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Forum: Other Vehicles & General Automotive Discussions 08-18-2014, 03:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,823
Posted By motokev
Simply, no it's not happening again. ...

Simply, no it's not happening again.

Specifically, HKS is well planted in America with dedicated staff, development vehicles, product, headquarters, and distribution point located in Michigan.
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Forum: Forced Induction 06-18-2014, 11:06 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 42,034
Posted By motokev
Me too! You'll know when I know. :)

Me too!

You'll know when I know. :)
Forum: Forced Induction 06-05-2014, 05:08 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 42,034
Posted By motokev
How would you guys feel if I told you the Pro Kit...

How would you guys feel if I told you the Pro Kit (no flash editor - no fuel upgrade) retail price is $3800.00

I was quite surprised myself!

Official press release is attached.
Forum: Forced Induction 05-21-2014, 01:33 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 42,034
Posted By motokev
Absolutely. The 15004-AT008 is better suited for...

Absolutely. The 15004-AT008 is better suited for FI applications. You can mount the core wherever you like.
Forum: Forced Induction 05-21-2014, 12:14 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 42,034
Posted By motokev
Given just how detail oriented HKS has been, and...

Given just how detail oriented HKS has been, and my experience with them the tune should be pretty good imo... However, this is America and we always want more.. lol

If the kit is popular enough...
Forum: Forced Induction 05-21-2014, 11:55 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 42,034
Posted By motokev
I wasn't present for the tune. I'll ask our...

I wasn't present for the tune. I'll ask our visiting HKS engineer if he has it available. The vehicle was tuned with the Catted header, and single exhaust. I believe it made 183 on the flash editor,...
Forum: Forced Induction 05-21-2014, 10:43 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 42,034
Posted By motokev
Good stuff. We have the header, and the new...

Good stuff.

We have the header, and the new single exhaust on the car but will remove it to baseline test the kit, and tune. After that we will install them back on the car and take it from...
Forum: Forced Induction 05-21-2014, 09:20 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 42,034
Posted By motokev
We are installing the kit on our test vehicle...

We are installing the kit on our test vehicle within the next two weeks.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-20-2014, 03:11 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 44,978
Posted By motokev
Preliminary official release and pricing is...

Preliminary official release and pricing is slated for the end of this Month. I think most will be quite happy. I'll post it up when I am ok to do so.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 05-15-2014, 03:15 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 44,978
Posted By motokev
The HKS cams will not work with stock pistons due...

The HKS cams will not work with stock pistons due to clearance issues.
Forum: Forced Induction 04-29-2014, 02:03 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 42,034
Posted By motokev
I have seen preliminary data and goals for this...

I have seen preliminary data and goals for this kit however, until we install and tune the kit on our vehicle here in America I won't speculate.

I will say I don't see an issue hitting the 300...
Forum: Forced Induction 04-29-2014, 12:19 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 42,034
Posted By motokev
I cannot make an official comment as of yet. ...

I cannot make an official comment as of yet.

However, judging by the product images that have been posted, and using the factory air box I think one can gather specific intent. ;)
Forum: Forced Induction 04-29-2014, 11:10 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 42,034
Posted By motokev
Very well! It's always fun hanging out with HKS. ...

Very well! It's always fun hanging out with HKS.

Release date as of now is June/July for the US market.
Forum: Forced Induction 04-24-2014, 01:59 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 42,034
Posted By motokev
Agreed. I absolutely love dry sump oiling.

Agreed. I absolutely love dry sump oiling.
Forum: Forced Induction 04-24-2014, 01:58 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 42,034
Posted By motokev
Still waiting as of now but I know it's close. I...

Still waiting as of now but I know it's close. I have dinner with HKS tonight, I'll see if I can get some info.

From what we have seen, and our meetings I think it's going to be a great kit.
...
Forum: Forced Induction 04-24-2014, 01:43 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 42,034
Posted By motokev
Those pics are from our personal stash taken at...

Those pics are from our personal stash taken at Premium Day 2014.

We haven't received official release yet. I have no idea what MSRP is but I'll say I am afraid too. lol
Forum: Forced Induction 04-24-2014, 12:29 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 42,034
Posted By motokev
The oil pump in the supercharger is internally...

The oil pump in the supercharger is internally driven. It's an oil pump for a dry sump set up.

You can see the pan in the bottom image.
Forum: Forced Induction 04-24-2014, 09:35 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 42,034
Posted By motokev
The kit pictured in this thread installed on a...

The kit pictured in this thread installed on a vehicle represents the production ready kit. The other thread including the image from Premium day 2014 is the Prototype. If you are familiar with HKS...
Forum: Off-Topic Lounge [WARNING: NO POLITICS] 04-17-2014, 12:05 PM
Replies: 442
Views: 84,442
Posted By motokev
Mostly original 75 KZ400. Just under 11k miles...

Mostly original 75 KZ400. Just under 11k miles with a few visual modifications. I also trimmed the seat down a bit. Paint and stripes are original also.
Forum: Forced Induction 02-24-2014, 05:29 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 18,098
Posted By motokev
Two major differences between the HKS unit and...

Two major differences between the HKS unit and the Rotrex unit involve a larger diameter impeller shaft for more strength and the addition of a spring loaded planetary gear within the assembly. The...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 02-10-2014, 10:33 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,502
Posted By motokev
At this moment the flash editor is still in...

At this moment the flash editor is still in development for the US market. We are still waiting for the official release date.

The hard parts are complete, and the single exhaust systems are...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 01-23-2014, 11:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,389
Posted By motokev
Fair enough, however I don't speak without...

Fair enough, however I don't speak without validation, and I am very confident no old stock remains in our parts.

Enough pipes were shipped to cover every kit with the older style pipe. They...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 01-23-2014, 09:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,389
Posted By motokev
Just to clarify. I can say any new stock in...

Just to clarify. I can say any new stock in America will have the correct pipe, and have been correct for quite some time.

Any kits in the past containing the older version of the pipe have been...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 01-22-2014, 04:07 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 52,390
Posted By motokev
Regrinds or virgin cores?

Regrinds or virgin cores?
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 12-13-2013, 01:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,397
Posted By motokev
The delay is caused by two rather large issues. ...

The delay is caused by two rather large issues.

1- Core material

Considering the material makeup of the cam and the ability to have cores made the only way to produce something quick would...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 11-01-2013, 04:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,099
Posted By motokev
Good stuff guys. HKS is very interested in your...

Good stuff guys. HKS is very interested in your thoughts on this exhaust. It has been developed just for the American market per our working with them.

More cool stuff to come, :)
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 11-01-2013, 11:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,099
Posted By motokev
HKS single exit exhaust teaser

This week we have a few HKS staff members visiting for SEMA and some other projects. When I arrived to work yesterday I was greeted with a video and discussion about the new single exit in...
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-23-2013, 05:27 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 32,530
Posted By motokev
Correct, and thanks for adding the info. I forgot...

Correct, and thanks for adding the info. I forgot to add the release date to my previous post.
Forum: Engine, Exhaust, Transmission 10-23-2013, 03:37 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 32,530
Posted By motokev
Hey guys, my name is Kevin. I handle HKS tech, as...

Hey guys, my name is Kevin. I handle HKS tech, as well as other operations here in the US.

I thought I would add some information about the header / exhaust combo to clarify some information. :)...
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