection and hardware upgrades.

Invest in tire warmers and a good tire pressure gauge. The tire guys at the track, for the most part, are great. They will help you understand your set-up in part by simply looking at pressures at pit out and pit in. Pressures are critical to the performance of today's tires. Warmers will extend the life of your tires and instill confidence.
Spend the $40 at the track with the suspension guru and baseline sag, comp., rebound.
Protect yourself. Those $450 Dainese Axial boots look pretty cheap when you've walked away from a highside. Invest in great leathers, helmet and airvest if at all possible.
Once you feel you're out riding the stock suspension, invest in a rear shock and cartridges or forks.
Aftermarket bodywork saves weight and is cheaper to replace should you fall.

Make it part of your track day to take advantage of the amazing electronics package these bikes have and experiment with key settings. It's amazing the rideability/tuning you have at your fingertips!
 
I agree with everything said above and will add the following clarification: some air vests are NOT for track use so read the fine print when you go shopping. Also, if you do buy a an air vest, buy it before you buy your leathers because an air vest might impact the fitment of the leathers.

A good pair of full leathers come with a vest.
 
Interesting list... I just got back from 4 days at the track on my V4 base model. The first things I did (and would recommend) is to change coolant (to track safe), safety wire oil, safety wire brakes & Michelin Power Slick 2. Then add some stompgrip, or other tank pads if you prefer. With those changes I ran a faster intermediate pace. I was at Jennings GP and Roebling Road... so didn't use the brakes as much as I would at my home tracks.

Next changes come in 2 weeks...
-Ohlins Rear Shock
-Spring the front for my weight

Based on this post I think I'll switch over to RBF600 too.

After that
-I need rearsets, I really need a more stable platform... not sure which to get, but I'm thinking woodcraft.
 

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