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    Tire Wear

    Thanks guys for the help. I really wanted to but I was in such a hurry to get my tire changed I did not get to check on that PSI for the rear. Although, touching it to the hand felt okay if that is any indication. What I mean is that the sidewalls felt stiff and when kicking the tire it...
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    Tire Wear

    It's a '13 and it was spotless and clean inside the showroom with about 7-8 other 6r's. I just got that shinko podium yesterday and took it for a spirited ride last night. I was not expecting it to perform with the Dunlops because Dunlop is a good name. But to my surprise I instantly noticed...
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    Tire Wear

    Well, got it replaced with a shinko. I'll keep my eye on the psi and see how this one does. It's a 160/60/17 as well but damn it looks skinnier than the Dunlop. Idk. Tire was $119 and it took them forever (it seemed) to replace that tire and was charged a total of $200. I was expecting like...
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    Tire Wear

    But still 2,300 miles and it's showing the belt. Man that seems quick
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    Tire Wear

    Hahaha. I agree. I drive in the rain all the time and was surprised at how well they were gripping. SixRfixR: I'm gonna check my psi in about an hour. Burt-Aus: you are correct. I'm a newly wed and don't wanna leave her widowed already. Decided that the only place I'm taking this bike is to...
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    Tire Wear

    This CANT be normal!!! Hey guys, new to the forum but have been reading for a while. Have 2,300 miles on my new (ish) FZ6r and my back tire is beat. I have never peeled out/burnt tire, never a "track day" and rarely ever skid the rear tire. I do go through the gears a lil hard but nothing...
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    Marthy's Airbox mod

    Hello, new guy here with a white/red 13' 6r. I've been reading a ton on here (b4 membership) and want to thank you guys for all the good info. I completed the standard airbox mod by placing holes in the bottom. I do not have a power commander or an aftermarket exhaust yet I am just running...

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