Hi Guys,

My neighbour got a new dog about 6 months ago. She is absolutely beautiful and has a lovely nature. However, the dog barks in 20 minute bursts, relentlessly, about 3-4 times a day. This started when they would leave it at home for 8-10 hours a day when she was a pup. They don't walk her a great deal or pay her a lot of attention, and when I'm in the garden and play with her the barking stops.

Now we have a "comfortable" relationship with the neighbours. We are not friends, but we chat over the fence, say hi and talk to their kids. I don't want to upset the apple cart, but I am tired of listening to the barking dog.

Don't get me wrong, we are not the quietest neighbours. I have 4 motorcycles and work shifts. Sometimes stating work or coming home between 5am-6am. I also am a former Dj with a home studio. My friends ride bikes and/or Dj, so music and motorcycles are not uncommon in my household. I am always respectful as to the time of day and appreciate that people are sleeping and we have young kids next door.

I never complain about people doing their thing, cutting grass, playing music or whatever. Even when I'm on nightshift, I just work around it as it's my choice to work shifts and don't expect anyone to tip-toe around me. But the dog is wearing us down. I'm listening to it right now and it is stressful.

Give me your opinion guys. Do I continue to put up with it or do I talk to my neighbour and risk opening a can of worms?

Cheers

Yamaha YZF 1000 Thunderace
1996 P reg
21,900 miles
New MoT
Just fully serviced
V5 present
HPI clear
2 keys
Remus full exhaust system with carbon fibre can
Braided hoses
K & N air filter
£1750
 
I have done loads of work on this bike over the last few months including engine flush, Rad flush, full fluid change (brake, clutch, oil, radiator) full service, all bearings checked, carburettors balanced, suspension reset, WD40 clean and treatment, new stainless steel fasteners and everything torqued up to Yamaha spec.

I have a full and comprehensive list of all the work done on the bike and pictures and parts boxes/containers to back up my claims. There are a couple of pictures of the bike being worked on too. http://foc-u.co.uk/index.php/topic,11047.0.html

There are a few tasteful additions to the bike without it being bastardised, including braided hoses front and back, tail tidy, new petal discs up front, gold x ring chain, K & N air filter and a full Remus exhaust system with carbon fibre silencer (sounds fantastic).

There are a few age related marks here and there and there is a ding on the tank where (I presume) someone has lifted the wrong side of the tank and bumped it off the fairing stay. It is still in very good condition though. The bike is good to go and wants for nothing. It looks good and rides great.


I have reduced the price to as low as I can go. I am making nothing on it, but I would like to move on to my next project before summer. If you want to see her, get in touch. Travelling Foccers will be fed and watered before a long ride home, no charge.

I am planning this years Euro-trip, and as I bough everything I needed for last years trip, I am planning to treat myself to a bike specific sat-nav.


I have done the whole car nav in waterproof holder and smart phone via bluetooth headset thing. It is a pain in the arse. The sun makes the screen hard to see. The touch screen does not work with gloves. The routes are not "biker friendly". They are not really waterproof as condensation covers the inside of the screen every morning. I am on holiday and am NOT INTERESTED IN DOING THAT ANY MORE.


I am interested in the opinions of you guys who own one, other or have had both at some point. Good points and bad points.


I have read a bunch or reviews and it seems that they both have pro's and cons. Really, I would like to have one for a week and then the other so I can try em out. But that is not how it works. So I am hoping some of you knowledgeable foccers are willing to share your wisdom.

I am off on my annual solo bike tour next week. For a change I am heading to the Lake District. I usually head up to the highlands, but my bike could ride around there on its own, such is its experience of those roads  .  So I thought I would head "down souf" for a wee change.


I am looking for recommended roads and must do's from local experts. I am staying at Grange over Sands. I plan to batter down the motorway to somewhere like Penrith, then ride the rest through the countryside. Once I arrive at my accommodation I will dump my stuff and head out to play until it gets dark. I then have another 2 days to explore the area.


Any advice on roads, views, eateries and drinking holes most welcome  .


Thanks

I thought it might be a good idea to start a thread dedicated to the modifications we have done to our Fazers. Most of us, if not all, have done a mod or two during the ownership of our steeds. This might be a good place for us to have a look at what others have done and maybe get some ideas as to where we should spend that extra money we have, even if it’s only a few quid.
 
I suggest we break it down into sections so we can quickly refer to an area of particular interest to us, without having to read everything everyone has done, every time we come to the thread.
 
I did all of my upgrades and mods myself, with the exception of a few that were on the bike when I bought it. It doesn’t matter if you did the work, you had it done or it was on there when you bought it. All that matters is that it is NON STANDARD.
 
