Bone stock the day I bought it. 1000 miles on the clock, a dead battery & flat tires.
![Land vehicle Vehicle Motor vehicle Car Automotive tire]()
And one of the old bike this one is replacing, an xs1100.
![Land vehicle Motorcycle Vehicle Motorcycling Motor vehicle]()
And one of the old bike this one is replacing, an xs1100.
Psycoreefer's XSR900 - scrambler-ish
Well, looks like I'm doing a lot of mods so I guess it makes sense to post a build thread. First several posts will be stuff that is already done and I'll try to keep a list of all the mods up-to-date here in the first post for those looking at what I've used.
I had a hard time initially convincing myself to get the XSR, I've been wanting a Ducati Scrambler and the 1100cc & desert sled models really appealed to me. In addition to that I also loved the look/idea of Triumph Scramber 1200, the classic looks of the Honda CB1100 and the Kawasaki Z900RS. After doing a lot of research and test rides I finally settled on the XSR. The Ducati's require too frequent of maintenance for my taste, I'd rather be riding than adjusting valves. The Triumph was a blast, but while I love the look of the high exhaust, it also felt hot on my leg even after a short ride and it was also out of my price range. The CB1100 simply didn't 'feel' like a more modern bike than my current xs1100, riding it felt about the same and I really wanted something that handled better than my current bike. Finally the Z900RS is the only bike I ruled out with out riding it - I simply couldn't find one under 12k which was about 2x my budget.
My goal with this build is to turn my XSR into something a little closer to the ducati scrambler, or the triumph street scrambler. A tough do-it-all bike with modern performance and still capable of long back-roads trips. My primary off-highway use is fire roads and unpaved streets which tend to be pretty manageable even with a street only bike, so a lot of my modifications are going to be focused on comfort and protection.
Items added so far:
Radiator Guard - Link
Kick stand foot pad - Link
ECU Flashed by VcycleNut - Link
Adjustable/Extendable/Foldable levers - Link
Two Brothers S1R exhaust - Used - Link
Bar end mirror adapters - Link
Mosko Moto Reckless 80 adventure luggage - Used - Link
Gauge Screen protector
Anti-Gravity ATZ10 Lithium Battery - Link
Laam custom seat - Link - Review
Shinko 705 Tires - Link
K-tech Razor R rear shock - Used - Link
Higdonion Gen 1 trail cage - Link - Review
Fork Cartridges - ordered GP 25mm kit - Link - install
SaferTurn brake & turn signal modules - Link
DRL/Blinker LED Fork strip things - Link
Tracer 900 GT Left switch cluster - Link - install
TST Gen 2 Flasher Relay - Link
Amazon Highway Pegs - Link
Hondo Garage 'Juiced Squeeze' phone mount - Link
Sprint Filter P08 - Link
Tracer/FJ09 Passenger Peg brackets - Link - #42 & #49
StickerMan 'Rapid' reflective red rim tape - Link
Morimoto Sealed 7 2.0 LED head light - Used - Link
Ventura Rack 'Pack' Rack - Link
Items planed or pending install:
MT09 swing arm mount license plate
Cruise Control
Tracer Seat
2021 Ride by wire right Hand controls - cable elimination.
Items removed:
Factory front turn signals
Factory flasher relay (rapid flash with LEDs)
Stock Reflectors
Bar risers - Link - need longer cables
Bridge Stone AX41S tires - Link - worn out ~ 4500 on the rear and 7000 on the front
National Cycle F16 sport wind screen - Used - Link - broken during tip over
Bar end mirrors & Signals - Link - broken during tip over - never got wired up.
7" Round universal headlight with 'grill' - Link - Too dim, LED headlight not compatable
Factory Plastic clutch side cover - to expose 'Yamaha' casting.
Shinko 705 Rear Tire - Link- Worn out ~ 7500 miles.
