I swapped out the standard battery for a Lithium on my RC390, certainly one of the best weight saving moves ever. Instantly noticeable on the handling as was the removal of the stock exhaust!
Wow! With weight savings like that the difference in responsiveness and performance, especially to an overweight, sluggish H2, must be phenomenal!! Looking forward to the video of you on the H2 using all the extra power you’ve gained?! The streets of Sussex are quaking in anticipation! I’m glad my mate recommended watching this, he said it was hilarious, Excellent video , I like a bit of accidental silliness !
The lithium battery is an easy one. I've done that already. Other than that, the cheapest option is to remove stuff. For a dual-purpose bike, which is mainly for off-road use, you can remove unnecessary lights and mirrors. Cost is zero. You can always put them back on. Where I live in Mongolia, the police turn a blind eye to dirt bikes so they can be stripped to the essentials. I'd probably only save about 5kg but that's about 4% of the bikes weight since it's light - I'm referring to a Yamaha WR250R (dual purpose, street legal). I'm already skinny so I can't save much there but my main concern is lifting it up after the inevitable drops.
Love a good weight saving exercise although I reckon no more chocolates is the cheapest way lol. Silliness aside, most people seem to focus on the power first & forget about how beneficial weight saving is too. I was surprised about the battery, very interesting. Looking forward to the H2 mapping. Once you get it done can you also weigh the bike for power/weight comparison. Cheers.
I also have a lithium ion battery. I believe yours was something like 135 gpb . You can get those cheaper (lesser quality maybe). Mine was maybe 80 or 85 euro for over 2 kilos saved. And then I go to trackdays and end up at the gas station like every 2 sessions.
I fitted a Li-Po battery on my R6. Another cost to factor in was the cost of a new, Lithium battery compatible battery optimiser. Still a worthwhile weight saving but clearly the cost-per-gram was adversely affected. You'd need to add the cost of a torque wrench to the cost of the ti bolts too.
Best cost effective weight saving for me would be stop eating so much stuff. Definitely could lose a few kgs there. Battery was a interesting one. How reliable are they and can you use many of the popular battery tenders to maintain them, particularly over the winter months? Does your insurance company know of all your performance mods? Would be interested in how much they have put your premium up? Some companies won't even quote after some major upgrades.
Yes I do have a special charger but did manage on the lithium I had on the Super Duke and Beasty for years without one. Just discount the battery if your going to be parking up over the Winter. Insurance does increase of course with the mods, I include all the mods I currently have with my premium when I took it out. Carbon Wheels made the biggest difference on the GSXR to the insurance!
@@LambChopRides After a little research I found this - Can my OptiMate be used with Lithium / Lithium-Iron / LiFePO4 Batteries? We only recommend OptiMate Lithium chargers for Lithium batteries. These batteries are very different to lead-acid construction and have very different characteristics. OptiMate Lithium chargers have many special functions and features designed solely for Lithium batteries. Using an OptiMate Lithium charger will extend the life of your Lithium battery enormously. In certain circumstances, using a traditional lead-acid charger will cause damage to a Lithium battery hence we cannot recommend it. - Seems like it's not a good idea to put these Lithium batteries on regular maintenance chargers as I suspected. As I work away at months at a time keeping the battery ready without the hassle of removing from the bike is important to me. Funny how carbon wheels made such a big difference, guess it's the additional cost of them. I would of thought the power increases you have made would of set the insurance companies purse bells ringing far louder.
Thanks for all the hard work and the big $ spent. First thing I did on my SPD3R was a lithium battery it's mounted just above the fuel tank! Next I need to go on a diet.👍🇦🇺🍺
You dont need one, I have had 2 lithium batterys in the past and never had a charger for them and had zero issues with both. I do now however so will keep people posted on how it performs.
My Bikes has a lot carbon fiber on it and I love the look of this parts! The battery change is one of the best mods on the H2/H2R! Stay tuned mate Have a great weekend 👍
The best & cheapest way to save weight on any bike is to stay off the pies & do some exercise. When the rider is at their optimum weight, then by all means start reducing the weigh of components.
