Doc Samson
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Welcome and thanks for the pic! Nice to know someone else tracks their bike!
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Can a 2nd gen triple tree be used at all or is that just as much work?Penske are nice with lots of adjustability, The R6 rear shock kits sold by Dean on this site are a cheaper but still quality option. There are also a couple years (2012 is one) of BMW1000 shocks that can be made to work.
AK20 can't be beat for OEM fork upgrade. Race Tech has a fork kit but I don't hear it mentioned too often. R1 forks can be made to work with good results but the spindle in the head stock is a special machined part.
Your bike looks great in white.
Welcome
Don't know about Gen 2 triples, don't remember it being discussed but there is a lot I don't remember. If you're not really riding on the streets, by the time you find all the pieces it might be cheaper to just get a used R1/R6.Can a 2nd gen triple tree be used at all or is that just as much work?
Gen2 coils don't like water. I would never pressure wash anything but the windshield and rims but stay away from hubs and chain.Hey all!
My name is Evan and I'm from Utah. I've been riding riding dirt bikes since I was 10 years old and have been watching moto GP for as long as I can remember. This year I made the jump to the street and got this beautiful 2006 FZ1 as my first street bike! My grandpa Ned (ndgibbs15 on YamahaFZ10A forum) had a first gen. I wanted one to be just like him though I opted for a second gen haha. The bike has a two brothers racing slip on muffler, egr delete, and a throttle commander tune thanks to the previous owner. I love the bike and want to keep it forever! I already have a couple mechanical questions so if anyone can point me in the right direction to get some help diagnosing a mechanical issue let me know. Thanks!
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Welcome! Your bike looks alot like mine. I had to re- cover the rear seat, not that hard. Takes a bit of patience though.Hey all!
My name is Evan and I'm from Utah. I've been riding riding dirt bikes since I was 10 years old and have been watching moto GP for as long as I can remember. This year I made the jump to the street and got this beautiful 2006 FZ1 as my first street bike! My grandpa Ned (ndgibbs15 on YamahaFZ10A forum) had a first gen. I wanted one to be just like him though I opted for a second gen haha. The bike has a two brothers racing slip on muffler, egr delete, and a throttle commander tune thanks to the previous owner. I love the bike and want to keep it forever! I already have a couple mechanical questions so if anyone can point me in the right direction to get some help diagnosing a mechanical issue let me know. Thanks!
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I actually just ordered a new seat cover! Should be here this week.Welcome! Your bike looks alot like mine. I had to re- cover the rear seat, not that hard. Takes a bit of patience though.
Thank you for the info, I'll be carful when I clean it.Gen2 coils don't like water. I would never pressure wash anything but the windshield and rims but stay away from hubs and chain.
Hi I’m Steve I have a 2006 FZ1 silver in color I live on the nort side it indy and I would like to find someone to ride with time to time I’m in my late 50s so I do not ride like a idiot if you would like to talk let me now thanksHello,
My name is Mike, picked up an 06 FZ1 last week. I live in west central Indiana. 55 years old. Haven't had a bike for a few years and am looking forward to riding again. I need to look into lower pegs, but otherwise i love the bike.