Hi guys Not too sure what to do. It's a bit of a dilemma, however it's a nice one to have. Should I keep my standard 1199 ABS or trade it in and upgrade it for a used 1199s? I bought my 1199 from my local dealer with 120 miles on the clock for a belter of a price (almost 4k off list price) and it's basically brand new. Or I keep the 1199 and modify to the same 'S' standard over the years (proper Ohlins suspension, BST' etc) Iv already started the modding with the purchase of a full Termi system. Just after opinions etc
I think the mod route is the way forward. I would be able to build the bike to my exact spec. Much more fun that way too Was swaying toward this way of thinking. Just wanted a few opinions. Thanks guys
The reason I know the bike has a big thing. I think modding the bike over a few years will defo be a bit more cost effective . Although iv still got to weigh things up a bit
Deffo mod yours!!!!! 1) Ohlins rear TTX shock set up for u 2) OZ Wheels, BST maybe but is the weight saving of carbon worth £1000 extra when standard forged OZ'a will still save a ton! 3) engine custom remap. I'm sure then it will be awesome!
I'd go with that. The stock front forks are fine for the road. Rear shocks a little naff (im quite a big lad) Haven't seen the OZ wheels yet. I'll time a look. Does anyone know if mag wheels from a 1098 etc would fit?
I didn't put Termignoni's on the list because OBV u already have those? What about some LED lights off the 's' but in honesty I think that's all I would do!
1098 wheels will fit BUT you will need a spacer kit to make the front work. OZ make a kit which includes all the necessary parts for about £180.00 Go the Ohlins front FGRT route and the TTX rear and add a Ohlins steering damper to make it better than an S LED headlights will be a bit of a nightmare and involves a new loom so i`d avoid that route is I was you!
Perfect. I'll go shock next, then some wheels. Once these bits are done, I'll have a look at some forks. War thinking a cart kit would be more cost effective as the FGRT forks are mega monies!!
Plus it will be really special and 'yours'! I was half joking about the LED lights btw but the rear shock is the starting point for me.
Know what you mean about the LEDs. They do look good and I would like them lol. Iv seen a shock for sale, but after just buying the full system, I'm gonna have to leave it a while or the wife will go mental lol.
Only other thing to consider is come resale time. Will a stock S maintain more value than a modded base? Sure you can strip all the bling off but there is a time/cost in that as well.
