Modifying motorcycles | Episode 14 | The PowerDrift Podcast

We all think we need to modify motorcycles and there are some very good reasons to do it too. But there, and many don’t realise this, great reasons why your stock motorcycle, without any changes, is already capable of delivering more than you can handle. In this episode of The PowerDrift Podcast, Shumi talks about his approach to this rather ticklish subject.
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[@powerdriftofficial]

Hey #PDArmy, we hope this helped you understand how to make your motorcycle better for you! Hit that Like button if you wanna see more, and tell us your next modifications in the comments!

[@WarriorOfTheSunset]

Shumi baba ki jai... 🔥

[@shu_mar]

@@WarriorOfTheSunset jai!

[@belsonkoshy7884]

Shumi's Pearls of Wisdom.. Hands down practical and perfect.. I do agree that most of times Aux Lights are not needed and irritating especially when there is a nut shining his sun in your eyes.. But the stock bulbs can also be crap.. For the first night ride i had on my Z, i was almost running blind with the stock bulbs.. Changed it to LED's and all is good.. Opted for a engine guards instead of regular crash bars.. Increased the seat height slightly and am much more comfortable with the position it offers.. My one true gripe is the sponginess of the brakes.. Need ur advice, steel braided lines or a new master cylinder??

[@shu_mar]

@@belsonkoshy7884 First chuck the DOT4 and go to 5.1. If that doesn’t work, braided lines. Still no? Change the pads to a more aggressive one. Still no? Master cylinder.

[@rohanjaison106]

Thank you I never thought of modifying a sprocket that's a great idea ❤️

[@amber7975]

Shumi's words are pure wisdom

[@shu_mar]

🍻

[@mr.lemonade3742]

Not the worthy of word "wisdom" These are insightful, period!

[@rajeshranjan5170]

Words only , not accent

[@Raju-ob5ct]

@@rajeshranjan5170 ᴀᴀᴀᴀᴀᴀᴀᴀᴀᴀᴀᴀᴀᴀᴀᴀᴀᴀᴀᴀᴀᴀᴀᴀ@

[@alienwarex4585]

"Weight reduction is a great idea, and there's a better place to do it than the motorcycle." Haha, cracked me up. Shumi as always, with the facts.

[@shu_mar]

:-D

[@ishankelkar4347]

Weight weanie... That's what we the cyclists call them...

[@neilchakr]

Shumi can talk about motorcycles for 40 minutes, and I will continue to listen even though i dont own a motorcycle

[@vinodreddy_27]

Bingo

[@SatyaS_Pradhan]

Can relate. i am ok with my ntorq as of now

[@toxicbot2217]

I've fascino and listing about ktm,ducatis

[@SatyaS_Pradhan]

@@toxicbot2217 we will get there we all will humble 110cc or 125cc start is always important.

[@abhirambo123]

Listening with Activa 2005 model 😎

[@TheChaosProject]

Apart from their passion and knowledge of automobiles, what makes PD stand out is that whenever they speak it feels like a conversation rather than just a bland and boring commentary.

[@shu_mar]

What a compliment! Thank you Upamanyu!

[@anujraut477]

This video exist : People in Delhi and Karol Bagh : I get offended upto my soul badly 😂😂😂

[@RevsAndWheels]

You forgot Sarojini Nagar

[@ajayjayakumar1997]

Wow.. This is what a professional advice.. When the experienced and matured rider speak, there would be some change in the people's mind for sure.. Very very useful video❤️

[@shu_mar]

Thanks Ajay! Would you share this with your friends? It would really help us!

[@ajayjayakumar1997]

@@shu_mar sure😍

[@Shashikala-pi7sw]

We want holy shift episodes please we are missing them

[@70RD]

I don't even have a bike but damn i like him and he's just made my mind up to get one.

[@shu_mar]

Best of luck!

[@70RD]

@@shu_mar schumii thanks!

[@mukesh.b]

I can listen to Shumi Sir talking anything about bikes all day long.

[@vivek1393]

Please! More of these! Beautiful talk, Shumi. Thank you so much. I've shared it to all my riding buddies.

[@shu_mar]

Thank you Vivek!

[@TypicalKannadiga]

Very first video in my life I’ve watched without skipping.

