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Top speed is about 90mph... could probably push it a little higher, but the rpms are getting up there. No problems with traction or wheelies, honestly kinda underwhelmed.

(y) WOW. Great increase in pep. Definitely need a speedo recalibration though (SpeedoDRD), reading about 10mph fast at 45mph, probably higher at freeway speeds. Guessing my top speed is gonna be around 90-95mph now also... which is a fair trade-off for the quicker pick-up.

Nothing to bend away on front sprocket, came loose easily with breaker bar. Just need waiting on a new master link, as I pressed mine too much and had to take it off. :confused: And apparently different chain brands use different sized pins on their links, so the master link I bought from the...

Will be attempting this in a few days. Thanks! (y) +3 rear

The only other thread I found about it was someone who was building the FZ as a stunt bike and did -1/+3 and said it wheelied like crazy... but I'm guessing the -1 front produced the most impact.

Had my FZ8 for about 5 years now and the new FZ09s have been looking pretty nice, but I don't REALLY need a new bike. Thinking about just going to a larger rear sprocket to get some more fun out of the FZ8. Years ago, I did a +2 rear on my 01 SV650 and it was a nice little upgrade, but now I'm...

Occam's Razor! Of course there are two fuses. And of course it's not some hidden/broken wire somewhere... it's just a blown fuse. Derp. :p

2012 FZ8. Recently noticed only my left cooling fan is coming on when the temp hits 214*F. I unplugged the fan connector under the tank, applied 12v and it spins, but at 214* I'm not getting any power to the connector. Left fan work perfectly, but not the right. I assume the fans don't have...

Tried to install Racetech fork springs, but wasn't able to compress them enough to get everything put back together. Going to be taking them to a shop tomorrow and have it done right.

I bought the 1kg Racetech springs and started to replace them, got as far as putting in the new springs/spacers, but found I couldn't compress the spring enough to be able to get the spring holder thing in place. Even when I put the stock springs back, I can't compress them enough. Think I'm...

Okay.... so I started doing this today, but found after loosening the upper tube clamp and starting to unscrew the cap, the cap doesn't want to come off. It's like it's attached to the spring somehow? Even with some gently prying with a pickle fork, it feels like the spring is attached to the...

I've had the bars for about a year now and love them. They look like they could have come stock.

Just got a set of Racetech springs and stopped by the local shop to inquire about installation..... $350! Looks like I'm going to be picking up a headstock stand and doing it myself. Glad I found this thread.

Got a set of Racetech fork springs as an early christmas present, but the local shop wants 3 hours labor + oil + seals to install them ($350-380). So I figure I'll install them myself, just need a Youtube video and a headstock stand, right? :cool: Just want to make sure the stand I get will...

The wider/straighter bars are awesome. Was getting vibes with the aftermarket bar ends, so I installed the stock bar end weights on the new bars and they're great. Much more control than with the narrower/curved bars. It's almost like riding a dirt bike.... but with power! :cool...

I've noticed that the seat can sometimes get warm when it's hot out here (90-95*F). Aside from that the only issue I had was the one time I rode in shorts. So much engine heat on my bare legs. Never again.

Picked up a $19.99 set of bars from Cycle Gear. Didn't drill the holes, just clamped the controls done snug..... Wow. It's like riding a dirtbike. So much more flickable than with the narrower bars (these are about 1" wider and also straighter). Pic: $20 for the bars and another $20...

Wearing jeans, within an hour of riding, my butt is pink and sore.. looking for a solution which will for longer rides without butt fatigue. Give me your recommendations and justifications, plz.

Doesn't the throttle and turn signal controls have a little nub at the bottom, requiring drilling a hole in the bar for the nub to sit in?

"Silliest" :yes::rof: y u no hardcore? :D