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    2019 FZ6R ?? No More / Discontinued

    I was on here a bit ago...last year I upgraded my FZ6R to my FZ09... things is a torque monster but I LOVED my FZ6R!! it was perfect they way I had it and still have a soft spot for them. Looking at 2019 Yamaha line up I DONT See the FZ6R? Did Yamaha discontinue it?!?!?!?! I bought my...
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    FZ6R parts for sell/trade tail/drive sprockets, turn signals

    Hello all, Ive been gone for a while. I traded my FZ6R is for FZ09. I should kept it...I miss it!!!! anyways. I have the following parts Id like to sell/trade/ maybe pass on from my FZ6R days. All original parts I have two original front turn signals I have the orig 17t drive...
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    Anyone transport Bike via trailer hitch rack?????

    Has anyone ever had to trailer there bike and if so has anyone used the trailer hitch rack for transportation. I know they say they are built for the weight but I dont know about hanging that with my bike off my *** end??? I think im just going to add a trailer hitch to my car and haul bike...
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    exhaust mod = gas mileage drops like stone??

    I just filled her up so we will see but it seems to me since I did the exhaust mod/ cut off stock outlet and weld in 2 1/4 pipe my gas mileage has dropped like a stone!!!!! anyone else have this or know about it?? By opening exhaust does it allow for more burning or what? How many miles...
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    FINALLY DID exhaust MOD..LOVE IT

    I should done this a long time ago..much more throaty and a bit louder when driving as I wanted just so people knew I was there maybe....... Im super happy and not as bad as I hope.....broke 1 exhaust stud but I got it out thank goodness. I'll have to post a pic but all get the gist...
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    Verify Restrictor plates once and for all

    Ive heard alot of conflicting info. Once and for all. Do all Fz6r's have restrictor plates or ONLY the australian or (UK) models. way back when I first came here I heard only overseas bikes have them and use bikes done. now back a little bit and still seeing it talked about. Im just looking...
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    +1 in FRONT - ME LIKEY!! ALOT

    Did a bunch of stuff on the 6r with adding a fender eliminator and new signals and a back off brake light deal. BUT THE BEST thing I did in my Opinion was the +1 up front. That 17 is great!! Now my speedo is correct and with the taller gears first if MUCH better, for me atleast, now you can...
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    Change all bulbs to LED bulbs?

    Anyone consider or have changed all bulbs out in stock housings with LED bulbs to make more intense or brighter? I know MANY have ended up with LED by swaping out all the lights with all the mods from Flushies to the smaller ones with the FE kits and even the new brake and turn signal...
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    what does all think of the DS helmets?

    I didnt even know they came out with a Dual sport helmet! coming from the dirt to street..I miss a bit of a visor. BUT...I know the wind can wreak havoc too. But these new helmets supposedly arent too bad with that....... There is the Icon Variant which I love but 400 clams also AFX has...
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    WTB-Original FZ6R tail section.

    or rear fender..whatever you call it. Want an original fz6r tail section. Im sure they are out there as EVERYONE has added a fender eliminator..... want to help create my own FE. This way if i screw up........its no loss!! Plastic and metal. Thanks
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    Oil from Vent Tube

    I know I know Thats what its for but...... I seem to be burping a little bit here and there. On the east coast where its VERY HOT but just not sure if anyone else has seen/had this. Shes running fine and just changed the oil and still doing it. just a small about but still...Shes NEVER...
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    Finally New York has alert Notice

    I live south of Rochester NY in the "Finger lakes Region" and we get alot of bikers just cruisin around down here to the lakes and for scenery. On the way to drop my daughter off at a lake beach I saw it!!!!!! Lighted trailer sign.... Be Alert.... Be Aware...
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    Kudo's to FLORIDA !!

    I recently traveled to Florida for a conference and in doing a good amount of traveling in Orlando....I4/international drive and such. Saw a LOT of signs about watching for motorcycles. I know you Fl residents did say this and posted in... As an out of stater ( NY) It was NICE to see all that...
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    Seat Woes!

    Sorry but just started another thread. Been reading the others about custom seats and I have gotten ALOT of complaints from MY BUTT lately. I really want to retain the stock look though. So im thinking and looking around about those Gel inserts. Took off seat last night and there really is...
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    I have a bad case of Road Test Nerves!!

    Man.....Ive always been nervous for tests and Im totally fine and feel experienced but MAN..I still have nerves!! Test for NY and we do circles and fig 8 and I can do them fine on smaller roads so should be find on a city street but still nervous and over analyzing things! Anybody...
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    OVERpants? Who uses and what

    I now wear jeans or worse dress slacks going to work. Not the best so Im thinking of some overpants to wear. help in case of some light rain....water. What do you guys recommend/wear?? Thanks for advice and Im new to street riding... Trying to bulk up on safety gear and accessories. T
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    wiring a gear indicator

    Have an opportunity to pick up a gear indicator at a good price. Now we all know good price = WORK so..... I have the Service manual and trying to find where I would hook in wiring.... All I have to go by is the color coding for the wiring by "gear". Its not an accum DG8, it seems to be...
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    Stock Exhaust MODS?

    OK..now im stumped. when the forum first got its own section in the FZ6 forum I saw where people did some vids and posts about modding stock exhaust for a little more sound. Ive searched all over the damn place and cant find them anymore? I think I remember one guy drilling holes, I know...
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    Maybe I should change my mind on SOUND?!

    In general was not a big fan of "loud pipes saves lives" and all that. I also LIKED that our bikes are quiet and "stealthy" but....maybe A LITTLE sound is Good. and I mean a little. Not ear peircing v twin loud but..... Had a chance to FINALLY ride with someone else this year. My brother...
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    Transporting Bike when NOT riding it?

    OK.....Me and My FZ6R have come up with a way to still be together when on vacation with the family this upcoming summer and when we go to my inlaws about 2.5hrs away. This will allow me and my mystress to be together when my wife is yacking with her family!! Any rate I have a P/U truck (...

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