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I am looking at buying a used 2004 FZ6. I took the bike for a short test drive and when accelerating, heard some rattling or clunking noises. I could not tell where they were coming from. It is hard to describe but the noise would speed up when accelerating and slow down when braking. It...

Long time FZ6 owner and couldn't wait to pick one up when they hit the market in 2004. Now, sadly my riding days are limited and I need to pass the beauty onto a new owner. I've replaced brakes, changed oil/filter, cleaned/lubed chain, washed and detailed it better than it has looked in...

I was doing my normal chain lube and maint the other day... and my swing arm chain guard/guide is gone! (The guide the bolts to the front of the swing arm) Anyone have one they'd like to part with? Thanks, Scott (Paragon)

Hey guys thanks for any help. I am a first time chain driven bike owner. I noticed while cleaning the chain last week that the rivet on the master link was missing part of the 'mushroom.' Is this something I should be worried about? The chain is an EK 530 ZZZ with like a 11,000 lb/ft rating or...

have a practically brand new Motion Pro Chain Tool Jumbo. It breaks and rivets the chain. I used it once and it was really easy to use. It took just a few minutes to break the old chain and install the new chain. I bought a really high quality tool because I wanted to wanted to use it for many...

I am going to be taking a trip on my bike later this summer. A couple of the days will be over 500 miles. What does everyone suggest for a long lasting chain lube or wax? I plan on relubing the chain at the end of the day, but not angry more often so it has a chance to dry. It would also be nice...

I had a new tire put on my bike yesterday and my Japanese mechanic was amazed that my bike has almost 60,000km on it and the chain and sprockets have little wear (originals), the suspension hasn't had the oil changed, the brake pads and spark plugs have only been changed once, and the bike is...

Excuse the massive title. :rolleyes: I was just on a 1000 mi+ trip with my FZ6 S2 and figured out in the first 200 miles that my chain was shot (I know). A few links seized up after 2 hours in the rain and I tried to loosen it up with some WD40 and motor oil after but not much I could do, the...

Hey Everyone, Id like to know what everyone uses for security on their motorcycles. Disk Locks/ Chains/ Cables/ ect. Im in the market for such items and would like some advice on what people recommend and what to avoid. As of right now ill be starting with a chain lock, not sure on the...

I recently graduated from college and I've been wanting a small project bike to work on for a while now, so I got myself a gift. Meet my new to me 1982 Yamaha SR185 Exciter! What a great find this was. Previous owner's father bought the bike new in 1982 and it's been in his family ever since...

Hello! I'm on an 06, with the old style, box section swingarm. Riding all year I have an issue with an accumulation of "goo" in the chain adjusters, causing everything to bind up for chain adjustments. At the minute I have to take the end caps off the swing arm, swill the goo out, have a good...

Okay, so I'm a bit confused here... I replaced my stock chain last season when it had around 40,000 km on it, I was seeing red dust periodically on surrounding parts and under the sprocket cover. I did consider the sprocket spline shaft itself, but ruled it out. So I installed a new x-ring...

SOLD For sale: 2007 Yamaha FZ6 21,500 miles All stock with the follow add-ons: Givi E52 Topcase and mount Oxford Sport Heated Grips with updated heat controller BD43's dual headlight mod - Plug n play using factory wiring harness Powermadd handguards (easily removable for summer/winter)...

Cutting to the chase.... I am being cheap! Just bought a new DID 530 chain/sprocket set to install before the 2015 riding season. I realized that I needed a tool to rivet the new chain, but I was pissed to see that a good price for a tool that I will likely need once will cost me over 50% of...

Ok first off I know this topic has been beaten to death but after reading all the threads I am still not sure what I am doing. I was lucky enough that somebody bought me a chain for my fz6 as a gift. I just need to know if this vortex sprocket is compatible or not. I am not looking to gain any...

I blew it the F*** UP!!! Trying to drift it with a busted up clutch in no second gear. Somehow in the process the tranny got locked up and me popping the clutch ditched the chain and did this... I have a tennis ball size hole in my crankcase and this crazy SOB is gonna try to weld it up!!!

I've bought a second hand cam timing chain from ebay long time ago. Seller has claimed that it has low miles but I don't know if it has any wear or not. Is there a way to find out if it is good or bad? I couldn't find any specifications on the service manual.

I just got new tires put on and as I'm re-installing the wheels my chain is rubbing the top of the swing arm. I took slack out of the chain with the drop-out adjusters. There's about 1 inch from the inside wall of the drop out and the silver block around the axle. The chain feels tight but not...

Is there any security chain that can stand against bolt cutter? Bike robbery is increasing here these days, and i want to know how to keep my bike safe. Here is a video of some famous chain brands, none can stand more than 30 seconds. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VC3hFr8p2ck

Alright, I'll start this off by saying that I really don't feel like I know much about the "why's" of bikes. I do not come from a motorcycling background, I do not have bikers in the family, and I don't "hang" with bikers. My motorcycle experience is solely from my riding and from frame-off...