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The Aftermarket
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Reviews, Info and Catalog Don't forget the OEM in this case. Yamaha/Star has a catalog of accessories that provide the same quality, fit and finish as the original bike, and of course are guaranteed to fit. Consider them in your search for aftermarket parts, but be prepared to deal with OEM prices and back-orders on in-demand pieces. We're not just going to post a bunch of links here, telling you a thousand places where you can buy a foot peg. Instead, we'll do the research, and let you know who has the best Raider Specific items, and give you as much information as you need to make an informed decision. Our goal is to keep you completely informed you of the very latest and best in Raider performance and styling parts and accessories. NOTE: Look for this icon -
There are a some catalog companies and websites that post items "for the Raider" based on the similarities between the Raider and the Roadliner/Stratoliner. While these bikes have the same motor, as well as similarities in the frame, unless the manufacturer of a part states the that it is specifically for our bike, you will not find it on this page. UPDATE: with our latest partnerships, many of the items that we discuss can now be purchased directly by following the button or highlighted link provided with the review. Raider Performance direct parts, such as our fenders and chin spoilers, are available in our Marketplace and are so noted below. New Feature - Check out our Riding Gear Reviews Be sure to read our Notes on Performance below at the beginning of the Exhaust section Hit the F5 key on your keyboard to refresh this page and view the latest content All parts and accessories are warranted by their respective manufacturers.
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Aftermarket Partners
Unique, superior, custom accessories for the Raider
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Perhaps the most popular mod to any bike - and one that causes more debate than any other - is the exhaust system. Riders purchase pipes for any of the following reasons
Your priorities will determine how much research you'll have to do before your purchase, and what else you'll have to install at the same time. Regardless of the reason, pipes can significantly affect performance. Style - definitely the easiest reason to satisfy, but also the most precarious. A good-looking pipe doesn't mean it's the best match performance-wise. Sound - sound is hard to shop for unless you've heard the pipe you want on someone else's bike (which must be the same model as yours to be a true indicator). Some pipe manufacturers do include sound bites on their websites. NEW - We have started to collect video & sound of certain pipes installed on the Raider. Look for SOUND CLIP in the description of the pipe. Performance - if you are interested in power gains, check out the "Educational Content" on performance posted in the Articles section of this site. Here are a few accepted ideas (rules, caveats, etc.) that experience and "those in the know" seem to reinforce.
NOTE: When
replacing your exhaust, it's absolutely vital to replace the crush gaskets
where the head-pipe meets the cylinder head. Some pipe manufacturers
include gaskets with their systems, some don't. They run less than
$25/pair, so it's a worthwhile investment. OEM Exhaust Gaskets part #1175368
Freedom Performance - A name that Raiders might not be familiar with, but have been involved with the American V-Twin market for years is Freedom Performance. For 2011, FP has introduced a pretty extensive line of pipes for the Raider. With a definitive patriotic attitude, their systems carry names like "Patriot", "Declaration" and "Independence", and feature 2.5" diameter pipes, full coverage, seamless heat shields, and a signature sound. All Freedom Performance pipes come with a removable performance baffle, with an optional quiet baffle available, and O2 sensor bungs where required. Shipping on all Freedom Performance Exhausts is a flat $35.00 to the lower 48 continental United States. Raider Performance is a Freedom Performance authorized dealer. The Sharp Curve Radius is the curved 2-into-2 exhaust that Raider enthusiasts have been asking for since day 1. Just the right length, featuring Freedom Performance's seamless heat shields and a triple-step header, the Sharp Curve Radius offers killer style and excellent performance. Featured on October 2011's Cover Bike. >Buy< The Independence for the Raider offers great drag-pipe styling without the performance issues suffered by other similar designs. Engineered with a 2-step header and removable performance baffle. Available in Chrome or Black Ceramic featuring a Chrome end-cap (shown). >Buy<
For those Raider owners looking for a classic slash-cut, mid-length pipe, the Amendment fits the bill. As with all Freedom Performance systems, the Amendment features removable baffle, multi-step header design and all stainless hardware and brackets. >Buy<
The Declaration features a very similar design to the Amendment above, but with turn-out tips at the end. Removable performance baffle with optional quiet baffle, 2-step header, and a great hot-rod sound round out the Declaration package. Available in Chrome and Black Ceramic. >Buy<
Cobra USA - Cobra is currently offering four pipes for the Raider. All offer a lifetime guarantee against bluing, and full-length heat shields.
