Three Power Mods To Start And Finish With | Ninja 300
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 14 ก.ย. 2016
- A common question I hear is where to start with power mods. How can I get more power out of my bike. If I change one thing do I need to change another. Here are three simple power mods that will change your motorcycle forever.
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Love your videos bro. Just want to point out a few things about peromance mods on the 300. Firstly, a slip on exhaust will not add any power to the ninja, it will only change the aound. Reason being is the cat and all other emissions controlling devices are located in the stock headers. Therefore, if you want to get added performance from an exhaust you will need to replace both the headers and the can. If you only add a slip on you DO NOT need a power commander/juice box/ecu flash, even with the k&n airfilter. Once you put a full system on you WILL need a power commander as it will cause the bike to run lean, meaning that there is to much air to fuel, this can cause your bike to run really hot and can damage your engine. This is because the stock fuel map on the ecu is set to limot fuel for emissions purposes. A power commander with the proper fuel map will compensate for this by injecting more fuel into the mixture. All in all you were pretty spot on in your explanation, just thought I would clarify a few things.
Thanks dude. Very informative. Great input.
If we're not careful, we can spend more money on mods than our bikes are worth. Enjoyed the video. 🙂
Haha, yeah. I think Moto recently did a build where mods had the same value as the bike new. It is a pretty easy thing to do. But is money really an object when it comes to creating the perfect bike? ;)
If we are talking about approx $800-900 to make the 300 get ninja 400 kinds of power, that seems reasonable vs selling and swapping.
(at current used prices in WA, after selling the 300 to get a 400, difference of $1,500 plus taxes, so almost $2,000 to upgrade from a ninja 300 to 400. I could almost get another used bike for that or get a few upgrades to keep the smiles up)
Hey TLR, man I'm enjoying your channel. Seeing you ride has brought back a lot of memories that other channels haven't. I used to ride back in the 80's but quit after a nasty crash. Watching your videos has reminded me of the simple joy of riding. I'm looking at bikes and am leaning towards the 300 or 600 (I'm a big guy so leaning more towards the heavier bike). My bike in the 80's was a Kawasaki LTD and was a bit too lite. Keep up the good work and helpful reviews.
He doesn’t make videos anymore fortunatelyz
When a bike runs lean, it usually makes a bit more power but it also runs easy hotter and that causes internal damage
A dyno or dynamometer does not tune your engine, a computer program does that which is typically run off of a laptop controlled by a professional tuner. A dyno is not neccessary for tuning any engine, its function is to show you horsepower and torque figures and to show what your power curve looks like... not hating on anyone, just trying to spread correct information... also if you change your intake or/and your exhaust you HAVE to get a tune in order to get any power gain which an off the shelf power commander tune will work decent enough for you just get the correct tune for your exact mods
This guy is just so wholesome and sweet omg 💜
the best power upgrade you can get for a 300cc bike is to buy a 600cc bike
Hahaha, best comment of the day. Thanks man. Love it. Hahaha, You got me rolling.
ThisLifeRiding do you plan on sticking with the 300 for a while?
Yes. My goal is to eventually hit 100k miles. I will probably get additional bikes but the Ninja 300 will stay my main rider for the forceable future.
well im starting to look for one 300 myself, let me tell you why
hello my name is Ragimund and i have a problem, i have a honda 4 cyl addiction and i have to put it under control
the thing is, if only the little 300 was just a tad 'hotter' if only it could rev up to 15 000...i would already be up on one
its already awsome, almost there...i need the 'zing' to keep my weaning working correctly, i need to be able to go all out but without outrageous speed, and the 300 give that, i would just like a tiny little bit more zing at high rpm and a 15k red line to make me 100% happy
im so tired of people wanting 'smooth powerband' on those kind of bike...the market always like to pander to idiots and cretins instead of the people who really love bikes
Mike T buy you can pin it through every gear without breaking the law on a 600 haha
Yup the first thing that changed on my ninja was the exhaust followed by going two up on the rear sprocket, short levers, a double bubble and mirror extenders 💙💜
Nice man, good set of mods.
If your in Mesa and ever wanna do a small group ride let me know!! Thinking about getting this bike tomorrow!
"Alma school, I'll go on Alma school."
1 min later: "how did I get in a school zone??"
If you're not following the video, this was a bit surprising!
Haha, Alma School is a street. What you don't know, is I turned three times after mentioning Alma School. But yes, very funny.
Great Informational video!
Thanks man.
