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Having a clear out and have a few FZS600 items plus several Givi hard cases which I've stuck on eBay.


Ideally collection from NN6, Welford, Northamptonshire.



Take a look at my other items too: [size=78%]https://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/claudetheape/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=[/size]
(Various bike stuff incl headlights, Dainese & Revit clothing, gloves, ZX9R stuff)

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Hi all,


17/11/16: Sadly have to part ways with my Fazer after 6 years ownership. I am moving abroad, you must be able to collect the bike from Surrey in a van/trailer within one week  - by Thursday 24th November. The price is a firm £800 cash. No negotiation as if it doesn't sell for this I have already got the okay to store with a family member so I simply won't sell.


If you can, you are in luck. It has been cared for and has a high specification as below, incl the R6 shock mod, fork cartridge emulators, heated grips, custom paint & seat, full Motad SS exhaust.... etc.


Overview


Purchased in Jan 2011 from a dealer in Oxford. I've done about 30k of the 56k miles on the clock. Used for some commuting and pleasure incl trackdays, 2 tours of France, IAM and Foc-u member rides but always meticulously maintained and cherished. Has had lots of upgrades during it's time with me (& money spent *sob*). Not been used since 2015 when I got a ZX9R and a car. I intended to return it to standard for sale but a couple of family bereavements and a relocation abroad since then has got in the way. Hence it's on here now. I used to be pretty active on the forum, met several members on ride outs a few years a go so maybe a few Foccers will remember me or the bike.


Current condition and what it needs


It has been laid up for over a year, covered in my garden, carbs drained and fuel stabiliser in tank. I recently refit the battery (which has been kept charged) and got it running with zero drama. Test ridden and it rides with no major issues. Having said this, there are a few things it needs and I would like this bike to go to somebody who knows their way around a bike and prepared to get it running perfect.


Firstly it needs a MOT and road tax as it is SORNed. So needs collection in a van/trailer.


Wants a service, oil and filter at least. I think it needs a new chain as there is a big tight spot (unless you manage to free up the DID gold x-ring chain but I have failed). Needs a once over and may need adjustments here and there - felt like the head bearings could do with tightening up (bearings should be fine as they are not so old & good Koyo tapered). I didn't notice anything else and am confident there are no nasty surprises but do not expect it to ride perfectly until you've given it a bit of a spruce & service. The specs are good though and it is mechanically sound. Rode very well on trackdays and fast roads, I really enjoyed it.


Cosmetically it tends to scrub up really well as per the photos but it's not perfect. As you get closer there will be marks as you would expect from a bike that's been ridden. It has been doused in acf50 in my ownership but there are spots of corrosion here and there, usual suspects, forks, rear caliper (centre stand & side stand powdercoated a few years ago). The paint is generally good but there are stone chips and marks here and there. There are two chips on the tank but not too conspicuous. The larger one is on black paint and could be touched up if it bothers you. I was going to but covered it with some black electrical tape temporarily and you can hardly notice it so left at is (for 4yrs now). Overall with the custom paint job (done by a highly regarded shop - search him Dennis of D-Luck's) and other nice bits I think it looks pretty good.


Specs:


2001 FZS600 box eye
I am the 4th owner (8 on the V5c - I have changed address four times)
56k miles
SORNed
No MOT


Shock: R6 shock mod (slightly firmer sprung than standard - spring rates, settings etc from installation present)
Forks: cartridge emulators + Wilbers linear springs and service by RevsRacing (sprung as above) (Thanks to Kebab19's help on this & above)
Michelin PR3s. Rr nearly new. Fr coming up for renewal but not desperate.
Full Motad SS system + dynoed and carb balance/adjustment by PDQ
Newer FZ1/FZ6 S2 silver pot front calipers (SBS pads)
Braided SS brake lines all round
Tank and rear panels painted by D-Luck's Custom Paint (Brighton) Black/gunmetal with gold pinstripes and ghosted Tuning Fork logos.
Front faring is standard black. Matching custom painted front fairing is available but cracked (knocked whilst parked in Mar-12).
Recovered and slightly lowered seat by CE Moore Coach Trimmers
SS rad guard
Engine guards
Datatool "Thermo grips", hardly used
Motobatt battery
NGK Iridium plugs + NGK plug boots
K&N air filter
LEDs in clocks
Double horn (standard + PIAA Sports horn on a relay)
Twin headlight mod
Alloy rear caliper torque arm
Fender Extenda


Many receipts for above kept. Might have forgotten some.


