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Title: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: tommyardin on 29 September 2017, 10:15:58 pm
 Last year I put a fuel additive in my petrol tank and left it full over winter after starting the bike and leaving it running for 20 minutes to get it up to temperature and get the additive through the carb system.
I don't recall what it was called other than it was a stabiliser of some discription that also helped stop varnishing of the fuel system anyone have any recommendations
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: Frosties on 29 September 2017, 10:36:06 pm
You could let me run it up to London and back each day over the winter Tommy - save you the cost of that expensive additive and will keep the battery topped up.


Let me know your thoughts eh....

Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: vinnyb on 29 September 2017, 10:40:21 pm

Last year I put a fuel additive in my petrol tank and left it full over winter after starting the bike and leaving it running for 20 minutes to get it up to temperature and get the additive through the carb system.
I don't recall what it was called other than it was a stabiliser of some discription that also helped stop varnishing of the fuel system anyone have any recommendations
  This is what I've used for years now
https://www.frost.co.uk/sta-bil-fuel-preservative-stabilizer-236ml.html (https://www.frost.co.uk/sta-bil-fuel-preservative-stabilizer-236ml.html)
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: darrsi on 29 September 2017, 10:46:39 pm
This is now appropriate, and you must ignore the name of it, simply because the gear has been around since the '20's.
Remember my issues with starting my bike, which went on for around 10 months, and it was a proper nightmare for me?
I used this additive and it resolved the issue within a day, but not only that, the bike has run so sweetly ever since i can't recommend it enough.
What's held me back from mentioning it is the damn name of it......Marvel's Mystery Oil.


When you've stopped laughing, Google it and read reviews.
Bear in mind how long it's been around, it can't be bad, and what it does is clean, but more importantly, lubricate the fuel system.
The bike now starts on the button with no need for throttle, and pulls like a train.
I worked out you need about 60ml per tank, which i natrowed down to using "roughly" half a lid of a 500ml spray can.
I now use it once every 4 full tanks of fuel and it has helped like you wouldn't believe.


As said, do your research anyway, and listen to what people say, but i can honestly say it works wonders, so can only imagine it will protect against varnishing.


Using half a cap will give you about 16 goes for the near litre you get for around £14 on Ebay.


Highly recommended from me!  :thumbup
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: vinnyb on 29 September 2017, 11:16:32 pm

This is now appropriate, and you must ignore the name of it, simply because the gear has been around since the '20's.
Remember my issues with starting my bike, which went on for around 10 months, and it was a proper nightmare for me?
I used this additive and it resolved the issue within a day, but not only that, the bike has run so sweetly ever since i can't recommend it enough.
What's held me back from mentioning it is the damn name of it......Marvel's Mystery Oil.


When you've stopped laughing, Google it and read reviews.
Bear in mind how long it's been around, it can't be bad, and what it does is clean, but more importantly, lubricate the fuel system.
The bike now starts on the button with no need for throttle, and pulls like a train.
I worked out you need about 60ml per tank, which i natrowed down to using "roughly" half a lid of a 500ml spray can.
I now use it once every 4 full tanks of fuel and it has helped like you wouldn't believe.


As said, do your research anyway, and listen to what people say, but i can honestly say it works wonders, so can only imagine it will protect against varnishing.


Using half a cap will give you about 16 goes for the near litre you get for around £14 on Ebay.


Highly recommended from me!  :thumbup

  I've seen it before but never used it. I may try a bottle. Given the problems folks on here have with seized fasteners it may be worth giving this a go
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Marvel-Lubricating-Penetrating-Oil-3-x-113ml-12-Fluid-Oz-/122728952693?hash=item1c93373375:g:h-MAAOSwcMtZzN72 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Marvel-Lubricating-Penetrating-Oil-3-x-113ml-12-Fluid-Oz-/122728952693?hash=item1c93373375:g:h-MAAOSwcMtZzN72)
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: darrsi on 30 September 2017, 12:44:49 am
Don't overuse it, every 4 tank fulls has worked just fine.
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: Anquetil on 30 September 2017, 09:32:51 am
I have used Yamalube fuel stabiliser and conditioner for the past 5 years when laying up bikes for the winter. Ride to the petrol station with Yamalube in pocket, put required amount in, brim tank, ride home, lay up. ACF 50 also applied. Bikes have always started and run without issues after 6 months non use.
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: vinnyb on 30 September 2017, 10:01:01 am
 I don't have the luxury of a garage so I use a vac bag, I plan to take my exhaust and centre stand and maybe one or two other bits off before I put it away, so that I can respray them during the cold dark months.
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: tommyardin on 30 September 2017, 04:12:41 pm
You could let me run it up to London and back each day over the winter Tommy - save you the cost of that expensive additive and will keep the battery topped up.


