Yamaha FZ1 - Page 23

Rob.G · 10-08-2012, 08:00 AM

Augh! You killed it. Drat. BUT... your research and discovery was probably worth it.

I've been considering doing something similar on my FZ1 and my DR650 too. Now that you've done that, I may try something similar.

My FZ1 is down for a while anyway. Found a nail in my rear tire last night. And the rear tire is almost worn square, and down to the wear bars. And the front tire is down to the wear bars. So, it's time for tires. No money for tires at the moment, so it's parked and I'm riding my DR650 to work. Maybe in a couple weeks.

BTW what'd that piece of lexan cost you?

Rob

oldschoolsdime92 · 10-08-2012, 06:54 PM

the entire setup cost 15 and some change. The lexan was 1.58

Thanks for not being upset. I cracked the thing and i thought oh man, Robs gona be upset!

reenmachine · 10-30-2012, 08:56 AM

I'm about to buy a 1st gen FZ1 and I'm trying to see if I can adapt the Caribou cases from my GS to it, which would require Hepco-Becker racks. Browsing their catalog it looks like the 1st gen bike is listed as the FZS 1000 Fazer. Is this the same thing?

http://www.motomachines.com/Side-Car...05_p_2289.html

Rob.G · 10-30-2012, 08:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by reenmachine

I'm about to buy a 1st gen FZ1 and I'm trying to see if I can adapt the Caribou cases from my GS to it, which would require Hepco-Becker racks. Browsing their catalog it looks like the 1st gen bike is listed as the FZS 1000 Fazer. Is this the same thing?

http://www.motomachines.com/Side-Car...05_p_2289.html

Yep, that's the European name of the bike. You're golden.

Rob

reenmachine · 10-30-2012, 09:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rob.G

Yep, that's the European name of the bike. You're golden.

Rob

Thanks for the fast reply!

NONo443 · 10-30-2012, 10:06 PM

I hate looking at these threads and realizing I don't have money to buy another motorcycle; but I hope that changes in the near future, because I liked the 2007 that I test rode. Sorry for not adding anything of substance, but you all have very nice FZ1's.

Davethestick · 10-31-2012, 12:43 AM

I just bought a 2006 Gen II with a couple insignificant mods. By far the most comfortable and powerful bike I have ever ridden.

The only complaints I have are the brakes and the handling. Im going to swap out the pads and re-bleed the front calipers. I think some tweaking with the suspension adjusters and new tires will make a big difference. I just ordered a new rear Pilot Road 3.

Capt-Kevlar · 10-31-2012, 08:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Davethestick

I just bought a 2006 Gen II with a couple insignificant mods. By far the most comfortable and powerful bike I have ever ridden.

The only complaints I have are the brakes and the handling. Im going to swap out the pads and re-bleed the front calipers. I think some tweaking with the suspension adjusters and new tires will make a big difference. I just ordered a new rear Pilot Road 3.

Congrats!!! Plenty of info about the brakes and handling on http://www.yamahafz1oa.com/forum/index.php.

Plenty of easy and relatively cheap solutions will fix any problems you have. Enjoy the new ride.

Jon_PDX · 10-31-2012, 09:42 AM

I picked up this 2009 a few weeks ago with 3,600 miles on it. I called Yamaha and found out that it was purchased new in February of this year so it's still under the original factory warranty

Here are a few iPhone shots from the first real ride...

So far I'm really enjoying it a lot.

I used to have an FJR1300 but the weight was a little to much at times. The FZ1 on the other hand feels so much lighter and the COG feels lower. So at low speeds (commuting) it's a lot easier to control.

At high speeds, well, lets just say I could loose my license in 3rd gear without hitting red line

And at my weight (155 lbs) the stock suspension is working great on the local mountain roads.

Jon...

lucas123 · 10-31-2012, 10:35 AM

Is that lower fairing a factory accessory?

Awesome looking bike.

Rob.G · 10-31-2012, 10:39 AM

Jon, gorgeous bike! Major score. That's my favorite of all the FZ1 colors.

