What changes do SR 160 Carbon owners commonly make?

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It may not be as popular as the Aprilia SR 150, but the Aprilia SR 160 Carbon is an impressive bike out of the box, and has become a hot platform for customization in the enthusiast community. Owners often want to increase performance, increase comfort or make it more personal in terms of its aesthetics. These changes can be as simple as bolt on accessories through to more complex engine and suspension upgrades. Their changes are cosmetic, some attempt to fix what they see as a flaw, and others try to unlock some hidden potential. Since the SR 160 Carbon was launched, the aftermarket scene has grown, giving you a number of options to customize your ride. But, changing a vehicle can have legal, reliability and warranty implications, making it a hot topic in the community.

Naresh · Accepted Answer

At night I’ve seen people put underbody LED lights for a cool effect. It’s purely cosmetic but it definitely gets heads turning.

Naresh · Answer

For longer rides some owners add a gel pad or install an aftermarket seat for better comfort. After an hour or so the stock seat can get uncomfortable.

Varun · Answer

Performance enthusiasts are going to swap the stock tires for stickier ones. Wear rates are higher but it improves cornering grip.

Varun · Answer

Mine has a USB charging port that I've added. Keeping your phone charged on the go is super convenient.

Shobhit · Answer

One very easy upgrade is to change the handlebar grips and levers as this will make a real difference to both comfort and aesthetics. It has lots of cool options.

Vijay · Answer

Some owners will even install a programmable ECU to help tweak the fueling and the ignition timing. But it’s not for the faint of heart and it can unlock more power.

Raj · Answer

Brake feel and performance are improved with upgraded brake lines to stainless steel braided. It's a change you notice but don't notice.

Deepak · Answer

People have been installing LED lighting kits to make visibility and style better. At night it looks great and it adds a personal touch.

Neeraj · Answer

For additional wind protection on highways, it is popular to add a taller windscreen. That makes a big difference in comfort for longer rides.

Monalisa · Answer

Many owners replace the stock exhaust with an aftermarket one. It makes the sound better and provides a little performance boost. Just watch out for noise regulation.

What changes do SR 160 Carbon owners commonly make?

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