Author Topic: what did you do with your fazer today ? (Read 1605016 times)

fazersharp · « **Reply #1550 on:** 18 November 2013, 06:57:55 pm »

A "blip" then

mr self destruct · « **Reply #1551 on:** 18 November 2013, 07:02:45 pm »

It could be that instructors don't teach 'blipping' because it's too much for a new rider to remember, but having said that, it's definitely a good thing to practice once you've got familiar with riding a bike. I reckon if 500rpm is a good example, then it'd be good just to stick it in neutral and practice blipping by that amount (while looking at the rev counter) to get a feel for it so to speak. That way I'd know by feel how much to blip by. Good idea?

fireblake · « **Reply #1552 on:** 18 November 2013, 09:38:03 pm »

Quote from: unfazed on 18 November 2013, 06:55:26 pm

Quote from: fazersharp on 18 November 2013, 11:53:32 am
Idon't think its a good idea to be telling (not as experienced ) riders 500revs / 1000revs as on top of everything else they are going to be looking down at the counter, and after all they are changing down to turn? enter a roundabout?. Just "blip" the throttle is all they need to know and practice will perfect how much is needed in all instances
I think you missed the point, the 500/1000revs were an example of how little you need to twist the throttle to get the desired effect.

Yeah, that's what I meant

Mickey

Hedgetrimmer · « **Reply #1553 on:** 19 November 2013, 06:05:45 pm »

Had a great ride up the A44 to Pembridge (just west of Leominster) to get a few snaps for sketching inspiration. Roads were largely quiet on the way up, the tyres were gripping well despite the cold temperatures, and I was wrapped up snug as a bug. I didn't actually realise how cold it was until I stopped for petrol and took my helmet off, so this kit I bought for backpacking has proved to be more effective than anything else I've ever used on a bike. Add to that Spada Enforcer gloves and Oxford heated grips, plus thick merino wool socks under the boots, and that seems to be me sorted for the winter

Sorry I didn't call you Slimwilly, but I didn't get going til 11:30, got to Pembridge at about 2:30 and didn't stop too long. Left there about 3:00pm, paused in Worcester for a couple of snaps, and headed home again.
Happy

slimwilly · « **Reply #1554 on:** 19 November 2013, 06:31:12 pm »

ah ha,, i was there earlier,about ten,then went all around the county,six jobs. no probs about the call,i was far to busy robbin,,,,,i mean repairing boilers.

Hedgetrimmer · « **Reply #1555 on:** 19 November 2013, 06:34:54 pm »

I didn't make Eardisley, no time, so that's an excuse to do it again

unfazed · « **Reply #1556 on:** 19 November 2013, 10:29:02 pm »

Fitted the new right side wheel bearing and seal to the Gen 1
Yamaha wanted €60 for bearing and seal, local bearing shop had bearing and seal for €20. The bearing was KOYO the same the original and the seal has exactly the same markings as the originals.
Definitely didn't think the Yamaha boxes were worth €40 just to throw them in the bin

apage16 · « **Reply #1557 on:** 19 November 2013, 11:27:21 pm »

Rode home from London, using the moon to read my dials because ALL of my cheap Chinese LEDs blew!

Then got home to find my R&G heated grips had arrived. Fitted and almost looking forward to the cold ride tomorrow morning.

NM_FZ8 · « **Reply #1558 on:** 20 November 2013, 04:29:03 am »

Quote from: nick crisp on 19 November 2013, 06:05:45 pm

Had a great ride up the A44 to Pembridge (just west of Leominster) to get a few snaps for sketching inspiration.
Happy

Love the pictures as they remind me of the two years I lived in Leiston, Suffock. I still have my British beer can collection (empty of course) packed away in the garage. Great times.

NM_FZ8 · « **Reply #1559 on:** 20 November 2013, 04:50:18 am »

With only three 70 degree days left (according to the weather quacks) I took one of my favorite rides up to a small mining ghost town named Lake City. During the week there is almost no traffic on the roads once I got off I-25. There were still a few trees with gold leaves along the way so it was a nice ride. Normally I stop at Sparky's (http://sparkysburgers.com/) on the way home for supper but they are closed on Tuesday so I plan to get back there on Thursday before the cold weather arrives. Hit the F trip meter at 170 miles but was almost home by then. Life is good.

Andy FZS · « **Reply #1560 on:** 20 November 2013, 06:45:07 am »

I'm sat chilling with a whiskey after finishing my night shift and driving home at 1deg looking at pics of a dry warm new Mexico. I must have been really bad in a previous life.....:-\

griff86 · « **Reply #1561 on:** 20 November 2013, 08:21:58 am »

Picked it up off the floor after it blew over in the wind. Fairing is smashed, typical

Dead Eye · « **Reply #1562 on:** 20 November 2013, 10:20:28 am »

Went to go for a ride yesterday, battery was flat as anticipated (I have an LED drawing constant power -- something I aim to fix by using a separate battery pack) so tried to bump start it... and then pulled a muscle in my back... no riding for a day or two

Dave48 · « **Reply #1563 on:** 20 November 2013, 10:21:45 am »

not today, not even yesterday, BUT MONDAY I stripped ,cleaned ,checked & rebuilt rear caliper, fitted rear braided brake line, bled system. Stripped rear wheel, swingarm, & rear suspension pivot bearings, Bought tin of "Gunk"-cleaned off 10 yrs worth of chain fling from front of swingarm. Put everything back together. Yesterday she fired up first press of the button-OH JOY! How I love my Fazer!! Next on list is get engine up to operating temp, then recheck coolant level. Change oil & filter and reposition,adjust Scotoiler feed. Finally clean chain & then RECHECK EVERY FASTENER IS CORRECTLY TORQUED UP! Then & only then apply protective coating of ACF 50/GT85/Silicone spray and connect to Optimate say "Happy Hibernation" & put dust cover on. But if we get a nice day or two........Wakey Wakey Time! My back aches & my finger nails wouldn't pass inspection but Im a happy old foccer!

Dead Eye · « **Reply #1564 on:** 21 November 2013, 04:45:39 pm »

Finally got out on the bike today after about 3 weeks of it not being used ^^

On my way home decided to stop and pick a few groceries, completely forgetting that I am now riding a 1000 and not the 600... the problem with this you ask? The complete lack of any under-seat storage

I could get half a cucumber under the seat and that was it... thankfully I hadn't bought much and managed to stuff the bag in side my jacket for the ride home which included a large bag of carrots, celery, spring onions etc - needless to say the cold vegetables stole and core heat I had left

fazersharp · « **Reply #1565 on:** 21 November 2013, 04:51:17 pm »

What the heck are you doing buying cucumbers in november for !!!!!!!

Jdalt · « **Reply #1566 on:** 21 November 2013, 04:51:46 pm »

Got my fazer out today for the first time in 4 weeks, a bit slow to start but eventually got going.
Typically no sooner had I got it out then it started raining. Still I decided that as it was out then I was riding.
Went for a 40 mile round trip into North Wales avoiding the odd fallen branch and patch of mud courtesy of the farmers.

Even though it was a bit wet and blustery I still enjoyed it. Just glad it is optional nowadays and I don`t have to commute.

Dead Eye · « **Reply #1567 on:** 21 November 2013, 05:40:44 pm »

Quote from: fazersharp on 21 November 2013, 04:51:17 pm

What the heck are you doing buying cucumbers in november for !!!!!!!

Is there some sort of etiquette where buying cucumbers in november is forbidden?! I'M SORRY CUCUMBER GOD!!

.... I wanted a salad ...

slimwilly · « **Reply #1568 on:** 21 November 2013, 05:53:45 pm »

Is that a cucumber under your seat or are you pleased to see me ?

pilgo · « **Reply #1569 on:** 21 November 2013, 06:20:32 pm »

just recieved my double bubble screen from M&P in swansea and they've forgotton to put the yoke protector in with it that i ordered and have been billed for!! another bloody phone call to make tomorow

so sunday is fit my beowulf zorst and the screen-or do i wait untill the spring? which could be may if its anything like this year $:\$

ChristoT · « **Reply #1570 on:** 21 November 2013, 07:36:31 pm »

Quote from: slimwilly on 21 November 2013, 05:53:45 pm

Is that a cucumber under your seat or are you pleased to see me ?

fazersharp · « **Reply #1571 on:** 21 November 2013, 07:42:57 pm »

Quote from: Dead Eye on 21 November 2013, 05:40:44 pm

Quote from: fazersharp on 21 November 2013, 04:51:17 pm
What the heck are you doing buying cucumbers in november for !!!!!!!
.... I wanted a salad ...

What the heck are you doing buying a salad in November.
And no man ever ---ever, want's a salad!!

Dead Eye · « **Reply #1572 on:** 21 November 2013, 07:56:08 pm »

Ok this is true, it was easier than the full explanation of "I'm a fat bastard and trying to loose weight so eating salady things as a snack instead of everything else that is apparently fully of calories" - its a stop gap measure until I start keto again after Christmas :P

I am not hijacking anything! :P

Exupnut · « **Reply #1573 on:** 21 November 2013, 08:56:31 pm »

Apart from the sun lol

unfazed · « **Reply #1574 on:** 21 November 2013, 10:43:54 pm »

Finally got the time to balance the back wheel of the Gen 1 after fitting the tyre last sunday and wheel bearing and seal tuesday.
All ready to go the long way to work in the morning.

Used the hooligan bike for work all the week (Serow)