spark plugs

Hi, I feel like a complete leech but you guys are the absolute number 1 place to come for these bikes, I've used it for years now; so even if you can't help, thanks. I have a: 2008 FZ6-S2 ABS 27000 miles, not done valve clearance. Kept outside, no cover ( I know) in South England weather Mon...

Hey guys. Learning my bike and getting familiar with the little things and wanted to see if what I'm experiencing is normal. At highway speeds there is a very subtle vibration in the grips, not even bothersome nor that noticeable with gloves. Seems to happen in the 7-8k range and is more...

...one of them does not look like the others: This is after 12.5k miles. What does the white residue on the #1 spark plug indicate? It's on the bolt rather than on the head, and it's not powdery/rubbing off on my hands. For posterity, this was easily done following the instructions...

So I was going through the usual Monday morning, wake up late, hop on the FZ, and fly to work. While on the interstate, my #2, 3, & 4 spark plug caps popped off causing me to lose power in 3 of my cylinders. I coasted off the nearest off-ramp and was able to get my #4 plug cap back on. I...

Hi all, First off, this site is great. I've learned so much valuable information and I appreciate all the help that the regulars offer.:thumbup: On to my problem. I changed my spark plugs for the first time the other day and everything seemed to go fine. It was a pain getting to 1 and...