I know a fella look for some standard OE Gen1 thou' handlebars, anyone got some and I'll put you in touch.

i have some too if you still need em

yep, looks like it will need changed

How many links on q standard chain? Seen various lengths and don't want to get wrong one. Is it 110?

chain and sprockets been replaced on bike recently (before i got it) and the chain has major tight spot. don't think it saw any lube and was pretty bad on way home after i bought it. Was ok on test ride couple of days earlier but was wet so think it buggered it a bit more.
anyhoo spent couple of hours the other day working each link free with chain lube in each one, that was fun, and seemed to sort it and was running free. short run and was ok, readjusted the chain as moved a bit after lube. Job done i thought.


well ride out today and its back, almost no flex in chain at one area, roll in on and has 35-40mm as should. Should i redo it again or bite the bullet and get a new chain. was a did 530vm so not cheap shite. sprockets look as new so would prob keep them unless they are also part of the problem tho don't know how.


your thoughts are much appreciated

Hi all been fettling the new girl and noticed that she is quite rattly on tick over until I pull clutch and  then goes quiet.
Could this be cam chain tensioner? Thought that would continue clutch in or out but not sure
Is it normal or do I need to poke about in the clutch?

On plus side new conti road attack 2 tyres on today and feel nice but will run in tomorrow :-)  also new ebc hh pads at front as old ones had about a mm left :-\  tried to replace sprocket but with 12 mm but looks like a two man job as just turns motor over with breaker bar.... Still least it means old one won't come off anytime soon
Cheers
Mark

if this works here are some pix of the new steed


mostly standard....for now :P


http://s837.photobucket.com/user/scoobie_paws/media/IMG_2609_zps31425474.jpg.html?sort=3&o=1


http://s837.photobucket.com/user/scoobie_paws/media/IMG_2607_zpsa7cc34fe.jpg.html?sort=3&o=2


http://s837.photobucket.com/user/scoobie_paws/media/IMG_2610_zpsf24a9a62.jpg.html?sort=3&o=0

pics or no one will believe you 

Chris

does it have a ratchet strap? what is that like?

Tiz a double D ring. As said new one out so should be a bargain by now :-)

Great feedback and opinions guys.I have missed the site for that :-)
Going to try both on Monday so will report back!

Then it might be original fzs 600 or foxeye :-)

This will be interesting.....iam lucky enough to have both, been using the thou for the last 2 years and have only just got the 6 back on the road......rest assured  theres loads of fun to have on the 6  ......biggest difference for me is the weight, nice and flickable the 6, torque for the thou, no need to change down for overtakes, mpg, it does get a bit of a pain filling up the thou.......if I had to choose I would take the 6.....but the best option by far is to have both 

if only i could justify both I would :P

Found another with only 6'000 miles -


http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/YAMAHA-FZS-1000-FAZER-2005-UNDER-6K-MILES-MINT-BIKE-/231229817678?pt=UK_Motorcycles&hash=item35d65f034e

now that looks a cracker


cheers matey

I'm selling my much treasured FZS1000 as i need to raise funds for a house move.
Its a 2003/03 in Silver (the best colour !) 22,500 miles.

The bike has been lovingly cared for since I bought it in 06 and I've done all my own servicing in that time.
Its in very tidy condition and has hardly ever seen rain.
It has been resprayed because it toppled against the garage wall some time ago and scratched the fairing. There is also a very small ding in the end can but I have the original available too if required.
The bike has been 'Ivanised' by MikeGTX and has many other tasteful mods including a full shock rebuild by K-Tech, genuine Yam sub-cowl and engine protectors.
I have lots of receipts and a documented history of all the work/services carried out and all the old MOT's.
If anyone is interested, drop me a line. I've got plenty of photos I can send on. I'm looking for £2750.00
Thanks. Andy
p.s. The tank bag and luggage rack in the picture aren't included as they've now been sold.

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If i can get my firestorm sold quickly for a good price I would be interested in yours
any flex in the price?

How did you get on with you search for a fazer 1000?

Still looking buy might look at Andy's :-)
My firestorm in for mot on Monday so will put her up for sale after that and then search really starts.