Recent content by xeres

Hey there. Sorry to hijak the thread partially but on that picture you posted of the race setup fizzer Defy, he seems to have an under swing arm chain gaurd. What and why is it there? X

What about the good old fashioned looking down the chain method? I mount the rear wheel then get nice and low to judge once whether the chain is straight. Then i lock it all off. When i use string im always knocking it or pushing on it somewhere and i dont feel confident im getting an accurate...

thanks for the input and tips guys. Thing is, what do you all think of my idea of laquering? Worth doing? Its darn hard to stay on top of rust and if you miss it once, its already too late. X

Is this a bad idea and any thoughts regarding this but I was thinking. I ride most weather and wash the bike alot trying to keep on top of the rust situation but inevitably, it will always happen. most annoying to me is the furring of bolts which are an obvious sign of times and the wierd...

http://search.autotrader.co.uk/es-uk/www/bikes/YAMAHA+FZ/Ne-2-4-7-8-27-64-104-133-146-236,N-121-239-4294967003-4294967248/advert.action?R=200833316711094&distance=0&postcode=YO19+5RX&channel=BIKES&make=YAMAHA&model=FZ&min_pr=&max_pr=&max_mileage= Unfortunately (or not, arguably), I have just...

i supect Dangerous Dave is refering to the same road but there is a B road between York and Thirsk that is ace fun to ride. nice windy corners with tight bends and some real nice pubs and scenery as you go. Also worth a look in. You get to it by heading on the A59 to Harrogate and taking a B...

ah, also to note depending on their route, i have a google map with a load of "pins" that highlight good areas to check out. Drives are always good, ill try and make it publically availale then post a link to it. Also, as an added bonus, no SPEED CAMERAS in York! and we only have a smal...

Hey there Cloggy, I live in York and am always driving around the Dales although I havent gone much farther than well worn paths. Ill get back to you regarding some good roads around the local area when ive got some free time, working hellish hours at work at the moment so bear with me. To...

Ha! This picture reminded me of when i went to Thailand the other year. I was amazed at their road driving skills, bikes were freuquently loaded with 3 or MORE people, Ive seen Vespa's carrying 6 roles of carpet that hangs of the back and looks like the suspension never recovered and even a...

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Wider tyre means more tyre contact with the road but less of a turning circle and thus not very nimble. Thinner tyre means quicker lean in, sharper turning circle but at the cost of traction. On dirt, traction comes at less of a price than nimbleness hence the skinny tyres. In regards to a...

sounds real bad but it was an isolated strike issue affecting only a localized (midlands) area of the UK. There's a lot to be said and pandered about in regards to fuel as the mainstay and movement of British commerce and if you look closely, Britain is already on the downturn. Living costs are...

ah, a fellow naked FZ owner in the York vicinity... welcome to the forums :) Hope to see you riding around, im all black including jacket, boots and trousers. Ill be sure to put a friendly neighbourly nod your way. X

ah yes, good question. Apparent excuse is "bought it for when i got my license, still haven't so freeing up space in garage". Yes, it seems that this is a dodgy purchase which is why i want to go in with my eyes open and aware of potential dangers. After all, everyone assumes he worst but...

Not exactly an FZ6 question i must admit but you guys seem to have good overall mechanical knowledge so here goes: Im thinking of buying a European Daytona 600 (2003) but the bike has not been used in 4 years. It has a dust cover on it and will have a new battery and MOT upon sale of it. The...