Are the modified drives for the C50 worth the price? - Suzuki Volusia Forums : Intruder Volusia and Boulevard Forum

sundancer87 · 12-09-2011, 03:46 PM

In a word, YES! I was finally able to get out on the highway today to test the drive that I had purchased from King-Pin last month.

The ride is smoother as claimed by many and the engine seemed to be working less at high speed.

I was putting along at 70mph, (actual), and was thinking that this thing is really smooth. Then I remembered I had another gear left. I hit 5th and cranked it on until the speedo was showing 100mph. I ran out of room and had to slow down but at that speed the machine seemed to be very happy.

The real test will be when I take the March trip to Indiana. 500 mile plus days will tell me if my investment was really worth it, somehow I think I know that answer already.

If you're holding off or comtemplating getting a modified drive and if you ride the major roads for extended miles then a modified drive is the way to go.

t-man403 · 12-10-2011, 11:49 PM

You won't believe the fuel savings as well ................. at 70mph that is!

Bucko1232 · 02-02-2012, 11:32 PM

Where do I locate this "King-pin" outfit? Are they selling completed, whole final drives? How much?

smokeythebear143 · 02-02-2012, 11:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Bucko1232

Where do I locate this "King-pin" outfit? Are they selling completed, whole final drives? How much?

Now that is funny!!!

Windburn Bill · 02-02-2012, 11:46 PM

Another + is the drive cuts way down on high speed vibration which tires you out. It increases your indurance. Your ride to Indiana will be more enjoyable.

Gene · 02-03-2012, 12:15 AM

just reading this thread makes me itch to ride.... and feel the power and smoothness with the DJ drive....

Can't y'all just feel the bike pull away from the stop sign and accelerate down the on-ramp.......

kawesttex · 02-03-2012, 12:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Gene

just reading this thread makes me itch to ride.... and feel the power and smoothness with the DJ drive....

Can't y'all just feel the bike pull away from the stop sign and accelerate down the on-ramp.......

Did that today and it felt great! I like the fact that 5 gear is always there if you need it!

**Mr. Efficiency** · 02-03-2012, 12:36 AM

I liked my cruiser. My regular bikes are smooth as glass at 130, so I always enjoyed a little buzz. So the DJ drive was not for me.

I'm in the minority, but I never saw the value.

Tony302 · 02-03-2012, 01:24 AM

I've read a lot about the drive mod and as soon as I have enough money saved and can finid someone locally to put it on...I will invest in the drive

t-man403 · 02-03-2012, 01:30 AM

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Originally Posted by kawesttex

I like the fact that 5 gear is always there if you need it!

No kidding!!!

12-09-2011, 03:46 PM	#1 (permalink)
sundancer87 Senior VR Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Mexico Posts: 542 Thanks: 31 Thanked 120 Times in 80 Posts	Are the modified drives for the C50 worth the price? In a word, YES! I was finally able to get out on the highway today to test the drive that I had purchased from King-Pin last month. The ride is smoother as claimed by many and the engine seemed to be working less at high speed. I was putting along at 70mph, (actual), and was thinking that this thing is really smooth. Then I remembered I had another gear left. I hit 5th and cranked it on until the speedo was showing 100mph. I ran out of room and had to slow down but at that speed the machine seemed to be very happy. The real test will be when I take the March trip to Indiana. 500 mile plus days will tell me if my investment was really worth it, somehow I think I know that answer already. If you're holding off or comtemplating getting a modified drive and if you ride the major roads for extended miles then a modified drive is the way to go. __________________ DO NOT argue with your GPS unit!

02-02-2012, 11:32 PM	#3 (permalink)
Bucko1232 Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Olympia, WA USA Posts: 26 Thanks: 14 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	King-pin, wherfore art thou? Where do I locate this "King-pin" outfit? Are they selling completed, whole final drives? How much?

02-02-2012, 11:46 PM	#5 (permalink)
Windburn Bill Senior VR Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: way out there in the Arizona desert Posts: 7,095 Thanks: 14 Thanked 89 Times in 58 Posts	Another + is the drive cuts way down on high speed vibration which tires you out. It increases your indurance. Your ride to Indiana will be more enjoyable. __________________ '05 Vulcan 1600 Classic '03 Volusia ( '07 to '10)

02-03-2012, 12:15 AM	#6 (permalink)
Gene Senior VR Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: on my way to Bearbeary, Alberta Posts: 510 Thanks: 28 Thanked 63 Times in 51 Posts	just reading this thread makes me itch to ride.... and feel the power and smoothness with the DJ drive.... Can't y'all just feel the bike pull away from the stop sign and accelerate down the on-ramp....... __________________ 06 C50SE lowered 2" ----- Metzler 880 www's DJ drive ----- mustang 3 piece seat CYFHMN member

02-03-2012, 12:36 AM	#8 (permalink)
Mr. Efficiency Super Moderator Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: The Rock and Roll Capital Posts: 19,280 Thanks: 40 Thanked 255 Times in 204 Posts	I liked my cruiser. My regular bikes are smooth as glass at 130, so I always enjoyed a little buzz. So the DJ drive was not for me. I'm in the minority, but I never saw the value. __________________ All I wanted was some sharks with freakin' laser beams on their heads!

02-03-2012, 01:24 AM	#9 (permalink)
Tony302 VR Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Magnolia, Delaware Posts: 183 Thanks: 27 Thanked 30 Times in 16 Posts	I've read a lot about the drive mod and as soon as I have enough money saved and can finid someone locally to put it on...I will invest in the drive __________________ "Boogie" my 09 C50 SE

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