I was going to powder coat mine a few months ago when I got my big oven built, so I threw the grab handle in the sandblaster and was shocked to see no metal coming through. It is a fiber reinforced plastic, very hard. Instead of powdering it since I am not sure of the melting point, I rattle...
The also make metal socket adaptors that fit over the end of the filters. I have never had a problem with one of those guys.
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These are a high quality sign adhesive vinyl. They cling to whatever surface you want, I have them on my truck windows as seen, my wall in my room, my motorcycle, and a few other things. Basically the same vinyl that you would use to do a custom wrap like some stunters do.
The way I look at it, I would rather know that I tightened every bolt upon reassembly and took care in my work versus the kid down at the bike shop that was trying to get done to go on his lunch break.
First time stuff can be daunting, but invest in a shop manual, look up some guides online and...
I know there is already a member on here selling his Fz6 swingarm decals and I am not trying to intrude on that turf! Rather I would market my products more to the one off designs you have had lying around and never gotten around to actually getting them made. These are made out of high...
Shameless plug, but I actually have the masonry bit that I bought to try this out on my old exhaust before I had the $$ for my Scorps. If you want it, I will let it go cheap so message me! Its a pretty easy process and I felt it was worth it for the $$.
I held out and found a 2007 S2 in Michigan with 5500 miles for $2500. New tires, brake pads, chain, the usual and it was good to go!
Recently (a few months) I saw another 07 S2 somewhere in MI for $2200. 7000 miles, needed clutch plates and a rear tire, Ill see if I can find it again.
WTS: Fz6 s2 Subframe UPDATE 3/5 Random Items Added
Right side mirror - works perfect with the bit of cosmetic blemish pictured - $15
Stock front turn signals - $10
Stock tail light lens - $10
Knockoff Pazzo Clutch lever - $10
**I listed this on eBay, so sorry if the wording...