Speedster Swept Exhaust - Black
- The Speedster Swepts are now available in black in
additional to the original chrome.
Forum member AZ installed the Dragsters and Cobra FI2000 Fuel Processor. Installation was painless and took less than 2 hours including the fuel processor. This system is much, much lighter than stock, offers a lot more sound, better engine breathing, and better top end performance. Check out his comments in the forum.
Vance & Hines - Vance & Hines has a reputation for manufacturing serious, quality exhaust systems. While they make every attempt to build style into every system, their priority has always been performance. V&H will never bring a pipe to market that compromises performance for appearance, and in many cases this means it might take longer than typical to bring a system to market. Both Big Radius Systems can now be purchased directly at a significant discount by clicking the links below
Hard-Krome - Hard-Krome's website now lists several of their exhaust systems specifically for the Raider. Hard-Krome uses double-wall construction on all their pipes, and offers a one-year guarantee against bluing. Hard-Krome has a reputation for quality construction and decent performance.
Morton's Customs - A custom bike shop out of North Carolina, Morton's has introduced a set of curved, swept pipes for the Raider. Obviously influenced by their experience in the custom scene, this system is a classic, straight-through design, without baffles. To break up the reversion pulse than can cause power losses in a straight-through system, they sell a pair of optional "Power-Cones". You can expect this system to be LOUD, and Proper fuel management will be crucial with these pipes, but there's no denying the style they add. They are available in both chrome and black ceramic. Tejas Thump Cycles out of Meadow, TX, also sells these same pipes as "Raiderz", and includes the Power Cones in the purchase price.
RoadBurner - While perhaps not at the forefront in many riders minds when it comes to aftermarket exhaust systems, RoadBurner pipes are definitely worth consideration when it the market for a quality pipe. Featuring full length Doublewall Construction, RoadBurner claims to have the patent on the first non-bluing pipes in the industry, and offer a 1-year warranty that the pipes will not blue. RoadBurner's site has not been updated to show their systems on the Raider, but the following pipes can be seen on the bike and are available for purchase at Direct Line Parts.
Raw Design -
Our review of the Reaper Tips with photos on our bike can be found here. They are available for sale in our MarketPlace section here.
LA Choppers - An exciting new development in the market for those Raider owners looking for a custom alternative to the more mainstream systems, LA Choppers has released their Wicked Curves, swept-style 2-into-2 system for the Raider.
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Intake
Patrick Racing has a well deserved reputation for extracting the most power out of big-displacement Yamaha V-Twins. Their Road Star Warrior has dominated the AMA/ProStar Drag Racing in the Hot Rod Cruiser Class for years, and they have taken that experience and applied it to their industry-renowned Big Air Kits (BAK). Installation of the BAK completely removes the stock airbox from under the Raider's tank, and replaces it with two high-flow K&N pod-type filters, connected to the stock throttle body with two velocity stacks. Check out the BAK as well as Patrick's other high-performance Raider modifications here.
Thunder Manufacturing - These guys are well known for their high-flow Tornado, Hurricane and Teardrop air kits for American and Metric motorcycles. Their products are designed and engineered on the dyno to assure that their intake systems meet the highest level of functional performance. Thunder Manufacturing's High Flow Intake Kit for the Roadliner, Part # 70101, has been tested and installed, and works in the Raider as well. Similar to Patrick's BAK, Thunder's kit completely removes the restrictive stock airbox assembly, and replaces it with the K&N pods.
