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  1. rakhan

    poor throttle response and engine stalling

    Ok I am going to take a look at my air filter and fuel lines this weekend. I hope it is something simple. Also Erburtt it has been very chilly here recently so that may have something to do with it, so I imagine an oil change would fix that. What kind of oil should I use?
  2. rakhan

    poor throttle response and engine stalling

    I have an 09 FZ6 that has been having some issues. Before I go into it i does need an oil and oil filter change so I am hoping that will solve my issues. Anyway when I start up my bike sometimes it will barely idle and sometimes it will stall, this is less of a problem when its warmed...
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    tire blow out and wreck!

    Thank you for all of your advice, I thoroughly examined the tire and the rim. I really cant find any big punctures or rips in the tire, I am starting to believe that maybe it just slipped like some of you had mentioned and the crash cause it to deflate. Initially I had assumed it blew just...
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    tire blow out and wreck!

    ok so more details, I was taking a left turn and the tire rapidly deflated causing me to lay the bike down, then i hit the pavement and the bike slid into the curb which cause the bent rim. anyone know a good place to get a cheap used rim?
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    tire blow out and wreck!

    So my tire blew out on me yesterday in a parking lot and caused me to wreck fairly bad. The tire was less than 2 months old with very few miles on it. I ordered the tire on amazon right now I am trying to contact the seller, but since I ordered it online I have a feeling they will try to place...
  6. rakhan

    Do you listen to music while you ride?

    How is the sound quality with music on that set? I may pick one up cant beat it for 60 bucks.
  7. rakhan

    New tire transport

    I did the same thing a few weeks ago, I strapped my tires to the back and it worked fine. I even used the highway to get to the shop. Was not a bad ride at all.
  8. rakhan

    tire shopping

    Ok thank you yeah take offs don't seem to be that great of a deal for what they are. And your right my riding style is just driving around town, and the occasional back country spirited ride through the twisties. sport touring tires should grip plenty for what i need. It looks like Im going to...
  9. rakhan

    tire shopping

    ok so what exactly are take offs and where do i get them?
  10. rakhan

    tire shopping

    OK thank you every, yeah I feel pretty dumb now haha:rockon: Bike is parked until I get a new tire. What are these take off tires mentioned. Are they used tires from track days? If so that doesn't sound appealing I want something with at least some reliability and performance lol. I think...
  11. rakhan

    tire shopping

    sweet that looks even better. The white lines im referring to are some sort of stripping down the middle of the tires that is underneath the rubber, i would imagine it is some sort of warning line. Ill take a pic an post it up.
  12. rakhan

    tire shopping

    I need a new rear tire the white stripes are starting to show so I am looking to buying a new one. The idea being the best bang for the buck. This is the first time changing tires since I bought the bike so very new to me. ON my car i normally run tires down to the wire but on a bike that may be...
  13. rakhan

    headphones or speakers

    OK so i got the Meelectronics headphones in the mail yesterday used them today, I have to say these are the best sounding cheaper headphones i Have every used. They fit like a dream as well, very low profile.
  14. rakhan

    Not your regular slip-ons :D

    keep us updated on this, I may be tempted to do the same thing if its not too hard!!
  15. rakhan

    headphones or speakers

    ok much easier for you, I have a completely full face helmet. I can still do it but it is just a pain in the butt.
  16. rakhan

    headphones or speakers

    I just ordered these, they look like the best fit for me. I like those pyramid style plugs. I have a really problem with earbuds staying in my ears but these look like they will fit nice and snug. Thanks everyone for all of your help.
  17. rakhan

    headphones or speakers

    haha sounds simple, when i try that it doesnt work so well. When I put on the helmet it rips the earbuds out
  18. rakhan

    headphones or speakers

    how do you get earbuds into your ears with your helmet on?
  19. rakhan

    headphones or speakers

    I am looking for some headphone or speakers so I can listen to music will riding. I don't want to spend much money on this thinking 50 or less. Everything I have seen doesn't seem to be loud enough based on reviews. Any ideas?
  20. rakhan

    Riders in GA?

    Im in ATL i have been riding everyday since last Thursday, great weather. Where do you normally ride?
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