Warchild
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Mine hasn't arrived yet (suspect it should be here any day now), but as I understand it, this system comes with a 90-degree valve stem.
See item 5 below.... 90-degree valve stems!
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See item 5 below.... 90-degree valve stems!
Vancosport
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the 90 Degree valve is an optional extra. here is the spare part list and part numbers available 
meanwhile, here is the list of applications so far
meanwhile, here is the list of applications so far
Warchild
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Truthfully, I am glad this is the case, as I do NOT want the 90-degree valve stems!
Once my Tire Watch arrives and gets installed, they can add the CBR1100XX to the list, as that's the bike these babies will be going in.... B)meanwhile, here is the list of applications so far
Vancosport
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Warchild
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[SIZE=14pt]KICK-ASS VIDEOS!!!!![/SIZE]
So the LDL Tire Watch system is standard equipment on the new GTR1400.... nice!!
So the LDL Tire Watch system is standard equipment on the new GTR1400.... nice!!
SkooterG
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Warchild
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The 2nd vid is the killer one for me, for several reasons:
1) As mentioned, it shows the new LDL "Tire Watch" wireless air pressure sensor as standard equipment
2) For the first time (to my knowledge), it alludes to the nature of the Variable Valve Timing, and happily enough, it does NOT look anything like that stupid-ass VTEC from Honda, rather, it appears to change (advance/retard) both camshafts via this interesting flywheel-looking mechanism on the end of the cam. B)
3) Shows the electric windscreen motor layout... looks like screen is moved by flexible cables!
4) Shows detailed animations of the tetra-lever shaft drive
These vids are extremely polished and refined; it probably took some Flash developers a man-year of development time! :lol:
1) As mentioned, it shows the new LDL "Tire Watch" wireless air pressure sensor as standard equipment
2) For the first time (to my knowledge), it alludes to the nature of the Variable Valve Timing, and happily enough, it does NOT look anything like that stupid-ass VTEC from Honda, rather, it appears to change (advance/retard) both camshafts via this interesting flywheel-looking mechanism on the end of the cam. B)
3) Shows the electric windscreen motor layout... looks like screen is moved by flexible cables!
4) Shows detailed animations of the tetra-lever shaft drive
These vids are extremely polished and refined; it probably took some Flash developers a man-year of development time! :lol:
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Scab
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Looks suspiciously like a Ford window regulator. I hope the did a better job than Ford.
BrunDog
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Oh shit!!!! Someone hand me a box of tissues!!
That is way cool!
I told you the VVT was going to be a hydraulic pressure based advance/retard. Its the only way to due this right (other than the one on modern BMW cars). I like how they made it ultra compact - much smaller than the linear piston working helical inner/outer gears.
This bike, assuming the build quality ends up alright, is going to send the FJR design team back to the deep, dark depths of their CAD systems. I cannot see anyone buying one once this baby comes out (if it delivers on its promises, of course. It could end up being a piece of shite in the first year).
-BD
That is way cool!
I told you the VVT was going to be a hydraulic pressure based advance/retard. Its the only way to due this right (other than the one on modern BMW cars). I like how they made it ultra compact - much smaller than the linear piston working helical inner/outer gears.
This bike, assuming the build quality ends up alright, is going to send the FJR design team back to the deep, dark depths of their CAD systems. I cannot see anyone buying one once this baby comes out (if it delivers on its promises, of course. It could end up being a piece of shite in the first year).
-BD
Not to throw cold water on their VVT system....but....it is pretty elementary compared to what is in cars these days. It is a hydraulic adjustor, yes, but only on the intake cam. Better than no VVT but only an entry level system in all honesty. It would really be cool if they had it on the intake and the exhaust so as to vary both cam timings independently. Much more effective that way. Or, at least they could have moved both the cams together for even more performance effect. If you have a DOHC engine it is really a waste to only VVT one cam if it is really going to be an all out effort.
If the VVT is used on the intake side only it is there primarily for performance reasons. VVT on the exhaust only is mostly emissions related with some torque and idle quality benefits. The REAL way to do it if they are serious is on both cams, timed and controlled separately.
If the VVT is used on the intake side only it is there primarily for performance reasons. VVT on the exhaust only is mostly emissions related with some torque and idle quality benefits. The REAL way to do it if they are serious is on both cams, timed and controlled separately.
Warchild
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<voice="Oddball"> Always with the negative waves, man, always with the negative waves!" </voice>
While at first glance the Flash animation might give the impression it's moving two camshafts, obviously, it's only moving the rearward (intake) camshaft... the "second" camshaft in the vid is simply a closeup of the intake cam. <_<
Oh well... perhaps in the interest of weight, space, complexity or other engineering concerns, they elected only to vary the intake cam. And on the plus side, this might give one hope that maybe valve clearance checks will not require a lot of specialized tools/equipment (ala VTEC from Honda) that only dealers will have.
Still, until the bike gets here, it's all speculation anyway....
Vancosport
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well I have never had the pleasure of test riding an FJR or the ZX1400 or any tourer for that matter. my question is, I know these bad boys produce a lot of low end torque and power within midrange, but how do these babies perform on the higher end of the rev range? say 6th gear 7K revs full throttle roll-on to overtake another bike. the VVT will surely come in handy at that point.
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Vancosport
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Vancosport
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Just got word from my shipping agent. the items are still at the US customs office getting cleared. should be delivered to u very soon. all items have been labeled as "gift" to avoid extra costs. please confirm as soon as you have them so i know. Are the mail services that congested at this early point in December?
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Warchild
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It's likely that it's more of an issue with Customs, than the Postal Service per say. Although here at 10-11 days before Xmas, things are definitely heating up for most all carriers, particularly the USPS.
Vancosport
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Has anyone received theirs yet? My new Avon Storms are at the dealer - waiting on the Tire-Watch to put 'em on....
Vancosport - You wouldn't happen to have tracking numbers for 'em [he said hopefully] ...
Not being "negative"...just realistic. I suspected that people were mistaking their animation for full VVT operation of both cams as that is exactly the reaction I had to it also. Just wanted to make sure they didn't get more credit than they desired.....LOL.
BrunDog
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C'mon, now jestal!! They get a lot of credit, as far as I am concerned. No one else has done this yet. And as you know, space and weight are a factor. You gotta have the valves, plumbing, and sensors to make this thing work. Plus, they are adding this infinitely variable, non-hacked system on an already KICK ASS motor. BIG CREDIT, KAWI!!
Also, no disrespect, but I don't agree with your statements above. You and I both know its all about the intake. Exhaust valves open against chamber pressure anyway - changing the timing of this train has 20% of the net performance effect (as you said). The rest is in the intake. And, again, in this case, it is not a two-stage hack job that they could have put in cheaper and easier.
-BD
