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    ~~~ What did you do to your Bike Today Thread??? ~~~

    Ordered and received Puig Dark smoke windscreen, 2 Pilot 3 tires, FZ1 handlebars. Have only had time to install windscreen. I love the look. I took it out for a test ride today and was amazed at the difference a few inches more of windscreen can do. Usually I can feel the getting pushed back...
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    Raise seat

    Sanger Checked out your website. Always looking for mods and ideas. Thanks
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    Raise seat

    I heard somewhere that you can raise the seat an inch or two. Not willing to get rear sets to move back, just a little taller. I'm itching for addl legroom. Mind you I'm only 5'10" but on some rides the angle of my legs start bothering me, especially on longer rides. Any thoughts would be...
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    2011 FZ w/190 miles

    I was thinking more in the lines of not properly broken in yet. Can you take that long to break in?
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    2011 FZ w/190 miles

    I've seen an ad for a 2011 FZ for sale with only 190 miles on it. Besides the battery what other issues could this bike have for sitting so long?
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    Test rode a new FZ-09

    I also took a test ride 2 weeks ago. The bike felt very nimble. But I could not get used to the handlebars so close to me. I also felt cramp in the knees and legs. Mind you. I'm only 5'10". I've been eyeing the 2013 FZ8 mainly for the naked look. The price was right for the FZ9, but just not...
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    2007 Fz6 build!

    Love it. Great Job. Looking to do basically the same with my 2008. May tackle the FZ 1 bars myself, and leave headlamp assy to the shop. Didn't realize there were so many options for the headlamp. Original plan was FZ 8 lamp.
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    2008 FZ6 to 2012 FZ8

    Thanks for the advice. The only riding I do is up in the texas hill country on the weekends. I have to drive a company truck for my job. I had once considered an R6, but considered being in that position for hrs on my rides, it didn't seem that comfortable. Mind you, I already have my handlebars...
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    2008 FZ6 to 2012 FZ8

    Looking for some input. I currently have a 2008 FZ6, which I like. I have been thinking of going naked. Replacing light with FZ8 style and changing out bars with FZ1. I just came across a 2012 FZ8 for sale for 6600 w/ low miles. Naturally being a newer bike, I'm leaning on the FZ8 side. Would...
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    Loose throttle play

    Tried out the adjustment today, and it is so much better. Having to adjust to the play was getting annoying. As you can probably tell, gear changing transitions are smoother. Still need to work on that anyhow.
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    Loose throttle play

    Thanks for the advice. I'm hoping to take it out this weekend and test it out more than around the block. Its one of those things that I didnt like, but you manage to get through. Now its really odd when I close the throttle.
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    Loose throttle play

    I bought my 2008 fz 6 about a yr ago. For the longest time I have dealt with an inch of throttle play, because my manual says it should be done at the dealer. I finally decided to go online and see if I could take care of issue. Bingo, not a big deal, adjustment is under the throttle. Now I...
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    Bike shop should be ashamed

    I hear Trepettti. Believe me its not only her well being. But the thought of a brand new nice bike laying on the ground.
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    Bike shop should be ashamed

    I understand it was her responsibility on making a foolish decision. As far as helping her out, I advised her about the MSF course. We are basically co-workers, its not like we hang out together. Mind you, she didnt even know that I have a bike. She was just inquiring about insurance. I'm...
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    Bike shop should be ashamed

    A co-worker of mine just bought a 2013 GSXR 750 over the weekend at a bike shop in Laredo. This girl is about 5'4". She has only ridden on the back of her friends Harley. As I come to find out she has never been on a bike alone. Did I mention she is tiny. I also found out that she cannot even...
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    Height 5'8": FZ1 or FZ6R handle bar, that is the question!

    I have also been considering FZ 1 bars for my 2008 FZ6. Would love too give it a go. Can anyone suggest some sites for reasonable prices on FZ 1 bars. Thanks SAFZ
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    Lowering handlebars

    I prefer the aggressive stance.
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    Raise Handlebars

    Redrock I live on the NW side.
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    Raise Handlebars

    Yea I guess a picture would be good. My concern is the connection in the ctr, just beneath the yamaha emblem. You can see the distance the bars have been lowered. Thanks
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    Raise Handlebars

    Previous owner lowered the handlebars. Ive been riding it as is just to see if I like it. Now I would like to see what original setting will feel like. I can see that you can loosen with allen wrench. But what about where it connects at the fork. I'm a newbie so please excuse my ignorance. I...
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