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Fuel Management Over the past few years, in the never-ending quest for more performance, the Raider community at large has been experimenting with numerous different combinations of accessories. The style and sound of custom exhaust not withstanding, the number one modification that leads to real-world performance gains is the installation of an Fuel Injection Controller Module. The reasons for this are several, but it boils down to just a couple of points. All modern motorcycles comes from the factory deliberately tuned on the lean side to meet emissions and fuel mileage requirements, at the expense of performance. Installation of an FI Controller corrects this condition. Also, with the installation of an aftermarket exhaust, the air/fuel requirements of the engine change, and while the stock ECU of the Raider can adjust in many cases, an FI controller is often required to improve throttle response and correct minor problems such as popping on deceleration. One final note is that the stock air-box and filter in the Raider already flow more air than the engine needs, so in our opinion, the installation of a Fuel Injection Controller should take precedence over the purchase of a hi-flow big air intake. NOTE: the small print says that FI Controllers are not for use in the state of California and are for off-road use only.
Dobeck Performance/Techlusion
- One of the most famous names in motorcycle performance that you've never
heard of - Mark Dobeck. Google his name and you can review his
illustrious resume - Founder of DynoJet and inventor of the DynoJet
Dynamometer, Jet Kit and Power
Commander. No longer associated with DynoJet, his latest effort is
the
Techlusion TFI Plug-and-Play Controller
The TFI Model # FI-2052ST is plug and play - directly into the wiring harness of the Raider. Unplug the unit, and everything returns back to its stock setting. We used the TFI on our last bike - installation was simple, tuning for our modifications was easy to say the least, and the results were immediate and noticeable. NOTE: Installation requires disconnection of the stock O2 sensor, but performance is not compromised. If you want to keep your O2 sensor, consider the Cobra FI2000 Closed Loop controller (below), which operates in a similar manner to the TFI.
FuelPak -
Fully aware that bike
performance is not based on pipes alone, the exhaust maestros at Vance
and Hines have developed their own Fuel Injection Module called the
Fuelpak for the Yamaha Raider
Cobra -
Based on the Dobeck TFI unit, the
Cobra
Fi2000R Closed Loop
Raiders without the 02 sensor in place should
use the
Standard Fi2000R Brand new for 2011, Cobra has
introduced the next level in fuel injection management. The
Fi2000R PowerPro Tuner for the Yamaha Raider
DynoJet Research-
with no
introduction really necessary, DynoJet brings us the Power Commander.
Now in it's fifth generation, the
PowerCommander PC-V
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To better organize the number of products and amount of content on saddles, we've set up a dedicated page to seats for the the Yamaha Raider. CLICK HERE to visit the new Seats and Saddles page
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Performance
Edge -
Kuryakyn - provides an extensive array of aftermarket lighting solutions for custom applications.
Raw Design - The LED mavens at Raw Design have introduced a super-clean solution to all you Raider owners that hate the stock "lollipop" turn signals in both the front and back of the bike. Their Stealth turn signals are comprised of super-bright LED's mounted to billet aluminum brackets, engineered to fit correctly right below the stock taillight assembly in the back and underneath the lower triple-clamp in the front of the bike. The lights in the front function as both running lights and turn signals, as in the stock configuration. Extremely low profile, both the front (shown here) and rear (here) are nearly invisible until activated, presenting a super-clean appearance.
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Handlebars
LA Choppers
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First to market with handlebars designed specifically for the Raider, LA
Choppers has released a pair of bars that make a big impact on how your
Raider looks and feels. LAC's Super Radius T-bars are a drag-style
bar with integral risers, featuring a massive 1.25" diameter profile that
compliments the intimidation factor that the Raider presents. These
handlebars are available in two pullbacks -
6.5 inches and
9 inches
LA Choppers/Barons - Braided Stainless Cable and Line Kits for the Raider. Everything you need to to upgrade your clutch, brake and throttle lines to braided stainless included chrome plated fittings. If you're going to be installing different handlebars such as the T-Bars above, the kits are available in different lengths, anywhere from stock to 20" over.
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Grips, Pegs and Controls
A quick note on grips - The Raider, like the Stratoliner and Roadliner, comes from the factory equipped with handlebar-end weights. These will have to be removed in order to allow installation of many aftermarket grips, many of which have closed ends. While the weights are allegedly there to quell vibration, the Raider's counterbalanced motor is virtually vibration-free, and installation of aftermarket handgrips should lead to miles of smooth, comfortable riding (plus they look really cool).
Avon Grips - While not yet a household name, Avon Grips manufacture some of the highest quality grips in the industry. Their unique construction combines billet aluminum and Kraton rubber in their Air Cushion grips which provide some serious style along with exceptional comfort. Their Metric Line includes interchangeable cams which guarantee fitment to your Raider, and are available in both chrome and anodized black.
OPTION:
Same as above, but finished in Chrome
Kuryakyn - certainly a company which requires no introduction to the custom bike world, Kuryakyn is a motorcycle accessory staple.
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Arlen Ness - We've received a lot of emails about the mirrors that we
run on our Raider. Well, these are them: the Rad III's from Arlen
Ness. The Rad III's are a larger version of the very popular Rad
II's, and offer a larger viewing area without looking too big.
Available in both black and chrome. Sold EACH, so be sure to order both left and right, using the links below:
The Rad III's are have a convex surface, so they offer a wide field of vision. We found them to vibrate even less then the stock Raider mirrors. A word on mounting: we completely ignored those metric mirror adapters and ran the stock H-D style bolt directly though the hole in the controls which gave us a super clean, rigid installation. Photos here.
Jardine - while officially discontinued, Jardine billet grips are the still the industry standard. Often imitated, each one is carved from a piece of billet aluminum (other brands are plated plastic), with flat rubber O-rings for grip and comfort. We've installed them our on Raider, and fit, finish and comfort are perfect. While hard to find, shop around, some outlets (incl. eBay) might still have them.
Supreme Legends USA - In business since 1993, Supreme Legends has been been in the CNC business for 15 years, and has the quality, engineering and experience to back up their products. Providing forward controls for Harley, metric and custom bikes for over a decade, they have now introduced their forward controls specifically for the Raider. Their state-of-the-art controls are adjustable for both height and length (reach) - features not found on other systems, and are available in a variety of different styles and finishes. Some are available with matching passenger pegs and/or grips.
Pacific Coast Star - Experts in the Yamaha customizing arena for almost 10 years, PCS has introduced an alternative for those Raider owners not ready to invest in a full forward control setup. Their Raider Control Extension Kit allows you to move your stock foot pegs and all your controls forward 3" with the installation of their simple adapters.
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Shopping for a windshield is as personal as shopping
for a bike. Your height and typical riding position must come into
account. It is very important when purchasing a shield that ideally,
you do NOT want to look through the shield, but over it. While
shields are clear, they are rarely optically perfect, and will distort
your view of the road. Even worse, if you get caught in the rain,
you will never see through even the best windshield. The perfect size windshield for you will offer enough coverage to keep off a majority of the wind blast, while offering you you an unobstructed view over the top of the screen. To avoid buffeting and maintain good vision, the top of the shield should be level with the tip of your nose with you in the saddle in the position you ride most of the time.
Memphis Shades - The second major windshield manufacturer to introduce hardware for the Raider, Memphis Shades offers a complete selection of windshields, ranging from several sizes of their Memphis Fats and Slims full-coverage touring screens to four sizes of sleek SportShields, available in several gradient colors and a light tint called Solar. Memphis Shades windshields are mounted to the bike using a quick-change, no-tool system called Trigger-Lock, that allows the windshield to be installed and removed in a couple of seconds. We found the Trigger-Lock system easier to use than National Cycles' SwitchBlade, and just as secure.
No-tool Trigger-Lock Hardware is available for both the SportShield and Fat/Slim model families
National Cycle - The first company to introduce Raider-specific mounting hardware, National Cycle is actually the OEM supplier for Yamaha. For all you riders out there who don't want to wait for the OEM accessories to arrive, NC is the place to look. National Cycles' shields are manufactured from polycarbonate, which they claim is significantly more durable than acrylic, and coated with their proprietary Quantum® coating, which helps the fairings resists scratching. If you've checked out the Accessories section of Star's website, these terms will be familiar. In addition to the standard bolt-on handlebar mounted windshields, National Cycle offers their unique SwitchBlade system, which allows you to mount and remove the windshield from your bike in under 5 seconds without tools. They offer 4 different sizes of SwitchBlade windshield, ranging from the largest 2-Up model, to the sporty, minimalist Deflector. All 4 models use the same hardware, part number KIT-Q131 for the Raider, so you could conceivably own all four and quickly switch between them depending on the circumstances. Additionally, all four models of National Cycle Switchblade windshields are available either clear or tinted.