I like this video you have some good points but can I mention something. You forgot to mention that those high flow air filter have to get cleaned and inspected sooner then shock filters. And if you live in desert or find sand areas I wouldn't recommend those.
Enjoying your vids sir! Love my Kawasaki 300, great bikes 😎
+Chris16Bit
Hey, thanks man.
How do you dino tune your bike then? I don't wanna spend 500 on a power commander..
couple questions:
Is it worth it to get a custom exhaust system as opposed to a slip-on? I mean, I've heard it may not add much HP, but would it sound and look cooler? I'm thinking maybe a custom exhaust could come up under the seat? I'd much prefer that over the exhaust on the side.
Are them GoPro's newer models? I don't know much about them, but thought of recording some of my rides.
Awesome video bro, hey got a question if anyone can help, I bought a 2016 ninja 300 a couple months ago only 800 miles on it.. when I ride especially when I run it for a bit when I’m stopped I can hear an ever so lightly noise where it’s going up and down I don’t wanna say an idle problem it’s like it’s breathing lol it may just be normal, this is my first bike 😂
Is that a Bilt jacket? I think i have the same one.
This dude sounds like he should work at RadioShack
Great video, as always! a couple questions. I'm looking to get an aftermarket exhaust soon but I do t have to much money right now. I literally drilled holes in my spare stock exhaust, don't know if you saw that the other day lol. Do you know of a good slip on that's pretty cheap, or should I just save up? Also, what kind of decals are you looking for? like custom decals or?
+Tristen Hogue
I would say, if you plan on keeping the bike for a while, save up and get the one you want. If you only plan to keep it for another year or so, a less expensive exhaust may be a good idea. Do take the value of the bike into consideration. No reason to spend a grand on an exhaust when the bike is only worth 1500.
As for decals, a lot of motovloggers have decals for their channel and whatnot. Same with brands. Decals are a pretty common thing to trade and pass around. I figure if anyone wants to send me a sticker or decal I will display it for them. Plus, it will add a little spice to the bike. After I made this video, I was thinking I might add them to the side panels under the seat as well. Could give the bike a pretty interesting looks.
I am late in commenting 😐 You are gonna cost me so much money making me want those mods. I wish I had a decal to give you. Maybe one day.
I will be patiently awaiting your future decals. :)
The 300 in EFI. It's not going to need dyno'd after doing a can and air filter change or need a power commander. There's not a big enough change on the engine for the ECM to not know what to do.
pc are not the same as dyno tuning, they do change the air fuel ratios but they are only pre-set ones that are not made for your bike with your mods, dyno all the way ;)
Bro I live in Gilbert AZ! We should meet up!
Thankz
have you ever been Flippin hog's in Apache Junction they seem to have pretty good deals on bikes
Installation of power commander then top speed ??
You don't make more power you just change the throttle curve. But it is still worth it.
in mesa? nice. just got a 300 and am in downtown phoenix
+Eleazar Leija (El)
Sweet dude. Congratulations!
Can you link the mods in the description. I want to install the air filter on my ninja 2014 300. Also are the $10 ones the same as the $50 one? Except it’s reusable
XxS1l3nTxa1Mx noooo the $10 ones are the normal stock ones and the $50 ones are after market better flowing and reusable ones. Such as K&N air filters 🔥
you are such a class act :)
Haha, thank you?
it was meant for a compliment :(
Haha, I figured. ;)
I've heard that when you replace your air filter the information coming in with the air pressure sensor will adjust the mixture accordingly. Any thoughts on this?
I've replaced both and have much better throttle response doesn't seem like it is running lean
*These aren't closed-loop feedback checking with oxygen & adjusting,* like a car or more expensive bike would. These are given a quick factory tune/map to rough match the stock setup.
When you replace the air filter, as an example, you will get better throttle response, but it will run more lean. (Note: I would do this before the exhaust, unless you really care about sound).
Just replacing either an air filter/snorkel delete or just the exhaust is not too much change in airflow, so _probably_ ok.
But airflow is a stacking issue: if you have one restriction, *lessening the other restrictions helps a bit, but it's still mostly controlled by the worst restriction.*
But if you remove both worst restrictions, they play off each other and make a much bigger difference than individually. 1+1= 3...
And in so doing, now you are way out of the stock airflow range and dangerously lean (and losing power and responsiveness for running excessively lean & hot).
PS. even for a 90's corolla, an air filter was a noticeable improvement. If a couple thousand pound hunk of metal with only a few percent difference in power is noticeable, it's going to be noticeable on a bike.
For comparison, the stock ninja 300 vs ninja 400 is 5.8hp difference. *Do you think you'd notice the difference between hopping on a ninja 300 and a ninja 400?* I sure would.
