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what about high comp mode?

Sorry, I thought you were asking about the brakes.

The bike as a whole is fantastic. Strong, reliable as OEM, runs like a beast. Any issues I have are my fault and due to my laziness. Surprisingly fuel mileage can be better than OEM (up to 50mpg was my best ever) or really bad (in the high 20s). It all depends on how I ride it. More spirited, less mileage, mellow, higher milage.
Fuel grade has not been an issue. It runs on low octane (87) but I usually run mid range (89). Never had an issue with pinging.

Riding it is easier now than when it was OEM. The additional torque and the fact that it comes in at lower RPM (it hits 50ft lb @ 3k RPM and stays above 50ft lb to redline) means that the power is always on tap easily. The HP behind the torque climbs steadily to red line as well so it really all translates into smooth throttle response. The carbs don't like to be slammed open but if I roll on (even rolling on quickly) the bike takes off like a rocket.

My issues:
- I need to adjust the carbs for easier starting. This is not new and has been like this since I got it back from the dealer after they adjusted my carbs. I simply need to communicate to Carlos what its doing and he will tell me what to do. I just never seem to have time.
- I have some oil weeping from the valve cover gasket. I have the new gasket in the garage, just haven't had time to install it. It started doing this last year some time.

Same as the brakes... I would do it all over again without hesitation.

SOLD: 07 Black BA, 39mm FCRs, TPUSA stage 1 head, TPUSA 813 cams, TPUSA 10.8:1 pistons, TTP #3 igniter, Specialty Spares Long Cannons, Tsukayu Hard Bags. 82HP/55tq NEW: 19 Goldwing Tour DCT