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ALLoneUP's 2012 Daytona Mods

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#1 ·
I started out with a new 2012 Daytona 675R. I took advantage of a couple wonderfully brutal WI winters and tore the bike down as far as I felt comfortable.

Being newer to modifying, it has been mostly cosmetic. I relied heavily on this forum for info, ideas, and guidance.

I want to document all this stuff for myself as well as on the forum.
 
#2 · (Edited)
First up - TRMN8TR Header Modification

This mod did the following:
- Delete EXBV
- Delete O2 Sensor
- CAT Delete
- Cone Engineering Merge Collector

Review here:
http://www.triumph675.net/forum/showthread.php?t=122785

I am extremely happy with the craftsmanship and overall experience. I took the headers and got them ceramic coated black. One of my favorite mods so far. Bicycle part Automotive exterior Auto part Metal Font
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I took the midpipe and coated it with high temp ceramic paint from AutoZone. I used Rustoleum 2000* flat black and Rustoleum satin clear. Bicycle part Tool Composite material Auto part Automotive exterior
 
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The airbox was due for some modification.
- SAI plug from Triumph Block-Off Kit
- ST3 Bracket for relay relocation
- BMC Street Filter

The SAI modification was one of my very first projects. As far as the airbox, all I had to do was block off the left side intake. I went with the Triumph Block-Off Kit which came with a yellow cap.

This thread was a huge help for the full SAI removal:
http://www.triumph675.net/forum/showthread.php?t=53954

Edit: Don't paint over DEI Tape.
 

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You do understand that the DEI Tape isnt an insulator...

Heat is also transmitted in means of radiation...and so 30% of the energy in heat is light..so the DEI tape works by reflecting the energy away and that is how it works...

My airbox is also heat taped, but DEI Reflect-a-gold on mine.. painting it ruins the purpose and just adds weight for no reason.

it's not Convection...its radiation.
 
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I bought a Competition Werkes Plate Holder which I really like. The only downside I saw was the LED provided very little light to the plate at night. I did some research and came across an LED plate frame by Radiantz which drastically improved plate illumination. The finish is really nice. Countersunk bolts add a nice clean finish, and the 6 LED bar is pretty low profile.
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Since I no longer needed the CW light, I decided to trim down the piece and paint it black. I just used tin snips and an angle grinder to sand down the edges. Rustoleum paint/clear again. I really like that stuff.
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The only issue I ran into was the Radiantz frame wiring couldn't sit flush against the CW backing. A little dremel action took care of that. Just notched out a groove and smoothed out the edges.
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Storage space is pretty much non-existent in a Daytona. Add in some extra electronics and an alarm, things get pretty stuffed. I purchased the RIDE alarm with the GPS and TPMS (tire pressure).

I needed a place for the siren and GPS signal piece. I wanted both hidden, the siren not muffled, and the GPS sensor under the least amount of material for optimal signal. I originally had both fastened to the subframe under the tail plastic.

I had to create space. My solution was to cut out some material from my solo tail's plastic base.
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With the "X" removed, the base felt just as sturdy, and didn't effect the fit at all.

Wrapped the seat material to minimize collateral damage.
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Pretty happy with the final outcome. I was excited to have new storage area!
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I really like the subframe carbon infills on the new model Daytonas. I wanted to wrap the battery tray to give a little more depth behind the subframe. Plus carbon fibre is like crack. Just experimenting with this for now. Tried a bunch of different brands and patterns. Can't decide if I like it yet, but here's where I'm at with it.
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Got my rims back from powder coating. All new bearings and seals to install. Lots more to come!
 
#14 ·
I really like the subframe carbon infills on the new model Daytonas. I wanted to wrap the battery tray to give a little more depth behind the subframe. Plus carbon fibre is like crack. Just experimenting with this for now. Tried a bunch of different brands and patterns. Can't decide if I like it yet, but here's where I'm at with it.
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Got my rims back from powder coating. All new bearings and seals to install. Lots more to come!
Nice touch! I was debating doing my under tray with DEI Reflect-a-gold to keep more of the exhaust heat away from my ass lol.

