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First of all, I've been away from the board for a while (sorry about that) you longer standing contributors may remember me from a little while back.
I wanted to let you all know how the FZ6 has done for me at Grattan Raceway here in Michigan in case you're interested. I sunk a few bucks into the bike over the winter in an attempt to get what I call a "track-able streetbike" as opposed to the other way around (I rode a '99 R6 for my track days last year).
I was very anxious over the winter to get the FZ6 on the track and see how it would perform. Since spring arrived, I've done three track days, and I'm very happy with the results. It's proven itself to be far more than just capable, it's an absolute ball to ride at the track. The lap times I'm turning are very respectable, and the bike gets quite a lot of attention on the paddock.
Even better, the owner / director of the organization I do my track days with (Sportbike Track Time) told me that the only other FZ6 he's see on the track was:
"turning the third fastest time of the weekend in the advanced group, he was damaging a lot of egos"
I can't remember the specific track where this guy was riding, but I thought that comment should be shared with you guys.
I will say that without certain mods (see list below) it wouldn't be possible to have much fun. The stock springs and damping action must be changed out for agressive riding. But rest assured, if you're thinking about whether or not the FZ6 can perform well at the track, it can.
As a side note, if you go to the race track, obviously remove your centerstand. Not so obvious, remove the kickstand as well. I did one session with the kickstand on the bike and dragged it - twice. This is not a "confidence inspiring" thing to do at speed. Also, the stock tires are NOT a good choice for track riding IMHO, get some softer skins. Ride safe everyone!
I wanted to let you all know how the FZ6 has done for me at Grattan Raceway here in Michigan in case you're interested. I sunk a few bucks into the bike over the winter in an attempt to get what I call a "track-able streetbike" as opposed to the other way around (I rode a '99 R6 for my track days last year).
I was very anxious over the winter to get the FZ6 on the track and see how it would perform. Since spring arrived, I've done three track days, and I'm very happy with the results. It's proven itself to be far more than just capable, it's an absolute ball to ride at the track. The lap times I'm turning are very respectable, and the bike gets quite a lot of attention on the paddock.
Even better, the owner / director of the organization I do my track days with (Sportbike Track Time) told me that the only other FZ6 he's see on the track was:
"turning the third fastest time of the weekend in the advanced group, he was damaging a lot of egos"
I can't remember the specific track where this guy was riding, but I thought that comment should be shared with you guys.
I will say that without certain mods (see list below) it wouldn't be possible to have much fun. The stock springs and damping action must be changed out for agressive riding. But rest assured, if you're thinking about whether or not the FZ6 can perform well at the track, it can.
As a side note, if you go to the race track, obviously remove your centerstand. Not so obvious, remove the kickstand as well. I did one session with the kickstand on the bike and dragged it - twice. This is not a "confidence inspiring" thing to do at speed. Also, the stock tires are NOT a good choice for track riding IMHO, get some softer skins. Ride safe everyone!
