What did you do to your FZ today?

Installed the T-Rex Frame Sliders (these make decent highway pegs) yesterday and the Zero Gravity Touring Windshield after the ride to Leesburg bikefest today.

Very impressed with both products so far.
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Removed finally the stock exhaust and installed the LeoVince GPPro EvoII.
I had to remove the main standard as I was unable to remove the bolts from the sidestantard to allow me to remove one of the main bolts to put the provided stop in place

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stock exhaust removed
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new exhaust mounted
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took a short video to capture the new sound, alltought the vid does not justify the full sound (with db-killer)
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I appreciate it more after riding several bikes at the Kawasaki demo last weekend. I didn't ride anything that made me want to get rid of Baby. The zx14 was a blast but I don't know how anybody finds that riding position comfortable. The Ninja 1000 was okay but not head and shoulders above my gen1 that it would make me want to jump ship. I really liked how narrow it was though. The Ninja 650 is the perfect first bike for somebody who is not like me. It's nice and light and could be a hoot on some twisty roads if it had a little more guts. The Custom 900 cruiser was fun and the only bike I thought I would purchase at some point. It was very sure, even with the 90 front tire. The Vulcan 900 LT with windshield was so bad that I didn't even want to ride My bike home! The front end was twitchy, the brakes were bad, the clutch was hard to pull, I think the bike even had a Nascar push! Kawasaki should be ashamed of that bike. Good thing the ZX14 was the last bike I rode at the Demo. It carries it's weight well and handles like a dream. A demo ride is not the place to understand what it's power is, but it was very well mannered.

Yep, I love my FZ1 and wouldn't trade it for nothing. The best part of my bike has been the little changes I've made over the last 3 years and 8 months I've owned it to make it comfortable for me.

Now, let's see if I say the same thing after the Yamaha Demo next month!
 
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Today, I left her home on a beautiful sunny day (although a bit cold with today's HIGH of 42 degrees) and I took my wifes slammed "Purple People Eater" on a more "spirited" shakedown cruise to work. I didn't push it too hard due to the changed dynamics but was able to get a feel for how well it handles when lowered. Well, it drops into the corners quite nicely! :D I have a few adjustments to make when I get home. I need to move the clutch friction zone in a bit, adjust the throttle freeplay (far too much!) and the rear brake which seems to take quite a pointed toe to fully engage. Overall, it handles VERY well for a bike that was lowered A LOT!
 
Just did my 11000km service with oil change and Yamaha filter with a new o-ring on my GYTR billet oil cap and new safety tie wire. I use Castrol 10/40 Magnatec oil.
 
Luke, I might have to do that rear shock mod when I do the front end conversion!! Looks great.

Yesterday, I went to Home Depot and got a BAN to serve as my front axle tool.
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Then I took the tires off and my big brother dropped them off at the shop to have the BT-23's put on. While the tires were off last night, I cleaned the swingarm and undertray area. First time I've done that since I bought the bike. It was really nasty back there. I can't see getting one of those pretty undertails and riding the bike!

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For some reason, I didn't take a pic of the clean rear end!

This morning my brother picked the tires up and I put them back on the bike and swapped out my rear brake caliper for one that wasn't rashed.
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I still need to bleed the rear brakes and lube the chain, which I'll do tomorrow.

I wanted to go for a short ride but the skies look like God is about to bring down some judgement on somebody so I just rode around the block to make sure I have everything back together right.
 
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theWolfTamer said:
Luke, I might have to do that rear shock mod when I do the front end conversion!! Looks great.

Yesterday, I went to Home Depot and got a BAN to serve as my front axle tool.
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Then I took the tires off and my big brother dropped them off at the shop to have the BT-23's put on. While the tires were off last night, I cleaned the swingarm and undertray area. First time I've done that since I bought the bike. It was really nasty back there. I can't see getting one of those pretty undertails and riding the bike!

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For some reason, I didn't take a pic of the clean rear end!

This morning my brother picked the tires up and I put them back on the bike and swapped out my rear brake caliper for one that wasn't rashed.
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I still need to bleed the rear brakes and lube the chain, which I'll do tomorrow.

