parts suppliers

OK i am brand new to riding the fz6! Bought a 2006 about 2 months ago(28000 miles and in perfect condition!)with the intent of going on a 1300 mile ride with my brother. He has an fz1. 350 miles into the trip "my valve hit the piston" says the mechanic while i was cruising comfortably down the...

Is there any chance of a sticky thread where people can list/rate their local Yamaha dealer or parts supplier where they've received good service and would recommend them. I know that any such thread would be purely subjective, but might provide a useful resource for those living in simlar...