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I've been going back and forth with this in my head. It just doesn't make sense to buy another motorcycle for this purpose. I think the fair compromise is gonna be make stuff bolt on and not modify anything permanently.

Anyway, that's why I haven't had any progress lately. I did change the chain and sprockets out. Just stock replacements. I almost went 8.7% taller, but the guys on the forum (kawasakiversys.com) were strongly suggesting not too, saying it was too much of a change. Plus there is a problem in the programming that gets rid of the gear indicator when the rear tire or sprockets go past ~5% deviation from stock. You can go one size in either direction without problems. It's just a 'cosmetic' issue. The bike still functions fine, just no gear indicator.

After the sprocket & chain change the instant fuel meter was showing much higher than before. At 55mph it was showing ~64-65. Lately it's been showing 75+. However, I just filled up and only got 62. I did get a picture of my backside on the bike to try and get an idea of what was the widest part of the bike at different segments. It's mostly me, which makes the most sense anyway.

I was looking at the seat and wondering If I could just remove the seat and put a flat one thats pretty much as thin as possible on it. My only concern is fitment with the foot pegs and handlebars (is it gonna make it really uncomfortable).


P.S. The tank only last for 4 days of commuting so checking tank to tank averages should be pretty quick.