Radio control motorcycles FAQ Page 2

Is there a way to put other electronics in the bike except what Kyosho suggests in the construction manual?

Answer courtesy Matt Helton

Yes, there is a way to put a non-Kyosho/Tamiya RS set into the bikes.

You need a Dynamite (JR AM micro receiver), or an RCD "Shredder" micro receiver. A Duratrax "Spike" speed controller or an ASTROFLIGHT micro ESC. I have been using a Futaba 9601 Servo for control. A word of caution: This set-up will only work on the MK 2 chassis, and if you are using the Spike ESC, you have to remove the plastic cover and then shrink-wrap it so it will protect the exposed electronics.
As far as the ESCs go, they are standard 50hz-60hz frame rate controllers, and thus are only slightly better than the Factory set-ups. The biggest improvement result is realized with a better servo. The receiver is VERY close to the ESC, so make sure to install the Receiver with the crystal as far away from the ESC as possible. Add a 0.1uF Capacitor or two to the motor to keep the wiring as quiet as possible. 'nuff said.

From another friend of these pages, comes the next tip. Here's what Steve wrote:
(Steve, also sent me these excellent photos of the 1/7 NSR500!)

Here is a BIG tip regarding upgrading the performance of the Kyosho Motorcycles. In the Graupner Catalog, there is an inexpensive motor called the "Speed 300" part #3306: believe me on this one, this motor fits right in on the motorcycles. They are EXTREMELY fast, try one, and tell your friends about them. They are so fast the Kyosho Hang-On Racers do wheelies on the straights. This motor makes the bike very hard to drive, but makes the skilled driver invincible. If you want wheelies, this is the one----- they are very cheap! They rev up to 32,000 rpm, the stock redlines at 11,500 so you figure it out.

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