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  1. 52pickup

    routine maintenance: WTF?

    So, I've been paying attention to all the pre-ride checks that are suggested and making the needed adjustments as my skill allows. My chain tension is a recurring problem and I've corrected it other times but because I've only been riding a few summers, I don't have a lot of experience /...
  2. 52pickup

    finding comfort on my FZ6

    I'm having a problems with ride comfort on my FZ6. After an hour or so on my commute, I don't want to be on the bike - ever again. My legs cramp cause there is only one position (I'm 53 years old and 275lbs). However, I wonder what others might have done to tweak the system in favor of comfort...
  3. 52pickup

    Thump, Thump, Thump

    I noticed while commuting to work a thumping feeling coming through my foot pegs. I only notice this when I pull in the clutch, coasting...My speed was approx 50 mph. The thumping seem more noticeable on my left foot peg. The thumping slows as the bike slows. Any ideas out there?
  4. 52pickup

    To all the Father's out there

    Maybe this is just my fantasy...I raise a cold one to this determined father. http://https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=10154691815310045
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    Zip ties One, lose caliper 0! Whats in your emergency fix it kit?

    Riding home I some how lost not one but two of the bolt that attach the caliper to the front fork. How I lost the hardware mystifies me. My only warning was a slight bump which qucikly turned into a rattle. I'm no mechanic...and just bought my bike thLis spring so literally everything is new...
  6. 52pickup

    Numb throttle hand -new rider

    I got my bike today, finally and :rockon: it's a blast even though I'm taking it slow...usually under 35 mph. i did notice a numbness that came on quite quickly in my throttle hand and I am hoping for some advice to sooth the problem. Is it rider position? Poor technique...my own nerves as a newbie?
  7. 52pickup

    What kind of locks should I use?

    Being a total newcomer I wanted to ask about security locks. What kind or combination of types should I use to secure my bike which may have to be street parked until I move in June. Thanks.
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