A left low-side crash on my way to work this week has left my poor 2005 FZ6 in rough shape. It was in a rotary going about 20, slid probably 30ft on the frame slider, the bottom of the engine cover, and the left side of my exhaust and top case. Started right up after, drives straight at highway speeds, no oil leaks, weird noises, or trouble with bent handlebars, levers, or pegs. All in all, pretty lucky. Oh, and I'm sore but fine - my gear is the only real casualty from this so I'll need new pants and jacket (but my Rev it pants and jacket did their job well. The armor on my left elbow could have been in a better place but the knees were perfect.)
So, the exhaust and exhaust shroud are busted and will be replaced. The rear subframe is quite bent/torqued. My question to yall is thusly:
Has anyone attempted to straighten out their subframe following a crash like this? And if so, has anyone had success? failure?
I know I've read on here somewhere that at least one of you used a broom handle or some such redneck brilliance to straighten it out. I'd love to hear your outcomes and possibly follow in your footsteps.
So, the exhaust and exhaust shroud are busted and will be replaced. The rear subframe is quite bent/torqued. My question to yall is thusly:
Has anyone attempted to straighten out their subframe following a crash like this? And if so, has anyone had success? failure?
I know I've read on here somewhere that at least one of you used a broom handle or some such redneck brilliance to straighten it out. I'd love to hear your outcomes and possibly follow in your footsteps.
I think with some arm strength and a good long pry bar, it can be put back close to normal. Want to do it here in the Busted Knuckle Garage? Let me know!!
