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Nope, but that looks sweet! I kind of want to go paint my forks black now...

3 cars and a bike? that's just silly I'm trying to sell the Vette, but keeping both supercharged GPs. Nearly as fast and WAY better in snow :D

I'm a blaster fan too! Not sure I helped out my torque curve, but at least I can tell when the bike is on now and I shed 20lbs too!

50129 , thanks

I'm a lab geek at an ethanol plant right now, but bought the bike outright after a lil vacation to Iraq. Thanks tax-free paychecks! :D

Disclaimer - my engine/combustion theory is based on modifying my GTP and Vette, but still seems applicable here. Besides what has already been mentioned on longevity of the plugs (Iridium>Platinum>Copper) the difference is mostly heat dissipation properties. A tuned engine with higher octane...

In college I rode a Virago 1100, then until 25 was on a HD Sportster, and now from 26 till 28 have been on the FZ8. Talk about an upgrade in performance!! :D

I put a couple thousand miles on last season with my PCV and I wasn't impressed. Maybe I don't have the best table for my mods, but other than a few extra MPH on the top end I can't hardly notice a difference.

Well, whatever your secret, they (and it) look amazing! I'll have to hire you to ride here and take some for me! :D

You have exceptionally good taste. :)

I sold my Sportster last year and bought an '8 too. I miss the V-twin rumble, but not turn signals rattling off, pegs dragging, and BARELY being able to hit triple digit speeds. Congratulations on the upgrade, you'll enjoy it :tup

I bought a cheap cover on ebay. One hook that goes under the bottom by the pipes. I only put it on when I expect bad weather. I ride it in the rain, so sitting in it can't be much worse. Remember to keep that chain lubed after rain/snow!

Ah. I can relate, my last bike was a carbureted HD Sportster. Fuel injection is quite nice-especially on cold mornings when it starts right up. The rider position was a draw to the 8 for me also. It is more neutral, you can the hug the tank and go carve corners or sit up and cruise on the...

:welcome: So what most set the 8 apart from your last bike?

Dang! You southern guys make me jealous. I only got half that last summer and we actually had a reasonable season last year. This week is the first time I've been able to ride this year :(

That looks great! :tup: I found one on ebay...I think the guy makes these himself, called the Xtremeblaster. Just a straight thru can. I figure the cat gives enough back pressure as is - and the sound is waaaay meaner :rockon:

Pressure pressure....I give! I put my money where my keyboard is. Who wouldn't want to be a VIP anyways?

:( Sorry to hear that! I'll pass the word to my friends back in Iowa. Good luck!

Go big or go home, right? Sign me up!

Nevermind. It is flipping snowing! I can't wait to leave NY. Texas is calling my name. Year-round riding? Yes please!