And price point comparison: if you already have a ninja 300, is it worth trying to buy a ninja 400... if you can get ninja 400 kinds of power from about $800 worth of parts? (plus consider sales tax if swapping bikes in WA, like me)
And for that, the ninja 300 probably actually get better gas mileage (depends on how far you go with increasing airflow, but simply retuning to be less lean from stock with or without other mods is an efficiency improvement)
I'm looking at buying a 2017 ninja 300 but the acceleration is a little slow from what I been seeing. what would I need to get to increase the acceleration besides buying a bigger bike
check the sprocket ratios, it can make a bit of difference with low end torque
How do you deal with the back pain ? I have a ninja 300 and I put 300 ish miles in 2 days and my back hurts
Brotha driving 150 miles a day would hurt your back in a vehicle too 😂. Don’t worry
I'm a noob just got my first Street bike and yes it's a ninja 250 r 2009 first year they made the R the EX SE
please help me with mods that would help me from either dropping it mean and over I like to get those kind of bars on the side I would also like to get it a little lighter if possible which you didn't that heavy but what a little more than I thought anybody's got anything on mufflers all the stuff that was on here today that can help me out I'm new to the whole support bike seen and. I'm not a shame to say that I need help please help I need to get some kind of race clutches after pull my all the way back out to get some kind of back break where they can put it up there with the front brake dude to a medical issue doesn't prove it me from riding the bike though only makes me sometimes right the break it don't like that some wood like to move it is that possible I have wires leading where I had lead lights underneath it one I first got it that switch is out or that lights are out should I say has to be rewired any you know any recommendation should I wrap the bike should I get it painted should I get new plastics should I fix it up enough to wear is safe and awesome and then sell it or should I try to sue this guy for selling me a bike that he knew had issues they're not that bad is just if I don't replace the front forks the gaskets the handlebars and I'm sure all the levers sucks please help please help please help email me at. truheights30.cl@gmail.com
Good info. Unfortunately my bike is all stock right now. Lol.
Haha, everyone starts that way. Give it time, you will have it modded out in no time.
I am getting a 2014 ninja 300 I Road one and I automatically fail in love with it it is a great bike thanks for the tips
Are u still accepting decals from viewers?
I'm probably gonna upgrade to a bigger bike and give my ninja 300 to my girlfriend she seems to have some interest in riding I feel like a 08+ gsxr would be ideal with the 3 different power modes that the gsxr has. I went with a Danmoto GP exhaust for my 300 it's less for power and more for sound it's loud and I feel it's safer because the ninja 300 oem exhaust is pretty quiet
Yeah, I like the idea of loud exhausts. Safer for us.
danmoto gp exhaust backfires sounds pretty awesome lol I love yoshmura but I just couldn't afford it and needed something louder
I'd say the exhaust is for sound and the air filter doesn't do anything. I doubt that big piece of foam is restrictive at all. And as far as exhaust, a lot of big bikes have 2 exhaust outlets that are each the same diameter as the outlet on the 300, but those bikes are making 110-160 hp. That tells you right there that the stock exhaust on the 300 is probably good for 50-60 hp. Most of that stuff is just hype, same with cars. My old Integra made 165 whp thru a single 1-5/8" pipe. Went to bigger exhaust and no increase on the dyno. The one thing worthwhile is tuning. Not a power commander, actual direct tuning of the ecm because they can adjust the fuel and ignition maps but also the air valves behind the throttle bodies that are controlled by the computer. I personally don't like the slow rev off idle and the slow response when sitting at like 7k rpm in gear and you wack the throttle. All of that is due to those air valves and it can be changed with tuning. im on the lookout for a tuner in phx that knows what they are doing with these 300s
gtdrummerdude not all bikes are the same. Modern vehicles have flow restrictions built into the exhaust and/or air box to stop someone from switching their exhaust out and gaining 50 hp and trashing any idea of clean running vehicles
Restricting air flow and having clean emissions are two separate things. Unrelated. I have a degree in automotive technology. The Ninja 300 has a second set of butterflies behind the main butterflies inside the throttle body. The ecm controls them to smooth power delivery and make lower gears smoother. The best thing for these bikes is to have a direct ecm tune not a piggyback power commander tune. With a direct tune the tuner can change the throttle valve maps.
Content good stickers a little light.
I have a question, In every motovlog Iv'e seen all the riders keep opening and closing the face shield on their helmet, What is the purpose of this? is it to cool down or just to make the sound better?
