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All I can say is WoW!! I got my Stage 2 kit from Holeshot on 12-28-07 that night when I got off work me and my Bud started to put the kit in around 12:45am EST by 5:30am it was done!We followed Dales instructions to a T and with much surprise the bike started on the first try! took bike out the next day no adjustments needed, only did  a carb sync. This kit ROCKS! it really woke up the sleeping giant, very smooth through all rpm range and revs much faster! Power increase was simply amazing for a jet kit.Also ordered Dales AIS remove,15tooth sprocket. I highly recomened this kit for all FZ1 owners.Thanks Dale for a awesome kit it was well worth the money spent!!

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Dale,
I installed your rear shock strut this summer along with some high  mount rear set footpegs and a high oval exhaust for more ground  clearance. What a difference!  Then I added competition front brake pads and Pirelli Corsa III tires and promptly dropped 7  seconds per lap off my best track lap time.  Wow. It still feels  a little bit like a truck compared to a friends R1,  but a very  fast truck.  ;-)  I can circulate in the upper range of the  intermediate group at most track days here in Spokane.
   Thanks for the parts and advice--it has really enhanced the experience.

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Hi Dale, I just installed the AIS kit this weekend. Nicely done.  Everything fit, the caps are sweet and the instructions were very  clear and well illustrated. No more cursing to change plugs! I'm  actually looking forward to checking the valves next time. I'm  considering the fork brace set up next.

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Dale,
Your kit is "Awesome"  My FZ1 was a Lemon from the factory, it ran horrible and kept fouling plugs every 300 miles. I made lots of trips to the Yamaha Dealer with no resolution. One year of warranty nightmare.  After installing your kit, it runs great with lots of increased power. It even idles smooth.  Thank you very much.

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All I can say is that I'm all shits & giggles on the improvement it made to my bike -

a) I disliked the low rpm drivability of the FZ, especially if riding on slow MPH twisties. It is very hard to keep the rpm's up with the tall gearing on the FZ. Dale's kit provides way more low rpm torque and HP which dramatically improves driveability and drive in the low/mid rpm's.

b) I had the 'buzz' in that 4500-5000 rpm range. So much so, that I might as well have taken the mirrors off. With Dale's kit, this 'buzz' is gone - I can actually see out of the mirrors.

c) I wanted more linear throttle response. That sudden 'kick' after 5000 rpm just wasn't what I wanted to experience when riding. That dip is gone. In fact, the power curve is linear and strong from idle all the way through redline. I witnessed the charts from the dyno, and can say it also looks really good on paper. The timing advancer showed the improvement per Dale's illustration. The bike is so smooth now, that coupled w/Curtis' suspension upgrades, long trips are much more pleasurable and effortless.

A side benefit was that these performance gains did not appear to affect my gas mileage. I averaged 45 MPG on a ride down Hwy 1 to Big Sur at what I would call a decent clip...

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I tried the 3 deg. Ignition advancer. Wow... what a difference

First thing I noticed was I don't have to set the rev's to 2000 or more rpm's and slip the clutch. Just ease the clutch out at 1500 rpm's and it pulls to a start strongly

Power and torque are up all through the rev range, but especially down low.

Smooth idle, no overheating, no fouled plugs, 0 to 5000 ft., nothing but sh*t eating grins

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Dale-
I put on your 14" Holeshot muffler last year, and this year I installed your Jet Kit. I would consider myself and most people around me very anal retentive, and to tell you the truth, I wasn't expecting all that much from the Jet Kit. All I can say after installing it is that I have a permanent grin that I haven't been able to get rid of since installing it. I've had it for a few weeks and it's exactly as advertised.

Thanks-
Leland

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Dale,
I own a 2001 FZ1. A friend & I recently installed your jet kit and slip on pipe. What a difference!!!!!! Performance seemed to have improved thrughout the entire RPM range, from just off idle to red line. Really woke this FZ1 up! I'm very happy with the products and performance.

Don Miller, Osteen Fl.

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Dale's stage 1 jet kit made a really nice improvement on my FZ-1. I installed the kit myself in about 6 hours. I only had to buy a couple extra inexpensive tools (which were well worth it) and some other materials. Once the carburetors were out, it was a simple job. I did have a local shop install the ignition advancer which cost me $30 in labor only because I did not own a impact gun to break the bolt loose.

