Date: 28-04-24  Time: 13:24 pm

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Newbie from Barnet
« on: 14 April 2012, 10:15:11 pm »
Hi EveryoneWell today, after a lifetime of owning Hondas (a total of 13 over 40 years - with a brief departure into Ducatis, big mistake), I am now the proud owner of an immaculate 2002 FZS 600 Fazer. After searching for 2 weeks for a decent Hornet fruitlessly after my CB500 hack suddenly needed serious dosh spent on it to pass it's MoT, I finally hit on this Fazer and couldn't resist. Although 10 years old it's in pristine condition, only 13,000 miles on the clock (hardly run in) and with useful accessories. Plus it was within my budget (which helps). So far, after a 50 mile introductory trip out, I am more than pleased with it (mid range seems sluggish compared with the Hornet but can't fault it otherwise). Using the revs, 80mph to 120mph is very impressive for a 600 (sorry officer, just testing it out).I have already ordered a carbon fibre slip on can - from Simmie Performance Exhausts. I can't recommend this company too highly. I have bought from them before and their products are excellent. Each can is hand made to a very high standard and they look great, sound great and are not hideously expensive. Check them out here (via Ebay):http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/260738036226?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649What I would like to ask is does anyone know where I can get a decent tail tidy for the Fazer? Can't seem to find a suitable one anywhere. Any info would be appreciated.Cheers all - happy and safe riding,Tony Bale (very happy Liverpool fan so today has been a double bubble happiness day!)





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Re: Newbie from Barnet
« Reply #1 on: 15 April 2012, 07:19:46 am »
Hi mate - I split your post into a new topic, hope that's all right. Looks like a nice well cared for bike. Remember to add yourself to the Member Map. Regarding the tail tidy it would be useful to post a new thread in the FZS600 Fazer forum as someone will have an answer there :)

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Re: Newbie from Barnet
« Reply #2 on: 18 April 2012, 01:53:47 pm »
Hi Tbale999
check out ebay, just been looking on there, they have a few tail tidys on there,
hope that helps
regards steve
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Re: Newbie from Barnet
« Reply #3 on: 18 April 2012, 06:24:22 pm »
Hello Tbale999 nice bike...enjoy ;)
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Re: Newbie from Barnet
« Reply #4 on: 19 April 2012, 11:38:25 am »
Nice looking bike-you cant beat a good Fazer!

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Re: Newbie from Barnet
« Reply #5 on: 01 May 2012, 06:33:50 pm »
OK now done 700 miles in a week on my Fazer and I have to say I'm impressed. Motorway cruising at legal and slightly higher speeds is a doddle, comfortable and returns around 50mpg. Handling on "A" and "B" roads seems fine for my style of riding - I'm 62 years old so don't "go for it" as enthusiastically as I did when younger. So all in all I am very pleased with my first Yamaha!

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Re: Newbie from Barnet
« Reply #6 on: 02 May 2012, 06:17:16 am »
"700 miles in a week" - slow down young man! Save some for your retirement ;)

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Re: Newbie from Barnet
« Reply #7 on: 03 May 2012, 10:09:35 am »
700 miles/week! You put me to shame & Im only 2 years older than you(the body that is-the heads still young!) :)