Nicely done, does the new battery take much looking after? To keep it fully changed. I remember in late 90s N Harga was told to lose weight and cut down on the cigarettes to boost his bikes performance😱 what a legend💪💪👍
Ive had two in the past, one on Beasty which was on their 3 years (without a single problem) And I also had one on the Super Duke for a year also without a single problem. I didnt even have a Lithium battery charger back then! Things they dont like is cold weather, so not ideal for a bike used throughout the Winter, also they dont like small current draw like alarms. So will need topping up if your bike has an alarm and sits for long periods unused.
The biggest savings in weight can be done in yourself, exhaust, battery and wheels ... in my opinion 👌 After every change you could calculate bhp/kg to see if you are getting somewhere with the changes done. Again a very nice informative vid, Chops! 👍😎🤙 Love the turn-around camera btw 😉 Life of a bolt must be hard, one way or another they’re getting ‘screwed’ 😂
👍 Battery is the first thing I did as they usually mounted high up just under the seat . can notice the difference just push the bike around . See you bought a charger for it .
I'd say, battery, lighter chain (results in quicker wear too though), and if you have the excess money, carbon wheels, are most meaningful, as two of those are rotating mass you might actually feel them. For trackriding, carbon wheels might be a bit too high in terms of cost potential in case of a crash :(
If it was just the bike with no passenger then it's effective,i.e. remote control cars etc but when a person's on it the best way is keep ur own weight down
Was wondering if it’s possible to weld two different brands of titanium exhaust together maybe I can pick your brain for a bit can’t wait for you next vid!!
Great video Chops! I was just as surprised by the lightness of my Shorai lithium battery when I got it. I've also got a full titanium exhaust on my 2009 Fireblade Repsol. I guess carbon wheels are next! Oh, and those views of the camera mounted on the ratchet extension were awesome!
Firstly 007, I find no end of joy in a tidy spreadsheet. Especially when it comes to modifying bikes. Watching this vlog allowed me to do my own comparisons, only I measured cost per smile instead of cost per gram. I calculate that watching you modify your bikes brings me 52 smiles at virtually no cost, except for my broadband expenses. Bottom line, A $0.012 or Aussie cents per smile watching you save weight. Lightening my own bike with carbon fibre, ti fasteners and exhaust costed me a whopping A $54 dollars per smile, several skinned knuckles and weeks of nasty scowls from my wife. It’s a no brainer Mr Bond. Thanks for helping wean me off my habit 🤓
Few mates and I bought the shido lithium Ltz14 on 2018 KTM super adventure 1290s. It was a disappointment as the bike started but kept dying and reporting a fuel pump failure. It did exactly the same on all 3 bikes. I'm sharing this should some other folk consider a shido for any post 2017 KTM 1290
Could you do a video in the future Chops about the pros and cons of Lithium batteries, talking about chargers, necessary modifications to battery terminals for example due to their smaller size. Ive now got a gen 1 Aprilia RSV1000 Mille and many say replacing the battery with a good strong battery can help avoid sprag clutch issues. Maybe Lithium is the way to go?
They come in the standard sizes, I just disconnect mine if I'm leaving the bike for ages (winter) and bring it indoors, I haven't ridden for over a month and it's started right up
Yes good idea, I will keep an update of any issues ive experienced with it. What they dont like is small current draw like alarms etc. I may discount the battery while the bike is stood up for the Winter. I do have a lithium charger and added a charge point as part of the install so could just stick it on charge every couple of weeks... But disconnecting it is probably the best way to preserve it over the Winter.
Love your vids Chops, my No1 (well since Boris on Bikes has gone AWOL) but a lot people give Lithium batteries 🔋 a bad rep, charging and not starting if it’s too cold. What are your thoughts LCR?
Thanks Richard, Ive had two in the past, one on Beasty which was on their 3 years (without a single problem) And I also had one on the Super Duke for a year also without a single problem. I didnt even have a Lithium battery charger back then! Things they dont like is cold weather, so not ideal for a bike used throughout the Winter, also they dont like small current draw like alarms. So will need topping up if your bike has an alarm and sits for long periods unused.
