Hellcat VM22 carburetor and 26mm intake realignment

[China Rider 27]

The first time I saw the manifold and carb facing forward on the Hellcat, I thought that don’t get it in terms of looks or function. Within a couple of weeks of the Hellcat arrival I installed the 26mm intake and VM22. It sits just off a right angle to the frame and is at risk of damage should the bike fall on the left side. I ordered a spinner and that helped some but was limited by the starter solenoid and housing. The only way to get more clearance is to raise the carburetor over the housing and you can gain a notch on the spinner. I ordered two more spinners. With some 45-degree silicone hose carefully cut and with manipulation of angles you can get the POD tucked away. The result much more pleasing in its looks, lines, and its function. With careful downward tilting and adjustment of angles, assessed by holding the plastic panel up to its location it looks to clear the side panel. Not perfect as the left leg will rest against it at a point but given the options it appears to be the best solution.