Whether you buy a brand new, used, or salvage motorcycle, it is not uncommon to find certain features not up to the mark. That’s why motorcycle mods are quite common as riders bring out the best in their bikes. While you can always rely on our online auto auctions featuring repairable motorcycles to buy your favorite motorcycle at an affordable price, you may have to invest some time and money to bring back its full glory. If you are planning to take the bar even higher, this article is for you. Read on as we’re presenting a list of the top five mods to consider when restoring your motorcycle.
Exhaust System
Stock motorcycle exhausts are designed to minimize noise and emissions. As they are quite restrictive to the release of smoke, it creates back pressure on the engine, leaving less room for fresh air to enter through the intake valve. This hampers the performance of the engine. Aftermarket exhaust systems are designed to reduce the back pressure and allow for faster emission of exhaust gasses, creating more room for fresh air to enter the engine during intake strokes. This enhances the power of the motorcycle, increasing both torque and horsepower. Just remember to make sure that the decibel level of the aftermarket exhaust you select is within the legal limits applicable in your area.
High-Flow Air Filter
As the name suggests, a high-flow air filter allows more air to enter the engine as compared to standard/stock air filters. This way, fuel gets more air to burn, resulting in an improved combustion process that not only increases the maximum power but also enhances the fuel efficiency. Moreover, stock air filters can easily get clogged and require replacement in a year or so. On the other hand, high flow air filters do not get clogged easily and can be used for years with periodic cleaning.
Frame Sliders
The body parts of motorcycles can be expensive to replace or repair, which makes it important to give them some extra protection in the case of a crash. Frame sliders protect your motorcycle by keeping it away from the ground in the event of a tip over or crash. If your motorcycle loses traction and you low-side, a frame slider will minimize the damage to its body, frame, and fairings.
Battery Tender
If you leave your vehicle unused for more than two weeks or experience long cold winters, a battery tender is more of a necessity than a mod. It goes without saying that you would not want to discover that your motorcycle can’t start when you are all geared up for a ride. A battery tender comes with different charging programs and switches automatically according to the charge level of the battery, maintaining the right storage charge even when the motorcycle is not in use. In fact, a battery tender not only maintains a proper charge level but also prevents overcharging.
Suspension
Most standard suspensions that come with motorcycles are set up based on average riding parameters for all riders and generally do not have much scope for adjustment. For a more personalized riding experience, you can upgrade to an aftermarket suspension that is better suited to your style of riding and road conditions. Aftermarket suspensions can easily be adjusted according to your riding style and terrain. Making even small changes to the sag, compression, and rebound can bring significant changes to handling, safety, and overall ride quality.
Final Words
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