Let me know your thoughts eh....


I appreciate that you are really putting yourself out in the pursuit of kindness, and, I am overwhelmed with your generosity.
But I fear it might end up an old rust bucket like that old dog that you ride :lol
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: Frosties on 30 September 2017, 04:20:55 pm
Granted it's picked up a few spots that needed repainting and a few mods to help with the winter but generally I think it's holding up quite well. The parts should swap straight over to yours.......let me know

Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: tommyardin on 30 September 2017, 04:23:54 pm
This is now appropriate, and you must ignore the name of it, simply because the gear has been around since the '20's.
Remember my issues with starting my bike, which went on for around 10 months, and it was a proper nightmare for me?
I used this additive and it resolved the issue within a day, but not only that, the bike has run so sweetly ever since i can't recommend it enough.
What's held me back from mentioning it is the damn name of it......Marvel's Mystery Oil.


When you've stopped laughing, Google it and read reviews.
Bear in mind how long it's been around, it can't be bad, and what it does is clean, but more importantly, lubricate the fuel system.
The bike now starts on the button with no need for throttle, and pulls like a train.
I worked out you need about 60ml per tank, which i natrowed down to using "roughly" half a lid of a 500ml spray can.
I now use it once every 4 full tanks of fuel and it has helped like you wouldn't believe.


As said, do your research anyway, and listen to what people say, but i can honestly say it works wonders, so can only imagine it will protect against varnishing.


Using half a cap will give you about 16 goes for the near litre you get for around £14 on Ebay.


Highly recommended from me!  :thumbup



Sounds like I will need to put my pants on over the top of my jeans a shove a couple of pairs of socks down the front before using this stuff.


Had a look on eBay and have made a purchase.  :lol

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Marvel-Mystery-Oil-Fuel-Oil-Additive-US-Quart-946-ml-/111872395196?hash=item1a0c1d47bc:g:mCcAAOSwJoNZyGSr (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Marvel-Mystery-Oil-Fuel-Oil-Additive-US-Quart-946-ml-/111872395196?hash=item1a0c1d47bc:g:mCcAAOSwJoNZyGSr)

[/size]Or alternatively

[/size]http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Marvel-Masterworks-The-Mighty-Thor-Journey-Into-Mystery-s-111-120-Ann-1-/152715667482?hash=item238e90281a:g:W~8AAOSw~oFZx7T~ (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Marvel-Masterworks-The-Mighty-Thor-Journey-Into-Mystery-s-111-120-Ann-1-/152715667482?hash=item238e90281a:g:W~8AAOSw~oFZx7T~)

Cheers Darrsi  :D
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: tommyardin on 30 September 2017, 04:34:26 pm
Granted it's picked up a few spots that needed repainting and a few mods to help with the winter but generally I think it's holding up quite well. The parts should swap straight over to yours.......let me know


Now that is one Bad Assed looking FZS 600.
WTF is that in the header pipes a turbo or something?
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: tommyardin on 30 September 2017, 04:53:01 pm
(http://foc-u.co.uk/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=23334.0;attach=30409;image)


That baby would turn a few heads if it had some decent road tyres on it, make some of the 600 sport boys wonder what the f--k was going on :lol
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: vinnyb on 30 September 2017, 05:42:48 pm
 That is properly bad ass cool, not like the poncey arsed wannabes that the 'distinguished gentleman' hipster types think are cool
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: tommyardin on 30 September 2017, 05:57:39 pm
That is properly bad ass cool, not like the poncey arsed wannabes that the 'distinguished gentleman' hipster types think are cool