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Fairings - In the
last year, several manufacturers have responded to the increasing
popularity of bagger-style bikes and introduced "Batwing" style fairings
for the Raider. An interesting development to be sure, considering
the original custom-chopper styling of the Raider, but like windshields,
fairings are a welcome addition to any bike that's going to be ridden any
great distance. Batwing fairings offer a significant amount of wind
and debris protection, provide some additional storage options and
mounting points for accessories, and in
some cases offer speakers, stereos and even GPS. At this point, Fairings are constructed from either ABS Plastic or Fiberglass, a factor which often influences price. Also look at whether the fairing is a one- or two-piece design; some are a simple "shell", similar to a windshield, while others have an inner fairing providing the interior needed for mounting speakers, stereos and the like. Finally, some units either include or have the option of quick-release hardware, while others are designed to be a semi-permanent fixture on your Raider.
Memphis Shades - Complimenting their
line of windshields, Memphis Shades'
Batwing Fairing - Metrics
Hogtunes
- an interesting new product if you want to add tunes to your Memphis
Shades Batwing Fairing. Don't be fooled by the brand-name, this
bolt-on
Speaker System
Tsukayu - Long known for their hard saddle bags and fairings for other bikes, Tsukayu now offers fitments for the Raider. Taking the Batwing to its maximum potential, Tsukayu's fairings come in several different option levels from basic, plain protection, to speakers and stereos, all the way to their top-of-the-line GPS fairing which includes 6x9 marine speakers and a Pioneer touch-screen stereo/GPS navigation system, USB and Bluetooth. Tsukayu fairings come with lockable, quick-release, Raider-specific hardware. Manufactured from quality fiberglass construction, they come in ready-to-paint or painted gloss-black versions. Windshield choices are 5", 8" and 10" at no additional charge.
Wide Open Customs - Maybe not yet a household name, Oswego, Kansas' Wide Open Customs started like so many other small businesses - with the desire to do a better job than the industry at large. WOC Fairings are manufactured from quality ABS construction, and offer several different option levels. Their base model comes in natural ABS color ready to prime and paint, and includes speaker holes, wiring harness and windshield in the tint and height of your choice. Options include a full stereo and speakers, IPod connectivity, and paint.
Corbin - never ones to follow a trend, Corbin stays away from the "Batwing" moniker, preferring to call their fairing the "Fleetliner" to compliment their line of hard bags. As with most Corbin products, quality construction can be expected, along with their own unique styling cues. Manufactured from Corbin's Fibertech fiberglass, they come in either black gel-coat or painted to match your bike for an additional charge. Several different windshields sizes and tints are available from Corbin. Note that unlike the other fairings reviewed here, the Fleetliner fairing is not quick-release, and is meant to be more permanently mounted to your ride.
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Kuryakyn -
Kuryakyn's HyperChargers have
been known to bikers for decades as a performance- and
appearance-enhancing modification for V-twins cruisers across the board.
As a Raider owner, you know that all the intake plumbing is hidden away
under the tank, and that the plastic "air cleaner" covers on the engine
actually just hide the ignition coils. Raider owners looking for
that high-performance look were left to their own devices. Kuryakyn has
introduced a non-functional
Pro-R Pseudo Hypercharger
Performance Edge - In addition to the the integrated Tail Light assembly, Performance Edge has applied their Yamaha experience to a number of accessories designed specifically for the Raider. These are not generic "hit them hard enough and they'll fit" parts. Each one of the accessories shown in their E-bay store has been engineered on the Raider.
