Re: [ST] Tried the archives and failed, the Guinness was easier!

[simonb <simonb@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

On Fri, 2005-06-10 at 21:35 +0100, simonb wrote:
> On Fri, 2005-06-10 at 14:00 -0400, Rupert Galea wrote:
> > > Can't figure out how to find what I'm looking for, sorting through nearly 1000 hits.
> > > 
> > > Repeat question, I'm sure.  I'm noticing, even through insulated textile riding pants, a serious amount of engine heat coming up around the back end of the tank on my '01.  First noticed on a 60 degree day, very obvious as it has gotten warmer.  Has this been addressed by anyone?  Haven't done more than 40 miles in a stretch (still don't have a registration on this salvage rebuilt bike!), but I see this really cooking my legs on a longer trip.
> > 
> > Jeremy you have discovered one of the few major issues with the ST. It
> > throws out a lot of heat. If you are moving it is not too bad but you
> > can get roasted in traffic.
> > 
> > The only solution I have heard of is a modification that CAPT Howard
> > S. Serlick USNR made. I am not sure how well it work. You can find
> > details here
> > http://www.triumphnet.com/st/mods/body/index.html
> 
> I've noticed this on my 2003 ST as well. I compared it to the ZX9 ans
> GSXR1000 I had. On both the GSXR and the ZX9 the fairing bit behind the
> cutout goes in front of the engine. On the GSXR there a foam block on
> the inside of the fairing to stop the heat getting up to the riders
> legs. May I show sir exhibit "A" :-
> http://simonb.zapik.com/temp/gsxr_heat.JPG 
> 
> There is also a large gap between the tank and the side rails to let the
> heat out.
> 
> However on the ST exhibit "B" the bit behind the cutout never gets
> anywhere near the side of the engine. There is at least a 1/2 gap. Thus
> instead of forcing the heat out through the cutout in the fairing it
> travels back to the riders legs. Now if Sir was to insert some
> strategically sculptured foam behind the fairing panel one would find
> that the heat no longer simmers ones legs. Don't forget to remove it in
> the winter though. Velcro is your friend.
> 
Missed a bit:-
http://simonb.zapik.com/temp/st_heat.jpg




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