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  1. FinalImpact

    There comes a time when....

    There comes a time when every bike must hit the ground due to operator error! Yesterday the EVIL Gravel took us out! Mind you this is 22,XXX miles and 5 years later and its the first time I've dropped her. :(:( Although I did find her resting on her side once as the centerstand sank in the hot...
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    • attention eased finally foot frustrating gravel happen hole left lever lol mind motion play played sliding slow slowing sooooooooo stop stopping teetering time tiny years
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  2. Solarservant

    To Downshift or Not to Downshift? That is the Question.

    A friend of mine insists that downshifting to a stop is a waste of energy and your clutch. I maintain that when it is safe to do so, utilizing engine braking is a good thing. Certainly the cost of a clutch is more expensive than the cost of brake pads. Any thoughts?
  3. N

    clunck when stopping

    Hi there I got a 2004 Fz6 two months ago and I am very happy with it. However, recently it started making a 'clunk' noise when stopping, usually at spends below 11mph. The mechanic thought it was something to do with the front breaks or the forks, but today I realized that as soon as I...
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