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  1. txjames

    Levers

    I searched and did not find... Is there a particular compatibility of levers for our bike, say an FZ1 or R6 or off the wall other bike? I don't want eBay/china levers. Thinking about the speed metal foldable / adjustable (which are probably made in china too lol) from Cyclegear (bogo...
  2. txjames

    Central Texas FZ6R's

    Anyone Leakey to La Grange; Georgetown to San Antonio or points nearby? I know of 2 FZ6R riders (me and HillCountryRider). Who else rides these parts on a regular basis?
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    Speedmetal HID LIght Kit

    Got my cycle gear catalog and page 28 has a nifty looking HID kit that is supposed to be plug and play about as easy as changing the stock H4 bulb with the HID bulb and wiring in (crimp, not cut) an adapter. What really seems to be cool is the price - $54.99 (50% off). Any thoughts before...
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    Headed to the track!

    Can't wait for my first track day, Texas World Speedway Sept 1. (of course, there's a bit of prep work the bike will need)
  5. txjames

    FZ6R Trailer

    This is almost no effort and it would be much better with more camera angles, but I did have fun slapping this together in iMovie: Another great ride Yamaha FZ6R - YouTube Hope you enjoy and are inspired to get out on the next nice day. Be Safe!
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    Rider Killed 3/2/2012

    Motorcyclist dies in car-bike crash | KXAN.com An R6 rear ended a Nissan Cube at high speed when the Cube pulled out into the motorcycles path. We are invisible. Never assume others will yield to you. Assume they will pull out in front of you and slam on their brakes. Remember 2/4/12.
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    Safe Riding - You are invisible!

    There doesn't have to be an 18 wheeler blocking the view of a driver who can't see you, but in this video, that's exactly what happened. This was by no means a close call, however if I hadn't anticipated that something like this would happen, it could have been or worse. I continued slowing...
  8. txjames

    Case Saver

    I came across this: Way to end a day. - Ducati.ms - The Ultimate Ducati Forum Anyone install a case saver on our bike? It's basically a shield to absorb/deflect the impact of the chain on the engine in the event of chain breakage.
  9. txjames

    Mirrors w/ integrated signals

    I love these integrated mirror/front signals. Wonder if I could find something like this for our bike. Seen anything?
  10. txjames

    What would you have done?

    I was out for a ride, which is one of my last for probably a month or possibly more with my back surgery this week. We all have close-calls on a motorcycle. This one today was one that might have been even worse in a cage (less room to maneuver). Faced with this situation, how would you...
  11. txjames

    I love my FZ6R because...

    It looks awesome, has great smooth power, and is comfortable and sporty at the same time.
  12. txjames

    Riding after back surgery

    A few months ago, I fell off a ladder and landed on my back from about 10 feet. I wasn't being careless, the tree pushed me. I was a little sore but didn't feel injured. Then, while coaching softball, I was bending to field a slow roller, and my back popped so loud people in the stands hurt...
  13. txjames

    Choosing a bike other than a 250cc for a first bike

    Hitler Wants A Gixxer (For A First Bike) - YouTube "Everyone who wears more than flip-flops and a tee and shorts to ride, leave the room now!" lol
  14. txjames

    What do you do with your gear?

    This might be a silly question, but I'm hoping the years of practice from you guys will give me an idea. This is really for the ATGATT guys. I'm with you. I like my skin where it is, and don't feel the need to decorate the pavement with it. Besides... it's COLD out there! With that...
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    Bad cage! Go back to your crate!

    On my way to church tonight, this cager: decides to accelerate from 45 in a 55 where I had been following at a 3 second spacing (because he/she kept riding the brake) to 70+ as I'm passing, with a Ford 350 coming head-on. I easily passed, and as soon as I was back in my lane, the...
  16. txjames

    Whew! Close encounters of the speeding ticket kind!

    Whew! Video removed. Sorry... next topic.
  17. txjames

    Is this a good deal on Two Brothers Carbon Fiber Full

    Amazon.com: Two Brothers Racing M-2 V.A.L.E. Full System - Carbon Fiber 005-2570107V: Automotive ($822 on sale) What else would I NEED? I'm not looking to change performance, just looking to be heard. The stock "hybrid" sounding exhaust is so quiet I can hear the road noise and whistle...
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    Txjames FZ6R video with ContourGPS

    Yamaha FZ6R and R1 Hill Country Riding - YouTube You can see on the next acceleration after the 11:20 minute mark that the tips you guys gave me in this post: http://www.600cc.org/forum/f87/shifting-issues-23956/ have really made a difference.
  19. txjames

    Great deal on a Shoei Helmet!

    Cyclegear is running the RF1100 for $225 off at $299.99. In addition, you can use a promo code I found on the web CGHLDZ20 (and it worked for me) making it $279.99. That is a great price on a Shoei! It is only the RF-1100 Monolith, blue or black. Here's the link: RF-1100 Monolith Full-Face...
  20. txjames

    Shifting Issues

    I'm having some shifting difficulties I did not experience on my first few rides on my new 2012 FZ6R. What seems to be happening is: 1) Starting on steep hill in first gear on my last ride, the bike stalled. No big deal; I know I'm not the first or the last to fail to give enough throttle...

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