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What's New
1. STM Slipper Clutch for Shiver, Dorsoduro 750
2. Driven Racing Rearsets For RSV4
3. OEM Aprilia Clutch Kit
4. Titanium Hex Head Bolt M8x30
5. Used Titanium Hex Socket Bolt M5x20
6. Used Titanium Hex Socket Bolt M5x16
7. Used Titanium Hex Socket Bolt M4x15
8. Used Titanium Hex Socket Bolt M4x10
9. Used Titanium Hex Socket Bolt M6x20
10. Used Titanium M6 Self Locking Nut w/Flange
11. Used Titanium Hex Head Bolt w/Flange M6x70
12. Used Titanium Hex Head Bolt w/Flange M8x40
13. Used Titanium Hex Head Bolt w/Flange M8x15
14. Titanium Hex Socket Bolt M10x55
15. Titanium Hex Head Bolt M8x35
16. Titanium Hex Socket Bolt M10x30
17. Titanium Hex Socket Bolt M10x35
18. Titanium Hex Socket Bolt M8x20
19. Titanium Safety Wire Drilled Hex Head Bolt M10x55
20. Titanium Hex Socket Bolt M8x25




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AF1 Racing Dyno Tuning

AF1 Racing is an authorized Factory Pro Tuning Center featuring the latest in tuning technologies to enhance the performance of your motorcycle. We are capable of tuning just about anything with two wheels.

  • Factory Pro EC997A Dynamometer with 4-gas EGA
  • State-of-the-art Dyno Room
  • Highly Skilled and Knowledgeable Dyno Operators
  • Sportbikes, Cruisers, Scooters, Motards, and Dirtbikes
  • We Tune Championship Winning Motorcycles

Our Dyno Service is open by appointment only. Call toll-free 877.626.3966 or email for an appointment.

Labor Rate:

  • $100 per hour for dynamometer time with dyno operator.
  • $75 Base Line Run only

Eddy-Current Chassis Dynamometer Information

To get the most horsepower and performance out of your engine, AF1 Racing utilizes the latest in dynamometer technology. We exclusively use the Factory Pro EC997a eddy-current low-inertia dynamometer. An eddy-current style of dynamometer is far superior to an inertia-style dynamometer (most DynoJet dynes) in terms of its accuracy and capabilities. An inertia-style dyno is a glorified accelerometer, while an eddy-current dynamometer provides real-world loading of the engine. Only a true eddy-current style of dynamometer is capable of step-tests, where the eddy-current brake holds the engine at specific RPM data points and measures HP and torque in real-time steady-state. Testing steady-state, where drum acceleration equals zero, is the only way to get accurate EGA data, True horsepower readings, and real-world loading. Having the capability to tune steady-state is the only way to accurately tune EFI-equipped motorcycles and flatslide carburetors.

HP = (Torque x RPM) / 5252 and Torque = (HP x 5252) / RPM

An inertia style dynamometer measures HP and torque by calculating the acceleration of a heavy drum during a rapid sweep test. You cannot hold steady-state on an inertia dynamometer (accelerometer) making EFI and flatslide tuning impossible at best. How does one test highway cruise and part throttle when you have to accelerate the drum just to get a reading? An eddy-current dynamometer measures rear wheel torque with a load cell while the engine is loaded steady-state at any specific RPM we choose. Think of it like a giant torque wrench where the brake provides resistance against the force of the tire. After measuring torque with the load cell on an eddy-current dynamometer, calculating HP is easy. Horsepower is a simple function of torque and RPM.

Our dynamometer also features a super light roller that is quick to react to load changes and power outputs, which enables us to very precisely tune EFI-equipped bikes, and flatslide carburetors. Our Factory Pro eddy-current dynamometer is not affected by gearing changes, wheel inertia changes, tires sizes, or tire pressures. It reads True HP corrected to SAE atmospheric conditions. It is 0.2 HP accurate every single day, every single run ever done at any Factory Pro tuning center. We can accurately compare any two sessions any Factory Pro dynamometer has ever done. No other machine comes close to its repeatability and accuracy. Expect your HP numbers to be around 12-17% lower with our dynamometer when compared to inertia-type dynes commonly used in magazines and at other shops. Our machine can run anything from scooters, cruisers, HDs, dirtbikes with knobbies, two strokes, and AMA Superbikes.

