Xl88"

[Simon]

2000 XL1200S converted to 88"

NRHS 88" cylinders
NRHS flat top pistons
NRHS cylinder heads for 88" build
NRHS exact fit pushrods
S&S600 cams
Jims lifters
Mikuni 42mm
Supertrapp Supermeg 2-1 Stainless exhaust with 30 disks
Dynatec ignition


Home built. All machine work (case boring, crank balancing etc) by Matt

Final tune after I sold it, by Boz

 

[Fast Lane]

Re: Xl88"

Excellent tune by Boz ... Always amazes me when customers don't want to have their new builds tuned on a dyno. I had one a while ago who told me that 'dynos are mechanically unsympathetic'. This build was in big trouble before it saw a dyno - they are an essential part of any build process. I love Mikuni HSR carbs and this is a perfect example of what can be done with them on a dyno ... an increase of about 28 ft/lbs of torque and 20 HP !!!!!!!!! This must have been a wild ride ...

 

[Simon]

Re: Xl88"

The original jet settings were just for running it in so there was always plenty of scope for improvement. The motor would spin up very quickly so it was good to keep it in check by not over revving it during the break in miles.

88" mk2 is currently in progress though it will be an EFI version with a Power Vision this time around.

By by the way, I've rung a couple of times but you've been away. I'll catch up with soon about the clutch