View Full Version : R6 Throttle Tube
Seeing as we've lost the original threads on the R6 throttle tube conversion I thought I'd start it again.
Cost: Around seven quid (though many thanks to Sudoxe for the freebie!)
Fit: Perfect
Ease of installation: On the naked SV, it's a pain in the @rse, as the bars have to come off to do it properly as there is less play in the throttle cables than with the standard tube and you have to slide the new one on after you've managed to get the cables attached (and what a bugger they were to attach!).
Result: Perfectomundo! After the rear sprocket mod, this has to be second. The bike is so much more responsive and the power comes on so much quicker that you'd swear you had another 10 BHP.
Downside? Nothing really if you've a smooth hand, apart from personally not liking the Yamaha grip as it's a little thicker than the Suzuki one, so I shall probably order one for the SV when I get around to it.
Now with my 46 tooth rear sprocket, 4 degree ignition advance and fifth turn throttle tube (as opposed to the standard bike's quarter turn), a clumsy hand will find it hard to keep the front wheel down in first, and it almost wheelies off the power in second.
So if you have a curvy - do it! :thumbsup:
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Sounds good, It only took a few mins on the pointy/faired to swap over. Whoops..
So...jonboy...When do I get a turn? :lol: :lol: :lol:
Dan
Any time you like.
Any time you like.
:lol:
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I think part numbers would help, the R6 has diffrent tubes for the diffrent years.
the oaf
08-11-05, 06:35 PM
I think part numbers would help, the R6 has diffrent tubes for the diffrent years.
I've just picked mine up, and wrote the part no. down, so still have it on a piece of paper at home. I'll post it up later.
Lifted off the svrider forum....
5SL-26240-01-00, comes with a grip.
About £11 ISTR.
This is an 03-04 R6 type tube and fits all curvy's without mods. Slight mod reqd. for the pointy faired, but unfaired needs no mods either according to the thread (might be wrong, ie. i, haggis, am not taking responsibility!)
So if you have a curvy - do it! :thumbsup:
I second that
but just to be picky, does the left hand R6 grip fit?
Yes it would have to as the bar diameters are identical as far as I'm aware.
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Last Action Pimp
08-11-05, 08:28 PM
so will it fit my pointy naked?? or am i going mad?? ??
so will it fit my pointy naked?? or am i going mad?? ??
It will but IIRC you have to slightly mod it!
Excellent I can see this mod being done over the winter :D
Did it make any difference in the difficulty in fitting that your bike has Renthal bars Jonboy?
Did it make any difference in the difficulty in fitting that your bike has Renthal bars Jonboy?
No that's not an issue, I just couldn't get enough play in the cables and had to assemble the tube off the bars, which meant that the whole thing had to be slid back on, and this was impossible without removing the bars. Not a big deal, I just didn't expect to have to do it.
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Not sure if this link still works. Because it's a personal homepage it is blocked by Websense at work!
http://www.ronlarimer.com/new/sv650/modifications/r6_throttle.html
No that URL no longer works. All there is is here:
http://www.ronlarimer.com/sv650.html
but I can't see any R6 throttle tube link though.
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streetos
09-11-05, 10:15 AM
Anyone know where I can order one of these on-line?
Found a link for what you need to do to fit it to a pointy....
Click here (http://people.tamu.edu/~redaggie03/Sv650%20Portal/Write-Ups%20Page/SV%20R6%20Tube.htm)
That's the bugger I was looking for!
Most interesting part II...
Blue_SV650S
14-07-06, 08:49 AM
Ok if we are going to revive chat about R6 throttle tubes, then I will reiterate what I have said before too :lol:
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I have done this mod to my curvy S and it is really easy to do, no extra modding required, just adjust the adjusters on the cables to take up/allow slack. I tend to think people get a bit over excited about the real world effects of this mod. I’ll give you the facts that I found out on a discussion about it and you draw your own conclusions!!
FACT: The stock tube requires 90 degrees rotation from zero to full throttle and the R6 tube requires 72 degrees. So you are gaining (loosing?!?!) 18 deg of twist.
If you were to put that in minutes on a clockface terms 18deg is equivalent to the angel represented by 3 mins!!! Yep that is it, 3 minuets (of a clockface) less twist, put your hand by your watch and simulate it …
3 mins ... thats it ... some people have made out that it ‘transforms’ the throttle behavior, some even saying it makes things over twitchy ... one word … ‘placebo’ (I so wanted to say BS there ) ……
Personally I think the noticeable difference is negligible!! When all is said and done, a R6 tube is ~£7, it does give you wrist that little bit more of an easy time, so my cost benefit analysis still says go for it … just don’t expect any transformations!!