It is to cool down. The venting on a motorcycle only works when you are moving. So most people will open and close their visors. We open as they slow down to stop and close them as they accelerate to assure proper cooling.
My visor fogs up when I'm sitting at a stop light with the shield closed
I have no idea what you just said, lol, just kidding! I'm glad my bike is old cause all this new computerized stuff confuses the heck out of me! Great video!
Haha, yeah. Unfortunately, this particular trifecta of mods is specific to fuel injected bikes. Doesn't help much with your carbonated beasts.
carbonated lmao lol
I know you've only been riding for a few years, but have you ever thought about going to a racetrack any day soon? I presume a 300 probably wouldn't be a great track bike, but if you ever were to upgrade would you race? I really want to race some day, my mother says it's too scary, but hey, it's my life and I'll be an adult by then. Love your videos, I'm likely going to get a Ninja 300 when I can get my license, it's good to watch someone ride it so I can see and not hear what it's like.
I would love to do it someday but it is pretty expensive. Sooner, if I get a sponsored day, but if not, it is going to be a while.
ThisLifeRiding I definitely understand that. I think because it is a dream of mine despite the cost some day I will just throw in the cash and do it for a day. I think it would be an AMAZING experience.
+Arctic Gaming
Yeah, no joke. It is something I would really like to do at least once or twice.
TLR, what state are you in? I'm looking for fellow Ninja 300 riders to meet up with.
Arizona, unfortunately, I just have much time to ride now though. Thanks for the offer man.
Well... It looks like sending you my "TheOnly PUG" bikini stickers are out of the picture. ;) Great video, as always.
Haha, thanks man.
might say a new crank shaft or bigger fuel jets or lighter fly wheel
+ten thousand
Sure.
You can get an Area-P tuner for half the price, and it does the same thing as the Power Commander.
Hmm, really? I will have to check that out.
Yep! Probably going to get one for mine.
Nice man.
Hey im in mesa too
What tail bag do you have and how much did it cost you
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Did I buy your ninja 300?
High flow air filter=engine wear
"no sexy stuff" lol i don't know why i found that so funny
+Juliana Kolb
Got to keep it clean. Only way to stay classy. ;)
haha i think its awesome that you stay respectable. I mean like yummyr6(whom i do love dearly) just kinda screams cuss words which is funny at times buts its nice to have something different :)
+Juliana Kolb
I think I'll stay as family friendly as I can. I'm sure I won't be perfect at it but hey. Figure I might as well make the world a little bit better one video at a time. Thanks Juliana, You Rock!
You should get TLR and This Life Riding water proof decals made up and sell them or do a give away after every video where someone wins one
I hope to have those made up some time here in the next few months.
I think those will sell real well Ik me and a couple of my freinds would love to buy some for our motorcycles
+Nicholas Gardner
Haha, cool. Good to know. I'll let you know when I have them made.
ty for the info, its just that that $500 dollars is so off putting considering the bike is so cheap 2nd hand :(
BTW how's insurance on that thing?
Yeah, I hear that. If it didn't cost so much, I would have done it a long time ago. Insurance is going to be different from region to region, company to company, and person to person. But, for me, it is in the ball park of 80 bucks a month with full coverage.
+ThisLifeRiding Wow!! Who do you have? I live in AZ too and am planning on getting a bike but all the quotes I'm gettin are insane!!
If you are under 24, and/or have a supersport, your insurance is going to be pretty crazy. When Jake first got a black R6, his insurance was a grand a month. My insurance is inexpensive because I have a small bike, good driving record, and am over 24.
+ThisLifeRiding I have a bit of riding experience and was looking into something with just a twin cylinder like a Ninja 650. Ahh guess that clears things up, I'm only 20. Well that sucks haha.. thanks for the quick reply!
+Crusades
No problem man. Hope you find something that works for you. Dat Ninja 650 tho...
it s the ninja 300 an reliable bike?
Nah, it will probably blow up.
Extremely. It's known as the bike version of the Toyota Camry
Is it possible To tune it To like 45-50 hp ? :)
Don't know. Haven't tried yet. Certainly would be interesting to see if you could.
ThisLifeRiding thx for replying:) new subscriber now
Cool man. Welcome to the family.
ThisLifeRiding :)
Check out spacepod! He had a 300 that he got up to I think 40hp!
what's your maintenance costs, on the real.
I stopped trying to answer that question a while back. Pricing of shops and materials swing widely from region to region. Take a peak at the owners manual and call up your local shop for estimates. Take into account the rate you rack up miles and it should be pretty easy for you to find for your region. Hope that helps man.