Is LTZ Shido's newer version or something, if you know? lol. Mine is the LTX, I was supposed to get the 10 really but mistakenly got the 9, still had no issues with it. It's smaller than the lead acid battery too, so I'd imagine a little more weight saved too at a cheaper price (under £50). But on your bikes you definitely need the higher capacity and higher CCA's.
By changing to a Lithium battery for a bike which was supposed to have lead acid, will it be safe? Will the bike over charge the Lithium battery. I would love to change mine but im not sure it is safe, wether it will over charge on longer journeys.
Great vid mate, really surprised at the results! Great work 😎 oh the H2 is gonna be a animal after the tune. Looking forward to seeing how you get on 😃👍
Interesting. The battery weight saving was a surprise. Might invest in one myself. Unfortunately, I doubt I'll get the full titanium system passed the missus...... :(
Easier said than done for some folks, look at Danillo Petrucci in GP. That guy is a mere shadow of himself and he still goes on about needing to lose weight. MotoGP needs to implement a combined rider/bike minimum weight like Moto2 and Moto3 already do.
Ace video LCR, I have to agree that lighter wheels def offers more than just the weight reduction to the whole bike. Some good options for shedding pounds for less £ :-)
@@LambChopRides Hehe, I'm always here, I just very rarely comment on videos! Also, been nice and busy (have a nosey at Royal Enfield social medias and the faired race bikes...)
Good question Sid, the Brock's is good and performs very well, slightly better than the Arrow system in the dyno tests we did. The Vandemon is also great though and they do systems for other bikes so check them out too. Not a big a range as others but quality systems at a reasonable price as I think the Oz exchange rate is very good.
Results do not surprise me at all, other than maybe that full CF is heavier than ABS plastic. Titanium bolts are a complete waste of money IMO. And considering the amount of magnesium/titanium (exhausts, mostly) that manufacturer's use in modern bikes, if it was worth it, they'd use them from the factory.
Depends on the quality Jack, the Shido is a quality bit of kit. Its also the exact same dimensions as the stocker and has the same terminals. Saves allot of agro with some others
Brilliant stuff - as ever - 'Chops. It was no great surprise that the LI Battery gave the biggest bang for the buck, but I've found they ain't without their issues v their weighty forebears. In my experience the LI jobs drain a lot quicker (thus needing regular charging); and I don't think you can leave 'em on a trickle-charge like you can can with the old tech. Perhaps your good self (or somebody else) can enlighten me? Every day's a school day, innit. 🙂
I'm looking to order about £1000 worth of carbon parts from motocomposites... dont suppose you have any discount codes through your page ?? Keep up the good content thanks
Everyone that's not a real gear head says lose weight , if your over weight then yes loose ten or twenty pounds otherwise cut bike weight . If your bike weighs 400 lbs and you weigh 180lbs and you get the bright idea to lose 150 pounds of body weight and your gonna be super fast on your bike cuz you only weigh 30 pounds well that's not gonna work to well cuz your bike still weighs 400 pounds! Find ways to drop 25 to 30 pounds off your bike and you will feel a difference.
Aside from fuel the rider is the heaviest thing to add to a bike, damn site cheaper to loose a couple of pounds yourself ( running is free) than it is to spend £200 on some bolts to save a few grams
Lamb Chop Rides I had to use my li trickle charger all the time in the cold (winter) also after a year or two my battery was toast couldn’t start after a week without the charger
There is Only one possible "best mod that removes weight". Remove the crap you don' need, like Passenger pegs and reflectors (if it's legal in your country). My 2019 MT-09 dropped at the very least 1.5kg and it cost me exactly nothing. on a 190kg bike, thats almost a percent free weight loss. (For MT-09 owners out there, check out "TwoWheelObsession"'s video on how to get a free replacement for the break fluid holder holder)
Thanks for posting. A big poop is not sustainable? Really? I figure that would be one thing you CAN depend on. Some folks have big poops at very well defined times of the day. :)
I remember when you first started this channel so mean years ago mate I watched every episode of the Honda build.im really happy your channel has grown so much all your hard work is paid off.iv just started my own TH-cam channel.good work mate 👍🏽
Ive added an Aliant Lithium Battery (700grams) to my 650 , instant difference , Stock exhast is Stupidly heavy too. You could get real anal & remove Bar Ends , Carbon Wheels etc Good shout out for Race Fastners , I need some bolts as mine are in need of a swap
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Best weight saving only half fill petrol tank 😀 doesn't cost a penny!
