Nice...The more and more I see an FZ600 it makes me want to buy a new one..
My FZ600 Project Pics - Stage 3
You can see stage 1 and 2 here: http://www.sportbikes.net/forums/showthread.php?t=311752
I decided to go for it and paint the wheels. Also, everyone really didn't like the blue muffler, and I finally came around and decided it needed to be black also. So here it is, with nice new reflective vinyl decals.
I decided to go for it and paint the wheels. Also, everyone really didn't like the blue muffler, and I finally came around and decided it needed to be black also. So here it is, with nice new reflective vinyl decals.
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Thanks. I really don't regret buying it. It is turning out to be a great first bike for me.
Yea, that seems to be what everyone is saying about the FZ6 or FZ1.
Ironray75 said:Yea, that seems to be what everyone is saying about the FZ6 or FZ1.
Keep in mind that my bike is from 1988 though. The newer FZ6 and FZ1 are a totally different animal.
xgabriel said:Keep in mind that my bike is from 1988 though. The newer FZ6 and FZ1 are a totally different animal.
True, but the opinions are the same for all years.
Looks really great man. I don't know what it is but I really dig those old fz600s.
looks good dood, i think i've seen you on clubrsx too.. am I right?
Flat black is the NEW black. Looks great.
Ironray75 said:Yea, that seems to be what everyone is saying about the FZ6 or FZ1.
What is everyone saying about the FZs? I wouldn't list the FZ6 as a good beginner's bike, and DEFINITELY NOT the FZ1.
xgabriel said:I decided to go for it and paint the wheels. Also, everyone really didn't like the blue muffler, and I finally came around and decided it needed to be black also. So here it is, with nice new reflective vinyl decals.
That's a sweet looking bike man! :dblthumb
I love the looks of those old FZs. Would love to get one someday. I'd say your's is now a PERFECT example of what I'd want mine to look like. Good work!
down_shift said:looks good dood, i think i've seen you on clubrsx too.. am I right?
Yeah, I'm Fat Tony over there.
crx81 said:That's a sweet looking bike man! :dblthumb
I love the looks of those old FZs. Would love to get one someday. I'd say your's is now a PERFECT example of what I'd want mine to look like. Good work!
Wow, thanks! :beer
crx81 said:What is everyone saying about the FZs? I wouldn't list the FZ6 as a good beginner's bike, and DEFINITELY NOT the FZ1.
I agree with you. My old 600 here has only about 55hp. The new FZ6 is more than twice that.
Now all you have to do is take the fairings off, and paint the rest of it flat black.
And your FZ has more than 55. It probably has around 75-80.
And your FZ has more than 55. It probably has around 75-80.
the satin finish rocks. much better than stock.
ZxHunteR said:Now all you have to do is take the fairings off, and paint the rest of it flat black.
And your FZ has more than 55. It probably has around 75-80.
Hmm... I don't know. I remember reading somewhere that it only had like 55-65hp.
Well, I wouldn't go as far as saying twice the hp, but it is around 98 at the crank. The FZ has a number of traits that make it non-new rider friendly. One is the abrupt throttle resonse due to the fuel injection. Couple that with a clutch that has such a narrow engagement range, it's more like an on / off switch. Also, the bike can be deceptively tame below 7K rpms. Above 7K, it screams like a banshee and will peel you off the bars if you aren't ready for the sudden change in demeanor. Lastly, it's a tall bike which makes it top heavy during low speed parking lot maneuvering.xgabriel said:I agree with you. My old 600 here has only about 55hp. The new FZ6 is more than twice that.
It's a great bike, and I'm not knocking it. I LOVED mine. I'm just saying it is definitely not a good choice for a new rider.
alphaandomega said:the satin finish rocks. much better than stock.
Thanks. I'm really liking what I've done with it.
crx81 said:Well, I wouldn't go as far as saying twice the hp, but it is around 98 at the crank. The FZ has a number of traits that make it non-new rider friendly. One is the abrupt throttle resonse due to the fuel injection. Couple that with a clutch that has such a narrow engagement range, it's more like an on / off switch. Also, the bike can be deceptively tame below 7K rpms. Above 7K, it screams like a banshee and will peel you off the bars if you aren't ready for the sudden change in demeanor. Lastly, it's a tall bike which makes it top heavy during low speed parking lot maneuvering.
It's a great bike, and I'm not knocking it. I LOVED mine. I'm just saying it is definitely not a good choice for a new rider.
I see what you mean.
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