Dezia
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Howdy Folks! Long time Rider & Reader, First time Poster
A Bit about my situation: I bought an FZ6 (2004) back in 2017. It had some light work done, but it ran great and I loved it. I've had a ton of fun with it, and never had any real issues. Near the End of this summer (2020) some folks boosted my motorcycle. It sucked, I filed a report and got the bike back a ~month later.
The following was removed and missing:
The following parts were damaged:
Aside from those parts missing and some scratches, It looks to be just fine. Now I want to rebuild the bike into a street fighter, and (as it was running just fine before it was stolen) I would think it should run just fine when I get the missing parts and install them. I have not done anything like this before, but I think it would be a great way to salvage this beautiful motorcycle and keep it going despite the atrocities committed against it. Plus I've always like the Naked look.
So far: I have removed the faring, replaced the clutch cable, ordered a new ignition, seat lock, and tank cap, ordered a full exhaust system (excluding the silencer heat shield that I still need), gaskets and mounting pieces, ordered new hoses (for the coolant system), and purchased a battery. I've invested roughly $300 at this point, and before I invest any more (in the big ticket items) I would love some advice. The more steps I take forward, the more I realize I've overlooked steps/parts.
I'm looking for advice on several topics (Embedded Links):
To my knowledge these are some other misc parts I would need:
Is there anything obvious I might be overlooking that would prevent me from moving forward on this project? Anything I should check before I start putting more money into this? Feed back would be so much appreciated as I'm having a hard time pulling the trigger on these items thinking there will be something major stopping me from getting the bike up and running again. If anybody takes an interest and would Like images, I can put them together in another post.
To anybody who read this whole thing, Thank you.
A Bit about my situation: I bought an FZ6 (2004) back in 2017. It had some light work done, but it ran great and I loved it. I've had a ton of fun with it, and never had any real issues. Near the End of this summer (2020) some folks boosted my motorcycle. It sucked, I filed a report and got the bike back a ~month later.
The following was removed and missing:
- The Gas tank (Including fuel pump and bleed and drain hoses, still have the feeder hose)
- Seat
- Full Exhaust system
- Tool kit
- Battery
The following parts were damaged:
- Clutch Cable
- Ignition Lock
- Seat Lock
- Coolant Hoses (many pulled off, one was cut to remove the exhaust I think?)
Aside from those parts missing and some scratches, It looks to be just fine. Now I want to rebuild the bike into a street fighter, and (as it was running just fine before it was stolen) I would think it should run just fine when I get the missing parts and install them. I have not done anything like this before, but I think it would be a great way to salvage this beautiful motorcycle and keep it going despite the atrocities committed against it. Plus I've always like the Naked look.
So far: I have removed the faring, replaced the clutch cable, ordered a new ignition, seat lock, and tank cap, ordered a full exhaust system (excluding the silencer heat shield that I still need), gaskets and mounting pieces, ordered new hoses (for the coolant system), and purchased a battery. I've invested roughly $300 at this point, and before I invest any more (in the big ticket items) I would love some advice. The more steps I take forward, the more I realize I've overlooked steps/parts.
I'm looking for advice on several topics (Embedded Links):
- Overall Cost Effectiveness and Whether this is Do-able (I estimate I'll need to spend an additional 1000~1200 more to get all the pieces I need/want does this seem right? Gas Tank/Pump 400-700, Headlights 200, Rear Lights & Blinkers 100, plus other pieces?) I don't have much in the way of tools, but I think I might be able to get by without investing too much in them (although I would like to at some point, I don't have a garage).
- Buying a Used Gas Tank (Fit, Quality, Cost, Ect..)
- There are several on Ebay right now, but I'm not 100% on the best bet. There is one I love the look of, but am wondering if it over priced at 320 + 80 for shipping? There is some cosmetic damage, and the cost to ship then return it would be half the price of the tank.
- Can I use an FZ6 S2 tank on an 2004 FZ6 frame? There are a few more S2 tanks on Ebay so that would open up my options
- Replacing the fuel pump (OEM vs Aftermarket ; New vs USED).
- What will I need to replace the fuel pump esp if I use the aftermarket ones over the OEM? just visually I can see that the connections are different. Has anyone done this before who could share their experience? I don't really want to shell out $200 for a used OEM fuel pump (As many do not look great). Is there a good Aftermarket fuel pump that will get the job done?
- Replacing the ignition (I learned it is installed with break away bolts, so I need to remove those to install the new one. I've heard several methods, dremel flat sides to grip with a vice, reverse drill bits? Pretty sure I can figure this one out)
- Front Headlights for a N/Cafe racer style faring: I'm looking at this style of headlight (I think it would look great with the above gas tank). There is this one with a small windshield too (though it seems much cheaper that the above model, so I might pass)
- Buying an Italian Seat (Saw this one on Ebay for 200 that looked pretty sweet, anyone have any experience with this brand/buying seats?)
To my knowledge these are some other misc parts I would need:
- A speedometer mounting bracket
- A Fuel pump retaining ring, bleeder and overflow hoses
- I still have the rear fairing, but it was scratched up by the folks who stole it, so maybe some stuff to fix the plastic and make it shine again
- Blinkers
- Underseat tool kit
- Muffler Heat Shield
Is there anything obvious I might be overlooking that would prevent me from moving forward on this project? Anything I should check before I start putting more money into this? Feed back would be so much appreciated as I'm having a hard time pulling the trigger on these items thinking there will be something major stopping me from getting the bike up and running again. If anybody takes an interest and would Like images, I can put them together in another post.
To anybody who read this whole thing, Thank you.
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