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Fork oil 15w - MC680x0 - 27-08-14
Going to replace stock 5w with 15w in the forks... Found some guides
DIY How to Replace Motorcycle Fork Oil Yamaha FZ6…: http://youtu.be/zll8jjdi9XA
How to change fork seals in traditional (right wa…: http://youtu.be/0TCYIEcDcts
And a link on focuk that doesn't have the pics
Looking for some ideas tips but the above either miss out tips n hints, or the methods differ slightly, or the images are missing...
Tips like how to get the rod out, get right oil level, order of bolt removal....
Does anyone have a link to a 101 for a fzs
Rather bemusing... For fork oil change, The Haynes manual says refer to chapter 1, chapter 1 says refer to chapter 6. But I guess you just miss out some (unknown) steps although I have had bad experiences with Haynes as the odd thing gets left out or wrong order
Oh,and what will 15w give me over 5w. My commute is through B roads and country lanes, if that matters. My firms don't bottom out and roads are very uneven and potty and scarred tarmac, so, should I sick with 5w. The fork oil hasn't been changed in 17k according to previous owner
Cheers
Re: Fork oil 15w - darrsi - 27-08-14
Normal oil is 10w.
15w will firm up the front end and in my opinion makes it feel much more stable and predictable.
You will feel the bumps a little bit more though, so if you reckon you'll be using dodgy roads then maybe standard the 10w oil will be better for you.
To be honest i reckons it's a personal thing, although if you are a lightweight rider then stick with the 10w, but if you are a heavier rider or take luggage or passengers on a regular basis then i'd suggest 15w is the way to go.
NOTE: Your bike is an FZS600, not an FZ6.
Re: Fork oil 15w - MC680x0 - 27-08-14
(27-08-14, 06:25 PM)darrsi link Wrote:Normal oil is 10w.
15w will firm up the front end and in my opinion makes it feel much more stable and predictable.
You will feel the bumps a little bit more though, so if you reckon you'll be using dodgy roads then maybe standard the 10w oil will be better for you.
To be honest i reckons it's a personal thing, although if you are a lightweight rider then stick with the 10w, but if you are a heavier rider or take luggage or passengers on a regular basis then i'd suggest 15w is the way to go.
OK mate. I'll stick with 10. I thank you
Re: Fork oil 15w - darrsi - 27-08-14
(27-08-14, 06:27 PM)MC680x0 link Wrote:[quote author=darrsi link=topic=14499.msg164113#msg164113 date=1409160342][/quote]
Normal oil is 10w.
15w will firm up the front end and in my opinion makes it feel much more stable and predictable.
You will feel the bumps a little bit more though, so if you reckon you'll be using dodgy roads then maybe standard the 10w oil will be better for you.
To be honest i reckons it's a personal thing, although if you are a lightweight rider then stick with the 10w, but if you are a heavier rider or take luggage or passengers on a regular basis then i'd suggest 15w is the way to go.
OK mate. I'll stick with 10. I thank you
Check my added note above.
Re: Fork oil 15w - MC680x0 - 27-08-14
I know. But I could not find a vid on fzs.
I have changed fork oil before on other bikes but not this one and wondered if there are any gotchas. I guess not but just checking
Re: Fork oil 15w - darrsi - 27-08-14
I was referring more to the fact that the FZ6 uses different oil, so don't presume things are the same between bikes.
Re: Fork oil 15w - MC680x0 - 27-08-14
(27-08-14, 08:10 PM)darrsi link Wrote:I was referring more to the fact that the FZ6 uses different oil, so don't presume things are the same between bikes.absolutely you are right. Cheers. Mine is a fzs , so we're on the same page mate. Thanks