6 hours ago
Good morning, new member here.
I’m in Essex not far from Stansted airport. Been riding since the 80’s and have owned and ridden all sorts of bikes. I’ve recently bought a 2004 FZS1000 with 26k. The bike is standard (I think) apart from a Maxton fork conversion and rear spring. The bike’s been cared for and has good service history. There was no evidence of a fork service so I’ve had them apart, changed the seals and bushes, and dealt with the seized adjusters. The front end feels pretty good now. I’ll likely get the rear shock serviced over the winter. Aside from that I’ve just balanced the carbs and serviced the exup valve, haven’t even cleaned it in the two months I’ve owned it!
Not sure about future plans. Thinking about an Ivan’s kit. There is a slight lean surge but it’s not huge, definitely feels like it needs more fuel at the bottom though. All in all I’m pretty happy with it.
Looking forward to reading and learning from fellow owners.
Cheers, Jez
I’m in Essex not far from Stansted airport. Been riding since the 80’s and have owned and ridden all sorts of bikes. I’ve recently bought a 2004 FZS1000 with 26k. The bike is standard (I think) apart from a Maxton fork conversion and rear spring. The bike’s been cared for and has good service history. There was no evidence of a fork service so I’ve had them apart, changed the seals and bushes, and dealt with the seized adjusters. The front end feels pretty good now. I’ll likely get the rear shock serviced over the winter. Aside from that I’ve just balanced the carbs and serviced the exup valve, haven’t even cleaned it in the two months I’ve owned it!
Not sure about future plans. Thinking about an Ivan’s kit. There is a slight lean surge but it’s not huge, definitely feels like it needs more fuel at the bottom though. All in all I’m pretty happy with it.
Looking forward to reading and learning from fellow owners.
Cheers, Jez