It's called going for a jog every now and then, it's free
Was looking for this one😂 i got the reverse problem. I go to the gym to often now i am 95 with abs and all! But fully agree
Cost effective mod.... diet & exercise with zero alcohol 🤔🤦♂️🤣
Yeah it actually generates profit too
But then you need new leathers!
Oooo yes i really want to cut out alcohol
I swapped out the standard battery for a Lithium on my RC390, certainly one of the best weight saving moves ever. Instantly noticeable on the handling as was the removal of the stock exhaust!
Wow! With weight savings like that the difference in responsiveness and performance, especially to an overweight, sluggish H2, must be phenomenal!! Looking forward to the video of you on the H2 using all the extra power you’ve gained?! The streets of Sussex are quaking in anticipation! I’m glad my mate recommended watching this, he said it was hilarious, Excellent video , I like a bit of accidental silliness !
The lithium battery is an easy one. I've done that already. Other than that, the cheapest option is to remove stuff. For a dual-purpose bike, which is mainly for off-road use, you can remove unnecessary lights and mirrors. Cost is zero. You can always put them back on. Where I live in Mongolia, the police turn a blind eye to dirt bikes so they can be stripped to the essentials. I'd probably only save about 5kg but that's about 4% of the bikes weight since it's light - I'm referring to a Yamaha WR250R (dual purpose, street legal). I'm already skinny so I can't save much there but my main concern is lifting it up after the inevitable drops.
Love a good weight saving exercise although I reckon no more chocolates is the cheapest way lol. Silliness aside, most people seem to focus on the power first & forget about how beneficial weight saving is too. I was surprised about the battery, very interesting. Looking forward to the H2 mapping. Once you get it done can you also weigh the bike for power/weight comparison. Cheers.
I also have a lithium ion battery. I believe yours was something like 135 gpb . You can get those cheaper (lesser quality maybe). Mine was maybe 80 or 85 euro for over 2 kilos saved. And then I go to trackdays and end up at the gas station like every 2 sessions.
I fitted a Li-Po battery on my R6. Another cost to factor in was the cost of a new, Lithium battery compatible battery optimiser.
Still a worthwhile weight saving but clearly the cost-per-gram was adversely affected. You'd need to add the cost of a torque wrench to the cost of the ti bolts too.
Now that your wallet's empty you should be the fastest thing out there.😄
Empty wallet saves even more weight 😆
Best cost effective weight saving for me would be stop eating so much stuff. Definitely could lose a few kgs there. Battery was a interesting one. How reliable are they and can you use many of the popular battery tenders to maintain them, particularly over the winter months? Does your insurance company know of all your performance mods? Would be interested in how much they have put your premium up? Some companies won't even quote after some major upgrades.
Yes I do have a special charger but did manage on the lithium I had on the Super Duke and Beasty for years without one. Just discount the battery if your going to be parking up over the Winter. Insurance does increase of course with the mods, I include all the mods I currently have with my premium when I took it out. Carbon Wheels made the biggest difference on the GSXR to the insurance!
@@LambChopRides After a little research I found this - Can my OptiMate be used with Lithium / Lithium-Iron / LiFePO4 Batteries?
We only recommend OptiMate Lithium chargers for Lithium batteries. These batteries are very different to lead-acid construction and have very different characteristics. OptiMate Lithium chargers have many special functions and features designed solely for Lithium batteries. Using an OptiMate Lithium charger will extend the life of your Lithium battery enormously. In certain circumstances, using a traditional lead-acid charger will cause damage to a Lithium battery hence we cannot recommend it. - Seems like it's not a good idea to put these Lithium batteries on regular maintenance chargers as I suspected. As I work away at months at a time keeping the battery ready without the hassle of removing from the bike is important to me.
Funny how carbon wheels made such a big difference, guess it's the additional cost of them. I would of thought the power increases you have made would of set the insurance companies purse bells ringing far louder.
