Rear Tire Cowl?

[FZ6josh2006]

I'm new to the site and new to bikes. Bought my first bike, a '06 FZ6 about a month ago. I've been looking around for a Rear Tire Cowl (not even sure if thats what you'd call it) I've noticed without it the rear tire's spittin' up a bunch of dirt and stuff all over the bike. Wondering if anyone had any tips or links they could help me with, anything would be appreciated.

 

[abacall]

You mean a huger? Your bike should have come with one, stock.

 

[FZ6josh2006]

Should but it didn't. Bought it from second owner, bike has no signs of any damage ever but its just not there.. I see in the manual its shown but its not on the bike, hah. So know that I know the name maybe I'll have a little bit of luck finding the part.. Thanks.

 

[PB Hand]

The 'hugger' that you're looking for can be found from time to time on this site, from those that are parting out their bike. Or, you could always order one from BikeBandit.com.

2005 Yamaha FZ6T OEM Parts, 2005 Yamaha FZ6T OEM Motorcycle Parts - BikeBandit.com

(This is for a 2005, but I believe they are the same design as the 2006).:thumbup:

 

[Bagzter]

I'm new to the site and new to bikes. Bought my first bike, a '06 FZ6 about a month ago. I've been looking around for a Rear Tire Cowl (not even sure if thats what you'd call it) I've noticed without it the rear tire's spittin' up a bunch of dirt and stuff all over the bike. Wondering if anyone had any tips or links they could help me with, anything would be appreciated.

You can go down the OE route or you can shop about for an aftermarket hugger. Fraid to say that there arent that many aftermarket manufacturers that do huggers for FZ's. I did manage to find a company that make one that i think looks excellent and suits my bike superbly, TCP in Holland. they do have some outlets worldwide, but i went direct. TCP Aerodynamics

 

[smokenu]

I say go without!

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just be sure to stay on paved roads:BLAA:

 

[abacall]

I'm also without. I like the look better and really don't mind giving the bike a quick rinse here and there.
Lots of bikes don't have the rear hugger, so no big deal.

 

[FZ6josh2006]

Thanks for all the help guys appreciate it. I've got it stored for the winter for now so I'll probably just wait to see if a used one shows up on the site here or I can find one on e-bay.

 

[jdough7]

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