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  1. Wombat1940

    Getting a UK licence: Insurance difficults for an Aussie

    I have brother who is shortly going overseas to the UK. He has bought a bike in the UK to use while he is there. (Keeping it at son's place and he also has a full Aussie License). However he is having trouble getting a riding license to use with it in the UK. The problem is getting insurance...
  2. Wombat1940

    Where's the "best" place to buy FZ6 Mods?

    Just wondering where riders go? Silly ..... haven't got the beast yet (2007 FZ6S), but I'm already looking at mods. Yes ........ I've noted the three most important from my other thread, but I just saw this the other day and I can't get them out of my head! Just lovely ...
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    Redirecting others to another post?

    Didn't know where to ask this so here will have to do. (1) How do you direct somebody (when posting) to another post rather than the full thread? (2) In fact where do you find directions in the forum on issues like the one above or another (3) What does permalink do? I...
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    What are the 3 best essential mods for a 2007 FZ6S?

    The title says it all. About to take possession of mine (getting off GS500) and it is stock standard except for Oggy knobs. I'm male 68 years old, been riding for 2 years and will be using as a joy, non commuter, country run around. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
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    Top gear engine speeds GS500 v FZ6 v CB400

    I am currently trading in my GS500 for a FZ6. I love the sound/feel on the GS500 at 5000rpm sitting on 100kph. Its almost like cruising in over-drive. My brother has a CB400. At 100kph he's looking for another gear. I did some calculations to compare the GS v the CB v the FZ6 engine...
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    A "lowered" FZ6S?

    I understand the 2007 FZ6S I am buying secondhand through a dealer was "lowered" for the previous owner (female) by the same dealer. They say about an inch (2.5cm). I'm 6ft but could not really sense the difference when sitting on the bike when compared to a new FZ6. However haven't ridden...
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    What model FZ6 have I bought?

    Sorry to start with a dumb question but about to take possession of a an 2007 FZ6S. (deposit only at the moment). What this about FZ6 S2? The S2 bit? I know what it means but what have I put my money on? :confused: I'm in Australia. The manual says FZ6 SHGW and that all I really have...
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