RainCityRider
New Member
Hello everyone. I've been lurking for awhile and wanted to get feedback on my plans for my bike. I bought a 2007 a few months ago and have already put 4000 miles on the clock. Here's an old ad with some pictures:
http://www.600riders.com/forum/sell-your-bike-car-truck/56111-2007-fz6-sport-touring-3900-givi-bags-heated-grips-lots-mods-west-coast.html
So far I've replaced the brakes, fork seals & oil, and the steering head bearings. My goal is to have a good commuter for college and work with capability for fun on the weekends. I want a well maintained machine that handles predictably with smooth throttle response. Doing the fork seals and overfilling with new oil helped some but I find the suspension to be lacking. I ride occasionally two-up with my girlfriend occasionally as well.
I've planned to bring the bike up to speed in three phases:
Stage 1 - Baseline (bring the bike up to standards)
Chain & sprockets: I have a grinding noise on takeoff and at low speed. I adjusted the chain numerous times and have bathed it in lube to no avail. It has a bind that I can't seem to adjust out. Wheel has been string aligned.
Air filter: the air filter needs to be changed, is a K&N worth it?
Valves - the P.O. adjusted them about 5k ago. I want to verify they are in spec due to light ticking.
TB sync
Spark plug: check for vibes
Dual headlight mod
Stage 2 - Ride-ability (stabile and predictable handling)
R6 forks: either machine the spacers myself or buy from Dako
Rear shock: R1 or other options?
Stage 3 - Performance (improve response)
S1 Header
De-cat the midpipe
Airbox mod?
PC fuel controller
Dyno tune (Nels at 2wheeldynoworks)
Questions
Is it necessary/worth it to upgrade the springs in the R6 forks?
Despite having a Puig screen (the race version I believe) wind buffeting on the highway is extreme to an uncomfortable level. Any other options?
Should I go down a tooth on the front sprocket despite doing lots of highway riding?
Dreams
Powdercoat wheels next tire change.
Repair small crack on underside of fairing.
Electric exhaust cutouts with tune for open/closed, switched with same button on bars.
http://www.600riders.com/forum/sell-your-bike-car-truck/56111-2007-fz6-sport-touring-3900-givi-bags-heated-grips-lots-mods-west-coast.html
So far I've replaced the brakes, fork seals & oil, and the steering head bearings. My goal is to have a good commuter for college and work with capability for fun on the weekends. I want a well maintained machine that handles predictably with smooth throttle response. Doing the fork seals and overfilling with new oil helped some but I find the suspension to be lacking. I ride occasionally two-up with my girlfriend occasionally as well.
I've planned to bring the bike up to speed in three phases:
Stage 1 - Baseline (bring the bike up to standards)
Chain & sprockets: I have a grinding noise on takeoff and at low speed. I adjusted the chain numerous times and have bathed it in lube to no avail. It has a bind that I can't seem to adjust out. Wheel has been string aligned.
Air filter: the air filter needs to be changed, is a K&N worth it?
Valves - the P.O. adjusted them about 5k ago. I want to verify they are in spec due to light ticking.
TB sync
Spark plug: check for vibes
Dual headlight mod
Stage 2 - Ride-ability (stabile and predictable handling)
R6 forks: either machine the spacers myself or buy from Dako
Rear shock: R1 or other options?
Stage 3 - Performance (improve response)
S1 Header
De-cat the midpipe
Airbox mod?
PC fuel controller
Dyno tune (Nels at 2wheeldynoworks)
Questions
Is it necessary/worth it to upgrade the springs in the R6 forks?
Despite having a Puig screen (the race version I believe) wind buffeting on the highway is extreme to an uncomfortable level. Any other options?
Should I go down a tooth on the front sprocket despite doing lots of highway riding?
Dreams
Powdercoat wheels next tire change.
Repair small crack on underside of fairing.
Electric exhaust cutouts with tune for open/closed, switched with same button on bars.
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