Diagnostic Dynamometer Session with 4-gas EGA

  • Full throttle step tests done at specific RPM increments to measure true maximum HP and Torque steady state with 4-gas EGA.
  • Diagnostic steady-state step tests at various 75%, 50%, 25%, and 10% throttle openings and at various RPM data points with 4-gas EGA. These tests simulate real-world medium to light engine loads, part throttle cruise, and off-idle responses.
  • Idle mixture analysis with 4-gas EGA. Test will show how to improve idle quality
  • Printouts of data. All your data is archived with us for comparison to future runs.
  • Interpretation of the results and suggestions for improvement

The 4-gas EGA measures %CO, %CO2, HC (ppm), and %O2. Using a 4-gas EGA and not a Lambda (A/F) sensor is the most accurate way of collecting exhaust gas data. We have the only dynamometer in Central Texas that can do this.

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OEM Aprilia Carbon Fiber Seat Cowl
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OEM Aprilia Carbon Fiber Seat Cowl

Aprilia Accessories carbon fiber seat cowl for '06-'089RSVR, RSVR Factory, and '06-'09 Tuono.

Our Price: $164.99

Ohlins RSVR Fully Adjustable Rear Shock
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Ohlins RSVR Fully Adjustable Rear Shock

Upgrade the rear shock on your '04-'09 RSVR or '06-'10 Tuono to Factory spec with this fully adjustable Ohlins shock. A perfect match for the Ohlins Supersport valving kit for Showa front forks.

Our Price: $1,099.99

Aprilia Akrapovic RSVR Full System -#8796999
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Aprilia Akrapovic RSVR Full System -#8796999

OEM Aprilia Akrapovic RSVR Full System for '04-'09 RSVR, Factory, and '06-'09 Tuono. Titanium silencers, Stainless headers.

Our Price: $2,399.99

Carbon Fiber Tank Cover for RSV4 and Tuono V4
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Carbon Fiber Tank Cover for RSV4 and Tuono V4

Carbon Fiber Tank Cover for RSV4 and Tuono V4 Gorgeous and thick carbon weave with a durable glossy clearcoat. This is some of the nicest carbon we've seen.

Our Price: $149.99

RhinoMoto Fork Sliders for Front Axle
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RhinoMoto Fork Sliders for Front Axle

RhinoMoto Fork Sliders for 11-12 Tuono V4, 09-12 RSV4, 98-03 Mille, Mille-R, 04-09 RSVR, RSVR Factory, 06-10 Tuono, '00-'03 Falco, 02-05 Tuono, 01-04 Futura, 98-04 RS250, 08-11 Shiver, 08-11 Mana, Mana GT, 09-11 Dorsoduro

Our Price: $64.99

InvisiGard 01-03 Mille Paint Protection Film Kit
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InvisiGard 01-03 Mille Paint Protection Film Kit

Protect your paint with this clear film pre-cut specifc for the '01-'03 Mille.

Our Price: $82.99

01-02 RSV Mille Rear Seat Bumper Pad -#8129293
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01-02 RSV Mille Rear Seat Bumper Pad -#8129293

Found only on the rear set cowl of a 2001-2002 RSV Mille

Our Price: $28.99

OEM Aprilia Nera Front Wheel Red Magnesium
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OEM Aprilia Nera Front Wheel Red Magnesium

Aprilia Accessories O.Z. Red Magnesium front wheel. Standard equipment on the super rare '04 RSVR Nera.

Our Price: $2,599.99

Carbon Fiber Passenger Seat Cowl for RSV4
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Carbon Fiber Passenger Seat Cowl for RSV4

Gorgeous and thick carbon weave with a durable glossy clearcoat. This is some of the nicest carbon we've seen. *Does not include seat pad or mount base

Our Price: $99.99

OEM Aprilia Rear Saddle Access Cover -#8138947
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OEM Aprilia Rear Saddle Access Cover -#8138947

This is the map pocket door found under the rear seat cowl of '01-'03 Mille and Mille-R.

Our Price: $22.99




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