I wanted to go for a short ride but the skies look like God is about to bring down some judgement on somebody so I just rode around the block to make sure I have everything back together right.
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Looking good Tamer! Your gonna love those 023's. Take my word for it. I'm loving mine. By the way, what is a "Ban"?? It looks like a plumb bob to me from the picture.
 
BAN = Big Ass Nut. I had to get it from where they keep the threaded rod. I put a 1/2 x 2 bolt in it just cuz.

I'm really excited about the 023's. Only problem I have now is after the changing the tires the handlebars are crooked again. The bike tracks true so I didn't think the forks were tweaked but after putting the tire on again and getting crooked bars back I'm wondering. I might need to move my r1 conversion up.
 
theWolfTamer said:
BAN = Big Ass Nut. I had to get it from where they keep the threaded rod. I put a 1/2 x 2 bolt in it just cuz.

I'm really excited about the 023's. Only problem I have now is after the changing the tires the handlebars are crooked again. The bike tracks true so I didn't think the forks were tweaked but after putting the tire on again and getting crooked bars back I'm wondering. I might need to move my r1 conversion up.
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Oh cool. I see, it's a 1/2x2 coupling nut with a 1/2" threaded bolt in it. And to think, I have a ton of those at work that we sell. Thanks for that idea!

I'm trying to think why your bars would be tweaked????
 
With some help I installed my Trackside heat strips and new Progrip gel-grips. I am a novice electrician, so I was a little nervous going into it. With the help of an extra pair of hands, the install was fairly easy.


Now I just have to wait six months to try them out.

P.S. - I used soapy water and a thin screwdriver to get the grips off and the hairspray method to install the new grips. Both were extremely easy.
 
i changed my oil to motul 5100 ester. is the k&n oil filter worth the money?
 
stormsmack said:
i changed my oil to motul 5100 ester. is the k&n oil filter worth the money?
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I use the same oil, and K&N Filters. Most will say NO, the K&Ns are overpriced. I get a decenct deal from one of the local dealers, and buy a few at a time. I like them for the simple fact that I can slip a long ratchet extention (wobble head) between the pipes and use a socket directly on the filter. I also use a small torque wrench and tighten per service manual specs. My mechanic friend always gives me grief about my "fussiness", but I don't care. Value is a personal thing. Will the K&Ns make your bike last longer?, I doubt it. The $3 Wally World filters will probably work just as well. It's your money, and your call. The K&N filter cost me the same as lunch at A&W would and are better for my bike than the Burger, Fries and Rootbeer would be for me! Perceived Value is a subjective thing.

Hows that for a long winded Yes. (it's snowing and I'm bored, sorry) :2cents:

What did I do to my bike today? Nothing, other than glance over at it's cover as I went out to shovel snow again!
 
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Oldschool said:
I use the same oil, and K&N Filters. Most will say NO, the K&Ns are overpriced. I get a decenct deal from one of the local dealers, and buy a few at a time. I like them for the simple fact that I can slip a long ratchet extention (wobble head) between the pipes and use a socket directly on the filter. I also use a small torque wrench and tighten per service manual specs. My mechanic friend always gives me grief about my "fussiness", but I don't care. Value is a personal thing. Will the K&Ns make your bike last longer?, I doubt it. The $3 Wally World filters will probably work just as well. It's your money, and your call. The K&N filter cost me the same as lunch at A&W would and are better for my bike than the Burger, Fries and Rootbeer would be for me! Perceived Value is a subjective thing.

Hows that for a long winded Yes. (it's snowing and I'm bored, sorry) :2cents:

What did I do to my bike today? Nothing, other than glance over at it's cover as I went out to shovel snow again!
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Wow Lee! I am so sorry that some of us here are still using the "S" word!
 
The White Plague

FZ1riderNY said:
Wow Lee! I am so sorry that some of us here are still using the "S" word!
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Yes mother nature is torturing us with more of the White Plague. Next weekend is supposed to be nice.:wazzup:

I'm planning on taking off the FZ's wheels so they can get new shoes. Either PR-2s or PR-3s depending on stock, and price. Then I will get the good bike out for a run.
 
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