I sure love mine... I used to commute on my DR650, but this one is so much fun that it's the new commuter, even in the rain. New Pilot Road 2 tires are fantastic in the rain.

To the guy who complained about brakes and handling. Brakes can be fixed with better pads... Carbone Lorraine pads (I'll get these next too) are awesome. Handling.. do the tweaking you mentioned, but if you want to go even farther, look at Traxxion Dynamics. The PO of my bike had both ends resprung and revalved by them and the difference is amazing. My 70,000 mile-old 2001 outhandles my old 2010 Kawi Z1000.

Rob

Jon_PDX · 11-01-2012, 06:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lucas123

Is that lower fairing a factory accessory?

Awesome looking bike.

Yes it's the factory fairing. The previous owner installed it and it totally transforms the bike. I also like the stock "street fighter" look and was all set to buy a new one when I came across this one. The cost savings and low mileage was too hard to pass up.

Jon...

Jon_PDX · 11-01-2012, 06:56 AM

Rob,

Thanks, it is a fun bike that's for sure. And if I remember correctly you scored pretty good yourself on your bike.

I've heard good things about the Pilot Road 2's. I'll either go for those or maybe the new Pilot Road 3's. As you know living where it rains a lot wet traction is very important.

Jon...

Rob.G · 11-25-2012, 02:19 PM

I finally broke down and got a real windscreen to replace my ghetto modified stock screen. I got the Givi touring screen from Twisted Throttle.

Nice improvement! The extra width takes a lot of pressure off the arms and shoulders, and the extra inch of height, combined with the more rounded shape and slight lip move the air blast up about two inches. There's a bit more noise in my helmet now, but with earplugs, it's not a big deal. Definitely a worthy trade off.

Rob

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Jon_PDX · 11-28-2012, 07:51 AM

That looks nice Rob. Thanks for the info on the screen.

Jon...

10-08-2012, 08:00 AM	#331
Rob.G Mostly Harmless Joined: Jan 2010 Location: Salem, OR Oddometer: 1,705	Augh! You killed it. Drat. BUT... your research and discovery was probably worth it. I've been considering doing something similar on my FZ1 and my DR650 too. Now that you've done that, I may try something similar. My FZ1 is down for a while anyway. Found a nail in my rear tire last night. And the rear tire is almost worn square, and down to the wear bars. And the front tire is down to the wear bars. So, it's time for tires. No money for tires at the moment, so it's parked and I'm riding my DR650 to work. Maybe in a couple weeks. BTW what'd that piece of lexan cost you? Rob __________________ '96 Suzuki DR650, '10 Kawasaki KLX250S, '01 Yamaha FZ1 The Lane Sharing Works Blog \| My SPOT Page

10-30-2012, 08:56 AM	#333
reenmachine Rain or Shine Joined: Jul 2011 Location: Studio City, CA Oddometer: 146	I'm about to buy a 1st gen FZ1 and I'm trying to see if I can adapt the Caribou cases from my GS to it, which would require Hepco-Becker racks. Browsing their catalog it looks like the 1st gen bike is listed as the FZS 1000 Fazer. Is this the same thing? http://www.motomachines.com/Side-Car...05_p_2289.html __________________ '11 BMW G650GS '02 Yamaha FZ1

10-31-2012, 09:42 AM	#339
Jon_PDX Studly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2007 Location: Clackamas, OR - USA Oddometer: 925	I picked up this 2009 a few weeks ago with 3,600 miles on it. I called Yamaha and found out that it was purchased new in February of this year so it's still under the original factory warranty Here are a few iPhone shots from the first real ride... So far I'm really enjoying it a lot. I used to have an FJR1300 but the weight was a little to much at times. The FZ1 on the other hand feels so much lighter and the COG feels lower. So at low speeds (commuting) it's a lot easier to control. At high speeds, well, lets just say I could loose my license in 3rd gear without hitting red line And at my weight (155 lbs) the stock suspension is working great on the local mountain roads. Jon... __________________ 2007 FZ6 Past Bikes.....Check with my Wife.....I've lost count :-)

10-31-2012, 10:39 AM	#341
Rob.G Mostly Harmless Joined: Jan 2010 Location: Salem, OR Oddometer: 1,705	Jon, gorgeous bike! Major score. That's my favorite of all the FZ1 colors. I sure love mine... I used to commute on my DR650, but this one is so much fun that it's the new commuter, even in the rain. New Pilot Road 2 tires are fantastic in the rain. To the guy who complained about brakes and handling. Brakes can be fixed with better pads... Carbone Lorraine pads (I'll get these next too) are awesome. Handling.. do the tweaking you mentioned, but if you want to go even farther, look at Traxxion Dynamics. The PO of my bike had both ends resprung and revalved by them and the difference is amazing. My 70,000 mile-old 2001 outhandles my old 2010 Kawi Z1000. Rob __________________ '96 Suzuki DR650, '10 Kawasaki KLX250S, '01 Yamaha FZ1 The Lane Sharing Works Blog \| My SPOT Page

11-01-2012, 06:56 AM	#343
Jon_PDX Studly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2007 Location: Clackamas, OR - USA Oddometer: 925	Rob, Thanks, it is a fun bike that's for sure. And if I remember correctly you scored pretty good yourself on your bike. I've heard good things about the Pilot Road 2's. I'll either go for those or maybe the new Pilot Road 3's. As you know living where it rains a lot wet traction is very important. Jon... __________________ 2007 FZ6 Past Bikes.....Check with my Wife.....I've lost count :-)

10-08-2012, 06:54 PM	#332
oldschoolsdime92 Adventurer Joined: Jun 2012 Oddometer: 14	the entire setup cost 15 and some change. The lexan was 1.58 Thanks for not being upset. I cracked the thing and i thought oh man, Robs gona be upset!

10-30-2012, 10:06 PM	#336
NONo443 Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2009 Location: Arizona Oddometer: 147	I hate looking at these threads and realizing I don't have money to buy another motorcycle; but I hope that changes in the near future, because I liked the 2007 that I test rode. Sorry for not adding anything of substance, but you all have very nice FZ1's.

10-31-2012, 12:43 AM	#337
Davethestick Registered Rider Joined: Mar 2011 Location: Chico California Oddometer: 66	I just bought a 2006 Gen II with a couple insignificant mods. By far the most comfortable and powerful bike I have ever ridden. The only complaints I have are the brakes and the handling. Im going to swap out the pads and re-bleed the front calipers. I think some tweaking with the suspension adjusters and new tires will make a big difference. I just ordered a new rear Pilot Road 3.

10-31-2012, 10:35 AM	#340
lucas123 Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jun 2008 Location: Ohio Oddometer: 454	Is that lower fairing a factory accessory? Awesome looking bike.

11-25-2012, 02:19 PM	#344
Rob.G Mostly Harmless Joined: Jan 2010 Location: Salem, OR Oddometer: 1,705	I finally broke down and got a real windscreen to replace my ghetto modified stock screen. I got the Givi touring screen from Twisted Throttle. Nice improvement! The extra width takes a lot of pressure off the arms and shoulders, and the extra inch of height, combined with the more rounded shape and slight lip move the air blast up about two inches. There's a bit more noise in my helmet now, but with earplugs, it's not a big deal. Definitely a worthy trade off. Rob Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD __________________ '96 Suzuki DR650, '10 Kawasaki KLX250S, '01 Yamaha FZ1 The Lane Sharing Works Blog \| My SPOT Page

11-28-2012, 07:51 AM	#345
Jon_PDX Studly Adventurer Joined: Feb 2007 Location: Clackamas, OR - USA Oddometer: 925	That looks nice Rob. Thanks for the info on the screen. Jon... __________________ 2007 FZ6 Past Bikes.....Check with my Wife.....I've lost count :-)

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