How it looks today:
![Tire Wheel Land vehicle Vehicle Fuel tank]()
I had a hard time initially convincing myself to get the XSR, I've been wanting a Ducati Scrambler and the 1100cc & desert sled models really appealed to me. In addition to that I also loved the look/idea of Triumph Scramber 1200, the classic looks of the Honda CB1100 and the Kawasaki Z900RS. After doing a lot of research and test rides I finally settled on the XSR. The Ducati's require too frequent of maintenance for my taste, I'd rather be riding than adjusting valves. The Triumph was a blast, but while I love the look of the high exhaust, it also felt hot on my leg even after a short ride and it was also out of my price range. The CB1100 simply didn't 'feel' like a more modern bike than my current xs1100, riding it felt about the same and I really wanted something that handled better than my current bike. Finally the Z900RS is the only bike I ruled out with out riding it - I simply couldn't find one under 12k which was about 2x my budget.
My goal with this build is to turn my XSR into something a little closer to the ducati scrambler, or the triumph street scrambler. A tough do-it-all bike with modern performance and still capable of long back-roads trips. My primary off-highway use is fire roads and unpaved streets which tend to be pretty manageable even with a street only bike, so a lot of my modifications are going to be focused on comfort and protection.
Items added so far:
Radiator Guard - Link
Kick stand foot pad - Link
ECU Flashed by VcycleNut - Link
Adjustable/Extendable/Foldable levers - Link
Two Brothers S1R exhaust - Used - Link
Bar end mirror adapters - Link
Mosko Moto Reckless 80 adventure luggage - Used - Link
Gauge Screen protector
Anti-Gravity ATZ10 Lithium Battery - Link
Laam custom seat - Link - Review
Shinko 705 Tires - Link
K-tech Razor R rear shock - Used - Link
Higdonion Gen 1 trail cage - Link - Review
Fork Cartridges - ordered GP 25mm kit - Link - install
SaferTurn brake & turn signal modules - Link
DRL/Blinker LED Fork strip things - Link
Tracer 900 GT Left switch cluster - Link - install
TST Gen 2 Flasher Relay - Link
Amazon Highway Pegs - Link
Hondo Garage 'Juiced Squeeze' phone mount - Link
Sprint Filter P08 - Link
Tracer/FJ09 Passenger Peg brackets - Link - #42 & #49
StickerMan 'Rapid' reflective red rim tape - Link
Morimoto Sealed 7 2.0 LED head light - Used - Link
Ventura Rack 'Pack' Rack - Link
Items planed or pending install:
MT09 swing arm mount license plate
Cruise Control
Tracer Seat
2021 Ride by wire right Hand controls - cable elimination.
Items removed:
Factory front turn signals
Factory flasher relay (rapid flash with LEDs)
Stock Reflectors
Bar risers - Link - need longer cables
Bridge Stone AX41S tires - Link - worn out ~ 4500 on the rear and 7000 on the front
National Cycle F16 sport wind screen - Used - Link - broken during tip over
Bar end mirrors & Signals - Link - broken during tip over - never got wired up.
7" Round universal headlight with 'grill' - Link - Too dim, LED headlight not compatable
Factory Plastic clutch side cover - to expose 'Yamaha' casting.
Shinko 705 Rear Tire - Link- Worn out ~ 7500 miles.
How it looks today:
1 - 20 of 57 Posts
First mod was adding the f16 wind screen...this was recycled from a previous bike. It fits, but it's a bit too large, I'll probably replace it down the line with something smaller.
![Motor vehicle Automotive lighting Vehicle Motorcycle Headlamp]()
![Land vehicle Vehicle Motorcycle Car Motor vehicle]()
Next up I did the radiator guard, gauge protector, kick stand foot, and battery. I went with an anti-gravity restart battery which is supposed to have built in drain protection. This will allow me to not carry a jumper pack while traveling.
![Auto part Automotive lighting Headlamp Rim Vehicle]()
![]()
![Radiator Auto part Automotive exterior Vehicle Engine]()
At this point I received my higdonion trail cage in the mail. I attempted to mount the cage and it didn't fit. I contacted Higdonion and they are working with me to get a replacment cage sent out. Pics below of the cage & the measurements I took. The holes in the cage appear to be off by about 1/8th of an inch center to center.
