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A well-crafted without Being Flashy.: ZX-14R Custom

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Shabon Dama's ZX-14R

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The recent trend in customization is that more and more owners are enjoying small, unobtrusive customization rather than flashy customization that can be seen at a glance. This ZX-14R has been heavily customized in terms of wheels, brakes, and the exterior, but the black color scheme makes it look like a stock bike. The ZX-14R's customization concept was to reduce weight and upgrade performance. The weight was mainly reduced under the springs by using carbon fiber for the exhaust, wheels, and under cowl. It contributes greatly to the improved performance of the ZX-14R, and it also makes it easier to maneuver for the big displacement ZX-14R.

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In addition, the brakes have been modified from the master cylinder to the calipers and disc rotors to improve braking power and control. In addition, they changed the bolts to titanium to reduce weight and increase the rigidity of the braking system. Also, the front fork springs and rear shock absorbers were replaced with HyperPro suspension parts, which were selected for ease of use on the streets, especially for touring. For the engine, Nojima Engineering's Type SC and Rapid Bike Easy Kit were installed, and the ideal air-fuel ratio was adjusted to match the exhaust perfectly. Furthermore, the T-REV α system was also installed to provide milder engine braking and other engine characteristics to make the engine easier to handle.

Bodyworks

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The stock windshield is low and does not provide air resistance at high speeds, so it was replaced with Zero Gravity's double-bubble smoke windshield. It provides sufficient wind protection without sacrificing appearance.

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The front fender and under cowl are made of carbon to reduce weight. The under cowl is made of A-Tec's twill weave carbon, which has a beautiful carbon fiber weave.

Electrical

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The big displacement bike, the more unstable the body posture will be if too much engine braking is applied when downshifting. For this reason, the T-REV is installed to reduce its effect.

Handle

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The Gale Speed radial master cylinder for the hydraulic clutch has improved operation. The fluid also uses colored fluid released by Active.

Intake & Exhaust

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The exhaust is a Nojima Engineering Type SC, and the silencer is DLC coated to match the chassis. The monoshock was changed to HyperPro.

Chassis

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Although hidden by the heel guard, the rear brake master cylinder is a Gale Speed one released by Active. It is also highly valued for its ease of control and the wide variety of attachments that make it convenient for installation.

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The custom parts are all black, but the bolts used in key areas, such as the brake area, have been replaced with titanium bolts. In addition to providing a solid and rigid feel, this also contributes to weight reduction.

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The brake calipers are Brembo CNC484 and the rotors are Galespeed Crosslock Φ310mm. The wheels are Gailspeed Type R wheels.

Gallery

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Specifications

Part Details
Exhaust NOJIMA DLC Titanium Full Exhaust System
Brake Brembo CNC Radial Mount Brake Caliper Kit 108mm .484
GALE SPEED Disc Rotor
GALE SPEED Radial Master Cylinder
Brembo P2 Caliper
Wheels GALE SPEED [TYPE-R Front] Forged Aluminum Wheel
GALE SPEED [TYPE-R Rear] Forged Aluminum Wheels
Suspension HYPERPRO Front Spring
HYPERPRO Monoshock T461 Tank Type with Hose Linear Rate
Steps PHASE Rearsets
Handle / Steering Wheelie Clutch Piston
Seat Supreme Seat
Bodyworks ZEROGRAVITY Windshield [Double Bubble]
A-TECH Under Cowl
Electrical TERAMOTO T-REV α System
RAPiD BIKE Easy Kit

About Shabon Dama

Shabon Dama offers many custom parts mainly for Kawasaki Z1, ZEPHYR series, GPZ serices and other retro bikes. They are offering unique and originality-focused products such other can't copy. The full customization of your Kawasaki retro, vintage bike, Shabon Dama is the brand worth considering for JDM originality!
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A foreigner who rides in Japan, Japanese call this "Gaijin Rider". Third year in the Webike global team. He feels and shares the real bike life in Japan then presents you how interesting Japanese customs are.