Yeah that's a tear yer head off and shit down yer neck type bike. lol Love it  :lol
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: tommyardin on 30 September 2017, 08:05:48 pm

Just been doing a bit of research on 'Marvel Mystery Oil' it appears to be a UCL (Upper Cylinder Lubricant) rather than a preservative/stabiliser, so I have also ordered a bottle of Stabil to go along with the Marvel. A good slug of each in a full tank, 5 mile blast to work it around the system and get the old girl up to temperature, and jobs a good un, then away she goes until March. 

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/STABIL-Fuel-Stabiliser-Stabilizer-Petrol-Additive-Motorbike-Scooter-Generator/162305439287?_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D47510%26meid%3D4145e96f4f07474bb31ee31a8a73db0b%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D4%26rkt%3D6%26mehot%3Dag%26sd%3D162645437609&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/STABIL-Fuel-Stabiliser-Stabilizer-Petrol-Additive-Motorbike-Scooter-Generator/162305439287?_trkparms=aid%3D222007%26algo%3DSIM.MBE%26ao%3D2%26asc%3D47510%26meid%3D4145e96f4f07474bb31ee31a8a73db0b%26pid%3D100005%26rk%3D4%26rkt%3D6%26mehot%3Dag%26sd%3D162645437609&_trksid=p2047675.c100005.m1851)
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: darrsi on 01 October 2017, 12:26:48 am
Apologies Tommy, but believe me it's still money well spent.
I ordered another bottle recently, the way the bike starts now on the button without any blip at all is just great.
Not heard of anyone else on here that's ever used it, but i can only praise the stuff.


I don't recommend using it in the sump though. It is oil based but apparently it cleans it too well so may cause unwanted and unnecessary issues.
Keep to fuel only.

Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: tommyardin on 01 October 2017, 09:42:21 am
Apologies Tommy, but believe me it's still money well spent.
I ordered another bottle recently, the way the bike starts now on the button without any blip at all is just great.
Not heard of anyone else on here that's ever used it, but i can only praise the stuff.


I don't recommend using it in the sump though. It is oil based but apparently it cleans it too well so may cause unwanted and unnecessary issues.
Keep to fuel only.


No apologies necessary it sounds really good stuff and as some of the gumph about makes a lot of sense.
Fuel of yesteryear had a lead content in them that actually lubricated any areas of the engine that fuel touched, not today so it actually is benificial to use a UCL additive.
(I use the word 'beneficial, and not the word 'necessary')


When going out on blasts with mates I often shove 10 ml/cc of Castrol R in with a tank full of petrol just for the smell, In hasten to add the rider never benefits from the smell it generates but the followers do.


Breathing in burnt Castrol R can actually give you diareahoa and allegedly often happened to guys who worked in the pit lanes at race tracks years ago.
Castrol R was a brilliant lubricant but it had its faults, it is not such a popular lube as it was but still used for a lot of classic type races.
Apparently it gums up things like piston rings and other components, meaning complete strip downs and rebuilds every few races.
So a Mirical Mystery Oil  and Stabil cocktail it is, if the bike doesn't perform like a Mighty Thou next Spring I will be most suprised.  :lol
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: darrsi on 01 October 2017, 09:55:22 am
Apologies Tommy, but believe me it's still money well spent.
I ordered another bottle recently, the way the bike starts now on the button without any blip at all is just great.
Not heard of anyone else on here that's ever used it, but i can only praise the stuff.


I don't recommend using it in the sump though. It is oil based but apparently it cleans it too well so may cause unwanted and unnecessary issues.
Keep to fuel only.


No apologies necessary it sounds really good stuff and as some of the gumph about makes a lot of sense.
Fuel of yesteryear had a lead content in them that actually lubricated any areas of the engine that fuel touched, not today so it actually is benificial to use a UCL additive.
(I use the word 'beneficial, and not the word 'necessary')


When going out on blasts with mates I often shove 10 ml/cc of Castrol R in with a tank full of petrol just for the smell, In hasten to add the rider never benefits from the smell it generates but the followers do.


