Kia ora Foccers young and auld, I hope you and yours are going foccin’ splendidly in these “interesting” times we all find ourselves in.


Alas it seems that it’s not only Suzuki that are looking to withdraw from the status quo of the motorcycle world this year, we here at Foc-U are contemplating the same.


It’s no secret that Bob and I have been struggling to find the time that our beloved forum needs recently.
I say Bob and I, but in reality it’s Bob that has been running things for at least two years, if not more, as aside from footing the bill for 8 years, I just haven’t been in the personal space to give time to Foc-U at all.
Thankfully Bob has been willing to cover not only the costs for this year, but also the day to day running of the forum, so we ALL need to acknowledge this and owe him thanks ( and a pint or five when you see him next) for doing so.


Around December I posted on the forum that we were looking for admins and was desperately disappointed at the lack of responses from Foccers willing to take on the mantle of Admin/Mods.
I’m unsure if it’s Pandemic, social media or apathy reasons, but I’ve seen more interest in bunking with Heath, Ginge and I at the Spring Meet than I saw in that post.


As much as it pains me to admit, the offers to buy out the Forum from folks looking to cash in on the historical success and member base is starting to make more and more sense to both myself and Bob.


This post is really a last ditch effort to see if any of you magnificent Foccers are willing to take on the challenge of bringing Foc-U into the 2020s with an integrated forum and social media base through time, enthusiasm, expertise and perhaps a little coin, or whether I should face up to the fact that the Halcyon days of the board have long since past and look at getting out whilst the getting is good.


So…


This is the last call for any interested parties to step forward and take on the role of Admins from Bob & I to move Foc-U into the ‘20s before we, reluctantly, look at selling the domain rights and historical archives of posts to the interested commercial parties.


I hope some of you, like me, don’t want to see the auld girl tarted up with adverts and banners and are willing to take us on our journey for the next decade as I (kinda) have since moving from Yuku to this iteration, but if not please don’t complain down the line when you need to log in with your card details handy…


Take care, stay safe and I hope you all keep it shiny side up.
Love ’n hugs,
Aegis

Hi Folks.

New to the group so hope i posted this in the correct place.

I have a Fazer 600 Year 2000. Just had the downpipes changed because the noise the engine was making sounded like the exhaust blowing. 1 of the studs had broke so when the engine warmed up i thought that was expanding and causing the blowing noise.

Changed oil and filters also.

Did a trip to work and back yesterday (Aprox. 15 mile round trip) and when i got it home it sounded like exhaust blowing again. The noise gets worse the longer the engine been running.

Any idea's of what to look at next would be greatfully recieved.

Thanks in advance

Hi allWas thinking of upgrading my exhaust as I don't want to take it off the road while I fix the dreaded siezed exup butterfly valve screws, black widow seem very cheap compared to brands such as akropovic and scorpion.


My question is are they any good? I'd be interested to hear of anyones experience with black widow
Thanks ?

Afternoon Gents, 


I have had low beam on both bulbs go, and I'm looking for replacement bulbs recommendations. I remember reading somewhere that the wiring has some limitations, so looking for the best bulbs I can get without overloading the wiring loom.


Cheers,
Mark

Hi Guys,


joined this group again as after selling my 2004 FZ6 Fazer a few years ago I miss it so much I want another one! 
and this is best Fazer group on the internet!  :thumbup

Selling an OEM fuel filter for an '01 Fazer 1000. Brand new and in the box.

Feel free to shoot me an offer on eBay
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/284816094662
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Red fzs600 60,000 miles. 2003 fox eye model. You don't need me to tell you the legendary-ness of this model  . Used as a commuter to work. 5+ owners with part service history. Kept in good condition since having her. Selling to buy her younger brother, fz6 so need the money for a deposit.

Has fair wear and tear for the age of the bike.


New Road 5 tyre less than 1000 miles, pads changed last year, serviced by me. Dark tint front screen fitted. Denali Sound Bomb retro fitted to replace standard horn (bring earplugs...).

£1300.


Better Pictures available on request, apparently the the ones I have are too large to post?  :groan


Bike is in Crawley, West Sussex.

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Hi has anyone ever replaced the chain for the oil pump/water pump as mine is rattling bad.

I am a big fan of the CTEK battery chargers and conditioners and use them on my RX8s. The 231hp model particularly dislikes its battery going flat and as I have only one on the road at a time it makes sense to keep the other one on charge. The CTEK 'Comfort Cable' is a doddle to use and very convenient.


I stuck one on the FZ6 and reconditioned the battery and keep it on charge until that wonderful day when I pass the Mod 2 arrives. There are now three items attached to the terminals and so I have ordered longer terminal bolts but want a USB port as well. So, with a bit of cutting, soldering and heat shrinking I've combined these two items to create a bespoke USB charger that simply plugs into the CTEK Comfort plug.

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Have aan fzs600 but will soon be chopping it in, in favour for the newer fz6 s2 in a month or so!!