Thanks for all the hard work and the big $ spent. First thing I did on my SPD3R was a lithium battery it's mounted just above the fuel tank! Next I need to go on a diet.👍🇦🇺🍺
Do you not have to have a different trickle charger for lithium batteries ? If so should this not be factored into the cost comparison ?
You dont need one, I have had 2 lithium batterys in the past and never had a charger for them and had zero issues with both. I do now however so will keep people posted on how it performs.
Lamb Chop Rides everyday is a school day 😁 keep up the great work !!
As a fat guy my easiest way to reduce weight on the bike is stop eating :'(
No :) to eat in a feeding window-> read into jason fung and intermittent fasting ;)
That's gonna be mental after CJS remaps it, Chops. I got my ZZR1400 remapped there on your recommendation and it was amazing. The H2 will be crazy 😁👍🏽
Good to hear Adz, very impressed with the GSXR map so really looking forward to seeing what Chris can do with the H2!
Did you factor in the cost of the dedicated charger for the battery?
My Bikes has a lot carbon fiber on it and I love the look of this parts!
The battery change is one of the best mods on the H2/H2R!
Stay tuned mate
Have a great weekend 👍
Really good original idea for a well turned out video dude, nice one
Interesting topic with quality camera work and editing. 🎥 ✅ 👏🏻
Thanks Steve
Afternoon Lamb Chops. I am never going to own a sports bike. But I still love you channel and reviews, very entertaining. Keep up the good work.
Thanks Murt appreciate that
Those slow mo shots of the GSXR are awesome the bike looks immaculate
Like the creativity with the camera work
Interesting. What is the total weight saving and the total price?
Getting rid of the tool kit and running the bike on reserve will save about 10 kg.
Disk rotors?
Aluminium or dual metal sprocket
The best & cheapest way to save weight on any bike is to stay off the pies & do some exercise. When the rider is at their optimum weight, then by all means start reducing the weigh of components.
Cloggsy Goodwin , well said young man!!
Interesting analysis. Most people buy carbon bits for show. The serious people buy for weight saving. I am a show person!!
Mapping each cylinder,,, 👍🏼 looking forward to seeing the results.
Great vid chops. Very interesting
Think I need to cut back on the fat boy meat pies before even considering titanium bolts.
Banditmanuk You took the words right out of my mouth 😂
Its not the words I want out of my mouth but the cakes :-)
Lamb Chop Rides Mmmmm cakes 🍰 😋
Nicely done, does the new battery take much looking after? To keep it fully changed. I remember in late 90s N Harga was told to lose weight and cut down on the cigarettes to boost his bikes performance😱 what a legend💪💪👍
Ive had two in the past, one on Beasty which was on their 3 years (without a single problem) And I also had one on the Super Duke for a year also without a single problem. I didnt even have a Lithium battery charger back then! Things they dont like is cold weather, so not ideal for a bike used throughout the Winter, also they dont like small current draw like alarms. So will need topping up if your bike has an alarm and sits for long periods unused.
The biggest savings in weight can be done in yourself, exhaust, battery and wheels ... in my opinion 👌
After every change you could calculate bhp/kg to see if you are getting somewhere with the changes done.
Again a very nice informative vid, Chops! 👍😎🤙
Love the turn-around camera btw 😉
Life of a bolt must be hard, one way or another they’re getting ‘screwed’ 😂
@Franz Fanon because most people that ride motorcycles are fat middle aged men lol. My versys shifts like fuck with me on it
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Battery is the first thing I did as they usually mounted high up just under the seat . can notice the difference just push the bike around . See you bought a charger for it .
Yes good point Mark about mounting location! Yes have a charger too, but if you disconnect the battery for the winter or storage shouldn't need it..
I'd say, battery, lighter chain (results in quicker wear too though), and if you have the excess money, carbon wheels, are most meaningful, as two of those are rotating mass you might actually feel them. For trackriding, carbon wheels might be a bit too high in terms of cost potential in case of a crash :(
Reduce unsprung weight also
If it was just the bike with no passenger then it's effective,i.e. remote control cars etc but when a person's on it the best way is keep ur own weight down
I lost 25lbs by working 18hrs a day for 3 weeks straight!! The sport bike is stupid fast !! CBR-1000RR-SP2
Was wondering if it’s possible to weld two different brands of titanium exhaust together maybe I can pick your brain for a bit can’t wait for you next vid!!
