My GT-1 on YouTube!

I posted my GT-1 on Youtube!





Little do I know that these videos are gonna attract quite a number of viewers, especially the first one!

Immitation is the HIGHEST Form of Flattery

My first project was this:





















An FZR1000, converted fully to an 03 R1.

However, the bike was to heavy for me to handle. So, rather than letting it sit at the house, and having to call for assistance everytime i wanted to ride it, i had to let her go.....

Plus, it was time for a new project.

As i was playing around with the idea of a next project, it suddenly hit me that i should try something different. I've had Inlines before but never a V-Twin.

So, that was the basis of the next project. A V-Twin bike.

Next came the idea of "can we take an ordinary bike, and make it something special".....with limited budget to spend.

Then came the procurement of the correct bike. So, i decided to go with one of this:















A decent bike. With a decent V-Twin engine.

Now.....can we turn this ordinary bike, into something special?

As this is a conversion, i was trying to think of a suitable bike to convert the Naza 650 into. Then i watched the WSBK 2002 DVD where Colin Edwards won:









The Honda RC-51 looks good.

So, off i went to see the master himself, Classicracing. After a lengthy discussion, he agreed that it can be done. Thank God.

Next is to find a skin for the conversion. So I went and got the RC51 from Sharkskinz:
























Since the Naza 650 came with a single exhaust, of course you know i have to get a Twin exhaust. So, went shopping for exhaust, and fell in love with Leo Vince.
However, i have to choose the correct exhaust, otherwise it'll look and sound dumb. So, I ordered the exhaust from Leo Vince that was made for the Ducati Monster 620. I figured the engine configuration is somewhat similar (600++ Vtwin)





















Next comes the brakes. I used brembo for my last conversion. Figured i wanted to up ante a bit.




So went and got the Goldline Calipers (similar to those you find on the Ducati 748/monster or Laverda)










and got the radial master cylinder












and a couple of other stuff like clip-ons, undertray, rear hugger, LED tail lamps, new set of turning blinkers, etc etc.....

After a few hard fought months (thank you so much Classicracing for all the effort)
we manage to finish the bike in its testing stage. Hence the matte black scheme, like that of a motogp winter test session. Testing commenced from 30th November 07 till 4th December 07:






























Finally, after the testing is complete, we put on some final modification here and there, and finally painted it, this is what we got:


































Leo Vince
(with custom made 2-1-2 system)














Brembo




















Seen here parked next to a bigger V-Twin, the RSV




























I got the bike on Saturday (8th December 07) took it to Bukit Changgang. The next day (9th December 07) joined a convoy to Melaka. The first time I rode a big bike for a long distance after i lost my leg in August 2005.

All i can say is, the bike is wonderful, it's different than what it was before. I'm still trying to get use to the bike. A full review will be coming shortly.

I wanted to thank Classicracing for making my vision a reality and not forgetting Ah Boy/xdewax/T.X for helping a lot with this project.

Finally, can you turn an ordinary bike into something special? I think you can

Amputee Rider - First Magazine Cover

My Yamma-Monster made its first magazine cover!

Motorace is one of the few bike magazine here in Malaysia.

Amputee Rider in The Making - Episode 5

Hello Boys and Girls.

Time for another episode of, Amputee Rider in The Making.

As the title suggest, on the 15th of July 2007, i lost my virginity the very first time for having my first official crash

To begin with, when i arrived in Sepang, i realized that my tube was damaged and my rear tire is losing pressure.

Didn't notice that the day before, then again, i had it on double stand. (Lesson learnt ). And to make matters worst, i didn't come prepare with extra tubes or other shtuff (Lesson learnt, again )

My mechanic took a look and we decided to see how much we are loosing per lap, so we put in over 30psi, i went out, came back in and measured the pressure. Close to 20psi per lap!.



















Notice the foot pump.















What else to do, we're already here, lets give it a go!

I decided to make full use of the track time. so, we pumped out some extra 5psi and the plan was, i go out for two laps, then come back in for refill....something like Formula One!


















Coming back into the pit for air






















Going back out again





















(Picture courtesy of Kamil)

Another contributing factor, i was pushing a bit hard on that day (however, i'm still the slowest one around). by far the hardest since my first outing.
After about five rotation, on the lap that i was suppose to come in for air, the 'mishap' happened at T11. i think i exited the turn too hot.



















(Picture courtesy of Kamil)

Eventhough its not clear, the picture above consists of my bike AND meself. Somehow my leg was stuck at the handlebar and the bike dragged itself together with me along the gravel

Then the medic team had to come because my leg was undone and i couldnt walk.

The Aftermath:

The bike














The boots






























The suit












































So that is how the Amputee Rider lost his virginity by having his first, official crash! I know the decision of riding with tire problem is utter lunacy, but i didnt wanna waste the chance of lapping the track.

Picture of the day




















No regrets though cause i had a lot of fun!

Till the next episode, ride on!

Amputee Rider in The Making - Episode 4

Hey guys, just like the previous episodes, I'm just sharing :lol:


The 28th of June, the first trackday after a while.


I was late (due to the bike transporter ), but arrived safely nonetheless.
This was the day that I got a 'new image' (new stuff arrived :D )


Glove, anyone? lol


How about some spanking new kicks?


Suiting up!




At last, all suited up and ready to go!




Exiting the pit


Turn baby, turn!


Sparks! (Damn! there goes them new kicks :D )


Duck!


Posing after a hard day's work (Glamour seeker hahahaha :D )


Last but not least:

Thank you leg! You did well today!


Some pics are courtesy of Where/Kudinz/ColdFusionPower...Thanx guys!)

Well, as the title states, "Not too shabby"
Looking back, i guess its not too shabby....for a guy who:
1) had to re-learn how to ride with one leg
2) has no prior track experience (prior the accident)
3) seldom rides (seldom as in at most once a week)
4) gets his chance of taking corners only during trackday (no awana, no nothing)

Like i said, "Thank you leg! You did well today! " ;)

The Yamma-Monster FZR1

Its been a long time coming , but finally it is here.

It probably started out its life as this:



















Then, it became this (courtesy of Ryan, from hitechbikers, Kulim):


























































Next evolution, it became this:

































In action:















Me posing on it while its in the middle of the next evolution process :)

















Finally, this is what it has become (Courtesy of Classicracing)


















With a couple of goodies, such as the BREMBO master cylinder:





















Paioli forks with adjustable damping and clip-ons














Marchesini wheels taken from a Laverda














Finally, the finished product:














Remind you of anything? Hehehe :D