[@shu_mar]

Oh wow! 😀

[@AshwinVarapula]

Lets keep enrolling at driving school aside. Just listen to Shumi and the way we think about bikes and driving them improves a lot.

[@shu_mar]

Haha! Thank you but there is no replacement for a good school and some track time

[@uditdwivedi5727]

Thank you so much for this video. I really needed it. I was conditioned to believe that modifications are a must.

[@shu_mar]

Glad it helps!

[@lalitkhopade6747]

Every second is worth listening. Pure wisdom, perfection and precision in talking... This is the legend Shumi...

[@mohammedzaid8454]

You guys at powerdrift should seriously consider making similar podcasts for cars as well. 🙏🙏

[@shu_mar]

Good idea! Thank you!

[@tanmoydhar1731]

The 50 times full tank stats was really great.. I have personally experienced the same - the more you get to ride , the better you get to be by understanding yourself - well explained.. ✌️

[@shu_mar]

50x300 = 15,000km. That’s more than a year’s worth of riding for many!

[@tanmoydhar1731]

@@shu_mar exactly , and i really liked the way u presented this stat straight and clear

[@babysquid121]

Shumi is the motorcycling mentor I never had✌🏼😆 Thank heaven I found Power Drift👊🏽

[@shu_mar]

Awww! Its awesome you feel that way! We're glad you're with us!

[@SubodhAmbade]

Automatic Headlights on new scooters/bikes need to be focused a bit low on road by manufacturers themselves. Moth effect is really fatal.

[@shu_mar]

Yes scooters on high beams are super annoying!

[@tanmaytalekar25]

The new Honda Activa's are annoying when they are behind you and an even bigger problem is there are a lot of them

[@TravelKeeda]

I must say this has opened my eyes and the way we used to think about out motorcycles. Thank you shumi for this amazing video🤩🤩

[@shu_mar]

Glad we helped!

[@bhilekh]

Wow.. Don't remember the last time a video so well researched, informative and practical was created for bikers. This is platinum quality of information. Well done guys.

[@shu_mar]

Thank you Prashant!

[@RidewithJP]

One of the best videos and must for every motorcyclist who feels that modification is a must.

[@shu_mar]

Cheers! Would you share this with your friends? It would really help us!

[@ninadruikar9828]

All points covered 🙌, And yes I did a aux light mod, but i only use it during foggy 4-5 am morning rides or during monsoon off-roading. And the next mod i will be doing is changing the rear sproket for a little bit higher stabilised cruising speed on highway.

[@shu_mar]

Best of luck Ninad! Do let us know how it worked out!

[@zubtubetube]

All I can say is ' wow'!.. Best ever orator who can talk on and on logically and sense on motorcycling and riding....

[@dharshanshoban7602]

What a great in-depth knowledge you give to understand about a modifications wow it's a next level I don't see such a great explanations given by MCN even.

[@shu_mar]

Thanks Dharshan!

[@frozenmomentsbynileet]

"Weight reduction is a great idea, and there's a better place to do it than the motorcycle." 😂 Though it's not relevant to motorcycles, would you be kind enough to share you weight reduction plan? Feel highly motivated when you said that you never hit the gym!

[@abhishekchaturvedi7959]

Thanks Shumi... Your lessons are a great help everytime...makes a lot of sense and corrects many!! Thank you again!

[@shu_mar]

Thanks Abhishek! Glad it helps

[@abhishekchaturvedi7959]

@@shu_maryes sir it did, i was planning on modifying my new bike this gave me a great perspective! Thank you

[@shu_mar]

@@abhishekchaturvedi7959 Congratulations! Modify the odometer! Put lots of km on it!

[@devavratjoshi2309]

Very very useful advice given by a matured rider beautifully. I hope more people tastefully modify their motorcycles while keeping them legal

[@shu_mar]

🍻

[@kevindlima3392]

Thanks Shumi! It was an awesome video to watch! I'm building a 150cc project bike for my dad, the video really helped, learnt a lot out of it... Lots of Love from Thane, Maharashtra...

[@adventurousmumbaikar1949]

The most sensible video on KZbin regarding bikes 👍🏻

[@shu_mar]

Thanks Raviraj!