Bet your Spidey OCD senses are tingling about the replacement plastic parts being heavier Chops - I know mine are😎🤘👍
haha yes :-)
Great video Chops! I was just as surprised by the lightness of my Shorai lithium battery when I got it. I've also got a full titanium exhaust on my 2009 Fireblade Repsol. I guess carbon wheels are next! Oh, and those views of the camera mounted on the ratchet extension were awesome!
Thanks Sol, yes so light arnt they! Thanks for noticing the ratchet cam :-)
Is that your dealer scale?😂
Firstly 007, I find no end of joy in a tidy spreadsheet. Especially when it comes to modifying bikes. Watching this vlog allowed me to do my own comparisons, only I measured cost per smile instead of cost per gram. I calculate that watching you modify your bikes brings me 52 smiles at virtually no cost, except for my broadband expenses. Bottom line, A $0.012 or Aussie cents per smile watching you save weight. Lightening my own bike with carbon fibre, ti fasteners and exhaust costed me a whopping A $54 dollars per smile, several skinned knuckles and weeks of nasty scowls from my wife. It’s a no brainer Mr Bond. Thanks for helping wean me off my habit 🤓
haha brilliant Bruce :-)
Few mates and I bought the shido lithium Ltz14 on 2018 KTM super adventure 1290s. It was a disappointment as the bike started but kept dying and reporting a fuel pump failure. It did exactly the same on all 3 bikes. I'm sharing this should some other folk consider a shido for any post 2017 KTM 1290
OK interesting, will keep people posted how I get on!
Could you do a video in the future Chops about the pros and cons of Lithium batteries, talking about chargers, necessary modifications to battery terminals for example due to their smaller size. Ive now got a gen 1 Aprilia RSV1000 Mille and many say replacing the battery with a good strong battery can help avoid sprag clutch issues. Maybe Lithium is the way to go?
They come in the standard sizes, I just disconnect mine if I'm leaving the bike for ages (winter) and bring it indoors, I haven't ridden for over a month and it's started right up
Yes good idea, I will keep an update of any issues ive experienced with it. What they dont like is small current draw like alarms etc. I may discount the battery while the bike is stood up for the Winter. I do have a lithium charger and added a charge point as part of the install so could just stick it on charge every couple of weeks... But disconnecting it is probably the best way to preserve it over the Winter.
Riding a GSA with extras I won’t bother, nice exercise in OCD, cut out the pies, far cheaper. I’ve spent far too much already...
Love your vids Chops, my No1 (well since Boris on Bikes has gone AWOL) but a lot people give Lithium batteries 🔋 a bad rep, charging and not starting if it’s too cold. What are your thoughts LCR?
Thanks Richard, Ive had two in the past, one on Beasty which was on their 3 years (without a single problem) And I also had one on the Super Duke for a year also without a single problem. I didnt even have a Lithium battery charger back then! Things they dont like is cold weather, so not ideal for a bike used throughout the Winter, also they dont like small current draw like alarms. So will need topping up if your bike has an alarm and sits for long periods unused.
Very interesting Chopsy.. I hope you haven’t ruined the warranty on the bike doing this stuff 😳😳. Can’t wait for the next one 👍👍.
Runs out in January anyway so not too worried... But no shouldnt effect it anyway, well the flash map will of course!
Best place to start is the wast line . At the end or the day a good rider will run rings around you on a heavy bike . Total pointless on a road bike
Is LTZ Shido's newer version or something, if you know? lol. Mine is the LTX, I was supposed to get the 10 really but mistakenly got the 9, still had no issues with it. It's smaller than the lead acid battery too, so I'd imagine a little more weight saved too at a cheaper price (under £50). But on your bikes you definitely need the higher capacity and higher CCA's.
By changing to a Lithium battery for a bike which was supposed to have lead acid, will it be safe? Will the bike over charge the Lithium battery.
I would love to change mine but im not sure it is safe, wether it will over charge on longer journeys.
Ive had two of them with no issues, they have inbuilt voltage management circuits to avoid over charging.
