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Old 04-18-2009, 09:32 AM
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I am trying to figure out what year r1 throttle tube I need for my 01 Gixxer 600 and how hard is this mod to do?
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Default Re: R1 throttle tube mod

not sure what year, but it should be as simple as pulling out the old tube and putting in the new. The only real difference is the diameter of the tube where the cables ride. It changes the ratio of twist at the grip to opening of the intake butterflies.
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i have 1, $10
if it doesnt fit, i'll give you your money back
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Old 04-18-2009, 11:16 AM
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Default Re: R1 throttle tube mod

Originally Posted by skr00zloose
not sure what year, but it should be as simple as pulling out the old tube and putting in the new. The only real difference is the diameter of the tube where the cables ride. It changes the ratio of twist at the grip to opening of the intake butterflies.
would I need to do any adjusting to the cables?
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Originally Posted by jbstewart02
would I need to do any adjusting to the cables?
this isnt a gsxr story but i did this to my F4i just had to do a little triming took no time to do and was well worth it didnt have to regrip to get WOT after install

anyway heres a link to a DIY write up for the gsxr to R1 TT mod tells u everything u need to know step by step for your gsxr

Gsx-R D.I.Y. R1 Throttle Tube Modification
http://www.gixxer-forum.net/forum/showthread.php?t=6576
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Originally Posted by radiaki11
this isnt a gsxr story but i did this to my F4i just had to do a little triming took no time to do and was well worth it didnt have to regrip to get WOT after install

anyway heres a link to a DIY write up for the gsxr to R1 TT mod tells u everything u need to know step by step for your gsxr

Gsx-R D.I.Y. R1 Throttle Tube Modification
http://www.gixxer-forum.net/forum/showthread.php?t=6576
Thanks and +1
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np man and trust me the mod is worth it ,its very nice to go WOT in one twist of the hand and not have to regrip lol
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Default Re: R1 throttle tube mod

Originally Posted by radiaki11
np man and trust me the mod is worth it ,its very nice to go WOT in one twist of the hand and not have to regrip lol
Agree, nice mod
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Did love it and thanks to all +1 on your rep
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