Well while not wishing to be confrontational I have to disagree completely. Look at it another way: the SV's throttle tube requires an extra 25% of twist to reach full throttle as opposed to the R6 tube — can't notice a whole quarter difference? Odd indeed.
The real difference is felt (as posted before) when you snap the throttle open (particularly in a low gear). This allows the fully open carbs to squirt fuel into the engine considerably quicker than if using the standard throttle tube. If you're just using the throttle gently, then I agree you'll likely not notice any difference.
Now, see how statistics can be manipulated?
If you like to rag your bike then it's the cheapest "performance" mod you can make; if you're not a fast rider then personally I wouldn't bother.
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northwind
14-07-06, 10:17 AM
Personally I found the throttle is exactly as fast with either throttle tube, it goes at the speed of my hand. It's purely the comfort and the ease of using full throttle that made the difference. Not "fast action" but "short action".
Yes but if your hand twists at the same maximum rate with each tube, then the R6 one will be 25% faster to fully open the carbs.
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northwind
14-07-06, 10:36 AM
True, but your hand's faster than the throttle will ever call for so that doesn't matter. You can go from stop to stop in the blink of an eye after all. With the 1/5 throw throttle, you still don't twist it as fast as you could.
21QUEST
14-07-06, 11:00 AM
...so are we to believe that non of you peeps with the R6 throttle ever played the game *** jockey when younger
:? :shock: :lol: .
Why the weak wrist :P
Cheers
Ben
True, but your hand's faster than the throttle will ever call for so that doesn't matter. You can go from stop to stop in the blink of an eye after all. With the 1/5 throw throttle, you still don't twist it as fast as you could.
True, but doesn't that negate your point of both being equally as fast? One obviously has to fully open the carbs more than the other, all things being equal. The R6 does so by a factor of 25%, which IMHO is somewhat noticeable :wink: .
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northwind
14-07-06, 11:04 AM
I've got a very strong right wrist, I just save it for other things.
Playing pinball.
Blue_SV650S
14-07-06, 11:22 AM
Well while not wishing to be confrontational I have to disagree completely. Look at it another way: the SV's throttle tube requires an extra 25% of twist to reach full throttle as opposed to the R6 tube — can't notice a whole quarter difference? Odd indeed.
The real difference is felt (as posted before) when you snap the throttle open (particularly in a low gear). This allows the fully open carbs to squirt fuel into the engine considerably quicker than if using the standard throttle tube. If you're just using the throttle gently, then I agree you'll likely not notice any difference.
Now, see how statistics can be manipulated?
If you like to rag your bike then it's the cheapest "performance" mod you can make; if you're not a fast rider then personally I wouldn't bother.
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As nothwind said, it is the speed of the hand!! Also I feel I must point out that with CV carbs (like the SV and many bikes have), the throttle ‘butterfly’ doesn’t directly ‘snap’ the throttle open, this is left to the slider, which operates via airspeed and vacuum, the slider purposely operates slower/more controlled than a quick ‘flick’. So in short, you can flick the throttle wide instantaneously, the speed at which the throttle opens is controlled by something preset!!! So again as nothwind pointed out it is all about the ‘ease’ at which one can attain full throttle, not necessarily the speed.
I have purely added some factual content, I am not saying that the mod isn’t worth doing, just I don’t feel the overall difference in ‘twist’ isnt anything to get excited about and as explained above the massively quicker throttle response bit is welllll by definition of CV carbs …. Bull manure!! :D :takeabow:
Each to his own then ;).
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squirrel_hunter
14-07-06, 01:36 PM
...so are we to believe that non of you peeps with the R6 throttle ever played the game *** jockey when younger
:? :shock: :lol: .
Why the weak wrist :P
Cheers
Ben
I'm left handed.
But to throw my thoughts into the mix...
Its worth doing. I found a quicker action at hard acceleration from a slow speed (been side ways before I got used to it). But over all its a comfort mod, I now no longer have to move my hand to get full throttle which makes getting to full faster for me and more comfortable.
But as jonboy said - each to his own. It costs less then £10 so worth a try.