Breathing in burnt Castrol R can actually give you diareahoa and allegedly often happened to guys who worked in the pit lanes at race tracks years ago.
Castrol R was a brilliant lubricant but it had its faults, it is not such a popular lube as it was but still used for a lot of classic type races.
Apparently it gums up things like piston rings and other components, meaning complete strip downs and rebuilds every few races.
So a Mirical Mystery Oil  and Stabil cocktail it is, if the bike doesn't perform like a Mighty Thou next Spring I will be most suprised.  :lol


Me and my brother used to go and watch speedway every so often so i know the smell you're on about.
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: Hugh Mungus on 01 October 2017, 09:52:56 pm
I just love Castrol R and I have a can in my shed which I bought to use on my old BSA (now sold) but I pop a bit in my bike every now and then and especially if I'm on a ride-out with some friends just so they can get a whiff.
I was told it is basically castor oil so that's probably why it causes stomach complaints...
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: tommyardin on 01 October 2017, 11:12:12 pm
I just love Castrol R and I have a can in my shed which I bought to use on my old BSA (now sold) but I pop a bit in my bike every now and then and especially if I'm on a ride-out with some friends just so they can get a whiff.
I was told it is basically castor oil so that's probably why it causes stomach complaints...


Yep that is exactly what it is Castor Oil, it used to be given as a medicine for tummy upsets and constipation, hence the old tom tits if you breathed a lot in. it lubes your passageways. lol, now lets move on. :eek
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: celticdog on 01 October 2017, 11:28:00 pm
I just love Castrol R and I have a can in my shed which I bought to use on my old BSA (now sold) but I pop a bit in my bike every now and then and especially if I'm on a ride-out with some friends just so they can get a whiff.
I was told it is basically castor oil so that's probably why it causes stomach complaints...


Yep that is exactly what it is Castor Oil, it used to be given as a medicine for tummy upsets and constipation, hence the old tom tits if you breathed a lot in. it lubes your passageways. lol, now lets move on. :eek


Your post's taken me down memory lane
! No longer available (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3JNI7KEeLoc#)
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: matt7chunk on 02 October 2017, 10:49:57 pm
Im gonna give this marvels stuff a go i think , Sad times the winter is coming :'(   in the shed she goes.
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: darrsi on 02 October 2017, 11:07:35 pm
Im gonna give this marvels stuff a go i think , Sad times the winter is coming :'(   in the shed she goes.


I would've mentioned it ages ago if it wasn't for the daft name, but it's been around over 90 years so can't be all bad.
Worked bloody wonders on my bike, and still is.
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: tommyardin on 03 October 2017, 12:40:18 am

Same a that in the shed she goes :'(

Just waiting the delivery of Marvel Oil and Stabil fuel stabilizer and she done for the year.

I had the chain off and cleaned it, back on and lubed with a liberal coating or two of chain lube spray then adjusted.
Oil Change and new filter (Seemed a bit wasteful in some ways oil has only done 1.25K) new plugs, air filter (Paper element one),  new in-line petrol filter, fresh brake fluid back & front drained and refilled coolant.
Got a new Battlax T30 Evo to go on the front but will wait for the spring to have that fitted, the old BT021 sill has lots of tread but the edges have feathered really badly but the strange thing is its the front or leading edge of the tread pattern that is raised, weird. Oh yeah and dropped the tyres pressures 10lbs for the winter.
what the fuck am I going to do now for the next 6 months :'(

Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: Hugh Mungus on 03 October 2017, 05:29:41 am
Get yourself a cheap hack to ride through 'winter'


I went to a popular bikers cafe on the 2nd of January a couple of years ago as it was an absolutely glorious day. We were the only bikers actually on bikes and there were a fair few who were envious cos there bike was tucked up in the shed.
I'm not suggesting to ride through snow and storms etc but there's plenty of good days.


