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+1 You don't even need to invest in much really. I break the bead using a 2x4 and my shed. If you are creative, own tire levers, some basic tools/materials this can be done in your back yard very cheap. Want to do it really quick and easy? Cut the old tires off with a sawzall (or...

Oh man.. that is AWESOME!

Wow, that's a nice solution at a great price. I wish I had found that 5 years ago.

I took all of the hooks off of my bungee net and attach it using strips of double sided velcro. I don't use bungee cords in favor of rope and adjustable straps. You may wish to do this in addition to protecting the surface. Honestly, it's a bit of a bummer that your friend didn't...

I think that's normal for installing these racks. I had to drill new plate holes myself and now my sweet FZ6-Forum plate frame doesn't fit. I'll have to modify it. BTW, you're only ten hours away from Rhode Island. The fine folks at Twisted Throttle will help you out for free if you're...

Hmmm... This is bugging me. I know you must be frustrated. (Especially if you already have the cases and they are just sitting there... mocking you. Those jerks.) Did you go through and loosen everything up in an attempt to squeeze everything into position? IF the rear connections are...

I just installed SW-Motech racks this weekend, but they were EVO's on my '06 so I may not be of much help I guess. The best advise I can give is this: Don't tighten a single bolt/nut until everything is in place. In looking at the instructions for your combo, it looks very similar to my...

You'd be surprised at how well the PRII's handle it. Nice pics Banjo! Looks like a great time.

No, it won't actually explode. IF it gets too hot the end seal will melt long before the case explodes. Worst case, my cartridge leaks rather un-dramatically and I'm stuck somewhere with no way to fill my tire. I can't find the melting point of that seal online anywhere, but I'm betting it's...

I always have that area chock full of tools and stuff. I even have a couple CO2 cartridges in there. I've never had a problem. I figure if the plastic that the compartment is made out of can take it, everything else can. I would draw the line at chocolate bars though.

I wear full gear head to toe and I've ridden in temps ranging from 5 to 105 F (-15 - 41 C.) It gets toasty on those wicked hot days (like today) but it's always worth it to me. It just adds to the adventure, right?

I would expect that the lower fairing would increase the engine operating temp. The bike is designed as complete unit and that extra plastic isn't part of the equation. The airflow over the engine has to be reduced greatly by that shroud. It sure looks badass though. I really don't believe...

I happen to be the proud owner of an '07 reservoir and the existing tubing is plenty long enough for a tank migration. Can somebody post a pic of there 07 or later overflow tank position? Aside from that... I epoxied that entire section and installed it tonight. It has remained liquid tight...

What year is the bike and what conditions has it experienced? I'm not sure where Oakum is. Is that slang for some place? My 2006 is pretty much always out in the rain/sun/snow/dust/ice/locusts and this hasn't happened to me yet. Of course, now I'm convinced it will. :Flip: I've seen a...

That would be some creative tom-foolery indeed. No, it's simply age/stress.

Old age it seems. I epoxied the crack last night and I was about to install it a few minutes ago when I noticed its twin (which you can see in the pic below). I epoxied that one just now (even though it's not leaking YET) so at least I can ride until I get a replacement. The bike has been...

Wow, this talk of using iridiums for their long life has converted me. I always use standard plugs because there never seemed to be a difference in performance in my vehicles. However, it's a bit of pain changing them in the FZ6 and it's a complete knuckle busting nightmare to change them in...

Wow. That is an outstanding find. Congrats! Was it on public land? Also, what's the thirteen year figure based on? Last inspection sticker? I'd probably tear it down completely and rebuild it you have the time/inclination. It's generally advised to not turn over a motor that's been...

It is indeed odd. The crack is on the back of it and I don't see any indication of an impact. I got a used replacement from a forum member, but it looks quite different and I doubt it will fit. I believe it's from an '07 and my bike is an '06. (I had it in my head that the FZ6 was updated...

I never need to use one because I ride 5-6 days per week, year round. Even when I'm on vacation or otherwise away from the bike I never tend the battery. The factory battery lasted about 5 years and I expect the replacement I bought to last about the same.