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How much do these effect the width of the bike? I've always wanted some saddlebags but my only concern is regarding lane splitting. Are they any wider than the mirrors are?

I used a pair of stubby tools tire irons to get the tire off. They're made of a hard plastic and won't scuff your rim. For getting the new tire in, check out this video: How to mount motorcycle tire with zipties - YouTube I tried that and it worked like a charm.

I'm using engine ice. Even at 100 degrees outside my coolant temperature is never higher than 200F while moving

Does anyone know what size hex key fits the fork damping rod bolt? Thanks!

I'm 5'6, 145 - I can touch the grounds up to the balls of my feet. I just lean off to my left and only put one foot down at stops - the other foot keeps the rear brake engaged. Even on uneven pavement, all you have to do is scoot your butt further off the left side and you'll flatfoot it just...

Lately I've been looking at upgrading the suspension of my FZ6 since, like many others, I feel the front does dive too much during braking or throttle changes. I've looked on the forums for feedback regarding Racetech springs but I haven't found much feedback from people around my weight -...

I have one of these and I mounted the battery on the inside of the helmet behind the padding. I can't even notice it's there.

Thats odd haha... I know of two other FZ6's besides my own that I park near at my school.

Well the label does say not reccended for laptops due to the neodymium magnets, but my laptop has a solid state drive so that's not really an issue. Even in traditional HDDs are more robust than people give them credit for. Truthfully I'd be more concerned with the vibrations and mechanical...

I'm a full time student and I work full time as well. Since I use my FZ6 as my primary commuter I usually need a way to carry things either to school or to my job. Up until now I used a Timbuk2 classic messenger bag (which worked great by the way), but I got tired of having something on my back...

I use a timbuk2 messenger bag with a stabilizing strap which goes across your chest to stop the bag from swinging around. I love it, especially since the weight can be rested on the seat and its a lower center of gravity vs backpacks.

I bought the Spiegler race style SS brake lines and love them. Prior to I felt like the front brake was way too spongy feeling, despite being properly bled. I prefer the race style vs over the fender simply because its a lot easier to bleed I think (less spots for air to hide). It doesn't look...

I'm a big fan of the RS taichi armed leather mesh gloves RS Taichi Armed Leather Mesh Gloves RST390 Black/Red from SportbikeTrackGear.com Just make sure you read their sizing information, since its Japanese based.

Looks good... Out of curiosity, how much of the shroud did you have to trim to get it to aim properly? I think I may have to take them back out and shave a bit more off.

I paid the $70 price, but I'll be more than happy to send in my core once I receive the levers.