Date: 09-05-24  Time: 19:48 pm

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FZS600 Fazer / Re: front suspension upgrade
« Last post by BBROWN1664 on Today at 06:47:34 pm »
When was the fork oil last changed?

May just need 15w oil in there
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FZS600 Fazer / Re: front suspension upgrade
« Last post by kebab19 on Today at 06:17:45 pm »
Yes, the YSS fork valve emulators can make quite a difference if fitted with linear rate springs. Heavier fork oil also needs to be installed.Note however that it's not a simple drop-in - you need to modify the fork's internal damper rods.
Link to my original 2008 Gold valve fork installation here (I used TRX 850 gold valves but they were a smidge too big):
https://foc-u.co.uk/index.php?topic=71.0

However, if you're not confident about carrying out permanent fork surgery, go with Progressive springs and different weight oil.
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FZS600 Fazer / Re: Rear shock replacement
« Last post by kebab19 on Today at 06:05:43 pm »
I believe that at 310mm the shock is too long. Having said that, you might be able to fit different length dogbones to restore the correct ride height.Also, that top mounting point looks a bit narrow: again you might get away with fitting thick washers either side.
But what would put me off (apart from not knowing who the manufacturer is) is the apparent lack of damping adjustment beyond basic spring preload? There is no way the one single setting will suit light riders, heavy riders everyone in between as well as taking a pillion or catring luggage around.

Not a fan. It would get you through an MoT but for this price it'd be a miracle if it had the correct spring rate & damping rate to suit your weight.If you must get a replacement shock, keep saving and get something like a basic YSS shock, which at least has some adjustability.     
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Fazer 1000/FZ1 corner / Re: Front sprocket washer parts picture/parts number
« Last post by tnfazer on Today at 08:09:56 am »
OK, got it. I had looked under "Transmission" but somehow missed it. Too many gears in that image, I guess.

For future reference, the old part number is 90215-30233 but has been superseded by 90215-26241-00. It has only two locking tabs so I recommend replacing it. Unlike some other bikes I've had, there are no "unbent" parts of the washer to utilize.

Most online stores seem to charge quite high delivery rates for a single washer that fits into an envelope, so I guess visiting an actual store is both quicker and cheaper.
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General / Re: Whoever posts last is best
« Last post by robbo on 08 May 2024, 05:15:21 pm »
A pal used to be a chef there, and got me a ticket to the Festival of Speed once. Going by bike is imperative as local roads get gridlocked :eek .
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General / Re: Whoever posts last is best
« Last post by fazerscotty on 08 May 2024, 11:53:44 am »
Quote from: robbo on 25 April 2024, 12:25:36 pm
Bank holiday at Goodwood. Shame it’s not the Festival of Speed or the Revival weekends, that would have been epic. :thumbup


Unless I had free tickets I don't think I would go - I've heard horror stories regarding arriving, parking and exiting the site.

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For Sale & Wanted / Re: SOLD. Fazer 1000
« Last post by botchitleggit on 07 May 2024, 06:40:33 pm »
Hi.. wondering if you still have the original rear suspension dog bones?
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For Sale & Wanted / Re: Spares for Sale - Front Tyre, Scottoiler oil, Brake pads, Tyre repair kit
« Last post by Jamieg285 on 07 May 2024, 11:57:43 am »
Quote from: Blodwin on 06 May 2024, 08:32:20 pm
I'll have the bottles of oil if still available


I've sent you a PM with my details.
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Introduction / Re: Hello
« Last post by Graeme1504 on 07 May 2024, 11:18:46 am »
Apologies for the poor typing! I am in the north west on the wirral.
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Fazer 1000/FZ1 corner / Re: Carburetor maintenance kits for Gen 1
« Last post by dueruote on 07 May 2024, 10:48:11 am »
Quote from: tnfazer on 06 May 2024, 10:53:34 am
... and withstood ethanol mixed into gasoline better than the old originals.

This is a good point. I don't know if it has been addressed before in another topic.
Doing a quick google search it seems Viton o'rings are more resistant to ethanol than NBR, so that's what I'll look for.
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