Get trawling ebay and gumtree for a cheap bike to keep those winter blues at bay.
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: darrsi on 03 October 2017, 06:53:08 am
Get yourself a cheap hack to ride through 'winter'


I went to a popular bikers cafe on the 2nd of January a couple of years ago as it was an absolutely glorious day. We were the only bikers actually on bikes and there were a fair few who were envious cos there bike was tucked up in the shed.
I'm not suggesting to ride through snow and storms etc but there's plenty of good days.


Get trawling ebay and gumtree for a cheap bike to keep those winter blues at bay.


These days snow/ice are the only elements i refuse to ride in, although even that didn't stop me years ago.
The main roads tend to be looked after very well, but the road i live on only gets 2 or 3 hours of direct sun on it before it starts getting dark so if the temperature stays low then the ice just stays put until it warms up again.
Fortunately i have a colleague who lives a few roads away and he gives me a lift whenever necessary as he works the same hours. 
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: Dave48 on 03 October 2017, 08:32:11 am
When I was much younger, more years ago than I care to remember, I had no choice but to ride all year round and yes I often rode in conditions that I would not entertain nowadays. The ONLY time I wouldnt ride back then was when there was ice on the road(black or otherwise). Have come off pushbikes with no warning whatsoever and have experienced some "interesting" moments on 4 wheels on the dreaded black stuff :eek
Was debating whether to retax the Tracer at the end of this month but have decided to keep it taxed and use every opportunity to ride this winter and will only tuck it up if we get some particularly nasty conditions. Have got my GT85 & ACF 50 at the ready! :lol
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: Anquetil on 03 October 2017, 09:17:49 am
I ride all the year round by choice. Living in North Wales I avoid many of the holiday areas in the summer. Too many caravans, camper vans, and heavy traffic in general. I tend to go Cheshire, Derbyshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire for quieter outings. Once the autumn is here, and throughout the winter, I ride the roads of North Wales, and Ceredigion, which are virtually empty. ACF 50 is my friend during this period, along with appropriate warm clothing. As I am an old git,(66), and with the health problems that I have, I take the view that I can't afford to sit around for 6 months not doing what I love, as I don't know how long I will be able to continue riding or, indeed, be still on this earth. This morning I am off for a ride to Llanberis. At the weekend to Anglesey circuit to support two friends who are racing in the Wirral 100 Club meeting.
Get out there and enjoy the winter riding, Dave.
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: Dave48 on 03 October 2017, 09:28:05 am
Couldnt agree more about the summer holiday traffic in North Wales. Was up on Anglesey 1st week in July and although the island itself wasnt bad, we met all you describe and then some on the journey up through Bettws-Y- Coed & our detour up the Llanberis Pass.
Last few winters I have put the bike into hibernation for Nov-Feb but like yourself I dont know how long I will be able to continue riding with a progressive lung condition so intend to "live life to the full" while I still am able to.
I remember how quiet those self same roads can be come winter time-just have to watch out for the odd blizzard in Snowdonia :lol
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: fazersharp on 03 October 2017, 01:23:03 pm
I too ride all year around but just like in the summer - only when its dry. There are plenty of dry winter days to be had and a 1//2 or 1 hour blat is usually enough to get me my FZS fix and just about short enough before I am concentrating more on my coldness than the road.

But I dont get out often enough during the summer months so still feel the need during the winter
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: Fazerider on 03 October 2017, 01:59:52 pm

While all you pussies are wasting money on magical toxins to see your bike through the next half year, I'll be riding mine. :lol
OK, occasionally we'll get a cold snap but there hasn't been one in recent years that's lasted more than a couple of weeks.
There will be loads of dry sunny days between now and April, I don't intend to miss out on them.
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: Disorderlypunk on 03 October 2017, 03:08:11 pm
been caught out in all weathers as i ride all year
snow so bad i had to ride in the tracks of car in front so close i could see his tail lights (easy crashing distance)
had hypothermia once
and far too often through floods which does wonders for washing the undercarage
https://youtu.be/RkKFHg4jXY4? (https://youtu.be/RkKFHg4jXY4?t=2m12s)
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: tommyardin on 04 October 2017, 09:49:58 pm
I just love Castrol R and I have a can in my shed which I bought to use on my old BSA (now sold) but I pop a bit in my bike every now and then and especially if I'm on a ride-out with some friends just so they can get a whiff.
I was told it is basically castor oil so that's probably why it causes stomach complaints...