Service history:


Too much to list from 6 year's ownership, loads of history and paperwork kept incl service booklet and receipts. You'll get a folder. Most notable work below in my time (of what I remember):


Front sprocket nut mod/upgrade done
Camchain replaced
Koyo tapered head bearings installed
Suspension linkage block bearings renewed
Centre stand and side stand (and maybe a few other things) were powdercoated
Consumables like wheel bearings, fuel filters, bolts and so on.... have been always been renewed as and when needed.




Any questions please ask  :)

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More FZS600 parts for sale. Located in SW London, collection preferred. If you're near the M25 between J1 & J10 I can probably deliver for a small fee/cost of petrol. Can arrange deliver/postage, but this is extra unless otherwise stated.

Fairings
Brand new in box genuine FZS600 Boxeye front fairing for sale in black - £200
Damaged Boxeye fairing in gold. One large but clean crack on offside, looks a good candidate for repair, no missing bits - £30
Front fairing frame Boxeye, clean & straight - £40

Odds & sods

FZS1000 blue spot rear brake caliper, still has meat on the pads and looks to be in great condition - £80
Oberon Stainless bar ends, pair- £15
FZS600 OEM brake and clutch levers - £15
FZS600 OEM handlebars, clean & straight - £15
Metallic blue grab handle for '00 onwards FZS600, marks on one side as pictured - £10

Bulbs
H1 Osram Nightbreakers (fits high beam Boxeyes) - 2 available @ £5 each incl postage
A set of Philips Extreme Vision 1xH1 & 1xH7, complete set for a Boxeye FZS600 - £7.50 incl postage SOLD
* Not sure if all bulbs above have been fitted & used at some point or not - safer to assume they have but I can confirm they are undamaged and working. I have simply collected them over the years as most bulbs are sold in pairs new.

New Osram Led sidelight bulb to fit FZS600 - £5 incl postage
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Any questions, please ask. All this needs to go so drop me an offer - if it's reasonable it will be considered  :)

Fuzzy

PS: More photos to come -  and feel free to let me know if you want specific photos

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For Sale & Wanted / For sale: A few FZS600 bits, screens, hugger
« on: 07 June 2015, 08:06:35 pm »
I have the below for sale. If you have any questions/photos etc please ask. Located in SW London, collection preferred. If you're near the M25 between J1 & J10 I can probably deliver for a small fee. Can arrange delivery, but this is extra. Feel free to make an offer.

All below are for Boxeyes and in good used condition.

MRA Touring screen, 39cm, very good condition as per photo and comes with original packaging - £40
Skidmarx light tint double bubble screen, v good condition - £30
Pyramid hugger, minor marks and one small chip but in good condition black as per photo - £60

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I have a new bike and it only takes Hepco & Becker luggage so all my Givi stuff has to go.

I have the below and have included a couple of photos but if you want something specific, please ask. Located in SW London, collection preferred. If you're near the M25 between J1 & J10 I can probably deliver for a small fee. Can of course arrange delivery but remember these are large items and postage is extra.


Wingrack 2 with indicators and fitting kit for FZS600 - the rocking horse poo kit, all ready to be fitted comes with all fixtures. Clean condition as it was professionally powdercoated a few years ago. £200

FZS600 Monorack with monokey plate
- good condition, does not have original washers but generic washers instead - no material difference visually or technically. £30

E52 Maxia topbox - gloss black with back rest and top rack, very clean, top of the range model. Solas* tape beneath lenses £120  (*Safety Of Life At Sea - some of the best reflective tape you can get)
E21 panniers - very clean, debadged with Solas tape £70
B36N panniers - rare slimline pannierss. Has some scuffs on one pannier but not so noticeable and overall impression is very clean. Solas tape £120
E36 panniers - very clean, Solas tape £120

All of the above boxes are Monokey and come with at least 3 keys including a standard type key I had cut (always found the red plasticky Givi keys annoying). If you want more details drop me a line and don't be afraid of making an offer.

