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Thanks Erci - I am willing to change my riding mentality. I left the cruiser world because they were too big. I know an FZ won't criuse at 2k and I'm sure I can adjust quickly, I was just wanting some opinions on how long my 'transition' would take. I also have to get over the notion that I am...

I was lucky enough to have a friend let me try his '07. I'm coming off an Yamaha Roadstar 1700 so you can imagine my shock at the difference in the two bikes. I kept finding myself trying to find a higher gear as the RPM's kept telling me to shift up yet I was in 6th already. The RPMS sounded...

Soon to be an owner (hopefully). Is it possible to add a warranty to a USED FZ6 (07 or 08)? If so, that'll make me feel better about a cheaper, low miles 2007 used bike vs a zero mile, 2008 more expensive left over. Dlr says for about $140 you can add an add'l yr to a NEW bike as long as...

Great shots Ryan. How did the stock seat perform and did you track your MPG?

Pete, I've confirmed 08 prices I gave you are good, less tax sales tax of course. The -07 is stk but I don't know about the tires. Sounds like as long as you keep oil in them they'll last forever, right! Any mechanical things I should inquire about other than if maintenance has been done etc...

Thanks for great replies. Now, re a used bike. I've found an 07 used w/11k miles. I know these are bullet proof but do these engines go a long way? Is it possible for this bike to be abused and still run good on a test ride? I'm no mechanic but if I can get a good price and bike seems solid...

NE, I was actually tired of the bulk of the cruisers and want something a little more nimble. BTW, do the grip puppies reduce vibration?

Manas -Great first link, I think I'm just about convinced. BTW, -what are frame slidders? -I'm 5'10", does the stk windshield protect ok? -Are their any side bag capabilities, or racks for local trips to the store? -I' sure it's typical Yamaha reliability, right? Sorry for all the...

Thanks for the quick responses. I realize the FZ1 anf FJR are different bikes and I definately need to take that into consideration. A few test rides will certainly help. How is the FZ6 around town and on the hwy? Is throttle response ok at low rpm or does it really have to be above 7k for...

Newbie here.Thinking about buying one. Been looking at the FZ1 and FJR but they are more. Read a nice review of bike but it said you always are shifting to stay in powerband. I realize torque is lower on a 600cc but what is real world driving like? How is power off the bottom? Is it...