Lowering my FZ6

[p1nk]

Hi guys, i'm pretty new here and i've previously owned a Honda Hornet which my partner was able to lower for me by bringing the front forks down around 1inch, however he has bought me a 2005 fz6 for chrimbo and its massive for me!, i'm only 5'3 and on my tip toes with new rock boots on, which are basically platform boots. so what we're wanting to know is, can we lower the 05 fz6 with an R1 shock?

 

[OZXJR]

Hello and :welcome: .Your partner has good taste The Fz is a great bike.

Don't try the R1 shock,someone on here tried it and it was way too soft.A few people on here have lowered their bike in different ways . Here is one link for you to look at .There are heaps more .http://www.600riders.com/forum/fz6-mods/12000-hyperpro-lowering-springs-installed.html

Post a pic of your bike when you can :thumbup:

 

[p1nk]

Okay thanks, now when you say "too soft" i'm not a heavy girl so would it matter on my weight which is around 140lbs

 

[sideshow_downs]

:welcome: to the forum and congradulations on the new bike :thumbup:

About lowering your FZ a fellow member has this for sale
http://www.600riders.com/forum/bikes-parts-sale/11114-works-performance-shock-lowered.html
That may help you out

 

[humvee 998]

Keep on searching, I am doing my research also, if I found something good surely I will be back in this thread....

 

[lytehouse]

Hi & :welcome: to the forum......

I am also 5'3" & my husband dinked with the pre-load setting and I got about a 1/2" out of it. Also shaving the seat will help. If you do a search on the forum, you will find a "how to" guide. :cheer:
Just a couple other things to try......good luck & keep us posted

Brenda

 

[OZXJR]

[SIZE=\"3\"][COLOR=\"Magenta\"][FONT=\"Microsoft Sans Serif\"]Okay thanks, now when you say \"too soft\" i'm not a heavy girl so would it matter on my weight which is around 140lbs [/FONT][/COLOR][/SIZE]

I think the person that tried meant the ride was to soft ,wallowing in corners,that sort of thing.

 

[OZXJR]

Found it
http://www.600riders.com/forum/fz6-mods/2897-r1-shock-install.html

 

[Nelly]

Welcome to the site,
Yamaha actually sell a lowering kit for the Fazer.

Hi guys, I'm pretty new here and I've previously owned a Honda Hornet which my partner was able to lower for me by bringing the front forks down around 1inch, however he has bought me a 2005 fz6 for chrimbo and its massive for me!, I'm only 5'3 and on my tip toes with new rock boots on, which are basically platform boots. so what we're wanting to know is, can we lower the 05 fz6 with an R1 shock?

Welcome to the site,
Yamaha actually sell a lowering kit for the Fazer. [edit] Sorry Pink I have just checked with Yamaha and they don't make a lowering kit.
My local Yamaha dealer do lower the FZ6. The kit comes from a company called FI international. It is very expensive and they would need to check shipping.

http://www.fiinternational.com/ShowDetails.asp?name=FZ6+/+Fazer&type=Yamaha

They would need a VIN number to check compatibility.


Nelly

 

[Hellgate]

Hi P1nk, welcome. :welcome:

It's a little odd to start off with a sales pitch but I have what you need.

You need this shock, it will be perfect for you and will lower your bike one inch in the rear and give you a top quality shock. At your weight the spring is perfect for you. A friend of mine had this one his wife's FZ6. Then once you do that all you need to do is side your fork up in the triple clamp about 1/2 to 3/4 of an inch and you are good to go.

If you are interested please PM me with your email and I'll put you in touch with my friend.

http://www.600riders.com/forum/bikes-parts-sale/11114-works-performance-shock-lowered.html

 

[Nelly]

Hi P1nk, welcome. :welcome:

It's a little odd to start off with a sales pitch but I have what you need.

You need this shock, it will be perfect for you and will lower your bike one inch in the rear and give you a top quality shock. At your weight the spring is perfect for you. A friend of mine had this one his wife's FZ6. Then once you do that all you need to do is side your fork up in the triple clamp about 1/2 to 3/4 of an inch and you are good to go.

If you are interested please PM me with your email and I'll put you in touch with my friend.

http://www.600riders.com/forum/bikes-parts-sale/11114-works-performance-shock-lowered.html

Quote:
Originally Posted by p1nk
Hi guys, I'm pretty new here and I've previously owned a Honda Hornet which my partner was able to lower for me by bringing the front forks down around 1inch, however he has bought me a 2005 fz6 for chrimbo and its massive for me!, I'm only 5'3 and on my tip toes with new rock boots on, which are basically platform boots. so what we're wanting to know is, can we lower the 05 fz6 with an R1 shock?

I reckon Pete's option is the best one.

Nelly

 

[DefyInertia]

You can lower the rear of the bike with an R6 shock. The R1 shock won't lower the bike unless your sag is way out of wack.

EDIT - the R1/R6 shocks will require some grinding of the subframe....if you've got the budget for it, go with the shock hellgate is selling.

 

[p1nk]

Thanks guys for all your comments, I may have told a little lie about my weight! i'm currently 158lbs but on a diet, so my wieght by the time i get the bike lowered will be 140lbs as the weather here is atrocious so i've got plenty of time haha, i will either purchase that mod shock, or currently my partner has been told of a company here that may be able to modify it for me, so shock is being removed today and fingers crossed. I will certainly keep you posted with the outcome.

 

[steveindenmark]

I have the Yamaha Lowered seat which has made a massive difference to me.

There are also links on here on how to shape your own seat to make it lower.

Bagster makes lower seats for the FZ6 and are really nice.

Steve

 

[p1nk]

Yeah i was considering getting the seat altered aswell, any inches off is a bonus for me

 

[Mangus]

There's this lowering spring set from Hyperpro:
Hyper Pro USA - Catalog

I've purchased my set, but have not yet installed them. I plan to this weekend.

I have absolutely no affiliation w/ the company or product, and I have no opinion of it (as stated, I haven't yet installed them). Just throwing it out there for reference.

I'll let you know how they work and feel soon.

PS - I'm 5'6, 28.5" inseam, measured correctly. On the balls of my feet at stock height, level.

 

[gt89stang393]

Stupid question, but what does the lowering do to the way the suspension works during acceleration? Anyone notice any difference at all from a stop?

 

[OZXJR]

i may have told a little lie about my weight!

what !!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[dankatz]

I second Steve's copmment. The lowered seat (3cm lower) did make a difference. I think what will make the most difference is just riding the bike. You will get used to the fact it is bigger. I came from a Ninja 500 and this bike felt huge in comparison (I am 5'8" with 30" inseam). I can flat foot both feet with the lower seat. It is not available in the US, but can be found in Europe. Don't know about Australia.
Dani

 

[afpreppie04]

I think Crossgar is in Ireland so she should be set there :thumbup: