FZ6R seat compatible for XJ6F.. ?


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Chris K.

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So, I'm trying to find out if the FZ6R seat actually fits our European XJ6 Diversion F model. :confused:
I really dont like the original XJ6 seat, its just wayy too "touring" for my taste so either I'll have a custom FZ6R-like made or just pick an original FZ6R if it fits. Buying one than having a custom made for me I think its also cheaper.

Thanks in advance!
 
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Jaralaccs

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I don't know think it bolts right on, you might have to buy what's underneath but I've seen many xj6's with the 2-seat fz6r seats
 
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adam_fozz

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Somebody else from the UK was on here trying to achieve this. He posted a thread somewhere???

Anyway, it can be done as the frame has spaces for the lock in two places one for UK and one for USA model. However this guy was having trouble as there is an extra plate needed under the drivers seat which is part of the moulded plastic on the UK seat.

Just a thought.
Adam
 
purehektik

purehektik

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adam_fozz said:
Somebody else from the UK was on here trying to achieve this. He posted a thread somewhere???

Anyway, it can be done as the frame has spaces for the lock in two places one for UK and one for USA model. However this guy was having trouble as there is an extra plate needed under the drivers seat which is part of the moulded plastic on the UK seat.

Just a thought.
Adam
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I think that was me ;) but i am from germany ;)

I got someone to try the driverseat without the plate underneath and he was kind enough to tell, that without the plate the seat will not fit properly. Here is the thread:
http://www.600cc.org/forum/f13/driverseat-without-black-plastic-part-underneath-21681/
 
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purehektik

purehektik

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krackerx7 said:
Here's some more info for every one, I bought the seat(yamaha gel seat) and rear cowl cover(twigg cycles) from ebay usa

ImageShack® - Online Photo and Video Hosting (picture of my seat and rear cowl)
http://img829.imageshack.us/img829/2426/p1030217k.jpg
http://img16.imageshack.us/img16/4233/p10302161.jpg
http://img820.imageshack.us/img820/6299/p1030215v.jpg


Any questions just ask
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Yeah, one question:

You attached the driverseat without a plate underneath?

And: Look at this thread http://www.600cc.org/forum/f88/need-measurement-holder-under-passengerseat-21785/ I think, it will help you out ;)
 
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krackerx7

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Here's a picture of what I have under the seat, the bracket I think you guys are talking about came with the seat(yamaha oem gel seat)




 
purehektik

purehektik

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So, I got my FZ6R seats today and mounted them on my xj6...

Fits nearly perfect in the lower position, not so good in the higher position... The black plastic plate isnt needed as much as I thought before...

BUT, new problem :D

There is a GAP between the two seats, like around 10mm wide. Its possible to see up to 4 screws and the battery...



I saw in a youtube-vid, that there is another round/curved black part (to protect from the rain, I think)...

You guys with FZ6Rs, what is under your seats, that protects the inner of your bikes? Pls pics :D
 
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purehektik

purehektik

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krackerx7 said:
Here's a picture of what I have under the seat, the bracket I think you guys are talking about came with the seat(yamaha oem gel seat)




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In my opinion you have to install the handlebar back on your bike.

It looks awful how far the backlight looks out of the rearend. +the little gaps for the handlebar... install it back ;)
 
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See red

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LOL!! so..... I want a more touring type seat. You still have yours? I would like to see how to convert to the eoro version, I think it looks more comfy. Let me know if you think you wanna sell it or trade for my front and back seats lol!
 
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Sander Koop

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krackerx7 said:
Here's a picture of what I have under the seat, the bracket I think you guys are talking about came with the seat(yamaha oem gel seat)




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Just to recap; all you did was order the gel seat & seat cowl, and it all fits? No need for any additional bits?

If so, my mouse is hovering over a "buy It Now" button... :D
 
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Sander Koop

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See red said:
LOL!! so..... I want a more touring type seat. You still have yours? I would like to see how to convert to the eoro version, I think it looks more comfy. Let me know if you think you wanna sell it or trade for my front and back seats lol!
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See, if I knew for SURE it was a straight swap, you'd have a deal! I'd swap you my XJ6 seat for your FZ6R ones! :D
 
Bert-Aus

Bert-Aus

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BoneJj

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well, here is a question, would I be able to take the "touring seat" from the xj6 and put it on the FZ6R? is it more comfortable for longer rides than the stock FZ6R....?
 

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Sander Koop

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Bert-Aus said:
I did the same seat exchange (big thanx to Russ in SF) but yep noticed the same issue, there is a slight gap between the two seats see link below
Yamaha FZ6R Forums - International FZ6R / XJ6 Motorcycle Community Forum - Bert-Aus's Album: Mods in the heat

I am planning to fashion a rubber weather shield to place in there, as the FZ6R has one but it is not listed on any parts pages anywhere(?)

Anyhow i love the new seat -sits higher, and improve looks of the bike too
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Bert, looking at your pics - that seat base, is that the FZ6R one or the XJ6? I have an XJ6N, with the stock one piece seat, and I don't have that seat base? THIS picture shows it best...
 
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