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Reset Speedo?? HELP Hi my speedo has been giving incorrect readings for the last week. it happened after I washed it with a pressure hose. I was being careful not to get the electrics wet. when stationary the speedo shows like 12 mph. when doing speeds of 70-80mph I know it is showing a much...

Hey guys just noticed that i the last few weeks that the front wheel is stiff while rotating it by hand. I dont notice any difference in driving performance. Would this be sticking brake pistons?? Or would the bearings need greasing?? Thanks A

the bike has 29k miles, and been spluttering on open throttle in high gears at low speeds the odd odd time over the last few weeks. I am just after washing the bike and after drying it i sprayed wd40 over the engine, exhaust and other mechanical parts to prevent rust. the bike now has...

Is it absolutely necessary to change the oil drain washer after every oil change or can you use thread lock or copper grease to seal the nut and washer?? Are they easily available? ie standard size between or are they a special order item? thanks

has anybody used a swift chain and sprocket kit? they are a lot cheaper than mainstream brands like did.

Hi guys, My chain was filthy and a few links were seized ( normally lube chain every week or two, just never cleaned it). i could hear them making a noise while i was driving. so i cleaned my chain using a chain cleaner and a grunge brush. until it was like brand new. tightened up my chain...

Hey guys just wondering if braided lines for a 98-03 fzs600 will fit my 04 fz6?? :confused: :confused: Somebody on a local forum is selling a new set of hel lines for cheap :Flash: I understand that many of those sets do several different kames and models as long as the lenght is the...

The Irish interantional bike fest is on in Killarney, Co. Kerry 1-4 June. There will be over 30,000 spectators attending the event and promises to be even bigger this year! I am planning on going down on the friday. there are scheduled ride outs along the ring of Kerry on the friday and...

Hey i have installed a stainless steel slip on exhaust system. with the baffles in the idle is pretty much dead on when the engine has warmed up. when i take out the baffles it sounds like a moto gp bike, it also feels a bit quicker too!! ( but it could be me driving it faster as i love the...

Hey guys just wondering if the k&n oil filter is worth the extra money considering its nearly 3x the price of a champion filter or a hiflo filter?? :confused: just wondering as i am going to change the oil and filter in the next 2k miles. at present i am using a champion filter with castrol...

hey guys i was wondering what ye have done to improve braking performance? currently i am considering braided lines which seem to be a popular mod. i have a 2004 model. would it be worth my while to upgrade the calipers to the ones off the newer fazer with r1 style brakes i i were to find...

hi i am just after purchasing a chain wrench as my local diy store only had the oil wrench for a ratchet in large sizes to fit a car. i bought the chain wrench as an alternative. in my haynes manuel it says not to use a chain wrench as it will damage the new oil filter. what is your view on...

i am due to get the valve clearances checked in about 1500miles. i currently have clocked up about 4000miles on the current oil. if i change the oil and the filter now will i have to have it changed aswell when i have the valve clearances checked?? :BLAA:

hi i was wondering what the filter is behind the down pipes at the front of the engine? its not the oil filter as that is located on the bottom left side of the engine am i correct??

hi i am torn between pirelli angels st, michelin pilot road2 or the new pilot road 3. i do a lot of commuting and would like to get a tire with decent grip and wear life :thumbup: i live in ireland and the cheapest price of the tires notincluding fitting works out at: pirelli angels $233...