FZS 1000 rather than an FZ1 Val

I was looking to improve my seat and finally decided to go with these guys at some point:

[url=http://www.sussexmotorcycles.com/elite-comfort-motorcycle-seats.html]http://www.sussexmotorcycles.com/elite-comfort-motorcycle-seats.html[/url]

The price seems very reasonable and they say good memory foam is better than gel.

I am inlcined to beleive that.

Bugger, I meant a gen I.

I am still confused and have to ask what is Gen I seat?

hi all what size and best cover can you get for a reasonable price??

and how do you rate the muck off product

I have used in the past this one, it is important your cover to be breathable so that the bike can dry off after rain ride:

[url=http://www.amazon.co.uk/Motorcycle-Motorbike-Waterproof-Protective-Breathable/dp/B005UUY5HO]http://www.amazon.co.uk/Motorcycle-Motorbike-Waterproof-Protective-Breathable/dp/B005UUY5HO[/url]

Muck Off - not very pleased I was expecting more. WD40 cleaner again very weak. Both can't do much for old grime without serious elbow grease. I was using in the past Castrol Greentec and it is better than Muc off and WD40.

Again really not happy with these expensive cleaners. Now I just use some cheap car shampoo. Will try soon the cheapest oven foam cleaner that I can find.

been in simlar position buying bolts recently......one thing i learned, be aware not all bolts are made equal, they all have different properties and will have been chosen for their purpose when the bike was put together, i have in the past purchased bolts that were not OEM but i made sure they were the same material and grade i.e. 8.8, 12.9 A2, etc....there are international standards the allow you to usually detemrine the type and grade of a threaded fastner....

http://www.westfieldfasteners.co.uk/Ref_Strength_Spec.html


https://www.boltdepot.com/fastener-information/Materials-and-Grades/Materials.aspx

When it comes to parts like engine mount bolts and suspension linkages i would be tending to side with OEM, i don't know enought about the material physics and properties to make the correct informed decisions....but thats just me - i am a little OTT sometimes!

Hi anutz, sorry to hijack the tread, I have a lot of rusty bolts and want to replace them, any chance you can post the sizes and threads and grades for the ones you have bought? And from where?

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Hello,

I am sick of paying a lot of money for expensive grime and dirt cleaners.

I have used in the past Castrol and it is good bike cleaner. Have read very good reviews about SDoc100. Have used plenty of WD40 for cleaning.

The problem with these is they are expenisve like hell and frankly I am sick of paying £5-£10 pounds for 500ml cleaner.

Any ideas for homemade or possibly cheap kitchen cleaner that will do the same job for lot less?

I will try soon oven foam cleaner have read very good reviews for using it to remove grime from car engines.

Here is my list to try, feel free to add any homemade ideas.

Note do not like idea of puring large ammounts of diesel fuel in the drains. If you have anything that is cheap and nature friendly that would be great.

ASDA Fast Foam Oven Cleaner

500ml
Product Code: 4375401

£2.50(£5.00 per lt)

Ingredients

Contains < 5% Non-Ionic Surfactants , Also contains Disinfectants, Perfume .
Manufacturer Marketing

SC Johnson A family company since 1886. Fisk Johnson
Further Description

Kills 99.99% of viruses and bacteria Better coverage for better cleaning For use on cooker tops, sink & tiles, work surfaces 1. Specifically formulated to easily tackle tough kitchen grease and grime 2. Disinfects by killing 99.99% of viruses and bacteria on hard, non porous surfaces 3. Leaves a fresh lemon scent 4. Leaves surfaces sparkling clean 5. For quick & easy cleaning Better coverage for better cleaning* *Based on product output per spray An A.I.S.E. voluntary sustainability initiative www.cleanright.eu

https://groceries.asda.com/asda-webstore/landing/home.shtml#/product/910000448091



Cif UltraFast Kitchen Spray

450ml
Product Code: 4864354

£1.00(£2.22 per lt)

An A.I.S.E. voluntary sustainability initiative www.cleanright.eu
Ingredients

5-15% Non Ionic Surfactant , <5% Perfume, Soap, Limonene, Benzisothiazolinone .
Features

Effective on daily kitchen dirt. Fast acting formula. Quick and easy to wipe.
Product Marketing

With its fast acting, grease-removing formula enriched with citrus extracts, Cif UltraFast Kitchen Spray cleans surfaces fast and easily. For tough dirt leave to act for one minute before wiping away. For even more shiny results wipe away with a dry cloth.

https://groceries.asda.com/asda-webstore/landing/home.shtml#/product/910001548428



ASDA Makes Your Hob Sparkle & Shine

400ml
Product Code: 5053903

£2.00(£5.00 per lt)

Ingredients

Hob Cleaner contains amongst other ingredients: Less than 5% Non-Ionic Surfactants, EDTA , Also contains: Perfume, Limonene .
Country of Origin

United Kingdom
Features

Non scratch & streak free formula. Removes grease & baked on food.
Product Marketing

About this Product Removes grease, grime and burnt on food residues. Powerful & fast acting formula.

https://groceries.asda.com/asda-webstore/landing/home.shtml#/product/910001838039

Completely useless, but still amusing forum thread 

Honestly don't cha have a bikes to fix fellas? Bedroom tax seriously?

So, I've been riding with Motul oil that I changed 3 months ago and I must say I don't really like it... 
The gearbox in particular became noticeably harsher, gear changes louder and harder.
Even my friend, who had Fazer 600 a few years ago said he once put Motul in and never again, due to same reasons.
Gonna switch to something else as soon as possible, probably Castrol.

Try Fuchs Silkolene Comp 4 10w-40 XP Synthetic Ester Based 4-Stroke Engine Oil For High Performance Motorcycles

Long story short - the best oil ever! See details here:

http://www.opieoils.co.uk/p-785-silkolene-comp-4-10w-40-xp-synthetic-ester-based-4-stroke-engine-oil-for-high-performance-motorcycles.aspx

that looks good to me....same price buying blind on ebay......surely they cant referb cast that's breaking away

hang on they don't send old ones back when done do they?????

They do actually if you can afford to wait till they rebuild or refurbish it they will send you back your original caliper if you want. Exchange is for guys that can't wait.

im often sat at 70-80 and it feels too revvy for my liking, i dont mind dropping gears to overtake its worth it for the fuel saving.

I am looking to change the ratio or not, have not decided yet. Going up or down or to stay at standard.

im often sat at 70-80 and it feels too revvy for my liking, i dont mind dropping gears to overtake its worth it for the fuel saving.

I do town riding mostly and I am looking to go say 14/51.

If you have a lot fo motorway make sense to go with lower ratio. According to this guy who has done +1 front and -1 back, he said that probably would like to have done it more like +2 front means 17/47:

http://www.bikesandtravels.com/biker.aspx?ride=379

Obviously you need to try it to see do you like it. Some people like it some not.

See this guy running 17 front sprocket:

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Keep you updated.

Hope you have sealed everything now

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