Hi guys, foxeye's going in for an pre- MOT service. I'm just wondering which one mod/tweek would you do that would most improve the bikes capabilities.Already have fender extender/hugga combo,and would like to improve the bike whilst retaining it's classic lines-Cheers!
Quote from: redfox1 on 19 July 2015, 05:22:27 amHi guys, foxeye's going in for an pre- MOT service. I'm just wondering which one mod/tweek would you do that would most improve the bikes capabilities.Already have fender extender/hugga combo,and would like to improve the bike whilst retaining it's classic lines-Cheers!Here is what I have on my list:The best upgrade - use good oil it is very important for your engine - done Silkolene Comp 4 10w-40 XP Synthetic Ester Based The most important to improve capabilities and safety one - get Michelin Pilot Road 3's tires - planned after my current ones are for change.EBC organic pads - I like soft controlled stops and do not like the pads to eat my discs - done.The easiest mod done with the most effect on the bike would be to play with sprockets and final drive ratio.Say change the front sprocket to 17 tooth if ride much motorways and make the revs lower or do it 14 tooth if you do much town commute and improve the bike pull force.I've done 14t - happy as a pig in mud China short levers - on their way from China Double Bubble Screen - have not decided yet on this one.Basic Suspension mods - on my list but it is a lot fo work and I'm lazy :1. Rear Nitron NTR R1 £400 - http://www.nitron.co.uk/catalogue_item.php?catID=12796&prodID=745452. Hagon progressive fork springs with slightly heavier oil for the front £100 with the oil - http://www.hagon-shocks.co.uk/catalog/partdetail.aspx?partno=400-088-09Renntec engine crash bars - not sure, probably yes if I do track days at some future point? http://www.moorespeedracing.co.uk/yamaha-engine-crash-bars/yamaha-fzs600-renntec-engine-crash-bars.htmlDecent chain - done Tsubaki Alpha XRG.Change the sparg plugs with Iridium ones - this is a very good mod, planned - CR8EIX £40 for 4 - http://www.halfords.com/motoring-travel/motorcycling/motorcycle-parts/ngk-iridium-motorcycle-spark-plug-cr8eixChange the air filter with KN - not convinced, there has been some issues here.Change the fuel gauge with Multi-Gauge from Christian - planned - http://foc-u.co.uk/index.php/topic,13218.100.htmlThis one is nice the LCD screen Multi-Gauge shows many things like gear selection, fuel, temperture, GPS and many more, this one is very cool and I will do it soon Change the signals and rear stop light for LED - actually I like the old school and will not do that one.Change the headlight for HID - do not think its worth the hazzle given the fact I am mostly day rider.Upgrade the seat with memory foam - honestly the FZS 600 seat is so much better than the most modern bike seats like for example the new FZ6, that I do not see much point of doing that now. Will do when its worn £100 - http://www.sussexmotorcycles.com/elite-comfort-motorcycle-seats.htmlGet Remus Hexacone carbon exhaust - not sure about that one. The Remus has the best sound, however our Fazer is IL4, IL4s will never sound near the twin engines do they? Not sure there is any point to do that for road ride, still on my list £481 - Slip on kit Hexacone road legal with removable baffle carbon silencer - http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/motorcycle/exhaust-systems-silencers/bike/yamaha/2000/fzs600-fazer/remus-hexacone-exhaust-slip-on-kit-road-legal-polished-stainless-silencer
What exactly are the issues with the K&N filter then?
Quote from: darrsi on 19 July 2015, 05:53:00 pmWhat exactly are the issues with the K&N filter then?Long time ago I've read an article about the fact that K&N filtters do more air flow means it does more dirt in your engine too:http://forums.nicoclub.com/debunking-the-k-n-myth-why-oem-is-better-t180100.htmlI always has the feeling its marketing scam as proven by the ISO 5011 tests above.
You did not read the whole story then
Best mod you can do to the 600? Upgrade to the thou
As for suspension I find the stock OEM perfect for me at 9 1/2 stone and I think that is the issue maybe it could be a bit lacking if you are fond of the piesScreen I have found makes no difference to change to a DBBest modshugger - non performancerad cover - non performancebraided lines + performance
am after a matt black rad cover as well...
Best mod you can do to the 600? Upgrade to the thou With Jap bikes, it's nearly always improving the suspension that gives the most reward - means you've got more control of the bike, so can use the power it already has more effectively.
power is nothing without control.