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sylva riot r1 + se
daniel mason - 17/7/09 at 08:42 PM

anyone know of any alternative engines for the R1 powered riot, or the car engined se version? am sure the R1 is popular in the riot along with ford in the se versions. thanks

Toltec - 17/7/09 at 09:28 PM

Alternatives to the R1 are possible, there are quite a few with Kawasaki engines.

Have a look at www.stingraymotorsport.com

The engine is mounted on separate frames so it is possible to use various ones. Give Stingray a call and have a chat with Alistair.

PAUL FISHER - 18/7/09 at 02:12 AM

The SE is Zetec powered,although when I spoke to them,they said they you could fit a few different types of car engines,I thought a nice honda civic type R would be a good choice

daniel mason - 18/7/09 at 01:24 PM

thanks guys. i was thinking honda s2000 would be a great choice although its a bit tall!

Toltec - 18/7/09 at 02:17 PM

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Originally posted by daniel mason
thanks guys. i was thinking honda s2000 would be a great choice although its a bit tall!


I would be very surprised if that would fit, also the weight would mess up the front/rear balance of the car. Have you looked at the Aeon GT3? It might be a better choice if you want a big bhp, mid-engined car.

daniel mason - 18/7/09 at 04:59 PM

saw the aeon in complete kit car. it was a very expensive installation. i was thinking of a good spec riot for decent money that is already registered. and could then install new engine. i have spent so much on the mnr it may have to go. was thinking zx12 or zzr1400 in the R1 powered or a honda or vag if i go cec!

there also seems to be plenty of mid engined vag turbo motors. are they a lot lighter than the 2.0l honda?

[Edited on 18/7/09 by daniel mason]