(Also read MC-95 Triker in KS for more details of earlier chats)

Latest on Roller Weights Mod

Sorry for the delay. I have a long story for ya and will write it up this weekend. Tell your guy that roller weights don't make much of a difference speed wise.  Also you wont find heavier roller weights than the ones that are already in there. The stock ones weigh 31 grams. I had to custom make mine to make them weigh 38 grams. Not really worth the trouble. Find a different size sprocket instead. But then he will need some engine performance to make up for it.
Alan
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Comments on earlier posts
 
I agree with you. The specialized work is probably too much for most people.  I'm happy with the way my MC-95 runs.  I may change out some of the things over time.  I think that the roller weights are probably the way to go for improved performance, but you do always have gains and losses when you do mods. I'll be interested to hear how you get on with them.
 
I don't really have a steering stablization problem.  My trike seems to track straight even when I'm hitting the potholes and lumpy road surfaces.  I do notice it wandering if I happen to tense up and use the handlebars for support, but if I stay loose it seems to steer straight.  I think some of the bad tracking on some trikes
 
I don't know if a steering stabilizer is necessary, but if you get the higher speeds then it may be helpful.  Again, let me now if it works or not. I have noticed that some trikes seems to be delivered with the steering column nut being too tight, making the steering hold too much.  Now that  I have over 350 miles on my trike the suspension and  steering feel fine, if bouncy, but then I also notice the bad road surfaces when I drive my Hyundai Accent to work.  I actually like the ride.  It is better than the boring car!
 
I did a rough fuel conpsumption check last night, and was getting about 50mpg. That is cruising reasonably fast - probably typical city speeds.  I'll be monitoring if more accurately over time.
 
 
Kevin

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Kevin
 
    I put in the big bore kit and the level 1 head from that web site I had sent you. I upgraded the jets in my carb to a 42 pilot and a 142 main. the stock main jet is only a 107. My gas mileage is worse now when riding at highway speeds, so I'm hoping that my roller weights will drop my RPMs at 55mph to get my gas mileage back. Theres no need to be driving 55 with the engine wrapped all the way out. I would not reccomend anyone doing the engone mods unless they really know engines. There is just too many things that can go wrong if they dont get the cam timing set right with the piston. The carb has restriciton screws all over it that need to be drilled out in order to open. Its quite a bit of work.
 
    Have you ever thought of putting a steering stabilizer on this trike? I have been looking at them online. They make them for motorcycles. If you can get a steering stabilizer put on one of these then say goodbye to all of your jumping around on the road. When you hit a pot hole with these things it really throws your steering. I might order one here in the next month or so and find a way to mount it.
 
Alan 
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Alan
That is great news!  Let me have details of the parts you put in if you can.  And the photos will be really welcome too. I think several other owners will be following your example so the more details the better.
 
I rode mine to work today.  It was great fun. A real rush.  The trike is able to keep up with traffic up to about 55mph.  Bouncing around on the different road surfaces makes it exciting, but I never feel unsafe or out of control. The GPS really is necessary as the speedos seem to be unreliable. Looking forward to the ride home.
 
Keep emailling me as you do more, and I'll add the info to the website.
 
Kevin

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Kevin
The Trike is now a 300cc beast.. With a level 1 performance head and performance UNI air filter, all I can say is WOW!! I have so much more torque and quite a bit better acceleration. I can actually accelerate up hills where as before I would lose speed going up those hills. I havent got the roller weights changed out yet, so my top speed is still 55mph. When I get those changed Im hoping to hit between 60-65. The trike is louder, and has a deeper roar to it. It runs much much cooler than the stock head did. I drove it to work today and the temp gage never rised. It stayed right in the middle. It actually runs a tad bit hotter when it is idleing.. 
 I think when I get the roller weights set right and a performance CDI "with no rev limiter" that this thing could hit high 60's maybe 70mph. Thats fast enough for me..
 
   There are different ways to break in a new motor depending on who you ask. Most manufactureres say keep the engine speeds low, and other mechanics will argue to run the hell out of it and the rings will seal better. Anyways - I think you can tell that Im the "run the hell out" of type of guy.. lol
 
   Let me know if you need anymore info.. I will send you some pics of me tearing down the engine

(I'll add more details when I get the photos etc.  Kevin)