BIG BAD BLOWERS
FEATURE
BLOW AND GO
WORDS : FAGAN
When normally aspirated engines aren’t enough to whet one’s appetite, there’s always turbo and supercharged options for the ultimate thrills. And, as proven here, they’re far more than straight-line heroes…
IMAGES: ASDESIGN
Horsepower and dyno numbers are vital pub ammo, which has slowly evolved into an obsession here in the UK. As a nation of sportsbike lovers, there’s an inherent pursuit of peak power figures that runs throughout the country, and we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to bolt-on goodies. But there’s a limit to normally aspirated (NA) motors, and hunting horsepower usually sacrifices reliability and engine longevity. A race engine will net you 220bhp, although you’ll need a refresh after 1000km. What you need is forced induction. Yes, you.