So, without further ado, I will get the ball rolling…
 
Engine
Repainted in black
K & N air filter
Carburettor balance
Iridium spark plugs
Leo Vince 4-1 full system, with carbon fibre silencer (w/o baffle & polished to the nines)
 
Wheels and tyres
White wheel rim tape
 
Final drive
1 tooth less front sprocket
1 tooth up rear sprocket
Gold x-ring DID chain


Suspension
FG Gubellini rear shock
15w fork oil
Jack-up dog bones
 
Brakes
Hel braided hoses
DOT 5.1 fluid
Rebuilt callipers
Polished rear calliper
 
Electrics
Alarm, immobiliser and remote starter kit
HiD headlamps (both lamps run full time)
LED bulbs all round
LED blue dash bulbs
12v aux socket
Digital gear change indicator


Aesthetics
Carbon fibre yolk cover
Carbon wrapped side covers
Carbon fibre tank protector
Carbon fibre fender extender
Aluminium racing exhaust hanger (pillion foot rests removed)
 
Upgrades
Ermax rear hugger
Crash bobbins
Billet aluminium racing bar ends
Long stem mirrors
 
Comfort & pleasure
Viper touring seat
Double bubble black screen
Heated grips
GPS/Phone mount
HD sports camera
Ventura luggage system
Scottoiler v system
Gold extra wide streefighter handlebars
Stomp grips
 


I have this feeling that as soon as I post this I will remember 4 things that I cannot think of right now. Anyway, let’s see what all you guys spend your hard earned on.

Hi Guys,


I was thinking of re-jetting the carburettors on my FZS 600. I have a full Leo Vince exhaust system and K & N filter, so the standard set up is not right. The bike also pops and spits on the overrun, which I love, but it means it is running lean and that can damage the engine, right?


I had a look at these kits - http://www.6sigmajetkit.com/yamaha-fzs-600-fazer-jet-kit.html & http://www.dynojet.co.uk/index.php/vehicle-info?make=YAMAHA&model=FZS600+FAZER&year=2000&Go=Go


Not sure which to go for, if any?


I guess I am just board of the freezing winter nights and need something to do. My internet search history is getting crazy. I spent about 3 hours last night reading about dogs... I don't even own a dog and have no plans on getting one. Although a Burnese Mountain Dog seems like a great pet, if anyone is interested 


Anyway, any of you guys done this job? Is it worthwhile? And which kit would you go for?


Cheers

My mate just did a load of work my car for me. Fitted tyres. Service. Software update. Fitted pads and discs and even machined the front discs because the wrong ones were supplied.
 
Now we have been mates for nearly 20 years and he will not take money, so I always buy hime something.
 
He rides a SV650. I was going to get him a rear spring from Hyperpro or a set of braided lines and 25mm dog bones. The 2 things he complains about are braking and suspention. He has changed the front springs to Hyperpro progressive numbers, so that would match up with the rear. But, when we were at the Nurburgring last year he said about the spongyness of the brakes... So lines and dog bones would address both issues.
 
Ideas. And if anyone has or has had an SV650, please share your thoughts.
 
And no, I am not getting him a Fazer (although I have made the suggestion  )

Hi Again Guys,


Quick question. I have found a great deal on some hoops for my car, and given money was a consideration on this purchase, I have to ask your collective opinion. My rims are 225, and the manufacturer recommendation is 225/45/17 91Y. I have found a set of 4 tyres that I want at a great price, but they are 215/45/17 91W. I know it is only 10mm a difference, and its not as if I drive to the limit of the car, or even close, so the Y/W wont make any difference. So am I safe to fit these? It is the last set in stock according to the website, so I sort of need to act on it, and want them to be here for Saturday as my mate is going to fit them for me. I would ask him this question, but he turns his phone off on a Sunday. I appreciate your feedback foccers

Hi Guys,


I have 6 pairs of surplus headphones for sale. I bought them as a drop-ship order to give as gifts to friends and colleagues at Christmas. The package arrived from Europe and it says on the box they are made in Japan, so I think they are genuine, although I could not be 100% certain. They are brand new in box and they are £30 delivered to UK mainland, which is what I paid for them. I have a pair as my spare ones in the studio[size=78%] [/size][/size](I use Sennheiser HD25-1 II as my full time cans)[size=78%][/size] and have given a couple of pairs to my mate who is still an active nightclub DJ. They sound good and feel quite nice. Certainly better than other headphones at this price. [size=78%]

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We all get them. A jumper that's too big (or too small in my case). A CD you already have. Aftershave designed for someone your sons age. Jeans with vajazzle stitching. You get the idea. Well this year, instead of putting it on eBay/Gumtree or the for sale and wanted section, why not do what I'm doing and put it all in a a box and donate it to a charity of your choosing. I'm sure you could live without the few quid it brings in, it will cost you nothing and someone less fortunate than yourself will benefit from it. You might even get a nice feeling on the inside.


I'm not trying to preach here, its just an idea I had and though I would share it with you Foccers.


Happy new year and all the best for 2014

9Hi All,


I recently did the clutch and some other bits on my bike and bought some extra parts that I no longer need.


Prices include UK mainland delivery


HBC Heavy Duty Springs - NEW - £12


Yamaha Springs - USED/GOOD CONDITION - £10


Yamaha Clutch Bolts - USED/GOOD CONDITION - £5


Yamaha Clutch Cable - USED/GOOD CONDITION - £8


Air Box - USED/GOOD CONDITION - £17




There might be some other bits in the Garage. I will update once I have had a look.


Thanks

Hi Guys,


A word of festive warning...


I ordered some stuff online last Sunday, which totalled £177 including the £8 I paid for 48 hour delivery. My stiff has still not arrived and I just called the merchant to see what the problem is. They told me that Paypal have not released the funds and emailed them to say that they should NOT send the stuff until they have full payment, which will be the 18th.


Now I paid at the time of order and the full amount came out my account on the 11th, so Paypal have decided to keep my money for 10 without my consent. There is also a good chance my stuff will arrive late for Christmas despite it being ordered with 17 days to spare.


Just a warning for all you last minute shoppers.