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As always, everything is running behind schedule—way behind! Let's take our time and work through it steadily. First up: a fork that's unusually stiff. The f...

The shim has arrived, so let's check the valve timing. It's tight and hard to press with the dial. This time we'll check first without enlarging the slot. It...

Let's continue with the fabrication work. The antenna mounting bracket is a two-piece structure. The neck can flex and allows for proper fitment. Since this ...

We have the inspection certificate, so let's get to work. We'll work the chain thoroughly and clean both the inside and outside surfaces. After that, it's tr...

What a cool-looking engine—and it's clean too. Here's the overall look. It's designed to fit right into the stock location. It doesn't open on a hinge, but y...

Let's install it smoothly. The Plasma V+ steps up the primary voltage to 16/16.5V. Bend it, bend it, weld it. The old Plasma booster bracket is discarded and...

After that comes the exhaust, fluid, and spark plug replacement. Even the stock version has dual locks now... hmm. Is this really okay? With these newer bike...

The stem is stiff as expected. We'll inspect it, and if it's no good we'll replace it; if there's no problem we'll lubricate and adjust it. We'll lift it up ...

That mask that looks like it could only belong to Optimus Prime might actually be pretty cool. Since there's a stabilizer, I cut the chain. I'm surprised at ...

A few things that caught my eye before delivery Mmm, feels nice Even the dry carbon got pretty slick after I sprayed some rust preventative on it from the ou...