But I have a wrapped and coated mid-pipe already..might just look stupid and be too flashy for negligible gains.
 
#15 ·
Got my new MKII set up with a properly weighted spring. Got that powder coated to match my newly shaved subframe. I added a couple torrington bearings to eliminate any spring flex/twist. More of an experiment, haven't heard too much about them. Stoked!
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Job made super easy by this bad mofo right here. . . . Plumbing valve Bicycle fork Valve Gas Cylinder
 
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I dropped off my battery tray and insert to get hydro-dipped. Along with my radiaror infills and top triple tree clamp. Pretty excited! Will definitely update with pics once I get the pieces back. In the meantime. . .

Some shots from last summer. Got a Sharkskinz tail to experiment with. Tire Fuel tank Wheel Automotive lighting Plant


End of this last riding season.
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Made a slight difference in paint lines. Triangle Creative arts Toy Airplane Font
 
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New additions!!!

Galfer Wave Rear Rotor

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Really digging the exhaust, and all the little touches you are doing.. Brings back some memories of when i was doing all these things on my 675R.
I should be doign a few more things also, will shoot you one of those secret PM's! :whistle:
 
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I picked up some red reflective rim tape. I got a few different thicknesses: 6, 9, 12mm I think. I can't decide on the size. I think the stock stripe size on the '12 R is like 1/8", so these are all larger in diameter.

In the pic I have the 6mm on the front and 12mm on the rear. Should I go with the smaller or larger stripe for both tires? Or use the larger stripe on the rear, and smaller stripe on the front, as my wife suggested.

I can't make up my mind.
 
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I prefer the look of the thinner on both tires. It looks cleaner and sharper.
 
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New addition: LFX18A1-BS12

There are a lot of threads regarding Shorai battery fitment which helped me choose the larger 18A1. I run a few accessories and need the extra CCA for colder WI riding. I included some side by side pics since I couldn't find any in my searching. Very impressed with the overall packaging.
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Came with a lot of sticky sided foam to ensure a perfect fit.
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A few side by sides. The two batteries are the same height and length. The Shorai is a little thinner. Rectangle Font Electric blue Musical instrument accessory Event
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New addition: LFX18A1-BS12

There are a lot of threads regarding Shorai battery fitment which helped my choose the larger 18A1. I run a few accessories and need the extra CCA for colder WI riding. I included some side by side pics since I couldn't find any in my searching. Very impressed with the overall packaging.
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Came with a lot of sticky sided foam to ensure a perfect fit.
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A few side by sides. The two batteries are the same height and length. The Shorai is a little thinner. View attachment 165145 View attachment 165153 View attachment 165161 View attachment 165169 View attachment 165177
I'm thinking about getting a shorai what's with this fitting thing I've been reading lately?
 
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My Gilles Variobar clip on set up.
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This thread addresses the RhinoMoto bar ends and CRG Arrow mirrors:

http://www.triumph675.net/forum/showthread.php?t=128009

I went with the CRG SC2 clutch perch to match the RC2 brake lever. In order for it to work you need to buy a new clutch switch and wire it in.

The part numbers are on the CRG website, but I'll put them up here too. I went to bikebandit.com for these parts. Ordered them both and they are exactly the same part. Same manufacturer stamp and all.
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Honda PN: 35335-MCJ-751

Yamaha PN: 4XV-82917-01
 
#29 ·
EXCITED!!! I dropped off a few pieces to get hydro-dipped at a local shop a few weeks back. I finally got an email today saying my pieces will be ready for pick-up on Monday! All that's left is buffing the clear coat.

All parts hydro-dipped in carbon fiber pattern with a black base coat: Radiator infill panels, top triple clamp, and battery tray w/ smaller exhaust attachment.

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I will post some better finished photos once I pick these up on Monday.
 
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As far as the rim tape width goes... idea: :idea:

If you want to take the time, do each side of the bike with a different thickness tape. Take a few photos or even better, have a bud take a short video at slow speed. This way you can see what they look like in motion as most others will see the bike. :whistle:
 
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