My 2009 FZ1N

[Lupin]

Got a fair bit done today. Fitted all my powerbronze stuff. Lower chin fairing, radiator covers, Side carbon bits, rear carbon bit (that still doesn't sit quite right), Also got a Yamaha comfort seat and the rear seat cowl.

Now to get the tires fitted.

 

[Lupin]

Finally with a bit of sikaflex I got my rear carbon to fit decently.

Before

After

 

[dirtlego]

Great job!

 

[Dicko]

Sikaflex is awesome struff. I use it on my sailboats.

 

[Lupin]

Had it out for its first good ride today with new tires. Took it fairly easy. Also fitted a clear tail light that I forgot to get a pic of.

Also cant believe how comfy the seat is.

 

[Lazy Libran]

...Also cant believe how comfy the seat is...

Is that an aftermarket seat?

The bike looks immaculate.

 

[Lupin]

Is that an aftermarket seat?

The bike looks immaculate.

Its the Yamaha comfort seat.

Bike is in fairly good condition just the odd little paint chip here and there that is to be expected with a now 6 year old bike I guess.

 

[Lupin]

Dyno time.

[video=youtube;yd1SkG-Bby4]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yd1SkG-Bby4[/video]

 

[FZ1inTX]

Well done on the find, the recovery and the mods!

I'd definitely get the Ivan tune but then take it back and have the bike dyno'd to get a custom map with a correct AFR throughout all gears. You'll get an even performance with the best mpg, not that these bikes are noted for being conservative on fuel!

 

[ballmead]

Nice video Lupin.
Improving the power is easy on these bikes.
If you want to keep your muffler then look at a set of Arrow headers, this will give mainly top end gains.
If you want ride-ability and to improve the midrange power of the bike then look at a full Yoshi system.
Ivan's ECU flash is great and there are other cheaper options like Vcycle.

 

[Lupin]

I won't be getting a Ivan tune for the simple fact I don't want to be without the bike why the ECU is away.

I have been looking at some headers but still not sure on what to get.

Its all about the cost for benefit now. $3-400 headers or ECU flash for a few HP. Not sure its worth it in the end.

If I still have the bike in 12 months I will do it.

 

[ballmead]

I think you'll find headers are $500+ these days.

ECUWEST in WA are supposed to be good for flashes. He also includes fueling changes so in theory there's no need for a PCV.

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[Lupin]

I looked at ECU west. Still not convinced.

I think if I was to do the ecu flashing I'd just get a DIY kit.

 

[Lupin]

So I decided to use the FZ1 for my website/social media cards.

 

[Lupin]

I've been fairly lazy posing anything here, so I guess it time for a little catchup.

Photos



Decent intro with the bike
[video=youtube;80Zryub6TSk]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=80Zryub6TSk[/video]

I'm still quite liking riding this thing. I have had ideas about getting something else, but nothing really seems to fit my needs and budget at the moment.