Fuzzy

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FZS600 Fazer / tail / brake light
« on: 14 October 2014, 07:26:13 pm »
Bit of a silly question but am not with my bike so cannot check. I understand there are two bulbs in the rear light unit. One bulb works normally, however the other does not illuminate *unless* I'm braking. Ie it's not working as a tail light bulb, only as a brake light bulb. Those bulbs seem a bugger to access - just a case of changing the bulb or is there a loose connection? I need the bike for a 100mile comute everyday so advice appreciated!

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General / Hi again Foccers + knee down pic
« on: 26 June 2014, 11:56:10 pm »
Last time I checked in here, there was a mass genocide of 600s... (yep, that month 3 or 4 Fazers crashed) Hope all has been well since  :b

Have not been on the forum for ages - have had no reason to as my little Fazer has been running like clockwork and after years of tinkering I'm now happy with how it's set-up (plus busy life gets in the way).

Had an awesome day at Brands Hatch recently and wanted to share a cool photo with you guys (I think it is anyway). Held it's own in the intermediate group and plenty of red faced sportsbike riders  :lol   

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FZS600 Fazer / Steering lock.... you learn something new everyday
« on: 30 April 2014, 04:08:38 pm »
After 4 years ownership, the other day I discovered that the steering lock also works when the bars are turned to the right.... thought I knew the bike inside out, clearly not!

Don't think my other bikes had this feature....or maybe I've just been a bit slow  :\

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FZS600 Fazer / Footpegs
« on: 12 March 2014, 09:11:52 pm »
I'm contemplating trying some different front footpegs instead of the standard ones which feel a bit clumsy and large.

I heard a few people have fitted R1/R6 footpegs to their Thous - does this mean they will fit the 600 too? Anybody tried?

Plenty of cheap patterns found on Ebay:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/350826888062




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FZS600 Fazer / Fazer at Brands Hatch
« on: 10 March 2014, 03:18:13 am »
Hi all, just a quick one but wanted to share. I did a trackday at Brands Hatch Indy last week on my trusty Fazer. Weather was beautiful and had an absolute blast.
It really held it's own. The suspension played a big part with the cartridge emulators and R6 shock (thanks to Kebab  :) ) making a noticeable difference since my last trackday. A recently fitted 14T front sprocket also suited the circuit (as well as road riding in general imo). The bike had enough oomph to keep up with more powerful bikes on a short, technical circuit like this and despite it's comparitive lack of ground clearance, Wingrack, crash bars and other unsporty accessories, I enjoyed embarrassing much more exotic machinery in the corners.

For the first time in 3 years and 30,000 miles of ownership, at several points during the day I felt the limiting factor in my riding was the bike rather than me. Goes to show how much the bike has taught me in that time, though it got me thinking about perhaps getting a new bike this year.... but I'm going to find it very difficult to say bye to the Fazer as it just does everything so well. We'll see.

You can do so much with this bike, it's versatility amazes me. I think it's ease to modify to suit your needs is a big part of it's success. I have however reached a point where there is nothing more I can think of to add to the bike... but boy, what a damned good bike the Fazer is!

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For Sale & Wanted / FZS600 mirrors wanted
« on: 07 February 2014, 10:47:35 pm »
Anybody got a pair of Fzs600 mirrors?

Preferably in unscratched condition though it doesn't have to be perfect. Would prefer an oem Yamaha set over pattern.

Thanks

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For Sale & Wanted / OEM front indicators WANTED
« on: 23 January 2014, 07:27:46 pm »
Standard front indicators wanted for my FZS600. I believe the Thou ones are the same too. Must be in decent condition, no big marks please.