The FZ now idles and runs much more smoothly with no sudden surges -- just smooth, fast power all the way to 11,000 rpms! It is really fast. Response is very linear and predictable. Throttle control is much easier with a very smooth and silky feel. I also bought his black slip-on which looks fantastic! It's about 1/3 of the size of the factory slip-on (and about 4 lbs. lighter) and really enhances the looks of the bike. The people who have seen it comment on how sharp it looks and what a big improvement it is over the original. I was worried that Dale's slip-on would be too loud in my residential neighborhood, but I was wrong. It has a very mellow and a lower growly sound without being loud at all -- I like that!

Dale was extremely good about answering questions, providing directions and returning phone calls. He was definitely there if I had any questions. I would highly recommend his jet kit and pipe as an easy to install kit that gets an immediate improvement on the fun level of the bike!!

Thanks again, and I hope to get up your way on my bike one of these days and drop in!

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Dale, thanks for the info when we talked a couple weeks ago. Weather here hasn't been very cooperative, but I have had the FZ1 out a few times.

As I mentioned when we spoke, the full exhaust system (header + pipe) with stage 1 jet kit is just stunning! The baseline settings seem just about perfect. Idle is smooth at 1200 RPM and the bike pulls smoothly and strongly just off idle. I don't know about dyno traces showing a loss of torque from 2500 to 3500 RPM or so, but you just DON'T feel it under real riding conditions. To me, the motor actually feels stronger in this range since it pulls through so much more quickly than even with the jet kit and slipon, although riding around at 2500 to 4000 RPM is also just effortless. As you say, power comes on really strong at about 7500 RPM. And I sure don't miss the EXUP, either.

This is a great, well engineered product!

Wayne Jansen (FZ1OA Fastdoc)

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Hello Dale,
I thought I'd give you some feedback, on you products. I have a 2001 FZ-1 with a jet kit from the other popular guy that sells jet kits for FZ-1's. I liked your A.I.R. kit better (no tapping) and I wanted to try an ignition advancer. I had zero problems installing either one, the quality was first rate, and the instruction's were right on. I used the impact method on the Advancer. The A.I.R. kit really cleans up the motor, and the caps fit perfect. The Timining Advancer made a surprising difference, my bike starts easy, idle's more smoothly, and runs better than it ever has. I knew something made a difference right off, because after it warmed up, I had to slow the idle down (it had picked up 3 or 4 hundred rpm). Thanks for the great products!

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The FZ1 stole my heart when it came out in the Liquid Silver. I didn't mind doing a tap dance on the shifter because I had convinced myself that her handling and looks were the reason for the purchase. Now I have the Carb Kit, Time Advancer, Highrise Pipe installed among other items from Holeshot. The results are so amazing that it's nearly unbelievable! I mean WOW! She purrs when I'm mellow on the throttle, and flat gets with the product when I romp on it. I'm talking Warp Speed baby! Pick a gear, any gear! Looks, Handling and Power, a REAL classic triple threat. You are to be commended and have already been recommended to my speeder acquaintences. Ordering was very pleasant and quality was top-notch. Insructions were easy too. Great work all around, Thanks kindly. Sincerely, Kurt R.

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I want to say, "thank you" for your great exhaust. It, and my other ordered parts all arrived sooner than I expected. It went on easy with your directions. It looks and sounds just as I had dreamed it would. On my ride today(sunday) I got alotta looks and some very positive comments. With all the choices out there and a decision to be made.....I know I made the correct one.
Thanks again, Bill Wheatley
FZ1 high mount slip-on

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Dale, got the jet kit, AIS removal, timing advancer & TPS installed and set up accordingly and THIS FOCKER RIPS NOW!!!! I never expected such an increase in response, torque and POWER!! THANKS A MILLION!!!!!!!!!! Looking to get a steering stabilizer and fork brace and it'll be about finished (for now). Going to the FZ1OA gathering at Fontana this weekend, I race MTB there also - GREAT AREA FOR THIS EVENT. Guess it's a bit far for you to travel to - would have enjoyed meeting you. Don't worry, there will be plenty of people there that will hear of my experiences w/ you and Holeshot if they haven't already heard of, or contacted you, themselves! (don't know how they haven't already) I'll be in touch and thank everyone there for the help too. VERY PLEASED CUSTOMER HERE...

P.S. The carb removal/ reinstall was the worst part of the job, had to do it 3X for various reasons that were my fault. GLAD TO BE THRU...

