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U.S. R1 motor used in UK MKIndy?

Winston Todge - 10/11/04 at 06:59 AM

Can anyone see any major problems with using a US R1 motor in a UK MK Indy? I'm thinking about the SVA and DVLA problems with a US engine number? Anyone had any experience with this or any advice?

Cheers for any help!

Chris.

colibriman - 10/11/04 at 08:04 AM

just be aware that in California they have more strict emissions laws - it could be restricted a bit.....

[Edited on 10/11/04 by colibriman]

chrisf - 12/11/04 at 02:27 PM

I'm not sure this is true. In the US motorcycles do not have to go through emissions test--neither do diesels. I was surprised to see cats in the bike cans. I have one from a 954 blade and it does not have a cat in it.

MarkClow - 12/11/04 at 02:29 PM

Bikes are never emission tested here - only cars over 3-4 years old.

California bikes have extra emissions gear on them to meet state requirements - as colibriman mentioned they are usually a little down on power.

[Edited on 12/11/04 by MarkClow]

[Edited on 12/11/04 by MarkClow]