SVeeedy Gonzales
14-07-06, 02:27 PM
It's the comfort that's been good for me - no more walking my hand round the throttle to use the full range and less movement needed = more relaxed ride and can focus on the road that bit more.
Still no sign of a proper wheelie, but I've not done the sprockets yet...
I've read the threads and have one question.
How does it work!
Does the actual throttle part (where the cables reside) on the tube have bigger circumference, therefore as you twist, you get the cable moving quicker..??
It's something I may do, as it's a cheap comfort/mod thing!!
Does the actual throttle part (where the cables reside) on the tube have bigger circumference, therefore as you twist, you get the cable moving quicker..??
Yes. All this does is enable you to get to full throttle easier, none of the other garbage. Just means less twist of the wrist to full throttle end of.
Blue_SV650S
14-07-06, 04:26 PM
Each to his own then ;).
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I don’t think it is a case of that, I just feel this sort of comment “Result: Perfectomundo! After the rear sprocket mod, this has to be second. The bike is so much more responsive and the power comes on so much quicker that you'd swear you had another 10 BHP.” Might lead people to believe that it is going to do more for them than it actually will.
From that statement, my expectations would be high, when in reality and after doing this mod myself remember, the performance difference is zero (not that I expected it too, again see above) and the comfort difference is small, but not irrelevant. So when all is said and done, it does make it that little bit less to twist, which is a bonus and therefore worth the £7 they cost.
I am actually going to modify my original tube to try and increase the diameter significantly and see how I get on as I feel even with the R6 tube, there is still a fair twist there!! :-k
If anyone is interested, the left hand grip is part number 4YR-26241-02-00
Each to his own then ;).
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I don’t think it is a case of that, I just feel this sort of comment “Result: Perfectomundo! After the rear sprocket mod, this has to be second. The bike is so much more responsive and the power comes on so much quicker that you'd swear you had another 10 BHP.” Might lead people to believe that it is going to do more for them than it actually will.
So what, I'm selling it and misrepresenting something? Get a grip. It's my opinion and that of others as you can well read. If you have a lack of sensibilities and are unable to tell what I consider to be a major difference (yes major) then sorry, but that really isn't my problem. I was happy to let it rest with my comment above, but you don't seem to want to — odd.
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SV650Racer
15-07-06, 09:56 AM
We ran this on our race SV650's last season as it helped ease the pain of having to wind the throttle onto the stop by a double twist - if you understand what i mean!.
I have now got a proper quick action throttle which is adjustable.
The mod doesnt make the bike quicker or add any BHP. It just makes it easier to wind the throttle open..thats all.
Although do be careful as we have seen far too many road bikes with this mod that have been not adjusted properly and only open the throttle 3/4's full and dont allow it to be opened fully :wink:
Blue_SV650S
15-07-06, 10:28 AM
So what, I'm selling it and misrepresenting something? Get a grip. It's my opinion and that of others as you can well read. If you have a lack of sensibilities and are unable to tell what I consider to be a major difference (yes major) then sorry, but that really isn't my problem. I was happy to let it rest with my comment above, but you don't seem to want to — odd.
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Ohhhh easy there, have I upset you by voicing my (and others it seems) experience/opinions on this mod; just because they don't align with yours??
There is no problem you posting what you think, is there a problem with me posting what I think??
Or are the facts I have highlighted simply getting in the way of a good story here?!?! :lol:
No, I don't mind people posting anything they like, however it's the way they post that counts, and if anyone was trying to manipulate the facts it really wasn't me.
The mod doesnt make the bike quicker or add any BHP
Obviously :wink: . However it does mean that the throttle can be opened quicker and therefore the power comes in quicker, and in this case 25% quicker, which makes the bike more responsive and have the appearance of being a little more powerful, hence my original comment of it seeming to have an extra 10 bhp in the first three gears (in MY opinion).
For seven odd quid, it's a great mod, which others have also agreed with. Now if anyone feels this ain't so, then fair dues, we're all entitled to our own opinion :roll: .
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northwind
15-07-06, 08:19 PM
AAAAAANNNYWAY.
Today, I popped by the BMF Kelso show, and there was a stall selling 1/5 action throttle kits. Not proper quick action as SV650racer mentioned, just the wee slip-on bits of plastic that sell for £25. Very impressed by the seller
"What bike you got mate"
"Carbed SV650"
"Same throttle parts as teh SRAD that isn't it."