[@neilmukherjee936]

This is The Most Useful video for every single rider out there irrespective of a the expertise level of anybody riding a motorcycle. Good job👍

[@shu_mar]

Thanks Neil!

[@ishankelkar4347]

Shumi's motorcycle school.. the series I'm waiting for.. with riding, maintenance mods, and advise from the Shumi himself...🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@calvinrohanraj8511]

Best place to start for weight reduction: The rider

[@shu_mar]

I'd say more fitness than just weight reduction!

[@calvinrohanraj8511]

@@shu_mar Yeah, Schumi explained that very well. Modern bikes are so finicky that you can't really lose much weight - More weight can be lost by trimming hair and losing body fat.

[@arjunyadav-pt4oe]

A much needed mature talk for all the enthusiasts.

[@shu_mar]

Thank you Arjun!

[@sachindz]

I can sit here, watch shumi talk about motorcycles for hours. Amazing

[@URBANTRAVELLER7]

This is the best school about bikes. Thanks shumi👍

[@sushantandhale2191]

Wise words. Thank you so much. Really an eye opener for most of the people planning to modify bikes when straight out of the showrooms.

[@shu_mar]

Thanks Sushant! Would you share this with your friends? It would really help us!

[@sushantandhale2191]

@@shu_mar Already did it❤️👍

[@Nareshksahoo]

This is what maturity and experience sounds like...thanks for the topic

[@Aimee707]

Thanks @Shumi for bringing that point up..Fitness is the key.. Fitness should be the Mantra of every rider..🙏

[@shu_mar]

Thanks Jerson!

[@kumar056]

Thank you PD Team for this video

[@vkananthakrishnan]

As always, mature man talks about the things kids needs to understand! Shumi, i love you brother!!!

[@shu_mar]

Thank you AVK!

[@sumannandi9051]

That's what called a genuine discussion about motorcycles....sir after listening to many , I really love your advice.

[@shrey220]

Reminds me of a famous KZbinr who upgraded to performance ECU in his Ninja H2 😅

[@anish_R1]

Js films🤣... i knew someone would talk about him🤣🤣

[@bonjovi1354]

Seriously??

[@anish_R1]

If you know you know🤷‍♂️

[@SarveshCD]

Paisa hai toh kya kuch nahi kar sakte 😂

[@archieslopestar587]

Using a modest commuter the hero HUNK for almost a decade now without any modifications but loving it as is❤️

[@shu_mar]

🍻

[@harryjohnson1128]

This has been by far the most sensible and informative content ive seen in PD. Its not that you dont know all these stuffs but this episode has made made me rethink and rediscover my ideas or logic abt motorcycling. Great job PD and thnx Shumi for the no nonsense approach. Keep up the good work guys!!!!

[@zainulabideen9081]

Without a doubt Shumi’s best video ever.

[@Pruthvish1986]

Love you man!!! Thanks for sharing so much of knowledge, this helps a lot of people like me who have just upgraded into new segment of bike and are confused seeing modifying the bikes

[@shu_mar]

Glad it helps! Do let us know what else we can discuss and help you with!

[@parthaguha08]

Words of wisdom.... Very helpful

[@Shaival24]

Thank you for the info Sensei Shoomi,as of now I don't own any motorcycle. But I surely will do. And podcasts like these are very much knowledgeable for me. Great Podcast.

[@shu_mar]

All the best Shaival! I hope you get yourself a motorcycle soon!

[@VishalNaxy]

I want this guy/episode on radio.(while driving)

[@madhavaraos8912]

Blend of experience, maturity and wisdom.

[@hayathmohammed103]

Beautifully done! Practical and fantastic inputs - pure wisdom. I guess we all should coin this - Shumi-dom ;)

[@Shashikala-pi7sw]

We want holy shift epsods please

[@mechmanmegh]

I am a product designer myself, and because of that, I know how much thought and work goes into designing any part of a vehicle. In six years, I have upgraded my tyres for a stickier set and gotten myself a mobile stand, so that i can read the directions on a mobile screen. My first thought about any modification is: "Whoever designed/manufactured this component, does he know better than me? Yes. Then I should stop fiddling with it" Thank you for enforcing my beliefs.

