| IMAGE | MODIFICATION | TYPE | PURPOSE |
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Super Bright LEDs
LED Lights 2010/06/01 |
Electrical | To enhance safety and free up a few precious watts of power, we swapped all turn, run, brake, and indicator bulbs with LEDs. To make the center brake light even brighter, the inside bottom of the housing was painted reflective, and a a separate license plate lamp was installed. |
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Küryakyn
Turn/Run/Brake Control Module 2010/06/01 |
Electrical | To enhance safety and prepare for the LED lighting that was also installed at the same time, a control module was installed. This module performs three functions: one, to flash the brake light a few times before staying solid-on; two, to light up the blinkers at half-brightness as running lights, and finally, to make the rear blinkers act as brake lights. |
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Fog Lamp 2010/05/01 |
Electrical | Part 2 of upgrading forward illumination is a 55w halogen fog/driving lamp. To keep it simple, it is wired to be on when the OEM headlamp switch is set to high beam. Its location also blocks some air from going under the windscreen and hitting the rider, further improving aerodynamics. | |
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HID Headlamp 2010/04/01 XtraLights p/n XK-H4-MOTOCYL |
Electrical | The OEM headlight on the Eliminator isn't very bright, even on high (60w). Safety and visibility will be improved wtih a two-part solution. Step one is replacing the OEM headlamp with a high-intensity-discharge kit. Step two will involve adding a high beam driving light, so both lights can be on at the same time for added visibility. While the HID bulb draws only 35w, it generates brighter and crisper light than its 55w halogen counterpart. | |
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Deyeme Racing Midsection Aero Shield 2009/12/01 DMR p/n BN125MAS |
Body and Frame | Without fairings, the Eliminator still lacks quite a bit in the rider protection and aerodynamics departments. These midsection aero shields help the front-end aerodynamics, and protect the rider from wind and road hazards. Construction is aluminum sheet, and they are attached with alloy rubber-cushioned p-clips for light weight and an attractive, finished look. |
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SlipStreamer Windscreen 2009/11/01 SlipStreamer p/n SS-28 |
Body and Frame | A windscreen of some kind is necessary on this bike to enhance it's three-season usage and improve aerodynamics. This model was chosen because it has a design that also protects the hands. Despite being told it would fit on the JCWhitney website, it still required some modification. It was still a worthwhile investment, and necessary for our goals, but we'll be keeping an eye out for one that fits better. |
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Deyeme Racing Front Engine Brackets 2009/10/01 DMR p/n BN125FMM |
Body and Frame | Another place we found heavy steel that could be replaced by aluminum is in the front engine mounting brackets. Our brackets are cut from 6061-T6 alumium billet, so they offer greater rigidity, but at a lighter weight. The brush finish is also more attractive than the black paint on the original parts, which would someday be chipped and rusty. The brackets are complimented with titanium fasteners to further reduce weight. |
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PMP Rear Drive Sprocket, 42T 2009/09/01 PMP p/n K002 C/428 |
Drivetrain | The original top speed of the Eliminator 125 is 62mph, with a 46T rear sprocket as standard equipment. By swapping the rear sprocket to a "taller" ratio (smaller rear sprocket), the top speed potential is increased. Engine speed in top gear at 60mph was reduced by about 800rpm, raising the potential top speed from 65mph to 75mph. In order to actually raise the top speed, aerodynamic, power, and weight reduction mods will follow. |
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Deyeme Racing Rear Brake Torque Rod 2009/09/01 |
Brake and Suspension | We replaced the original equipment steel torque rod with one of our own design while swapping the rear sprocket. The new torque rod is stronger, lighter, and will never rust, being constructed of billet 6061-T6 aluminum alloy, and brush-finished. |