Can pay in cash or swap for 4 x mini indicators as below (black, short stem, dark amber lense)

http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/Product.do?method=view&n=462&g=245300&p=22158&c=215&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Base&utm_campaign=Indicators&gclid=CJeIy_yClbwCFYrjwgodoBwAXA


Cheers

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General / Faulty horn - how can I repair it?
« on: 23 January 2014, 04:43:21 pm »
Hi guys, I have a twin horn set-up on my Fzs600 and I noticed that one of them had stopped working. They are Piaa sports horns like these:

http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/Product.do?method=view&n=1968&g=246643&p=379841&c=215&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Base&utm_campaign=Horns&gclid=CLf1kPDdlLwCFWITwwodzjwAEQ


Been on the bike a year or so and wired in with a relay. I replaced the one that stopped working with the oem horn and that works fine so it is not a problem with the bike's wiring, it is a problem with the horn itself.

I would like to repair it as the horns were damn good at waking up dozy peds & cagers on my commute through London, but I'm crap at electrics. Anybody know what to look for when it comes to broken horns?

Thanks

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General / Old London courier vids
« on: 21 January 2014, 05:57:40 pm »
Stumbled across these vids ages ago but thought I'd share in case you haven't seen them as I genuinely enjoyed them! An insight into the daily lives of the courier boys' (of which we have several resident here as foccers). Guess the game's changed a bit since these were shot though.

London Dispatch


Motor Bike Courier Ride in London

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FZS600 Fazer / Chain adjustment nuts - size?
« on: 08 January 2014, 03:59:13 pm »
My chain adjuster nuts are looking very sorry for themselves despite regular acf50.... I think I'll replace them with stainless ones, does anybody know what size they are? M8?

Would check myself but I'm away from my bike atm.


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FZS600 Fazer / Cameltoe
« on: 30 December 2013, 07:04:51 pm »
I always carry one of those plastic sidestand pucks under my seat for when parking up on soft/uneven ground. I find they can be a bit of a faff though, especially when it's time to pick it up and leave.

Anyway, I came across a contraption called the "Cameltoe" on google (don't ask how I found it  ;) ). We all love cameltoes, but this one is different. Its a stainless piece that fits to the bottom of your sidestand increasing it's footprint. Thought I'd share with fellow foccers as I've established that the one for the KTM 1190/990/950 should fit the Fazer 6s.

http://www.adventureparts.co.uk/epages/d49uaaq6tkqv.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/d49uaaq6tkqv/Categories/%22CAMELTOE%20KTM%22

Can sometimes be found cheaper through ebay

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General / Putoline PPF-52... Corrosion X.... Viable ACF50 alternatives?
« on: 11 December 2013, 03:31:47 pm »
Have just run out of acf-50, the aerosol type, and have been meaning to buy the pump spray and big bottle type for ages. However, I've been too lazy and tight so I had a rummage to see what else I had and found a can of Putoline PPF-52 corrosion inhibitor. Supposed to do the same job as acf50 and the like.

Have to say, I've been really impressed. Whether it is as effective as acf-50 long term I do not know but, it is an absolute breeze to spray on (ie. doesn't dribble and spit like acf50 cans) and the bike looks a lot better for it. I might try this instead for a bit - although I'll keep some acf at bay just in case.

Got me thinking, acf has a great reputation and it certainly has worked for me over the years. But it does attract crap and is a royal mess to apply, not to mention expensive. Might be time to try something else?

Has anybody heard about Corrosion X? A similar product designed for aeronautical application but apparently meets US military standards that commercially available Acf does not.

Or maybe there is another product out there that trumps them all, I'm all ears.

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General / MT-07
« on: 30 October 2013, 06:20:47 pm »
Mt-07 is on it's way

2014 new Yamaha MT-07 teaser video. 'Rise Up 4th November 2013 - 21.00 CET'



The new turbo charged Suzuki Recursion looks promising too

http://rideapart.com/2013/10/suzuki-recursion-concept-turbocharging-masses/


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FZS600 Fazer / Help me lube my speedo drive
« on: 26 October 2013, 01:47:18 pm »
Just bought a new speedo drive (the internal ceramic part) because the old one was broken, as they all seem to end up.

The old one was covered in a thick browny paste, not sure what that is - just wondered what lubricant/grease it needs, anybody know?

