Build your own Gt-beater

Mark’s modified 2016 Tracer is a great template for improving a stock machine

Better forks

New linear fork springs and heavier oil give improved control, especially when combined with a set-up session by an expert such as MCT.

• £260

• www.mctsuspension.co.uk

Better shock

Great-value Nitron NTR R1 shock is the go-to starting point modification for Tracers, with great quality, decent adjustment range and a spring for your weight and use.

• £438

• www.nitron.co.uk

Better breathing

Stainless and carbon Black Widow exhaust system is less than half the price of an Akrapovic, loses 2.3kg and the catalytic converter and gains noise. Time on a dyno could see more power too, though there is a noticeable effect without.

• £379

• www.blackwidowexhausts.co.uk

Better comfort

Aftermarket seats are popular, but Mark simply got a gelastic insert added to his stock seat — it’s a simple post-off service and other shapes or lowering can be done at the same time.

• £200

• www.motorbike-seats.co.uk

Better luggage

At 22 litres, these Givi boxes are the same capacity as the GT’S panniers. Their hinged top opening makes them easier to pack, while their plastic finish is tougher than the GT’S paint.

• £285 (including frames)

• www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk