Like hens teeth apparently, but my 600 Boxeye has failed it’s MOT due to leaking fuel tank.
Anyone have a Tank to sell. 1999 metallic red would be fantastic, but any colour would be fine.
Thanks.

Hi folks, just bought a (fairly cheap) 2000 Fazer 600 with 19,000 miles on. It sounds like the cam chain has a rattle. The oil level is correct and I just took the tensioner out and there is lots of clicks left on it so am I right in thinking the chain is not worn? I put the housing back on and torqued it up then put the ball bearing, double spring and the other ball bearing in then the cap and torqued. Carbs back on and the noise is still there. Any suggestions, I can’t imagine the cam chain is nackered after 19,000 miles. Are there any tricks or tips to get the tensioner to come out a bit more? I tried the rear wheel in gear backwards but this didn’t help either. I’m stumped at the mo. Noise eventually goes after a few miles once fully warmed up.  :'(

Generous, romantic chap that I am, took the wife out for lunch today, to CMC motorcycles Clay Cross (had to pick up a part). Conversation went:


"Are you looking at the bikes while you're here?"
"Nope, cant afford another one"
"If you want another, then just get one, you're 71 next month and you cant take it with you".


I almost choked on the bacon cob.

Hiya fellas,


Thought it might be worth punting this thread up due to the time of year. New members/new riders etc......might help.


Link      https://foc-u.co.uk/index.php?topic=21527.100

Morning ladies and gentlemen, and thank you for the warm welcome to this helpful place.


I’m Sam,


Bought a 2000 FZS 600 with 6k miles that has been stood for 9 years (£560) so seemed a bargain. Was sold as a none runner but luckily found it to the the older Datatool alarm system so I bypassed it and she fired up after a whiff in the air box. Now I know she will start (fingers crossed)Carbs are off (that was fun ?? and cleaned) I’ve renewed all filters,plugs,fuel,etc and now looking at the engine as it has flaking paint to the top end block ((bottom like new)


Can these be sprayed in situs? I will take the lump out if needs but was hoping not to, also the fork seals are in good condition but the dust covers definitely not… any advise as I’ve ordered done covers and hoping it’s an east job lol

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[Edited to fix the tiny font problem: GrahamM - Moderator] Thanks GrahamM

Rear light for FZS600 Fazer converted to LED.  Just plug in using the factory loom. £20

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I don't seem to have any wear indicators on my front brake pads.....unless I've gone past them!


Thought I'd have a centre groove or upturned corner....according to manual?


Do they need changing yet?

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Noticed while checking the valve clearances, that the timing chain doesn't look to be sitting in the root of the sprockets/gears. It look the same where it passes over all of the sprockets/gears. Ordinarily, I would expect not to be able to see daylight between the bottom of the chain and the teeth but I'm no expert, so can anyone tell if this is how it normally sits?

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