reliability

[oscar22]

how reliable is the stage 2 and is the pipe listed better than the zx pipe just trying 2 make most hp i can my zuma barely pulled my wife and i up snowbird in utah thanks.

[erich]

With any performance mod, there is bound to be a trade-off with reliability. This is the case with the Stage 2. With that said though, relibility does not exactly go out the window. There may be a 1000 mile drop in cylinder life. So instead of 7k miles with a stock bike (slow), you may get 6k miles (fast scooter). Ways to keep up the longevity are things like using fully synth oil and correct jetting. The latter has been figured out for you, the former is your responsibility.

[Lennox]

however...either a little oil in gas tank, or full on "pre-mix" can help in longevity!

[erich]

I agree.