Author Topic: Mods for 2005 1200. (Read 5877 times)

rorym · « **on:** August 16, 2005, 08:13:52 PM »

I am looking at a 2005 Bandit 1200 and reading all the stuff here is a real eye opener on mods. I understand the main mods are pipe,Jet kit, GSXR cams and this lifts top end but I am told by a local tuner on his dyno the midrange torque was unaffected. Is this the case and what other MINOR mods should I look at to make it grunty and tractable.
Thanks in advance.
Rory

ray nielsen · « **Reply #1 on:** August 16, 2005, 08:34:05 PM »

I loved my 2003 from the get go. Plenty of power and lots of mid range, but a slight stumble just off idle.

Removing the carbs and the mixture screw plugs allowed me to turn them out a half turn -- no more stumble.

A Scorpion slip-on exhaust added a bit of rumble to the exhaust note and maybe a HP or two at the most.

Lots of smooth power now with very good mid-range grunt and the abiliity to cruise at 100 MPH effortlessly. I don't do that, but once I did and then for only a minute or so, but it was easy.

My old eyes and nerves wouldn't allow it for long.

tacoman · « **Reply #2 on:** August 17, 2005, 01:56:59 PM »

Start with a holeshot jetting kit and a pipe. These are easy, do-it-yourself mods and don't require huge amounts of $$ (depending on what type of exhaust you get). I would ride with this for awhile, I think you'll be happy. Changing cams, etc. is a lot tougher and probably a bit beyond what the do it yourselfer may want to attempt. Use the money for a good set of sport touring tires.

buggyho · « **Reply #3 on:** August 17, 2005, 03:18:55 PM »

After about 5,000 miles you might want to upgrade the suspension. I put a set of Race tech springs and gold valves in the front and a Fox Twin Clicker in the back and it made all the differnce in the world as far as handling.

rorym · « **Reply #4 on:** August 20, 2005, 08:30:19 AM »

I am dumping the Triumph Daytona/Speed Triple conversion because it is just way to bloody out there! I dont need 150Hp hyper bike at 50 y.o. and the missus hates being on the back as she is sitting up on a pedestal like a pox doctor clerk! (Sorry to the Yanks, an aussie saying) I am looking at Ivan jet kit, it has a Leo Vinci slip on already, down 3 teeth on the rear, gold valves on the front springs and a Fox or something on the rear. Did I miss anything for a good torquey sprinter that lifts the front wheel at will?
Rory
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2005B12S · « **Reply #5 on:** August 20, 2005, 02:21:02 PM »

If you want a "torquey sprinter that lifts the front end at will" buy a TL1000. There is nothing else that fits that statement better.
Ride On, Ed.

Red01 · « **Reply #6 on:** August 20, 2005, 03:15:04 PM »

But a TL isn't nearly as comfortable as a B12...

Bazza · « **Reply #7 on:** September 13, 2005, 10:18:02 PM »

From the British bike magazine "Bike"

Used Bike Guide

Suzuki TL1000S
1997-2001 ***
Price $2950-4450 (British Pounds)
Top Speed 145 MPH
Insurance NU15
Spec 996 cc, V2, 107 bhp
Why buy? Go one we dare you! Tank slappers, wheelies and cracking frames. Later bikes more docile.

LOL, I just always liked this review

2005B12S · « **Reply #8 on:** September 16, 2005, 11:26:57 AM »

That's because the Brit's are used to ridding slow, crappy Norton's and Triumph's. It is not a novice machine.

The TL was definately a handfull- 55in wheelbase, 425lbs, and 100+ hp in a torquey V-twin config with a high, rearward CG.
I would not have rode mine with the steering damper, it is absolutely essential. I saw 135mph once at the top of 4th gear-6 speed- and that was fast enough for me.

I'll say this, it would absolutely suck the side covers off my jetted, Yosh pipe equipted 2005 B12.

I never saw any frame damage, but I did not stunt it as most people do. It offered max bang for the buck and was a blast to ride. I kinda wish I had not sold it.

Wheelie On, Ed

2005 GSF1200SZ
1983 GS750ED