"Yeah... But listen, I've already fitted an R6 throttle tube, do these things make any difference"
"Ah... Well, to be honest, these are worse- they're a couple of degrees longer, they can be fiddly to fit and they cost 3 times more"
"Cheers!"
AAAAAANNNYWAY.
Today, I popped by the BMF Kelso show, and there was a stall selling 1/5 action throttle kits. Not proper quick action as SV650racer mentioned, just the wee slip-on bits of plastic that sell for £25. Very impressed by the seller
"What bike you got mate"
"Carbed SV650"
"Same throttle parts as teh SRAD that isn't it."
"Yeah... But listen, I've already fitted an R6 throttle tube, do these things make any difference"
"Ah... Well, to be honest, these are worse- they're a couple of degrees longer, they can be fiddly to fit and they cost 3 times more"
"Cheers!"
:lol:
I got an extra throttle tube in the bag of bits with my bike....going to check tonight if it's an R6 one, if so then sweet!!
How easy is it (read how do you :wink: ) get the old tube off and fit the new one? Does it simply slide off and back on, or do I need glue etc?
Cheers,
Paul
Couerdelion
31-07-06, 02:49 PM
Have one of these (the R6 tube) on the K3 SV. Not got anything similar on the GSXR yet. Missed it at the nurburgring. By the time you've 'double' twisted, the other bikes have got a jump on you...
Well worth it for the money.
So is the only way to do this for the pointy is to buy that part and cut/sand that edge off as shown in the mini-guide?
Might have to try this mod as it seems like the cheapest way to get a crisper throttle response. (If that's what it does :P)
Might have to try this mod as it seems like the cheapest way to get a crisper throttle response. (If that's what it does :P)
Dont start that again! :lol: :lol:
All you need to know is yes its worth doing! :lol: :lol: :lol:
So it REALLY makes a difference then?
I'm hearing mixed things. :wink:
So it REALLY makes a difference then?
I'm hearing mixed things. :wink:
YES!!! :smt075
maybe....
:lol: :lol:
lukemillar
31-07-06, 04:09 PM
So it REALLY makes a difference then?
I'm hearing mixed things. :wink:
FFS it costs about 10 quid!! :lol: Buy it, stick it on, amend your signature. Hardly worth losing sleep over! If you don't like it, put the old back on and the sell the R6 tube to someone on here!
DEVIOUS I SAY, PURE DEVIOUSNESS! :lol:
Well I'm a bit skint atm, so I was trying to find out how easy it was to do for a pointy. (Before I started s**t stirring)
Blue_SV650S
31-07-06, 04:28 PM
Despite how people have taken it, I am an advocate of this mod. :D
At the end of the day, I have 2 SVs now, and have bought 2 R6 tubes!! I wouldn't have put my hand in my pocket for the second time if I thought it was money wasted!!
Just don't get carried away with what to expect.
All it will give you is a fire breathing - granny killing - tyre ripping - pant browning - knicker elastic pinging beast!!! ... :lol:
lol! I found it a lot more difficult to adjust the freeplay out of the R6 throttle than with the standard one for some reason. Does it make a difference - yes, less shuffling, but better spark plugs will give you more power :lol:
21QUEST
31-07-06, 06:51 PM
Did you try adjusting it at the carbs or throttle bodies(can't be arsed to check what model you have).
When I had it on my bike I adjusted for almost maximum freeplay(say 1/4 back from maximum) at the carbs. I then adjusted for required freeplay he throttle tube end.
Cheers
Ben
Ben, I was adjusting at the throttle tube end. It just seemed that the freeplay would return after a long ride - I hope I haven't stretched the cables.
Blue_SV650S
31-07-06, 07:45 PM
Ben, I was adjusting at the throttle tube end. It just seemed that the freeplay would return after a long ride - I hope I haven't stretched the cables.
Without being rude, you did use the locknut right? :wink:
The locknuts were tightened and didn't move.
is it possible to do this mod at the same time as fitting hotgrips?
does the grip just come off the throttle tube and swap over?
northwind
07-11-06, 10:51 AM
is it possible to do this mod at the same time as fitting hotgrips?
does the grip just come off the throttle tube and swap over?
Yep, and yep- in fact, it's easier to fit hotgrips to the R6 tube than to some sv tubes (the carbed one has irritating ridges on it that need to be cut off, the injected one I don't know). Ideal to do both at the same time.
is it possible to do this mod at the same time as fitting hotgrips?
does the grip just come off the throttle tube and swap over?