Hey Hugh,
Shove a drop of Castrol R in your lawn mower tank about 5 ml will do, makes mowing the lawn a completely different experience.
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: Disorderlypunk on 04 October 2017, 10:56:45 pm
I just love Castrol R and I have a can in my shed which I bought to use on my old BSA (now sold) but I pop a bit in my bike every now and then and especially if I'm on a ride-out with some friends just so they can get a whiff.
I was told it is basically castor oil so that's probably why it causes stomach complaints...


Hey Hugh,
Shove a drop of Castrol R in your lawn mower tank about 5 ml will do, makes mowing the lawn a completely different experience.


that might be enough to make me mow the lawn every weekend
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: red98 on 05 October 2017, 06:39:25 am
 :lol :lol :lol






Where do you guys get castrol R from ?...ive been looking for years to use in my 250 suzuki .
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: Hugh Mungus on 05 October 2017, 08:49:43 pm
I just love Castrol R and I have a can in my shed which I bought to use on my old BSA (now sold) but I pop a bit in my bike every now and then and especially if I'm on a ride-out with some friends just so they can get a whiff.
I was told it is basically castor oil so that's probably why it causes stomach complaints...


Hey Hugh,
Shove a drop of Castrol R in your lawn mower tank about 5 ml will do, makes mowing the lawn a completely different experience.


Ha ha Tommy. Been there, done that a couple of weekends ago. The missus asked what the smell was but my lad knew straight away  :lol  Funny thing was that I cut the lawn a lot quicker than usual...
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: tommyardin on 06 October 2017, 01:30:43 am
:lol :lol :lol






Where do you guys get castrol R from ?...ive been looking for years to use in my 250 suzuki .



http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Castrol-R-40-SAE-40-4T-Racing-Engine-Oil-1-Litre-/161213021598?epid=1751432324&hash=item25890b7d9e:g:gIgAAOSw74FXPC7g (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Castrol-R-40-SAE-40-4T-Racing-Engine-Oil-1-Litre-/161213021598?epid=1751432324&hash=item25890b7d9e:g:gIgAAOSw74FXPC7g)
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: Hugh Mungus on 06 October 2017, 04:23:00 am
That's a very good price.
I bought mine from my local speedway shop in the village. It was about £18.
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: Disorderlypunk on 06 October 2017, 05:06:20 am
That's a very good price.
I bought mine from my local speedway shop in the village. It was about £18.
a SPEEDWAY SHOP in the village
-i live just outside a speedway town and we dont have one of those
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: tommyardin on 06 October 2017, 07:23:12 am
That's a very good price.
I bought mine from my local speedway shop in the village. It was about £18.


A lot of the good things in life are now on hold  :'( bike almost ready for the hibernation cave, just waiting for the Marvel M Oil to be delivered (bit slow I must say) the Sta-Bil that I ordered after the MMO, was delivered two days ago.
And now to top it off the foccing grass has stopped growing so no nice Castro R smells as I'm running around the gardens like a loony.
Life's a bitch. :lol
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: matt7chunk on 06 October 2017, 11:28:17 pm
I still use my fazer over the winter on dry days , But i still use the stabiliser in the tank and acf50, because you just know there's always gonna be a month where its shitty the whole time and its peace of mind that the carbs should be ok
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: tommyardin on 07 October 2017, 12:03:38 am
I still use my fazer over the winter on dry days , But i still use the stabiliser in the tank and acf50, because you just know there's always gonna be a month where its shitty the whole time and its peace of mind that the carbs should be ok


I suppose my mower and strimmers should have some stabiliser in their tanks.


Hedgtrimmer too, we all know how unstable he is lol!  :lol :fish :moon :finger :foc :pokefun :2guns :look
Title: Re: Over wintering my FZS 600
Post by: tommyardin on 09 October 2017, 04:58:14 pm
Hey! At long last that Marvel Mystery Oil showed up, it only took 7 working day in the post, shite delivery service.
But I can at long last I can put the 600 to bed for the winter.