[@shu_mar]

It's not always true but 99% of the time, a lot of time and effort has gone into every single part of a finished product. We *must* mod it to fit our needs better if we can, but it must be a considered, thought-through change, not a knee-jerk reaction or a peer-pressure thing

[@SuperImbadude]

Exhaust modify torque, otherwise you don't get power. Power= torque*rpm. Just an exhaust doesn't increase redline rpm, rpm is constant. Exhaust may modify the torque in higher rpms though. In non technical langauge people confuse torque with "pick up", but torque works in every rpm.

[@shu_mar]

For the layman, they get that torque is low revs and power is high revs. You’re right of course

[@rivughorai9575]

Very needed discussion. A lot of people modify bikes just for the sake of it. Without realising if they really need that.

[@somnathmondal5561]

Sir, you are a great teacher, make more videos to improve our biking culture.

[@shu_mar]

☺️🙏🏽

[@myronfernandes7817]

I'm impressed by your knowledge and by the way of educating viewers👍

[@shu_mar]

Thanks Myron!

[@0001Munna]

It's very difficult to find such beautiful analysis on such complex topics and I really appreciate the PD team and specially @shumar for creating these videos.

[@Janmenjay]

i somehow like podcasts so much. Shumi, you give such good explanation.

[@Chinmay-mimo]

PD'S topic selection & presentation makes them unique!! Proud to be an PD army❤️

[@shu_mar]

Thanks Chinmoy!

[@raghuramkolathu9021]

Shumi has abundance of knowledge on biking. This video has the best practical advice one can get on biking and related spends. Shumi should write a book consolidating all his thoughts for all new bikers to start their biking journey... good stuff

[@lamayho4062]

Thanks for sharing your opinion 🤗 I never tried to modify my bike

[@Sachinkotawdekar]

Very very valuable information Thanks a ton Shumi

[@shu_mar]

Thanks Sachin! Would you share this with your friends? It would really help us!

[@Sachinkotawdekar]

@@shu_mar most definitely

[@ratnadeep221192]

As per law the bike exhaust must not sound above +80db (please correct me if I am wrong). So at what RPM the Decibels are tested?

[@AJK666007]

I'm just surprised that this podcast has just 35k views. Always enjoy Sumi's podcasts. Another great video.

[@AJK666007]

Also that socks part is so underrated. My friends feel I'm crazy when I talk about socks. LOL.

[@shashi045]

The most sensible video about bike modification 👌

[@shu_mar]

Thanks for tuning in! Would you share this with your friends? It would really help us!

[@shashi045]

@@shu_mar Happy to do it, hope this video bring some sense into lotta guys out there.

[@samarthm6281]

Really well spoken with apt examples... Fantastic....👏👏

[@shu_mar]

Thank you!

[@AlfredAlex007]

18:42 Ok Shumi, I get it. I need to hit the gym.

[@shu_mar]

Ahahahahahahahahahahaha

[@rahulraju1375]

One of the best podcast.very informative.

[@shu_mar]

Thanks Rahul!

[@anshupangul007]

Every biker needs a wise guide like shumi ❤️

[@Sandip_here.]

an absolute gem of a video...

[@pathikdesai5853]

Very well addressed the quirks/issues. Thank you making such a great video.

[@akshaymurukate7163]

what do you think about putting an after market intake to a lower end motorcycle (150-400cc)

[@nevil1706]

Loved these podcast episodes❤️

[@shu_mar]

Thank you!

[@eshamonnappa8903]

Hi team, you just spoke what I used to think about modifications. Amazing. Could you please make a video on how engine modifications work on carburettor and regular KTM engines.most of them just say modifications but no one knows how it is upgraded and how it improves the power

[@punitjangir223]

purely mature content on youtube, true explanation, love u guys

[@shu_mar]

Thank you Punit! Would you share this with your friends? It would really help us!

[@sagarbilagi3558]

Plz do a video on How to choose a correct or right accessories.

