Recent content by Charles2007

I have a 2008 rear shock Also I have a friend that has a set FZ1 bent fork but the internals should be compatible with your forks I am located in Quebec, Canada; PM if interested

I changed my spring last season The 130N/mm would translate to 742 lb/in or 13,25kg/mm From what i have read on Wikipedia the 2006 FZ1 came with 700 lb/in rear spring and the 2007+ came with a 650 lb/in I weight is at 275+ so the base suspension was really too soft for me My sag...

I test rode a WR250 and I am 250lbs. Power was ok up to 50mph, above that it is really sluggish. I guess that a smaller rider would do better. I would suggest to try it before you buy any 250cc bike but even is it was lacking in power it was a really fun bike, small and agile. At that time...

I just upgraded from a Kawasaki Versys to a FZ1 2nd gen. My goals were: Different riding ergos, on the Versys I was standing upright and my back had to endure all of the big bumps. I wanted a lean forward position like the FZ1. Better protection: With the lower faining, the FZ1 has...

I found this info from a tire manufacturer: Tire Tips

I am about at 250# and I just purchased a 2008 FZ1. I rode it only twice so far because I am located up north and the temperature is getting cold. After my first ride I decided to adjust the suspension. The rear suspension is 1 notch from the max preload. The front fork are ok. My guess...

My 2007 Versys is close to 42000 km or 26000 miles It's a great bike. The suspension is hard but the handling is really good. My biggest upgrade was to change the brake lines front and rear. It really improve the braking both feel and force. I tuned the suspension myself. I run with the...

I am also thinking about purchasing this kit. I found it on a regular web store: FZ1 Projector + CCFL + HID Kit 2006-2009 The stock lighting of the FZ1 is very good compared to other bikes that I rode. My bike is equipped with "improved" bulbs and I really like it. Moving to...

I just purchased a 2008 FZ1 with full fairing and side cases. I live south of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. I have been riding since 2007 and my first bike was a 2007 Kawasaki Versys (an incredible bike) So far I have taken a few rides with the FZ1 and the power is great. I like the...