Sprocket first. Then waste money then 600cc bike lol why upgrade a 300cc?
sound makes you think your faster
I like the bags but makes my ninja look ugly lol
very informative. gave it a thumbs up.
Thanks man.
*you can reoil the stock air filter of a ninja 300*
+Blue Moto
Hmm, thanks for the info.
nw :) I saw your vid about the mechanic trying to sell you new tyres, etc and it reminded me of the salesman who tried to sell me a $100+ air filter cos "u can't reuse the stock air filter" haha
Haha, yep.
Wouldn't it be better to buy a 600 instead of modding a 300
My problem is not being able to makeup my mind. There's so many mods I want to do to my Ninja, and I want to keep it because it's a comfortable bike for commuting and light enough and quick enough to have fun in twisty roads. However, whenever I get passed by a super sport, I cum in my pants. I'm thinking instead of paying for all the mods, I'll put it towards a 2nd bike, but I really like my 300 and as the name implies, I'm a noob. I've had my bike over a year now, got over 5,000 miles on it, so I feel I'm ready for another bike, but I think - if I can afford it - I'll own 2 bikes and still mod out my 300. The indecision is killing me. I suppose if I were rich, I wouldn't have debated this for the past 6 months. Right now I can barely afford the payments on my 300 and insurance on a 600rr will be about as much as my payments are on my 300 now, so at this time, I can't afford a 600. Which is why I'm leaning towards mods for my bike. Hotbodies, projector headlights, wider mirrors, tires, these are a few of my favorite things. oh my.
Construction, school zone, then an accident scene... wut lol
when i will buy a 125cc i will make sure it is equal tuned to a 300cc :p so on it still will be 15Hp :p legal for A1 let us say :p
I couldn't do that to myself, 125 is simply too small for bigger roads. I just decided to wait till i turn 19 to get my A2, then hop on a ninja 300 like maboi TLR here (or i MIGHT fork out for a brand new cbr250rr when it comes out, coz that bike looks like nothing else). A 300 is enough, especially in london :D
KillerByte nice hehe :D but A license is to expensive atm so i just need to pay few euros and take a 4 hour drive lesson and i get a 372 code on my B license to ride a 125cc with max 15 :( so my first bike will be a mt125
Mario x Jolien haha i understand :( that mt125 is lovely tho! Good choice
Dude, I wish I had started on a 125. Those little bikes are the best. I want one so bad.
ThisLifeRiding why don't safe for one ? :p
the power commander for a 300cc is $300
not being a goof or internet troll butttt...any vehicle, car, bike truck the very first mod should ALWAYS be an engine management system. in anything semi new the ECU etc is mapped very poorly from factory. Adding the Commander or Accessport or whatever will release extra HP right off the bat and usually better gas mileage etc. You also get a good baseline of what truly your machine runs at. Then you add mods and use OTS maps or custom ones...the simple idea is no mods till you can exploit the said mods properly and safely. In a common vehicle most OTS maps are fine custom dyno tune really is for tweakers or those who do really deep mods
also awesome vids dood
Thanks for the input.
Four: Install a shifter.
+Siloé Reb
Is that a power mod?
For use it!
Siloé Reb don't worry TLR, this ones just a little dumb. He doesn't understand
No, he obviously just doesn't have great English, which isn't his fault.
No, it's not a power mod but why do you want more power? More speed. And it is a speed mod.
Guys he means a quick shifter- less time between gears means more power down on the road!
What up with the gay windshield.
Its gay
In a video about the three best POWER mods you can add, you admit that you’ve never seen results that show an aftermarket exhaust adding HORSEPOWER to your bike. I’m sick of these videos that bait you with the title and can’t deliver when they’re played.
I swear if he says exhaust, power commander, and air filter
Hahaha, what can I say. ;)
nos, turbos, and big bore kits
Haha, well, I guess that is another option.
I think the options in this video are the best options for the majority of riders and the options you suggest are more for advanced riders. Not advances as in, skill, but advanced as in, know what to expect from such mods and the risks involved. Perhaps people who can deal with the risks if something goes wrong.
Oh god, you are totally unqualified to make comments on these things! You clearly don't know what you are talking about! You'd better talk about wether white fairing looks better or green, not these stuff!
... the ECU, "which I guess is the computer of the bike", ...
Seriously?
And the thing you are referring to as "exhaust" is just a muffler, not the whole exhaust! It only changes the sound and nothing else! Most of the time the decibels of the aftermarket ones are way out of the legal range.