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FZS600 Fazer / rear brake - how much lever play before it bites?
« on: 26 April 2019, 08:48:28 pm »
Hi


I'm still only a few hundred miles into my new (2002) fazer.  It's a really clean (looks brand new) machine and has  been very well looked after.  I'm totally new to the breed so this might be a naive question but...........


When in general traffic the rear brake is perfectly fine (ish) but I do feel that my foot has lots of travel before I feel a bite on the disc.  If travelling at say 60mph + and need some extra assistance when braking I feel the extra long travel together with the 'woolly' feel is a little uninspiring.


I've read a few threads........  but would like some opinions as to next steps.......


A  Bleed system
B  replace pads (not looked at wear yet)
C  replace with a blue spot rear
D  any combination of the above


let me know your thoughts


 :)

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General / what is a cager in training?
« on: 28 February 2019, 08:00:23 pm »
Hi


Very new to the forum and Fazer ownership.  Most things I get but what is a 'cager in training'?




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FZS600 Fazer / Best tank bag for the FZS 600
« on: 27 February 2019, 05:59:17 pm »
Hi
Just for short outings etc for all the crap you don't want in your pockets.
Any recommendations?

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FZS600 Fazer / Lowered font suspension
« on: 26 February 2019, 07:02:35 pm »
I've just noticed my forks have been lowered by about 10mm through the yokes.  Is this a common thing and what does it rectify/add to the handling of the bike? 


It's a 2002 box eye version.  I think everything else is stock.......... But then you might know better.  I've only had it 1 week so I'm just getting to have a better look at things.


I'm not a racer, I ride fairly sensibly. Do I Leave it or do I put it back to stock settings?  Whichever decision, why?


My thoughts are that I'm sure Yamaha with all of its computers and tech wizards must have designed it with that geometry for a reason so why alter it?

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General / personal breakdown cover for multi bike owners
« on: 24 February 2019, 06:45:31 pm »
Hi


Since getting the Fazer I've now got two bikes to think about with regard to recovery should an accident or breakdown occur.  I can fix most things but for maybe £8 a month it's maybe worth the cost.  When I've been looking they websites always revert to car quotes which I obviously don't need.


Who do you use?


Who gives value for money?


Who to avoid?


Prices paid?


cheers

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FZS600 Fazer / what to update?
« on: 22 February 2019, 06:59:39 pm »
Hi


I'm new to the Fazer.  I've just picked up a 2002 box eye 600.  it looks in mint condition but I'm sure there will be things to look out for/consider updating/replace with newer better versions?


So far I've done about 60 miles on a lovely dry sunny afternoon.  It's got Michelin Pilots fitted (not sure of which version but as the bike has obviously been well looked after I'm assuming not been on too long) with plenty of tread and they felt fine yesterday.


If anyone has any advice it would be greatly appreciated.


Thanks


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if anyone has one for sale or can point me in the right direction for a good one that would be appreciated.


Cheers

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FZS600 Fazer / my pic is sideways!!!
« on: 20 February 2019, 06:07:22 pm »
Hi


How can I change my pic so it's the right wat around?  It needs rotating 90 degrees clockwise.  Help!

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