First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600

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Re: First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600 - darrsi - 13-04-15

I've taken passengers on the back in all shapes and sizes, never had any problems though.
The front mudguard extender is a great add on for little money, it dramatically cuts down the shite aimed at your downpipes, especially if you ride during the cold season when there's plenty of salt about.
Depending on where the bike's been stored the brakes may well need a service, the calipers can seize up if not used often or maintained, and they work much much better when functioning correctly and freely.
Over time you can learn how to clean up the brakes yourself, it can be time consuming but once done the results are very satisfying and the more times you service them the easier it will become.
These brakes are VERY good when working right, so don't go grabbing a handful in a panic.
Same again, depending where it's been stored i'd check the chain for any tight spots, and maybe give it a good scrub up and lube.
Put the bike on the centre stand and look at the lower part of the chain and see if there's any links that aren't totally horizontal.
Even if you can't quite spot them a seized chain link will give a knocking feeling on the left foot peg.
It's probably okay, but worth noting.
Other than than, good luck with the test, and take things easy to begin with.
If you can't find what you need to know using the search box, just ask. :thumbup

Re: First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600 - His Dudeness - 13-04-15

You could sand and polish the edge of the fins with some wet and dry paper if you want them to be silver again. No need to repaint anything

Re: First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600 - Kepha - 13-04-15

(12-04-15, 11:38 PM)unfazed link Wrote: It's going to be the longest 2 weeks of your life :lol :lol

Indeed it will be! I hope the 3 days I spend doing my DAS will tide my over learning to ride the bigger bike, I think the few days after I pass before I can collect the bike are going to be the worst.

(12-04-15, 11:46 PM)Frosties link Wrote: No you are right that the braided hoses are an improvement.

Thanks for clarifying! I will keep it in mind then. I wont be making any mods for a few weeks or more until I am used to the bike as it is anyway (plus I need to allow my funds to recover, this month has been an expensive one!)

Thanks to everyone else for your comments and replies to my questions. I look forward to learning more about my bike and contributing to the community in my own way.

Re: First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600 - Kepha - 13-04-15

Hey guys, just out of curiosity. I saw there was a differences by year thread showing that the 2001 model had a "Carbon-effect clock surround"
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The supposed 2001 model I am buying has gold clocks. Do you think this means the clocks have been replaced or was there a 2001 model with gold clocks?

I am just trying to work out the history of the bike and how many miles its possibly done.

Thanks

Re: First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600 - sinto607276 - 13-04-15

Actual gold clocks or is it a surround to make it look gold? Unless you physically have the bike in front of you, it is very hard to determine what other owners have done to it, so your just guessing and putting 2 + 2 will equal 5 in that case :rollin

Re: First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600 - Kepha - 13-04-15

(13-04-15, 08:19 PM)sinto607276 link Wrote: Actual gold clocks or is it a surround to make it look gold? Unless you physically have the bike in front of you, it is very hard to determine what other owners have done to it, so your just guessing and putting 2 + 2 will equal 5 in that case :rollin

Hey, yea I'm just jumping the gun because the bike is in storage 200 miles away until I pass my test and collect it. Its a gold surround on the right clock on the the dash like this:
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Thanks

Re: First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600 - unfazed - 13-04-15

All the 98 to 01 model had a gold surround the 02-03 have a carbon surround

If the clocks have 2 buttons it is 00-01. Pressing the larger of the 2 button scrolls through the mileage, trip meters and the clock, small button resets the trip or adjusts the clock

If they have 1 button it is 98-99

The 02-03 clocks have 2 buttons also but have the clock in the rev counter and will not fit the early 98 to 01 models easily

Re: First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600 - Kepha - 13-04-15

My bad, I guess I didnt look closely enough at the pic above Big Grin

this is a pic of my bikes clock and a video too.

https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=547910598684548&pnref=story

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I don't know why I am worrying about it, I have seen the bike and I know its in good condition. I should consider myself lucky I have nothing better to worry about.

Thanks.

Re: First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600 - sinto607276 - 13-04-15

So nothing to worry about, clocks seem fine.
I just have a plain gold surround, no tuning forks on mine, but I don't mind that, just another thing to take my eye away when looking at the clock area, I'm actually thinking of taking off or covering the gold on my clocks with black, (not a fan of carbon or carbon look) as it's a fair distraction in my view, don't know what others think though.

Re: First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600 - Frosties - 13-04-15

(13-04-15, 09:17 PM)Kepha link Wrote: I don't know why I am worrying about it, I have seen the bike and I know its in good condition. I should consider myself lucky I have nothing better to worry about.

Re: First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600 - sinto607276 - 14-04-15

(13-04-15, 11:37 PM)Frosties link Wrote: So stop being a worrier and become a warrior you big tart :lol :lol

+1
:rollin :rollin :rollin

Re: First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600 - Kepha - 14-04-15

(13-04-15, 11:37 PM)Frosties link Wrote: [quote author=Kepha link=topic=16579.msg191250#msg191250 date=1428956225]

I don't know why I am worrying about it, I have seen the bike and I know its in good condition. I should consider myself lucky I have nothing better to worry about.