Great vid mate, really surprised at the results! Great work 😎 oh the H2 is gonna be a animal after the tune. Looking forward to seeing how you get on 😃👍
Thanks Griz, yes quite excited to see what we can get out of the H2 😎😎 also ordered a carbon cowl and H2R wings so going to be a H2R rep shortly!
Lamb Chop Rides It’s gonna to be very interesting indeed mate! With a flash and wings it’s going to turn into a bird of prey! 😂
Interesting. The battery weight saving was a surprise. Might invest in one myself. Unfortunately, I doubt I'll get the full titanium system passed the missus...... :(
haha just dont tell her!! :-)
Great effort (and a bit of cash),, great video.
Thanks for sharing your experience.
This is going to help save a lot of people's money.
Way to go :)
Very informative lc- carbon looks the bollox though
Carbon fiber wheels are expensive but a HUGE weight saving because they save unsprung weight
Dont forget gyroscopic weight aswell 👍😃
That’s literally what he said in the video...
Most noticeable weight saving on two wheels is the rider!
Battery is a good’un to👍🏻
Nice video with a bit of science thrown in 😀
A Mechanic once told me, "The cheapest way to lose weight on the motorcycle is to go on a diet"😅
Easier said than done for some folks, look at Danillo Petrucci in GP. That guy is a mere shadow of himself and he still goes on about needing to lose weight. MotoGP needs to implement a combined rider/bike minimum weight like Moto2 and Moto3 already do.
@@iamtherealzombie It's a joke
Ace video LCR, I have to agree that lighter wheels def offers more than just the weight reduction to the whole bike. Some good options for shedding pounds for less £ :-)
Thanks Pete! Now we just need the weather to ride them :-(
@@LambChopRides indeed. I've been off work the last 2 weeks and only ridden once. Bloomin weather
Excellent video chops, interesting stuff
I thought they were named after Skippy!!
Interesting, surprised by the bolts, thought they'd be much costlier! Anyway, nicely done, we do like a good spreadsheet...
Hello Lammy!! Not heard from you in ages :-) Thanks Buddy
@@LambChopRides Hehe, I'm always here, I just very rarely comment on videos! Also, been nice and busy (have a nosey at Royal Enfield social medias and the faired race bikes...)
Very interesting comparison Mr chops . Good we'd video thanks from Danny
Hey LCR should I get the Brock’s exhaust for the Gixxer or you reckon something else would be better??
Good question Sid, the Brock's is good and performs very well, slightly better than the Arrow system in the dyno tests we did. The Vandemon is also great though and they do systems for other bikes so check them out too. Not a big a range as others but quality systems at a reasonable price as I think the Oz exchange rate is very good.
Lamb Chop Rides gotcha if you could choose anything right now what would be your top 3 btw we love you over here in the the states!!
Easier to lose wight and save some money. Great video
I feel as though a bike would turn in and corner better if you lost 20kg from the bike opposed to losing 20kg in body weight. Thoughts? :)
Yes agreed, rider weight can be used to your advantage, its shifting weight over the bike
Results do not surprise me at all, other than maybe that full CF is heavier than ABS plastic.
Titanium bolts are a complete waste of money IMO. And considering the amount of magnesium/titanium (exhausts, mostly) that manufacturer's use in modern bikes, if it was worth it, they'd use them from the factory.
It costs to be on top💷☹️. I’ll start with the battery. Looking forward to the next vid👍.
This would make sense on a race bike but seems like pointless materialism on a road bike..
The battery was 126£?!!!? they're like 75-80£ everywhere I looked
Depends on the quality Jack, the Shido is a quality bit of kit. Its also the exact same dimensions as the stocker and has the same terminals. Saves allot of agro with some others
@@LambChopRides yeah, was talking about shido, got one myself
would be pretty lean with that system
Ooow, H2 mapping . Looking fwd to that.
Interesting vid Chops 👍👍👍.
Yes should be good that one Chris looking forward to that, its a month or so away yet mind :-(
A month...