Yep, and yep- in fact, it's easier to fit hotgrips to the R6 tube than to some sv tubes (the carbed one has irritating ridges on it that need to be cut off, the injected one I don't know). Ideal to do both at the same time.
good good! Once you've glued the hotgrips on i imagine its pretty permenant so if i wanted to do the mod in the futre i wouldnt be able to... two birds with one stone!
northwind
07-11-06, 11:59 AM
You can usually crack the glue if you try hard enough. Unless you go mad with it that is ;)
netsurfer
10-12-06, 02:15 AM
So has anyone found a link online to buy the tubes yet?
If not, anyone interested PM me and i'll pick a few up at a local yam dealer
I know time isnt always plentiful (especially this time of year)
Pete
weazelz
10-12-06, 07:57 AM
this sounds great - I'm always up for an extra 5bhp at the wheel. & all for £10! can I fit one on the left grip too?
There really is no extra BHP, it just feels that way when you snap open the throttle in first and second. And I do mean that: snap it. If you're gentle or even just quickish with the throttle, you'll notice not a jot of difference. It's when you're able to get the throttle to fully open in a quicker time, that the power comes on seemingly instantly, giving the wonderful impression of being more powerful.
Worth it for a tenner? Oh yes.
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Blue_SV650S
10-12-06, 05:06 PM
Arrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr ... How many times!?!? ](*,) :D … the limiting factor to the throttle opening time is the slider spring, orifices, engine speed and the diaphragm setup etc etc … the throttle isn’t directly connected to the sliders … all you are doing is moving the butterfly valves … you can whack these open instantaneously and it won’t make the throttle pick up any faster than is possible with the given slider setup …
If you have even looked at some CV carbes in action you would realise that the sliders move (reasonably) slowly and they are in relation to engine revs … the whole thing is certainly slower than even an arthritic granny could do even with a standard tube … #-o
The whole premise of a CV carb is that it prevents sudden opening of the throttle as this sudden change in pressure would mess with the carburetion … so it segregates the throttle butterflies from the sliders (which actually do the throttle regulation). All this tosh is just a fundamental misunderstanding of how CV carburettors work!! :roll: :roll:
Please please type in "CV (Constant Velocity) carburetor" into a search engine and read up on how they work before anyone else doles out any more drivel!!! ;)
{gets back of soap box} :lol:
FFS I know the difference it makes, so do others. It's most certainly noticeable. If you hate the mod so much, and if you think it's completely ineffective, then I take it that you've put the standard SV throttle tube back on, right?
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northwind
10-12-06, 05:31 PM
I said this further up the thread, but that was months ago so I might as well say it again... For me, the "speed" of the throttle makes no difference at all to how I use the power, it's just easier and more comfortable to make full use of the throttle as the shorter action suits my wrist better, enabling me to save my right wrist for more important tasks. *
But, when you change things like this it's not always the hardware difference that really changes how the bike feels, it's the way you interact with the bike. Sort of like swapping tyres- almost everyone's happier on a new set of tyres, even though chances are they never found the limits of the old ones. Psychology in action.
So with this, it's not all about the hardware. It's about how Jonboy's hand and brain feels as he uses the throttle. And that's every bit as important as a hardware change.
*such as shaving
Blue_SV650S
10-12-06, 05:32 PM
FFS I know the difference it makes, so do others. It's most certainly noticeable. If you hate the mod so much, and if you think it's completely ineffective, then I take it that you've put the standard SV throttle tube back on, right?
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I'd have the throttle movement half what it is with the R6 throttle tube if I could!! :P
So I don't hate the mod, but I DO understand what it is doing for me ...
And I understand what it does for me. And that, I assure you, is fine.
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Blue_SV650S
10-12-06, 06:31 PM
And I understand what it does for me. And that, I assure you, is fine.
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And for you it is making the bike 'pick up' notably quicker as you are attaining full throttle tube rotation in what must be only a few thousands of a second quicker right?? :?
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v607/skip665/forum/not_this_again.jpg
Some love it - some dont - for £7 its worth a go - THE END!
That is all! :lol:
Blue_SV650S
10-12-06, 07:00 PM
Some love it - some dont - for £7 its worth a go - THE END!
That is all! :lol:
I have always been an advocate of the mod ... it is worth a go for the price ... but worth a go for what?? ;)
... but worth a go for what?? ;)
:smt062 :lol:
And for you it is making the bike 'pick up' notably quicker
Correct.