[@BheemNationalist]

Wise Words from The Wise Man. Shumi ❤️

[@shu_mar]

🍻

[@sandipsural123]

This was a video I watched without skipping. Thank you Mr. SHUMI

[@bhaveshsonawane5803]

Awesome Shumi✌️ 2 new topics for you for vdos- 1. Ur Duke mods 2- Ur fitness mantras Excellent info as usual Keep posting Cheers 🥂

[@somenathgayen3177]

Hey Shumi, your words are wisdom and you talk reality with facts. Please help me out with some motorcycles list to buy. I am 5.2ft and weighs around 60kg. Currently riding the 1st gen FZ150 and looking for a bigger engine.

[@abhishekmeena8068]

I love it when Shumi speak 👍🏻

[@kurushunwalla]

Superb Shumi! Thanks a lot for the insight. Please keep the content rolling. Cheers

[@vaanchitkundlia57]

Keeeep talking shumi, we got nothing but time!

[@shu_mar]

Vaanchit for the vin!

[@aspriltauro]

Was waiting for this topic for long.

[@shu_mar]

Let me know what else you're waiting for, I'll try and get to those topics as well then

[@funmaniacrazyworld]

Very interesting and logical explanation.. reminds me of a few folks who modifies their bikes like competition 😀

[@shu_mar]

Cheers! Do share this with them!

[@dominicdmello1518]

Shumi, you are the awesomely wise (beardless) sage of Motorcycling. Thanks for sharing your passion and wisdom with us. I agree with you completely, I always like to do functional mods to the bike, after a long ride, if something on my bike constantly takes my attention off from the ride, I will usually adjust or mod it. Usually it is something small, but after it is done it increases the Joy of riding. I had not thought about Sprockets on increasing bike mileage along with performance. Please make a video if you do get a chance (or share a few links on this), as increasing tank range without too much sacrifice on performance adds to the joy of the ride as well.

[@shu_mar]

There’s nothing to it! Find a speed at which the bike returns most efficiency at which you feel comfy as well. Hold that speed more often than not on rides. Done!

[@leakedzebra]

I LOVE THIS. My Fav show on PD.

[@shu_mar]

Thank you Ashwin!

[@lamraliang7587]

You guys continue to do great work with this podcast. So much knowledge 👍🏼

[@shu_mar]

Thank you so much! Please do share this with your friends too!

[@yashrides]

A very well elaborated points. I really appreciate you bought it up thanks a ton.

[@shu_mar]

Cheers!

[@dawnriders5411]

You are giving competion to panigale v4 in Terms of smoothness & Speed. U speak extremly well and to the Point.

[@nitinkarole]

Wow! I was like a sponge soaking all this words of wisdom 😇. Many many Thanks Schumi!!! Loved the focus on ride and rider both 👌👌

[@shu_mar]

Thank you for listening Nitin! So happy it helps!

[@ShivamSingh-sr2xv]

Visibility modification was so well thought.brilliant tips

[@Rac.K1]

Absolutely correct......Thanks for the video.

[@shu_mar]

Thanks Rachit!

[@alexdaison]

I'm 20 and the only vehicle I have is a cycle still I am watching

[@arvindkrishnan5816]

You just saved me a ton of money bro. Thanks and God bless.

[@vaibhavmugulavalli3366]

My dad did all the upgrades on his ninja 650 except the exhaust.race clip ons,Pirelli Diablo tyres,race fairings.upgraded suspension

[@veerendraallayyanavar2327]

Waiting for discussion on this topic. And Shumi Made Clear About Mods. Thanks A Lot For Making Us To Throw Useless Modifications To Junk.

[@shu_mar]

haha! Let me know what you hear!

[@veerendraallayyanavar2327]

@@shu_mar Slipon Exhausts(Claims On KZbin that It will increase bhp😅). Racing Livers,Brake master Cylinder,Harsh Headlamps,Heay tyres,Wraps,Air Filters,.....In Market There's A Separate Part Is Available to replace stock,Earlier I Thought Yup They'll Benifits Bike. After listening to this podcast made me realise R&D of companies aren't worth? They won't know possible solutions to problems🤦‍♂️. They works day n night to build a bike and buying n installing something which isn't really help rider or bike is making joke of engineers contributions,efforts.

[@greyanaroth]

The JT steel front sprocket, with rubber bushings, that I replaced on my street triple 765 rs, costed 1600₹, at stock 525 pitch.