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Difference between 1100 and 1200

Started by element303, August 10, 2015, 07:05:02 PM

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element303

Main question right upfront: Is it worth it to swap a 1200 engine to replace the 1100?

My bike came with an extra 1200 engine but I dont see any advantages in the specs other than I guess some more torque. Im just wondering if its worth the mess of swapping it or taking it apart and sell the other engine.
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FJmonkey

What is wrong with the installed engine? They both pull like scalded mules when set up properly.
The glass is not half full, it was engineered with a 2X safety factor.

'86 Ambulance - Bent frame, cracked case, due for an overhaul
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Firehawk068

Yes, what Monkey said.
There is really no difference in the power levels between the two engines.

Where you might run into some issues is with the engine mounts.

I believe there were a few different versions, so not all the engines fit all the frames. :unknown:
(someone who is better informed could confirm this)
Alan H.
Denver, CO
'90 FJ1200

element303

Yeah thats exactly what I thought. I guess I will take the other one apart then and sell it in parts. Too heavy to even move that heavy b*tch 20ft.
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Flynt

build the 1200 into a monster, then swap... :diablo: :diablo: :diablo:

Frank
There's plenty of time for sleep in the grave...

element303

I rather throw a turbo on it. Are there any links for a FJ? I havent even driven her yet fully functional. From the specs and quarter mile times it must go like hell stock already.
There is no such thing as too much cheese