Some love it - some dont - for £7 its worth a go - THE END!
Yup, I'm with you there Skip, there really is nothing left to say. If Blue wants an argument, then let him feel free to find another sparring partner, as I'm seriously bored, now.
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21QUEST
10-12-06, 09:52 PM
Look guys, I'm going to get the big stick out if you don't listen to skips :roll: :shock: :lol:
Cheers
Ben
netsurfer
10-12-06, 11:22 PM
IMHO the R6 tube would make the bike more enjoyable to ride, due to the fact that if while cruising with a comfortable hand position I decide to "wring its neck" I would end up opening the throttle fully. Whereas with the standard SV tube to open the throttle fully it would require me to reposition my hand to attain this.
I'm certainly going to try it.. not expecting more horsepower or even better acceleration, just a more comfortable and enjoyable ride.
Another thing I think would make the throttle operation more comfortable would be slightly weaker return springs on the carbs, has this been tried?
Pete
So does anyone have the actual part I need to order from Yamaha for my 2001 curvy? There's a right hand set on eBay at the moment but I'm guessing I only need the throttle grip.
netsurfer
10-12-06, 11:53 PM
Lifted off the svrider forum....
5SL-26240-01-00, comes with a grip.
About £11 ISTR.
Pete
Blue_SV650S
11-12-06, 12:38 PM
IMHO the R6 tube would make the bike more enjoyable to ride, due to the fact that if while cruising with a comfortable hand position I decide to "wring its neck" I would end up opening the throttle fully. Whereas with the standard SV tube to open the throttle fully it would require me to reposition my hand to attain this.
I'm certainly going to try it.. not expecting more horsepower or even better acceleration, just a more comfortable and enjoyable ride.
Another thing I think would make the throttle operation more comfortable would be slightly weaker return springs on the carbs, has this been tried?
Pete
8) In that case the R6 tube is for you, it does make it that little bit more comfortable to use the throttle, but we are only talking a few degrees here, so don't expect a massive change in rotation. Personally I'd still want less than the R6 tube, to make things easier/more comfortable still, but at least the R6 tube is in the right direction and cheap enough to do.
And for you it is making the bike 'pick up' notably quicker
Correct.
Some love it - some dont - for £7 its worth a go - THE END!
Yup, I'm with you there Skip, there really is nothing left to say. If Blue wants an argument, then let him feel free to find another sparring partner, as I'm seriously bored, now.
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I am not looking for a argument??? But after trying to explain that what you are saying is scientific nonsense (and suggested you reading up on it), you still refuse to accept that by sheer design of a CV carb, it cant possibly do what you are suggesting!!!!! :roll:
Before you embarrass yourself further, Please Please read up on Constant Velocity carbs and how they work, it is an interesting, simple, but ingenious design that is actually there for preventing sudden throttle openings!!! 8)
can we have an idiot proof guide on how to do this :shock:
northwind
11-12-06, 08:21 PM
1) Remove old tube
2) Fit new tube
3) Adjust cables
4) Get in a pointless argument on the internet about it.
The only things to watch, are that it's fairly easy to damage the screws that hold the control box together, and throttle cable adjustment's a bit of a fiddle if you've not done it before. You can do it all by trial and error if it comes to that.
1) Remove old tube
2) Fit new tube
3) Adjust cables
4) Get in a pointless argument on the internet about it.
The only things to watch, are that it's fairly easy to damage the screws that hold the control box together, and throttle cable adjustment's a bit of a fiddle if you've not done it before. You can do it all by trial and error if it comes to that.
sounds good :wink: i particulary like point 4 :shock:
Blue_SV650S
11-12-06, 08:47 PM
"4) Get in a pointless argument on the internet about it. "
My bad? :D
Have to admit I struggle to let it lie when people come out with twaddle like that and refuse to accept they might be wrong; even when presented with irrefutable evidence that they are!!! :roll: :oops: :lol:
i intend to fit hotgrips so i might aswell try the R6 throttle :?
im a bit confussed over all the differant opinions :smt102
Blue_SV650S
11-12-06, 08:56 PM
i intend to fit hotgrips so i might aswell try the R6 throttle :?
im a bit confussed over all the differant opinions :smt102
opinions?