Looked in Haynes but drew a blank  :\

Thanks



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FZS600 Fazer / Modded Fazer
« on: 23 October 2013, 08:18:57 pm »
Stumbled across this, never seen it before so thought I'd share. Trying to figure out what the front end is off? Not really my cuppa but looks very well done. Wonder if they addressed the speedo sensor/tps issues that seem to go with most front end swaps... Could always ring them to find out as their number is on the escort (i think) in the background.

http://www.bikepics.com/pictures/2411204/

http://www.bikepics.com/pictures/2411206/



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FZS600 Fazer / sidestand play
« on: 23 October 2013, 04:26:26 pm »
My sidestand seems to have quite a bit of lateral play at it's pivot. When I park up and put the sidestand down, it "gives" slightly so that the bike rests at a steeper angle. Everything seems secure and it's been like this since I bought the bike 3yrs ago, but wondered if this is happening because it's excessively worn or whether it's a design feature.

Is this normal?

Thanks!

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FZS600 Fazer / Gear lever
« on: 08 October 2013, 10:41:56 pm »
Noticed something curious this evening. A bit of an obscure thing but thought I'd ask as I can't figure it out.

I was taking apart a spare lhs footpeg hanger with all the gear linkage bits still attached so I could clean it up and replace the tatty set currently on my bike. The bushings are a bit worn and the lever action is sloppy so I thought I'd replace the lever and the part that it fits onto that holds the footpeg.

Anyway, after seperating all the parts, I looked at the gear lever and something just didn't look right. Checked it against the one on my bike and indeed they are different.

It has an extra bend or two in it as you can see in the photo. The one on my bike is straighter and looks like this one in the link and, as a matter of fact, many others on ebay.

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/YAMAHA-FZS600-5DM-FAZER-GEAR-CHANGE-LEVER-LINKAGE-/330917435727?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts_13&hash=item4d0c37594f

It's definitely not damaged and bent out of shape, and it came off a Fazer 600 and is the same in every other respect. I checked with AJ Sutton and the part numbers for the gear lever for 98' and 03' models are different... but I was never aware that they differed between model years?

So what the foc have I got here and what have you got on your Fazer?


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General / A bin and some concrete
« on: 02 September 2013, 03:54:46 pm »
Read something ages ago that gave me this idea. I want a motorcycle anchor but don't want to drill into the driveway or into a wall as it's rented accommodation.
 
So how about getting one of those big outdoor bins and a ground anchor a bit like these here:
 
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/80L-Capacity-Rubbish-Hard-Wearing-Black-Bin-Outdoor-Refuse-Waterproof-Lidded-NEW-/360704002895?pt=UK_Home_Garden_Bathroom_Wastebaskets_Bins_PP&hash=item53fba24b4f#ht_988wt_1136
 
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CEMENT-IN-GROUND-ANCHOR-MOTORBIKE-MOTORCYCLE-BICYCLE-QUAD-TRAILER-/271144758413?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts&hash=item3f217cac8d#ht_4658wt_899
 
Then shove the anchor inside and cut a hole in the side of the bin at the bottom so the anchor sticks out, and simply fill the bin up with concrete. Voila!
 
There you go. I realise it's moveable unlike a ground anchor but a 80l bin full of concrete attached to a bike is going to be a pain in the arse for a thief to load into a van or whatever. Surely an improvement on just a chain alone. Have I thought this through properly or is it just a brain fart? What do you think?
 
 
 
 
 

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FZS600 Fazer / Quiet exhausts
« on: 13 August 2013, 02:48:01 pm »
I have a full ss system from Motad including the end can, about 3 years old. Went to a trackday and it registered 103db, the track limit was 105db, whilst my mate on a 09 ZX-10 with an Akrapovic can only registered 93db. His bike sounded lovely, nice growl to it, nicer than standard but not offensive.

Mine's probably become a little louder with time but it was never a particularly quiet can in the first place and was wondering if anybody could recomend an aftermarket can that isn't too loud? Would still prefer that to going back to the heavy old standard pipe.





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