Hi all. Been awhile since I have been on the forum. I regret to inform you that my Fizzer has been retired due to a mishap with a cager last month. The bike was totaled when a lady that said she did not see me pulled across the road in my way. I came out of it with a cracked rib and bruises. I...
...the other day. I have some road rash on me, some broken plastic on the scooter. I hit something slick on the road while pulling out at a stop sign, the rear wheel chased the front around and I was flipped off the side of the bike. so, I am starting my street figheter project a little sooner...
I recently had a chance to ride a couple of older bikes that happened to be two cycles. It has been years since I rode these types. I found that I was suprized to find that my riding style has changed due to the high revving by my fizzer and that it really compares to the two cycles. That is, my...
Short People....Please read, new comment!
:spank:I'm 5'7" and 29" inseam, see the problem? So I loosened the fork clamps and slid the forks up 30MM. Going for a ride, will let you know on Monday how it works out, GRUMPY I'm editing this thread to say that I wanted to inform and ask about this...
;)I had to make a supply run this morning. I was sitting at a red light and looked in my rear view to see a cager pulling up behind me. She was paying attention to her mirror, looking at the Patrol car behind her and I had to pull out into the intersection to avoid being rearended by her. The...
I don't know how it goes in other parts of the country, but shcool is starting soon. Be aware! Kids are not traffic savvy, you have to think for them. You may want to make changes in your route to and from work to avoid them or bus schedules. GRUMPY P.S. This also means the kids that are driving...
I went to the dealer and asked about a lowering kit for my FZ6. They quoted me a price of $65+tax. Has anyone installed a lowering kit? How difficult and how long did it take. They tell me it will get 2-4 inches of lowering, which will help me reach the ground. Right now I can reach with both...
I was on vacation last week in Ohio and was able to ride a V Star while there. I was glad to have the transport while visiting, but it made me very glad to have my Red FZ6 when I returned! It was just not my cup of tea! GRUMPY:Sport:Sport:
Anyone have an idea on where to get a COMFORTABLE seat for my FZ6? I can ride for 45min to an hour and my unpadded rump starts to ache. Who makes a really good padded seat that you may have used or heard about? THX, GRUMPY
Everyone have a Happy Fourth of July! Remember that there will be an increased Police patrol for drunk, reckless and generally stupid behavior. So, be smart, be safe, and be aware, GRUMPY P.S. And you other folks that are not celebrating the holiday, the police don't take a holiday on the...
While pulling into a buffet this weekend, a lady, who was on the phone at the time, did not see me and backed up. This caused me to brake to avoid her. In the process, I pinched the bars over and lost it. Dropped it on the pavement from a stop. Punched the right turn signal through the plastic...
Is the power commander a good mod for the FZ6. I have an '06 FZ, and would like to know if the benefits justify the cost. I will running stock exhaust at first, then probably a set of slip ons and an air filter upgrade at a later date. Does anyone have any comment on this? Your experience with...
Is this a good mod for the FZ6? Would the benefit outweigh the cost? I am considering getting one and running the stock exhaust at first. Then altering the exhaust and intake filter later. THX, Grumpy
Who has had the greatest impact on you as a rider? This can be a pal, an author, or just anyone that said" Get on and ride!" Being a child of the 60's in So Cal while growing up I had many different people that showed me the tricks of the trade. There were movies like Easy Rider, Big Faus and...
I would interested in lowering my '06 FZ6. I am inseam challenged (SHORT!) and could use 2 inches less seat height. Any suggestions would appreciated. I would just like to what options there to achieve this. THANKS