Everyone says get an R6 tube!! (don't they?!)
i intend to fit hotgrips so i might aswell try the R6 throttle :?
im a bit confussed over all the differant opinions :smt102
opinions?
Everyone says get an R6 tube!! (don't they?!)
yes................so why all the arguing
Blue_SV650S
11-12-06, 09:22 PM
yes................so why all the arguing
It goes back quite a way I know, but if you read back you will find the dispute has only ever been over the results of doing the mod ...
I want to make it clear that if you think you are getting a performance upgrade, you will be disappointed ... what you are getting is something that will make riding a bit more comfortable (from a wrist point of view) and something that will make it easier to get full throttle position (again from a wrist point of view) unless you struggle to get full throttle with the standard tube, by design it WON'T/CAN'T make the throttle/engine response any quicker.
My other point is that you are also only getting a few degrees advantage, so it is not like the difference in twist is revolutionary. But it is a difference and it is in the right direction.
I have done it on 2 of my 3 SVs and will do it to my 3rd if/when I get round to it ;) ... but to be honest the difference in twist is not significant enough for me to loose any sleep over it ;)
So has anyone found a link online to buy the tubes yet? ????????????
If not, anyone interested PM me and i'll pick a few up at a local yam dealer
I know time isnt always plentiful (especially this time of year)
Pete
anybody?
So has anyone found a link online to buy the tubes yet? ????????????
If not, anyone interested PM me and i'll pick a few up at a local yam dealer
I know time isnt always plentiful (especially this time of year)
Pete
anybody?
Even those with minimal google-fu can find this (http://www.partsforscooters.com/Vehicle-Type/X6).
Those who possess a little more google-fu can find this (http://www.apexleisure.co.uk/acthrottles.htm).
HTH
netsurfer
02-01-07, 11:01 AM
Fine if either
A) You dont mind ordering from the US
B) You dont mind paying 76 quid for it
I'll just visit my local Yam dealer I think! :lol:
Pete
weazelz
02-01-07, 11:10 AM
So has anyone found a link online to buy the tubes yet? ????????????
If not, anyone interested PM me and i'll pick a few up at a local yam dealer
I know time isnt always plentiful (especially this time of year)
Pete
anybody?
http://www.yamaha-motor.co.uk/
Fine if either
A) You dont mind ordering from the US
B) You dont mind paying 76 quid for it
I'll just visit my local Yam dealer I think! :lol:
Pete
just been......not open till thursday :evil:
Blue_SV650S
02-01-07, 01:23 PM
I bought my last one from Fowlers ... http://www.fowlers.co.uk/parts/ one quick phone call and it's all done ... it arrived the next day .. think it was £11 inc P&P ... It'd have cost me the best part of that just in fuel to get it from my not-so-local Yamaha dealer!!! :wink:
They will look it up for you in 2 seconds, but the part number is 5SL-26240-01
I bought my last one from Fowlers ... http://www.fowlers.co.uk/parts/ one quick phone call and it's all done ... it arrived the next day .. think it was £11 inc P&P ... It'd have cost me the best part of that just in fuel to get it from my not-so-local Yamaha dealer!!! :wink:
They will look it up for you in 2 seconds, but the part number is 5SL-26240-01-00
Blue_SV650S
02-01-07, 01:50 PM
They will look it up for you in 2 seconds, but the part number is 5SL-26240-01-00
I physically have the Yamaha bag with the part number sticker on that the tube came in here in front of me ... there is no -00 .... so I don't think that matters ...
They will look it up for you in 2 seconds, but the part number is 5SL-26240-01-00
I physically have the Yamaha bag with the part number sticker on that the tube came in here in front of me ... there is no -00 .... so I don't think that matters ...
sorted.................its in the post
thanx blue :wink:
Blue_SV650S
02-01-07, 07:49 PM
sorted.................its in the post
thanx blue :wink:
Coool, now you can unleash that extra 15hp!! :D
They even come with a new grip too, so there is no piddling about 8)
sorted.................its in the post
thanx blue :wink:
Coool, now you can unleash that extra 15hp!! :D
They even come with a new grip too, so there is no piddling about 8)
15 HP woooooooooooo-hooooooooooooooo
new grip is no good as i have hot grips to fit :?
:shock:
just had it delivered
throttle.......6.67
carriage.....7.70
vat............2.52
total........16.89
Biker Biggles
03-01-07, 04:29 PM
Anyone know if this gives you any more power?
Right I'm off. :lol:
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