How Do You Customize A Suzuki Katana?
Although it was eventually replaced by the GSXR series, the Katana has been a mainstay in Suzuki’s two-wheeled arsenal since it made its show-stopping debut in 1982. Relegated to sport-touring duties, the Katana is still a competent sport bike and can hold its own against its competitors. But to maintain a razor-sharp edge against today’s supersport motorcycles, the Katana needs a few performance upgrades. Replace the stock air filter with an aftermarket high-flow air filter. An aftermarket air filter allows a greater flow on air into the combustion chamber. Install a high-performance jet kit in the carburetor to balance the air-to-fuel ratio. Replace the restrictive stock exhaust system with an aftermarket system. This can be accomplished by either by replacing the factory muffler with a less-restrictive slip-on type muffler or by replacing the entire system. Install a quick acceleration sprocket kit. Usually consisting of a slightly smaller front sprocket with a matching rear sprocke