Mate, you wil soon be the owner of a cracking bike.......the best first big bike ever produced - the mighty Fazer FZS600, the perfect all rounder!

So stop being a worrier and become a warrior you big tart :lol :lol
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Haha, thanks. Yea I am overwhelmingly excited. Really it will just be nice to go out on longer trips with a bit more leg room than my 125 provides :lol

I was looking at newer bikes with a higher budget because I like the sparkly new feel and was pleased when I found the fazer with such low miles at a good price.

Il be reading the forums getting gradually more excited for the next week or two until I can finally ride her home.

Re: First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600 - Andy FZS - 14-04-15

I'm glad you're excited about getting a new bike but just go careful until you get familiar with it.

Re: First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600 - darrsi - 14-04-15

(14-04-15, 08:01 AM)Andy FZS link Wrote: I'm glad you're excited about getting a new bike but just go careful until you get familiar with it.

Good advice, it can still catch you out if you're not paying full attention.

Re: First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600 - Kepha - 14-04-15

(14-04-15, 08:01 AM)Andy FZS link Wrote: I'm glad you're excited about getting a new bike but just go careful until you get familiar with it.

(14-04-15, 11:04 AM)darrsi link Wrote: [size=78%]Good advice, it can still catch you out if you're not paying full attention.[/size]

Thanks for the advice guys, don't worry I will be careful! I will take her steady. I want to say I am pretty sensible on the road...

I'm pretty confident on the 125 but its a lot smaller and a lot lighter. I am actually pretty nervous anticipating the difference between what I am used to and a 600cc bike.

Re: First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600 - Frosties - 14-04-15

(14-04-15, 11:41 AM)Kepha link Wrote: I am actually pretty nervous anticipating..............

:groan

Right then fella, enough's enough. Name and address please so me & Sinto can pop round and give you an almighty slap :lol

You'll be fine, like anything new - treat it with confidence and respect = no problem. :thumbup

Worrier or warrior :pokefun

Re: First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600 - Kepha - 14-04-15

(14-04-15, 12:19 PM)Frosties link Wrote: [quote author=Kepha link=topic=16579.msg191304#msg191304 date=1429008112]
I am actually pretty nervous anticipating..............

I was just trying to reassure that I was going to be sensible and no kill myself on my first big bike.

I'l save that for when my dad retires and leaves me his Fireblade. Wink

Re: First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600 - Yamazer-92 - 14-04-15

I bought mine when I was 19 and had it restricted for a year. Was awesome especially coming from a restricted GS500. I've done loads to mine, looks very different and has grown and upgraded with me along with my riding I would like to think. I would strongly recommend a bike safe course if it's your first big bike, they're pretty cheap and just keeps you that bit more aware of the dangers of the road and what having a powerful bike can mean. Police riders were really helpful and totally sound as well which has made me respect them a lot more.

Mostly though you will be having an awesome time I'm sure and they are truly excellent bikes. I must admit I'm always lusting after all kinds of weird stuff, currently my urge is a TL1000r but every time I go out I just think "I chose wisely, excellent bike". I did try and sell it once and am quite glad I was unsuccessful, for my budget I don't think I could have a better all round machine. I have a lot of good memories on this bike; first bike I ground pegs with, first bike I toured on (not been abroad yet but maybe one day), first bike I've serviced and did fairly substantial mechanics on, first bike I did 100 (kph Wink

) on however my favourite memory is the day I whacked out the restrictors and gave it its first handful on a big straight in second. Literally was a WOWZAAAAA moment and still is now, I barely get the chance so it still makes me smile and never gets old. My Dad's SV headlight just slowly fading in my mirror and imagining the quiet "bollocks" mumbled in his helmet still makes me chuckle.

Re: First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600 - sinto607276 - 14-04-15

(14-04-15, 12:19 PM)Frosties link Wrote: :groan

Right then fella, enough's enough. Name and address please so me & Sinto can pop round and give you an almighty slap :lol

Worrier or warrior :pokefun

Oh this brings back memories of jumping from a 90cc upto my big 500! No fear though, jumped on it, took it round the block to get used to the size, then that was me, off grinning like a chesser cat, was out on it all day and no phones back in them days to say where I was or how I was, what a bollocking I got when I got home much later that day lol :rollin
But that said, you say your dad's got a fireblade? He's gonna be embarrassed if you don't get out there and show him.you can do it lol
Only advise I'll give you is... Take it easy at first, might be bigger and heavier than what your used to but you'll be surprised how quickly you get used to it, 600 fazers aren't like other 600's, I know as I've had a few, it's very easy to ride and will put a grin on your face as it's very flickable, but also very easy to cruise, a bit like what an escort/focus is in the car world.
After thought!!
GET OUT AND ENJOY IT :rollin

Re: First post, first big bike, 01 FZS600 - unfazed - 14-04-15

Go wash out your mouth with salt and get on you knees and pray for forgiveness, comparing the beloved Fazer 600 to an Escort or Focus :eek :eek :eek