![Pipe Auto part Bicycle frame Vehicle Metal]()
![Tire Vehicle Automotive tire Auto part Wheel]()
![Auto part Engine Automotive engine part Hand Vehicle]()
![Technology Art Wire Street art]()
![Bicycle part Bmx bike Bicycle Bicycle frame Vehicle]()
![Auto part Tire Brake Vehicle Engine]()
![Bicycle part Tire Bicycle wheel Wheel Bicycle]()
![Auto part Tire Vehicle Automotive tire Wheel]()
Next up I found some Mosko Moto adventure touring bags for sale locally on facebook. I'd been looking at these or the 'giantloop' style bags for a while because I wanted something with the following properties:
1. Easy to take on/off the bike
2. Doesn't require a bunch of bike-specific brackets & hangers
3. Universal - works with other bikes
4. Rugged
5. Waterproof
6. Enough space for a 2 week trip
This is the 'reckless 80L' system V2. It lacks some of the adjustability of the V3 system that is currently being sold but I got these for about 20% of the new retail price. They had 1 manufacturing defect and 2 weeks of off-road use by the PO which included a little bit of heat damage and a bunch of dust.
I have about 250 miles on the bike with the bags installed and so far I'm happy. I think that the 40L system would be a better fit for the XSR - this 80L is really made for a bigger ADV bike, and I lack good places to strap the luggage down at. My plan is to add some tie-down loops and possibly a rear rack in the future to provide some additional options.
This is a pic of the defect - this strap wasn't fully captured in the seam on the bag - mosko's support has been outstanding in fixing the issue even though I wasn't the original purchaser. If you buy used mosko bags get the seller to provide you with the order number - that is all Mosko needs to warranty their products.
![Finger Hand Textile Thumb]()
![Airsoft Hand Recreation Adventure Airsoft gun]()
This is my 'spare fuel' bottle - its a 1 gallon min-keg or growler. Its all stainless steel and I replace the sealing o-ring on the lid with a fuel-proof one from NAPA. It fits nicely in one of the pockets on the mosko bags. I may order another one of these containers and use it for Water on the other side.
![Auto part Cylinder]()
![Asphalt Automotive wheel system Auto part Wheel]()
These are my mounting points - I spent a grand total of 5 minutes putting these on the first time - it all mounts using cam straps.
![Auto part Vehicle Tire Automotive tire Pipe]()
![Bumper Auto part Vehicle Tire Automotive wheel system]()
![Tire Vehicle Automotive tire Wheel Auto part]()
This is how the bags look on the bike when Full. The bags are basically a bunch of pockets and then Mosko provides roll-top dry bags that fit the pockts. 100% water-proof.
![Vehicle Car Crash Family car Minivan]()
![Motor vehicle Motorcycle Vehicle Automotive tire Mode of transport]()
This is my only complaint at this point - the bags have to be position right at the edge of the seat to fit. I didn't find that they were rubbing or bothering me in this position, but that could change on a longer ride.
![Webbing Personal protective equipment]()
1. Easy to take on/off the bike
2. Doesn't require a bunch of bike-specific brackets & hangers
3. Universal - works with other bikes
4. Rugged
5. Waterproof
6. Enough space for a 2 week trip
This is the 'reckless 80L' system V2. It lacks some of the adjustability of the V3 system that is currently being sold but I got these for about 20% of the new retail price. They had 1 manufacturing defect and 2 weeks of off-road use by the PO which included a little bit of heat damage and a bunch of dust.
I have about 250 miles on the bike with the bags installed and so far I'm happy. I think that the 40L system would be a better fit for the XSR - this 80L is really made for a bigger ADV bike, and I lack good places to strap the luggage down at. My plan is to add some tie-down loops and possibly a rear rack in the future to provide some additional options.
This is a pic of the defect - this strap wasn't fully captured in the seam on the bag - mosko's support has been outstanding in fixing the issue even though I wasn't the original purchaser. If you buy used mosko bags get the seller to provide you with the order number - that is all Mosko needs to warranty their products.
This is my 'spare fuel' bottle - its a 1 gallon min-keg or growler. Its all stainless steel and I replace the sealing o-ring on the lid with a fuel-proof one from NAPA. It fits nicely in one of the pockets on the mosko bags. I may order another one of these containers and use it for Water on the other side.
These are my mounting points - I spent a grand total of 5 minutes putting these on the first time - it all mounts using cam straps.
This is how the bags look on the bike when Full. The bags are basically a bunch of pockets and then Mosko provides roll-top dry bags that fit the pockts. 100% water-proof.
This is my only complaint at this point - the bags have to be position right at the edge of the seat to fit. I didn't find that they were rubbing or bothering me in this position, but that could change on a longer ride.
