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    Adjusting Chain Tension

    I have about 2500 miles on my new 2008 FZ6. When I got it, the dealer wanted me to bring it by at 600 miles for the first checkup. He quoted me $500-$600. No thanks. I did a safety inspection and changed my own oil thanks to info on this forum. Now I notice my chain seems a little slack...
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    Alpinestars Effex Gore-Tex Boots

    Does anyone have any comments or experience with these boots Alpinestars Effex Gore-Tex Boots - Read Reviews and Buy at KneeDraggers.com. I'm looking for a nice pair to wear while commuting to work. These appear capable of doing th job. I did find a few comments about a large toe box. I'm...
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    Question about my EXO-700

    I recently bought an EXO-700 and really like it. I do have one minor problem, that I cannot tell if its significant. I'll do my best to explain. The tab to raise the visor is on the left side. When I raise it, it goes up, however, the first indent is a little stiff. When I raise it while...
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    Thoughts on tail bags

    I'm looking for any recommendations on a tail bag for my FZ6. Preferable it would be medium sized and very secure/durable. However, I would like to be able to take it on/off without too much hassle or tools. I saw this Cortech by Tour Master Sport Tail Bag :: New Enough Motorcycle Hard Parts...
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    Joe Rocket back protector

    i recently purchased a joe rocket sonic leather jacket. It came with a thin pad in the back of the jacket that is removable. On the web site, they sell a back protector for $90. I suspect that it is nicer than the one that came with the jacket, but I'm now sure. Any insight would be...
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    Thoughts on helmets from ebay

    As I have been looking around online for a helmet, I decided to see what the price difference was on ebay and found this eBay Motors: Shark Helmet RSR 2 Furtif Black Size Medium (item 370048388851 end time Jun-01-08 13:04:41 PDT) ($365 vs $521 at kneedraggers). The price is significantly less...
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    First Service on 08 FZ6

    I'm getting ready to purchase my first bike. Today I talked with the dealer and he informed me that I should expect to pay 400-500 bucks for the 600 mile service. I dont know if that is negotiable (most things are). Should I expect to have to pay for this service, especially this much? If...
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