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    Rear Tire Cowl?

    Since we're on the topic, anyone ever come across a carbon fiber hugger similar to the stock? Always thought that would look pretty decent. J
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    Euro Signals on US Bike, anyone try this?

    I'm looking for clear lense, forward turn signals for my '06. I like the Euro model at clear alternatives much better than the US spec at this website Clear Alternatives: YAMAHA Anyone know if I could put the Euro spec signals on my US ride? Thanks, Jay
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    Looking for pix: 04-06 smoked windscreens

    I'm curious how a smoked windscreen would look on my 06 red FZ6. If any of you have pictures, please post. Also any input on how it manages airflow for a taller rider (i'm 6'3") would be helpful. thanks
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    where is the choke?

    actally the choke is between the flux capacitor and calamari opitmizer
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    Names for your Bike

    My ideas so far: Rita (hayworth) Angie (everheart) Lindsay (lohan) train wreck hex? Ariel Lara (aka LRRH, aka Little Red Riding Hood) too contrived?Ginger Lucille (Ball) haha, right food for thought, keep em coming
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    Do you keep anything in the underseat storage

    As to be expected, the pax seat gets warm with the engine running. I am curious how warm it gets in the under seat storage area. Too hot to keep my owner's manual, registration and insurance in a thin plastic bag? Do you keep anything in there? Had any bad experiences? Also I have an...
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    It's finally here; Showing off

    I finally own my 2006 FZ6 (or more accurately the bank does for now until i pay off the loan) 2006 FZ6 6550 mi IMMACULATE! Deep Red Metallic Akrapovic exhaust Fender eliminator frame sliders (of course!) Took it out for 150 mile ride on tuesday = miles of smiles, ear to ear!
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    Names for your Bike

    Curious what nicknames, if any, everyone has bestowed upon their bikes. Go
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    Need help!!!!!!!

    Tell him to get a new girlfriend, he shouldn't have a hard time doing that with his new bike! :thumbup::D
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    Riders in NJ

    Anyone aware of northern NJ (passaic/sussex counties)or southeastern NY state (rockland/orange counties) riding groups/clubs? Most riders being: 20s-30s co-ed non-stunting all makes and models Searched AMA but those are mostly cruisers/harleys J
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    FML... layed the bike down

    Too bad about the bike, but kudos on no major injuries. What gear were you wearing and how did it fare?
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    Start the Countdown!

    I had a blue bike once... it was a bmx:D Thanks Mississippi
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    Start the Countdown!

    Red (anyone know the official name?) Pictures soon Got a jacket, helmet gloves. Gonna order new helmet, gloves and pants tomorrow. Pretty sure i know what I want but open to recommendations.
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    Strange fueling problem

    "Didn't you get the memo about the TPS reports?"
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    Start the Countdown!

    Made the down payment today. Approved for the loan. Should be riding by next week. THANK YOU all so much for all your advice! Can't wait to join the ranks. Jay
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    09 Good Price?

    None of the places around me had leftovers (or at least they said they didn't). While the economy is down, that doesn't mean people have stopped buying bikes all together. People have stopped buying bikes [I]over 600cc[I] due to the high gas prices which means the FZs have been going quick...
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    Riders in NJ

    Hey, I'm in NW Passaic County. Usually around on weekends. Post ride dates! As an aside, I'm amazed no one has come on yet asking what exits we are all from. (I am proud to admit that I live nowhere near the Parkway or the Turnpike) Ride safe, Jay
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    Lets see your riding gear ....

    Are there grades of SNELL/DOT helmet ratings? I'll see just SNELL & DOT ratings on some websites, and SNELL M2005 on others. Is there a difference? (I need to stop talking to myself)
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    How many people here are pilots?

    Hey all, IFR Comm Multi-engine CFII 2yrs with a small regional airline: Started on Beech 1900s, Now flying Dash8-Q200s 12 year anniversary in the skies next month
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    Gearing up for the buy: Final Prep

    Got a good Joe Rocket jacket and HJC Helmet. Probably replace with another that matches the bike eventually, check out the riding gear thread. Used to ride a Vulcan 750 so i'm not a virgin. Thanks tho.
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