I think I’ll go hibernate for four weeks 🤪
Brilliant stuff - as ever - 'Chops. It was no great surprise that the LI Battery gave the biggest bang for the buck, but I've found they ain't without their issues v their weighty forebears. In my experience the LI jobs drain a lot quicker (thus needing regular charging); and I don't think you can leave 'em on a trickle-charge like you can can with the old tech. Perhaps your good self (or somebody else) can enlighten me? Every day's a school day, innit. 🙂
Lithium battery will need a special charger as well .nice video chops thanks from danny
Yes good point, but it did manage without a special charger on the one I had on Beasty for 2 years. If you do have an alarm they dont need charging.
Really interesting! Laxative test next! :-)
I'm looking to order about £1000 worth of carbon parts from motocomposites... dont suppose you have any discount codes through your page ?? Keep up the good content thanks
Hi Neil, Let me ask them, yes could be an option!
@@LambChopRides that would be good if they can every penny counts :)
aluminium sprocket is a cheap saver too
Not sure if it is really worth the effort and cost.
Loved this 😁
Everyone that's not a real gear head says lose weight , if your over weight then yes loose ten or twenty pounds otherwise cut bike weight . If your bike weighs 400 lbs and you weigh 180lbs and you get the bright idea to lose 150 pounds of body weight and your gonna be super fast on your bike cuz you only weigh 30 pounds well that's not gonna work to well cuz
your bike still weighs 400 pounds! Find ways to drop 25 to 30 pounds off your bike and you will feel a difference.
Exactly Tim! As it happens yes I could loose a few lbs but not everyone can. 👍
Aside from fuel the rider is the heaviest thing to add to a bike, damn site cheaper to loose a couple of pounds yourself ( running is free) than it is to spend £200 on some bolts to save a few grams
Good video again Lamb Chop
Youve lost half a stone in body weight doing all the bolts !!!!!!. Dont forget to factor in the cost of the battery charger for the LI battery too.
Yes good point Roger, battery charger is advisable if your bike has an alarm.
Lamb Chop Rides I had to use my li trickle charger all the time in the cold (winter) also after a year or two my battery was toast couldn’t start after a week without the charger
How is having a poo every day not sustainable, regular as clockwork for weight loss
There is Only one possible "best mod that removes weight". Remove the crap you don' need, like Passenger pegs and reflectors (if it's legal in your country). My 2019 MT-09 dropped at the very least 1.5kg and it cost me exactly nothing. on a 190kg bike, thats almost a percent free weight loss. (For MT-09 owners out there, check out "TwoWheelObsession"'s video on how to get a free replacement for the break fluid holder holder)
Yes indeed I should have mentioned this but goes really without saying. 👍
Very interesting vid, but I'll stick with the having a "big poo" option and keep my dosh for other things !!.👍👍👍👍👍🇬🇧
Carbon fibre and titanium are expensive.
You need a diet/exercise plan from TMF
Thanks for posting. A big poop is not sustainable? Really? I figure that would be one thing you CAN depend on. Some folks have big poops at very well defined times of the day. :)
You forgot the Tasty Tail mod.
Oh yes so I did! 👍👍
Man that’s a lot of thread locker..
I know before watching it’s gotta be the battery
Just run alongside the bike to shave 200 lbs off the bike's weight.
Best weight saving is less cream buns.
Awe but I love cream bun! 🙁
Cheeky bawstard
Nr. 1 - the best cost effective is loose some weight 🤣🤣
520 Chain conversion?!?!?!?!
Yes good suggestion 👍
I think going on a diet is probably the cheapest not only that you saving money on the cost of food too 🤪
I remember when you first started this channel so mean years ago mate I watched every episode of the Honda build.im really happy your channel has grown so much all your hard work is paid off.iv just started my own TH-cam channel.good work mate 👍🏽
Slimfast chops 😂
Lighter wheels.
Love Chops !!! That H2 is freakish pornography at its finest!!!
Ive added an Aliant Lithium Battery (700grams) to my 650 , instant difference , Stock exhast is Stupidly heavy too.
You could get real anal & remove Bar Ends , Carbon Wheels etc
Good shout out for Race Fastners , I need some bolts as mine are in need of a swap
Thx a lot
Ohhh my God... You have an H2!??
Yes, lucky boy I love it!!