I wanted to try some shorty lever so I purchased the cheapest set I could find. These are actually quite nice, the quality is higher than I expected, but I think I would prefer an even shorter clutch lever.
![Vehicle Motorcycle Motorcycle accessories Auto part Automotive tire]()
![Vehicle Technology Motorcycle Car Auto part]()
![Vehicle Motorcycle Motor vehicle Car Motorcycle accessories]()
No longer recomended - see later update post
I found the exhaust a bit to loud so I made my own silencer.
This is the P1X with an additional length of 1.25" brass sink drain attached. The drain pipe is a snug slip fit but I added a couple sheet metal screws to ensure it doesn't fall off. Finally I crushed the pipe a bit for even less volume.
![Electronics Technology Wood Electronic device Soil]()
![Electronics Wood Camera Boombox Cameras & optics]()
![Plastic]()
![Auto part]()
This is the P1X with an additional length of 1.25" brass sink drain attached. The drain pipe is a snug slip fit but I added a couple sheet metal screws to ensure it doesn't fall off. Finally I crushed the pipe a bit for even less volume.
I couldn't see anything besides my shoulders and elbows out of the stock mirrors. I wasn't sure if I would like bar end mirrors so I bought some super cheap ones on eBay to try out. This is how they look all mounted up on the bike. Initial impression after a short test ride and riding to work is that they are functional. The fit & finish is about what you would expect to get for 20 bucks. I don't notice any major vibration and the image in the mirrors isn't distorted or anything. They look good now but I don't expect the black finish to hold up well over time.
![Vehicle Motorcycle Mode of transport Car Parking]()
![Motor vehicle Mode of transport Transport Vehicle Automotive tire]()
![Vehicle Car Motorcycle Road]()
The mirrors I ordered also come with led bar end signals. My hope is that these will be bright enough that I can replace the factory signals. Haven't wired them up yet so I'm not sure how well they work.
The mirrors come with the standard universal rubber expansion bushing type mount.
This is what they look like with the nut & rubber bushing removed. Beside the mirror is the bar end adapter I ordered to mount them with. The adapter came with m6x1 threads and my mirrors had m8x1 bolts so i drilled and re-tapped the adapters for the correct thread. I did not have any issues with the throttle tube binding using these adapters and mirrors.
![Rear-view mirror Wheel Automotive mirror]()
Everything just screws together so this is all the parts 'exploded' out.
![Auto part Wheel]()
And this is how it looks all ready to mount onto the bike.
![Automotive mirror Rear-view mirror Mirror Auto part]()
The mirrors come with the standard universal rubber expansion bushing type mount.
This is what they look like with the nut & rubber bushing removed. Beside the mirror is the bar end adapter I ordered to mount them with. The adapter came with m6x1 threads and my mirrors had m8x1 bolts so i drilled and re-tapped the adapters for the correct thread. I did not have any issues with the throttle tube binding using these adapters and mirrors.
Everything just screws together so this is all the parts 'exploded' out.
And this is how it looks all ready to mount onto the bike.
This is great! DOn't stop with the updates 
Added a Seth laam custom seat yesterday. No close up pics of the finished seat on my phone somehow so an update to come later in the day.
I rode this loop after the seat was finished and no pain or issues...so far happy with the purchase.
![Land vehicle Motorcycle Vehicle Motor vehicle Mountain range]()
![Plant community Vehicle Wilderness Biome Tree]()
I rode this loop after the seat was finished and no pain or issues...so far happy with the purchase.
On street tires? You are a brave soul.Added a Seth laam custom seat yesterday. No close up pics of the finished seat on my phone somehow so an update to come later in the day.
I rode this loop after the seat was finished and no pain or issues...so far happy with the purchase.
View attachment 159575 View attachment 159576
The seat looks ultra comfy.
Link to the thread with all the seat details and pictures...
www.fz09.org
Laam custom seat by Seth Laam - Redding California
I like to ride long distances so I knew that the stock seat was going to have to be replaced pretty soon after buying my bike. I searched around and decided to go with a Laam seat for a few reasons: 1. Lifetime warranty on the seat cover - Nevada Sun kills things, I like that if the cover fades...
www.fz09.org
1 - 20 of 57 Posts
