Recent content by rider1a

Back in the chain gang! I recognize Pete from a decade ago. :rockon:

Nice review on the the FZ09 web site on how to convert the FZ09 into a long-distance touring beast or mule. Earth, Wind & Fire - The MT09 Touring Mule :thumbup:

Good point! A 3,000 pound vehicle against a 425 pound bike is no match. Use good judgement/conservative riding demeanor and don't engage the other person. John Wayne retribution works mainly in the movies. ;)

Not everywhere: Ethanol-free gas stations in the U.S. and Canada :D

When I did the FZ6 Pony Express ride, I could not imagine riding across places like New Mexico with the stock screen. The buffeting would be horrible. I can remember days of riding into a 30 mph headwinds. I went with a XL CalSci with a Laminar Lip attached on top. It looked a bit ugly, but is...

That has been my case on most Japanese and German bikes that are fuel injected. On the BMW, there is a cheap device called Booster Plug that richens up the fuel mixture and solves the problem. It costs $150 and works great! On the FZ6, I had the PC3. You can snag a used one for about $150...

For me, it is turning around a (heavy) bike on a steep incline laden down with gear.

Is he the original owner? I would request the service interval history done on the bike. You might check the VIN and see if any warranty work has been done on it as well. It might not be a bad idea to take it to a respected motorcycle mechanic locally to look it over for 30 minutes for...

There's a little Tex-mex joint in Buda that has the best Mexican Shredded Brisket dinner that I've ever eaten. It is just amazingly delicious! And well worth driving down to Buda just for a taste. It's that good. Also, I know some fantastic county roads in this part of the hill country that...

I am in too...anything after this weekend, if you are still here. :)

Sure...some of us have gone the FZ1 route, however, it would be fun to go riding again with fellow members. Pete or "Hellgate" is the Texas group leader. I think he might plan some type of hill country ride soon if prompted. Fred

Hey, If any FZ6 riders want to join along, the riding is superb in Mexico. The highways are smooth and the scenery fantastic. Come join us... Fred ------ 4th Annual MexTrek Adventure Ride Thursday, May 27 - Sunday, May 30, 2010 Galeana, Nuevo Leon, Mexico (the Sierra Leon region) The...

Sorry...it is gone.

Smoked Puig Windscreen - 2007 SOLD Asking $55.00 or best offer plus shipping. Excellent condition. Fits 2007 or higher.

The screen which I have is new. It sells for $160 plus the shipping from Cee Bailey, which is another 25-30 dollars. I will go drop the price down to $90.00 for local delivery.