Cascadian
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A decade ago I had the privilege of owning a Mountain Max 700 which I had ported and was extremely pleased with the results. I recently renewed my love for 2 stroke Yamaha triples and have amassed a collection of 1 2000 Mountain Max 700, 1 2003 SXViper 700, and 1 2000 SRX. Unfortunately, I already have to rebuild the top end on the SRX due to a short test ride with old gas melting a piston. I have read that the SRX and especially the Viper have more aggressive porting from the factory than the red heads, so I am wondering if a trail porting job adds much performance to them? Anyone with personal experience?
Also, if it is worthwhile, who would you recommend for a porting job? I know MRViper used to do good work.. but not sure he still does it.
Also, if it is worthwhile, who would you recommend for a porting job? I know MRViper used to do good work.. but not sure he still does it.
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BornYamaha
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I have a 2003 Viper that I had trail ported shortly after I bought it. I can not give you a seat of the pants comparison since I barely rode it before the work was done. I can just say I am very happy with the end result. I have never had mine on a dyno but my understanding is that there can be a 10 to 15 HP gain if done properly. This is generally considered to be a much more livable mod than pipes and much less of a mpg concern. Although less HP gain. I would attempt to have MR. Viper do the work if he can find the time. He did not do mine, ( a smaller shop did mine several years ago that had one of the owners pass away and close did it). I think he still does the work. You may have to wait a while. Need to ask him.
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Lester
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I had MR Viper do a 01 SRX for me years ago,excellent runner with no problems.I sold sled with 10000 miles on it ,still ran great.The only thing I would be worried about is fuel.Its hard to find anything over 91 octane and dont think that is enough to be reliable.I have a 2003 Viper that I had trail ported shortly after I bought it. I can not give you a seat of the pants comparison since I barely rode it before the work was done. I can just say I am very happy with the end result. I have never had mine on a dyno but my understanding is that there can be a 10 to 15 HP gain if done properly. This is generally considered to be a much more livable mod than pipes and much less of a mpg concern. Although less HP gain. I would attempt to have MR. Viper do the work if he can find the time. He did not do mine, ( a smaller shop did mine several years ago that had one of the owners pass away and close did it). I think he still does the work. You may have to wait a while. Need to ask him.