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Luggage, Bags and Accessories Ghost Brackets/Edge Brackets - If you ever want to use saddlebags on the Raider, you have two choices - saddlebag supports (those metal loops that mount permanently to the fender strut, ruining the hot rod, chopper style of the bike's rear end) or Ghost Brackets. Ghost Brackets allow you to attach and remove any rigid-backed saddlebags without the use of saddlebag supports. With the bags off the bike, the only evidence of installation are four small chrome bolts that appear to be part of the stock fender. We used these on our previous bike with great success - we were able to mount and remove our bags from the bike in less than a minute. Ghost/Edge Brackets are manufactured from power-coated 10-gauge steel, providing superior strength and durability over the competitor's painted 12-gauge product. Two versions of the Generation III bracket are available, depending on whether or not you have a backrest - see below.
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Edge Leather - as in Edge Brackets, manufactures an extensive variety of leather hardbags meant to be mounted with their Quick-Release brackets, shown above. Most of their bags are available in genuine leather or automotive grade Tek-Leather. Most models are available in both plain and studded styles.
Saddlemen - know for decades for the variety of motorcycle seats, Saddlemen has demonstrated their expertise in manufacturing durable, sleek, high-quality saddlebags as well. Their line is actually quite extensive, so what we'll focus on their Cruis'n bags. Providing an amazing value, the Express Cruis'n models are considered "soft" throw-over type bags. That being said, the bags are quite rigid, and consistently hold their shape mile and mile. The throw-over yoke is removable, and they have rigid, hard plastic back which not only supports the bag, but makes them ideal for hard-mounting using the Ghost Brackets above. When selecting a size, be sure to take into consideration your rear turn-signal set-up and the shape of whatever exhaust pipe you're running.
OPTIONS/SIZES:
Cobra - Even if you're never going to
be using saddlebags on your bike, there might be those circumstances where
you want to bungee something on the rear seat. Bikes like the Raider
have few if any places where a bungee hook can be connected without
endangering that wonderful paint and chrome. Cobra has introduced
and ingenious solution called
Bungee Knobs
Tourmaster/Cortech - An excellent alternative to saddlebags, especially when packing light, is the Cortech Sport Tail Bag from Tourmaster.
The McCuff - The coolest accessory that you will never actually attach to your bike. Allows you to fill your gas tank without having to bend over and peer into the filler hole, clicking the nozzle handle 50 times to get that last drop in. You slip the McCuff over the gas pump nozzle, insert the nozzle and McCuff into the filler hole on the tank, and squeeze the handle. When the tank is full, the pump clicks (like a car), and your done, with the additional benefit that your tank is protected to dripped fuel, and you've got more gas in your tank. Comes in its own carry case that you can attach to your belt, handlebars, etc, or throw in your gear bag.
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Fender and Body
Low and Mean -
Low and Mean has also introduced four new front fenders for the Raider. Constructed using the same high-strength fiberglass construction as the Chin Spoiler, and matching its menacing lines, the Reaper and Reaper Long front fenders wrap tightly around the back of the front tire. The Standard Reaper, shown below installed on our bike, gives full coverage around the back of the tire while leaving most of the top bare. The Long offers two additional inches of coverage over the top and front of the tire. The Full-wrap combines the coverage of the Long version with extra coverage around the back of the tire. Finally, the Shorty takes everything in the opposite direction, offering minimal coverage and drag-bike styling. All versions are available in our Marketplace.
Forum Member bhodge (aka Brent from Tejas Motorsports) has designed a custom mounting bracket for the installation of any number of aftermarket fenders onto the Raider. His bike, pictured in our Owners Gallery, also on display here, is shown with an RC Components Phantom wrap-around fender designed for a HD Wide Glide. You can purchase the same setup as shown in the photos, including the fender and brackets, available either unpainted for $299.99 or painted for $699.99, directly from Brent. Shipping is significantly easier if the setup is purchased unpainted.
The brackets will basically work with any fender designed for the Raider's tire and wheel combination, a 120/70-21. If you purchase a fender elsewhere, you can still buy the brackets separately. The bracket design can be altered slightly depending on the fender used. The following specifications should be noted:
Brackets are available painted either Gloss Black or Flat Black, or chromed for an extra charge.
