best octane for my new purchase

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best octane for my new purchase

15 Sep 2016 15:44
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I know this is a kz forum and im still building my KZ project. As you all know, it takes time with making changes to build a pro street type bike. While I'm building, I wanted something to ride. I found this 91 Suzuki GSX1100G. This thing runs amazing. I have only put a back tire, rear brake pads, flushed the brakes, checked gear oil as it is a shaft bike, and changed oil and filter. I have a grand total of just over $500 in the whole thing. Reason I'm on here about it is that I'm curious if running 92 octane is the best octane as i understand this is basically a detuned GSXR. Dont yell at me for questions about Suzuki. Im asking cause you guys really seem to know your S###. I want to get the carbs adjusted and check the timing and ride this til at least my KZ1327 with 300 tire is up and running.
1977 kz1327
Cavanaugh Head 38.6/33
38mm Flatslides
MRE racecut trans
300mm rear tire
Web Cams 435/465

1984 GPZ1100
Cavanaugh Head
1170cc
Web 415 cams
RC Hp Inj.
Bored throttle bodies

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Re: best octane for my new purchase

15 Sep 2016 15:56
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1977 kz1327
Cavanaugh Head 38.6/33
38mm Flatslides
MRE racecut trans
300mm rear tire
Web Cams 435/465

1984 GPZ1100
Cavanaugh Head
1170cc
Web 415 cams
RC Hp Inj.
Bored throttle bodies

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Re: best octane for my new purchase

15 Sep 2016 16:45
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Yeah, I can see why you like it.I run regular with no problems.
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Re: best octane for my new purchase

15 Sep 2016 17:03
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Use the cheapest gas that doesn't knock.

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Re: best octane for my new purchase

15 Sep 2016 17:21
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Aside from the cost, is the 92 octane gonna be beneficial over the 87 or 89. ill spend the extra if it will be better for it. can too high octane not be the best for the bike?
1977 kz1327
Cavanaugh Head 38.6/33
38mm Flatslides
MRE racecut trans
300mm rear tire
Web Cams 435/465

1984 GPZ1100
Cavanaugh Head
1170cc
Web 415 cams
RC Hp Inj.
Bored throttle bodies

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Re: best octane for my new purchase

15 Sep 2016 19:14
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High octane won't hurt, it's just a waste of money if the bike will run on regular. Some bikes light off easier on regular fuel too since it burns faster.

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Re: best octane for my new purchase

15 Sep 2016 19:46
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Nessism wrote: High octane won't hurt, it's just a waste of money if the bike will run on regular. Some bikes light off easier on regular fuel too since it burns faster.

Yup.
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