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FZ1s run warm. My Ninja was cold-blooded. It all depends on design. Open the exhaust and change fueling to legitimately run cooler besides add HP. I run OEM bone stock and just deal with the heat. Synthetic oil is a must.

I installed a pair last year. The rubber was noticeably stiffer than stock which I thought were stickier. The RS IIs will last longer, but IMO did not like giving up 10% in handling. One thousand miles later I have acclimated and they are fine. Just be aware the early miles will handle...

This thread just made me recall a dream I had last night. I traded my Gen II in on an FZ-09 and was upset after the difference in ride. The FZ-1 is a great all around, multi-purpose street bike that rides like a couch on rails with more power than you will ever use on the street.

You can also buy inserts for $30 that will give about an inch up and back in a 5 minute install keeping the same cables.

Sidecars really are death traps.

That bike has pretty good torque. The suspension will be a bit soft and lower relative to the FZ, but a nice change of pace nevertheless. You will need to plan corners and stopping earlier. Also be prepared for tailbone ache on long rides. I like the bags.

Get the cheap AGM battery on ebay for $40. I took a chance and was surprised how good this Chinese unit performs especially at the price point. No way I would spend $100+ for a motorcycle battery. AGM Battery YTZ14S for Yamaha FZ1 FZS1000 06 10 V Star XVS 950 09 10 VMAX 09 10 | eBay

Use thread lock. I have them and they work great.

Suzuki needs to update their logo. The giant "S" looks so....analog. Even Hyundai came up with a winged logo for their higher end products.

Keep the FZ and buy a Jet Ski.

It looks handy for going to the local Kangaroo Mart to pick up a jar of Vegemite. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3eEB34tVvBc

12,479 Gen I and 15,231 Gen II. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sn13MDyduw

Yeah, windy and cold here today. 70* in the shade is not warm. The surfers needed wetsuits in the sun. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nbk54SVQjTU

Too bad you can't edit in some tach shots.

How is the motor in the Zook TL?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_qEKj-huR4&list=UU5arGHnQvc6_HiRNJy6DNKg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yDGINVrtrUI&list=UU5arGHnQvc6_HiRNJy6DNKg

^^^If it was in downtown it is most likely still a regular event. I live 2 hours from Orlando, but am there a few days every month for business. Nothing much else to do in Orlando except the theme parks and shopping. If you have time drive about 45 minutes east on TR 528 to Merrit Island...

There are 2 giant outdoor outlet malls in Orlando. Not necessarily for bike gear, but good places to shop: Premium Outlets 8200 Vineland Rd, Orlando 32821 Orlando Premium Outlets 4951 International Drive Orlando 32819 Motorcycle Gear: Cycle Gear - East Plaza Shopping Center, 5032...

A little bit of compound and it will be just like new.

That's the same sounds punks driving around in Honda Civics are trying to get.