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Hi Dale, just got around to fitting the jet kit and ignition advancer to my fazer 1000, i have to say i'm impressed, who'd have thought a simple jet kit could make such a difference it really wakes the bike up a bit. I'm still using the stock silencer(muffler) as the police here are ultra strict about noise, the instructions were great to a home mechanic like myself. I didn't need the drill bit as the mixture screws are not sealed off on UK bikes, i set the bike up using your base settings for my elevation and the 'rough' setting feels just about spot on as the bike still runs like it left the factory, albeit a bit quicker!! Over the next couple of weeks i'll check the mixtures to see if i can fine tune the carbs although, to be honest i don't think it'll need much work as the bike rides so well already.
Thanks again,
Jim

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Finally Installed Jet Kit

Got around to installing my stage one Holeshot Jet Kit/Advancer. The kit and instructions were very well laid out. Since I am running the stock exhaust and prefer to leave it in the "Stealth Mode", I called Dale and inquired about the initial settings to get them as close as possible. I followed his instructions to the letter. However, I did remove the cables so I could work on the carbs on my work bench. After reassembly, I fired it up, let it warm up, set the idle speed, performed a carb sync, shut it down and reset the TPS. Just to be sure, refired and double checked sync and idle speed. Then came the most fun part, the test ride. In short, the results are: It's not cold blooded anymore
It runs smoother at all RPM's
It pulls a lot harder in all the useable parts of the power band
Fuel mileage is 3-4 MPG higher than it's ever been
All this on 87 octane Regular (before and after on same fuel)

Can't speak to any other kits for the FZ1 since this is the only one I've personally tried but I can tell you I am very pleased with this one.

I also purchased the 90 degree pilot screw adjusting tool and can tell you it's a quality piece that makes adjusting the pilot screws a breeze. I love having nice tools and this is a beauty.

Thanks Dale

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Dale,

I finished my install of your Stage 1 jet kit on my FZ1, and love it to death! I runs so smooth, and the smooth roll on power is pure delight! I'm a bit mystified how jets smaller than stock will do this, but it really doesn't matter. I set it exactly how you told me to start with at my altitude in Denver CO, it runs great. Do have one question though, regarding cold starts and idle. I set the pilots at 3 1/4 turns out like you told me to, and it starts better than it did stock. It is still just a little bit cold blooded at the beginning, I'm not sure if your stage 1 is supposed to cure that, is it? It only takes about 1/2 choke to start it, sometimes it dies shortly afterwards, til the second hit of the starter. Will an adjustment at the pilots make any improvement of the cold starts, maybe in a 1/4? Still, it starts a whole lot better than it did stock, which is great. Keep you the fantastic work, and thanks for all your help!

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Hi Dale,

Just wanted to let you know that im very pleased with your high mount slip on in the black paint. Its a perfect touch with my 04 Blue FZ1. Seems like a real head turner. I also had a local shop install the jet kit and man what a difference. Wheelies like you wouldn't believe with out of the hole performance that I just wouldn't think i could get out of this bike. Thanks for the help and your willingness to help out if I needed it.

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Hi Dale,

Ok first off....
I bought your Stage 1 Jet Kit for my 2003 Yamaha FZ1. A friend and I installed it with relatively no problems over the course of two nights after work. I must say WOW! What a difference. The FZ1 runs much, much smoother. It starts, and idles much better, not to mention parking lot speeds are easier to negotiate, with out having to rev it up and slip the clutch. I must say, I love my FZ1 a lot more, thanks to your kit. THANK YOU! I also plan on upgrading to your high mount slip-on pipe in the future. Your products are the real deal, and I would totally recommend them to anyone.

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I got the exaust in today. I put it on right away. The look is awsome. I have a blue fizy and the black and white go perfect. I polished the pipe and then came the best part. I started the bike. Man what a difference. The sound brings a smile to my face when I think about it. I love it. I can't wait to get the jet kit to go with it. Thank you for a product above and beyond the rest. cheers and keep up the good work.

Sincerely, another satisfied customer.

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I have used your products on 2 Vmaxs and now my FZ1. I am 150% satified with the performance and quality of your products. The Holeshot jet kit, timing advancer and exhaust made my 02 FZ1 run incredibly smoother and as expected like a bat out of hell. The instructions were very clear and the recommended setup was on the mark. Most importantly, I recently had a rattle in the muffler which I called about and talked directly to Dale. I sent this back and it was immediately fixed and returned to me. Dale even called to let me know when he was done. I just wanted to say that your customer service even surpases your incredible products. Any time I have had a question about installation or parts, Dale himself usually addresses it. Its not you find a business that is run this well. Holeshot Inc has been and will always be my first and foremost choice for their top notch products and unsurpassable customer support. Keep up the good work!

