suspension

Hi, I'm pretty new to this forum but have been reading stuff on here a while before got my '08 FZ6 last July. A while ago the bike started to have this clunking sound that can be felt through the left footpeg whenever I have a pillion, if I don't go as slow as possible on a hump. At first I...

I've had my FZ6 for several weeks now, and have put it through it's paces in the twisties. I'm not an advanced rider, but I want more out of the suspension. The front end dives under breaking, and feels unstable in turns. It is very, very soft and springy. It may actually be low on oil; I'll...

Am new to your site and bought and 2006 FZ 600 twin under tail exhaust model about a year ago. The bike was a brand new one owner bike that was traded back to my local dealer in San Diego with 617 original miles. A deal too good to pass up. I have ridden street and dirt all my life and have...

So I noticed a leak on my front forks and used a Sealmate replica (cutout from a yogurt container) and cleaned out the seals. I believe that it was a success because after pumping the suspension (probably 45 times total) there was no more oil on the forks. Hooray! Except.. Problem: During the...

Hi all, Being a while to post in the forum. So here is the deal. I have installed hyperpro suspension a while ago. as i learn the bike and did also lvl 1 and lvl 2 from california superbike school, i am pushing the bike harder. i will be doing lvl 3 next week. I did a track day a week ago and...

Hey guys im new to the forum. I was wondering if any one has swap the rear suspension on the fz6 ? Im a big guy around 300lbs and when I ride with the wife the bike jumps too much on the rear and doesnt really absorb shocks. Have anyone used the bike with over bikes weight limit?

Hello, Especially since my fz6 has been parked due to still unknown mechanical issues, I've been thinking about adding a new bike in my stable (I have no plan of getting rid of the fz6). I want something reliable, with good wind protection (my fz6 is naked), affordable, not too heavy and...

For those of you with adjustable suspension, think about these things as you ride.... Front: Not something I created, just thought I'd share. Tag JJD952 setup

Hi all, Dont know if this is the right section but here is my question. I have ordered and waiting for the hyperpro spring kit to put on my 2008 yamaha fz6 s2 Can i install later on the racetech cartridge emulators on this suspension ??? kind of confused. Dont know if its ok to install...

Hi guys. i would like to rise the rear end a couple of cm. How can i do this? i've talked with some people here i denmark and they said i could add some new dog bones or suspension link dog bones, what ever they are called. this is the video that i got the inspiration from...

One of the many projects I have going on for my '09 FZ6 is to make it a beast on the track. I just got in a set of R6 forks to do the swap. I'd like to do the rear shock relatively soon as well. This lead me to take a look at the Öhlins rear shock. When taking a look at the selector on their...

Hi all, newbie to these forums. Had my 2004 FZ6 for a couple months. I love the bike, but I weigh about 240 lbs and the nosedive on braking actually feels dangerous. Doing something to the forks is super high priority, because surprise stoppies suck. 1) For those who have done the R6 fork...

Hello Guys n Gals, I've got a message from a member from FZ09.org forum, regarding upgrading our suspension, with below question: From: PattOnMe I've replied with this: I've asked him to join our forum and talk with you people. Any advice?

I have an '04 FZ6 Fazer and I love the comfortable suspension but it feels a bit too soft around corners. I have done all mods and servicing on the bike myself but have never tuned bike suspension before. I read somewhere that to set it up properly you have to do things in the correct order...

It's time for me to upgrade my suspension come winter time. What do yall think is the best route for me to take? I've read a lot about people converting to r6 forks or getting a suspension kit. I'm 6 1 about 220 lbs(losing weight so that might be a factor) and ride pretty aggressively in the...

A couple months ago I installed a Penske 8983. I didn't have a friend around to help me set the sag, so I fiddled with the compression and rebound adjusters and found what I thought was about right, though the bike still threw me off the seat on heavy bumps. I didn't want to keep dialing in...

Ladies, can you feel my pain? This past 3day weekend (Memorial Day) I went for a ride with my hubby and 6 other men. I turned into their mommies. Can you zip my vents, can you unzip my vents, can you help me on with my rain jacket, can you help me get off my rain jacket. :D Believe it or...

I skimmed through the suspension setup thread but couldn't figure out the answer to my question. I have a stock 2008 FZ6 with the factory rear preload setting. I live in NYC (bumpy roads) and am 5'11" 160lbs. When riding solo I feel like the rear suspension is incredibly jarring, to the point...

Hi All, I have a 2006 FZ6, and I am planning to keep that. We are building a 2nd place down in the Souther Utah desert, and the FZ6 will stay down there for riding around the parks and canyons. My wife has given me permission for a second bike. :-) The Yammy dealer has a new, 2013 FZ1...

been a while but since i started to work on my fz6 project again, i figured i would update you all with some pics of my last project. it is my dream bike! :rockon::rockon::rockon::rockon: all thats left is legit suspension and to install my rearsets