KyBoy
Well-Known Member
Thanks Dustin. I know that the factory signals are much more visible than any flush mount, but these are really bright and I couldn't stand the crab-eye look any longer!
What did you do to your FZ today?
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Thanks Dustin. I know that the factory signals are much more visible than any flush mount, but these are really bright and I couldn't stand the crab-eye look any longer!
KyBoy
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This arrived 2 days early. I'll put it on this evening. It's blue.
KyBoy
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Not the most ideal place, but short notice. I'm gonna relocate with a bracket when I get the chance, similar to DenArnold's idea.
DenArnold
Wizard
Cleaned the chain, adjusted slack and greased up the chain. Replaced rear fork protectors (during the last ride somehow one nut came lose and I lost the entire set-never noticed until I got home)
Ordered a new set of tires, this time Metzeler Sportec RR 120/70/17 F and 190/55/17R
Ordered a new set of tires, this time Metzeler Sportec RR 120/70/17 F and 190/55/17R
Dustin
Moderator
Be sure to post up a review, I heard they are outstanding tires!
didier9
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I installed new flush turn signals.
Amazon.com : Carbon/Clear FLUSH-MOUNT TURN SIGNALS for Honda Kawasaki Suzuki Yamaha : Car Electronics
These are the same style the previous owner had installed, but the old ones had only a single filament bulb that was used as turn signal but was not very bright, and there was no running light.
These new ones look like the old ones but have a two filament lamp and both are pretty bright, so I have good, visible running lights now in addition to bright turn signals.
I had to replace the bullet connectors because they were too small for those that were at the end of the bike's wire harness. I got those at Auto Zone, I already had the crimping tool.
I think they look good and work well.
I also installed a Signal Dynamics modulator. That was pretty easy, except that I have not found a good practical location for the ambient light sensor, so for the moment it is duct-taped to the side of the tacho.
Finally I replaced the horn with a louder one (from Auto Zone). Not quite loud enough yet but an improvement, the lower tone is a little unusual and I think it gets attention.
Amazon.com : Carbon/Clear FLUSH-MOUNT TURN SIGNALS for Honda Kawasaki Suzuki Yamaha : Car Electronics
These are the same style the previous owner had installed, but the old ones had only a single filament bulb that was used as turn signal but was not very bright, and there was no running light.
These new ones look like the old ones but have a two filament lamp and both are pretty bright, so I have good, visible running lights now in addition to bright turn signals.
I had to replace the bullet connectors because they were too small for those that were at the end of the bike's wire harness. I got those at Auto Zone, I already had the crimping tool.
I think they look good and work well.
I also installed a Signal Dynamics modulator. That was pretty easy, except that I have not found a good practical location for the ambient light sensor, so for the moment it is duct-taped to the side of the tacho.
Finally I replaced the horn with a louder one (from Auto Zone). Not quite loud enough yet but an improvement, the lower tone is a little unusual and I think it gets attention.
Dicko
Wizard
Took the day off work and have so far ridden 150km. Having lunch now and will then do a few hundred more before going home and picjing the daughter up from childcare. Life's good.
DenArnold
Wizard
Three countries
I took the FZ1 out for a long stretch along curvy roads, along with some friends and flirting with the borders of South Belgium, Luxemburg and France.
Noticed a small puncture in rear tire, but pressure check revealed not complety through.
In two weeks from now I'll be back on a trackday, so afterwards I will mount the new Metzeler tires.
These MPR3 I have been very pleased about and never surprised me.
not many pictures taken, was too busy enjoying the curvy roads. On our start point we saw this Yamaha Europe truck....
Nice scenery
stopping for a break
totalled 612km
rear tire handled well, noticed slight puncture
I took the FZ1 out for a long stretch along curvy roads, along with some friends and flirting with the borders of South Belgium, Luxemburg and France.
Noticed a small puncture in rear tire, but pressure check revealed not complety through.
In two weeks from now I'll be back on a trackday, so afterwards I will mount the new Metzeler tires.
These MPR3 I have been very pleased about and never surprised me.
not many pictures taken, was too busy enjoying the curvy roads. On our start point we saw this Yamaha Europe truck....
Nice scenery
stopping for a break
totalled 612km
rear tire handled well, noticed slight puncture
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KyBoy
Well-Known Member
Got my Zero Gravity SR windscreen on.
RangerG
Well-Known Member
Cancelled the licence plate on the FZ1. 
Weather is getting colder and any nice days from now on will be hunting days. Maybe some fishing days too.
Weather is getting colder and any nice days from now on will be hunting days. Maybe some fishing days too.
riding4fun
Member
New parts ordered
Well I ordered my first new parts for my new to me 2002 FZ1. I ordered a 15 tooth front sprocket and a 45 rear, full set of stainless brake lines. a speedohealer and a zero gravity double bubble smoke windscreen.
Let the mods begin.
Well I ordered my first new parts for my new to me 2002 FZ1. I ordered a 15 tooth front sprocket and a 45 rear, full set of stainless brake lines. a speedohealer and a zero gravity double bubble smoke windscreen.
Let the mods begin.
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fzdnasr14
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I ordered an oil filler cap. Of course the threads were oversize. Had to go to work and chase the threads.
fzdnasr14
Well-Known Member
I got medically cleared to ride today.1st ride since June 11!
Dustin
Moderator
Devilsyam
Well-Known Member
Finished another build
dirtlego
Well-Known Member
This white looks good except these gold/yellow levers. If they were black the picture will be completed for me.
Just my opinion.
Cheers.
Just my opinion.
Cheers.
fzdnasr14
Well-Known Member
How was it?!
Still sore but it felt good to get back on the bike.
Dustin
Moderator
IBcivic
Well-Known Member
New stable-mate for my FZ1sc
I just came back from test riding an '05 SV1000s.... twins are so much fun to ride....so I bought it
Easy to ride, very tame compared to the Fizzer and fairly comfy (begs for Dirt road seat and MX bar conversion), will make a good first bike for my son who is taking his motorcycle driving course and a great back-up bike.
I just came back from test riding an '05 SV1000s.... twins are so much fun to ride....so I bought it
Easy to ride, very tame compared to the Fizzer and fairly comfy (begs for Dirt road seat and MX bar conversion), will make a good first bike for my son who is taking his motorcycle driving course and a great back-up bike.
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Lonney
Wizard
I just came back from test riding an '05 SV1000s.... twins are so much fun to ride....so I bought it
Easy to ride, very tame compared to the Fizzer and fairly comfy (begs for Dirt road seat and MX bar conversion), will make a good first bike for my son who is taking his motorcycle driving course and a great back-up bike.
Pretty bike !! Good luck with her . How are you making out tuning your BEAST ?
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