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Dear Dale:

Just want you to know, I instal a FZ1 jet kit and ignition advance on my 2003 Fazer 1000, I think mine is an euro model, becouse of the colors(tank total yellow, front fender black, engine black, speed on kms.). The bike has a Yoshimura Tri oval carbon slip on.

At first I did not understad the instructions, but latter I discover that my FZ1 came with nedles that already had steps to lower or higher the clip as you like. Them I did not use your shims, but I put the needle clip at the same high that you said in yours instructions and install the jets from your kit. The bike works great, no problem 1500 to 3000 rpm, very strong at higher rpm. I am very satisfy.

Before, I had instaled IVAN jet kits on another 3 bikes, also in one FZ1 for my use (it was destroy by a friend testing the bike), but now that I have try both jet kits, I can tell you that I prefer yours becouse is very ease to instal and the bike increase the mileage a little like you said. Your instructions are very very good.

Thanks for taken your time to design this kits and made an already good bike a much better one.

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Dale, all I can say is WOOOHOOO!! I'm amazed at how much better my bike runs, starts, pulls, and performs with your kit.
Thanks for your help and taking the time to make outstanding quality components.
All the positive comments about your kit I've found to be true. I just wonder why I hadn't done this before. The number 1 best thing anyone can do to improve their FZ is to rejet it...number 1.5 is to pipe it! Outstanding product!
Thanks Dale!!

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Dale, I completed the FZ1 jet kit installation. I used 3 shims and set the idle mixture at 3 turns. Set the TPS and Carb Synch.

The bike runs great. No hesitation, tons of power, lost all the fuz in the mirrors, ect.......just as advertised.

Thanks.

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Okay...I FINALLY got home and had enough time to complete the installation of the pipe. I have to say WTF is going on? Okay...I'll start by saying it looks the business. I ABSOLUTELY love it! Then...I cranked it up...it sounds WAY better than the Yosh. A little edgier...deeper...throatier. I don't know how to describe it...it's better though. Now...here's the WTF...I rode it. Dale, I don't possibly see how changing from one pipe with a 2" hole to another pipe with a 2" hole can make any difference...but the bike simply PLOWS through the tachometer! I PROMISE it is screaming along better...and smoother as well. It's like butter! Am I dreaming this or what? How can a different pipe make this much difference??? The fit and finish is actually better than the Yosh...but I still can't get over the performance change...the bike is almost scary now. Please explain how this can be...or tell me that I am just stoked about the looks of the new pipe and I am imagining the rest.

Thanks and Ride Safe

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The HoleShot Stage 1 kit with advancer was well worth the effort. The most difficult part of the installation was removing and installing the carb's. (the advancer would of been easier with an air impact gun but not impossible) The rest of the carb work was a piece of cake. The SS allen head screws for the float bowls was a nice touch. I set the floats as per the instructions, shimmed the needles, replaced the main jets as recommended for my altitude and set the mixture screws at 3 turns. Ran Perfect!!

Easy starting. No choke required on a warm day and no throttle required when the bike is warm. Just touch the starter and the engine comes to life.

No more gas smell when you enter the garage.

Power is more controllable and smooth along the whole curve.

All the surging has dissappeared.

All mirror buzz has dissappeared except a very slight amount right at 3000 rpm's.

When you do crank the throttle, the power is instant. No more reving required from a dead stop, just a little throttle.

Customer service couldn't be better.

No pinging with 87 octane.

100% satisfaction.

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Hi Dale
The new pilot jets turned up. I put them in and set the carbs up to your base settings. All I can say is WOW! Your stage 1 kit and advancer has really woken my FZ1 up! Your base settings were spot on, the bike idles very smooth, (lumpy idle has gone), bogging down just off idle has gone. No more slipping clutch to get going, just let clutch out and the bike pulls smooth and strong all the way to red line. The vibration at about 4000-5000 rpm has gone, fuel economy has gone up from 13-14 kilometers per litre to 20 kilometers per litre. I want to say thankyou for a great product, and your service is outstanding. I am 150% satisfied with the way the bike is running. I will put a post about all this in the forum shortly.

Thanks again.