Coil Brackets - from forum member BoatWrench (Chris from FL), these beautifully fabricated brackets provide a mounting point for your ignition coils, allowing you to remove the false air cleaner from the left side of the Raider's engine.
Since the fuel pressure regulator has to be relocated, it is suggested that the bracket be used in conjunction with an aftermarket high-flow air kit such as Patrick Racing or Thunder Mfg. At this point, the brackets are only available for the left side of the Raider. Brackets are available polished or painted flat or gloss black. The complete kit is available directly from Chris (email here) for $85 and includes the Bracket, the few small parts required for installation, and instructions.
Old Dominion Customs - A small custom shop out of Virginia, Old Dominion designed the custom fender for the Raider as seen on Rob Lewis' Raider (Rob06 in our forum) shown here. Constructed from heavy-duty 14 gauge steel, the fender is 5.5 inches wide and 44.5 inches long, and comes drilled to mount in the factory location with supplied spacers and longer mounting bolts. Fender comes in bare metal, ready to prep and paint or painted in factory colors. The fender follows the contour of the wheel very nicely and also hugs the tire to eliminate that "dirt bike" look of the factory fender. Fender pricing is $350.00 in raw steel, ready to prep and paint or $500.00 painted in factory Raider colors. These fenders are custom made one at a time so wait times depend on current orders. For any questions or to place an order call Mike at 540-758-1146.
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Suspension and Lowering Kits Pacific Coast Star - provides a simple lowering kit requiring the installation of a couple of "dog bones" which lowers the rear end of the Raider about 1 3/4" from stock. According the PCS, the kit does not alter the stock spring rate.
Biker Brackets/Big Boar - Designed specifically for motorcycles with a mono-shock, swingarm suspension, Biker Brackets' Big Boar Air Ride G4 system is now available for the Raider. This system is designed for those Raider owners that want to take their customization to the next level, where a simple dog-bone type of arrangement no longer cuts it. The Big Boar Air Ride is a fully adjustable system allowing the ride height to be adjusted through 5" of travel - all the way from totally slammed, burying the rear tire in fender, all the way to about 1" above stock. Several features have been engineered into the G4, including a triple seal to reduce leaking and bypass and internal lubrication to prevent wear and premature failure. The kit comes with everything needed to install the system, which should take about 4 hours. Options include a remote control allowing you raise and lower the bike from a distance. Available directly from RaiderPerformance.com, we are excited to offer this serious customizing option to the Raider community here in our MarketPlace.
Progressive Suspension - when it comes to motorcycle suspension, few companies carry the clout or demand the respect of Progressive. Known throughout the industry, Progressive has introduced their 465 Series of high pressure gas mono-shocks for the rear suspension on the Raider, and their Drop-In® Front Lowering System for the Raider forks. Progressive Suspension is proud of their Made in U.S.A Heritage.
The
465 Series Standard for the Raider
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NEW
for 2011 - Tri-Pro 2-into-1 for the Raider.
From out of nowhere, Cobra has announced their Tri-Pro 2-into-1 exhaust
for the Raider. Originally designed for the Suzuki M109R, now
available in both chrome and black ceramic with a chrome tip, the Tri-Pro
offers the performance benefits of a true 2-into-1 system in a unique
"tri-oval" package. Cobra promises a deep mellow rumble that
smoothes out at highway speeds. The Tri-Pro is available in limited
quantities and can be purchased by clicking the links below. If not
in stock, you can sign up to get an email from our supplier when they're
ready to ship.
An exciting option for
those Raider owners who do not want to replace the entire exhaust
system is Raw Design's
Reaper Tips. These slip-on type
exhaust tips replace the stock mufflers, while leaving the balance of
the system, including the EXUP valve and emissions controls in place.
With most of the stock exhaust still in place, there is no need for
aftermarket fuel adjustment or other modifications. Sound at idle
and cruise is docile, but the engine comes alive with serious attitude
when you twist the throttle.
