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hello bike was running fine today and it started bogging down... i checked the carb and it was fine put it back on started it up and it will idle and shit but when u rev it nothing happens??? it just bogs down and dies any ideas?

Hi, i have a 2007 R6 i just bought it and i noticed at first a little oil leaking out of the top left bolt in orientation to the Engine oil filler cap. I called the dealership and they said it could be lose so i tightned it 2 half turns. Then i rode the bike a few miles and i noticed it has gotten progressively worse and the oil had gotten on my muffler and shoes. Plz need help ((. Any help appreciated. http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v702/xai...gineOilLeak.jpg

Hello i own a Yamaha Virago 125 2002 mod. Im wondering about how mutch gas a orginal Virago uses per mile ? And how often you shuld replace parts like pistn and chrankshaft ? What is the schuled of an overhoule engine ? Whery thankfull for all answers !

Everyone, I bought a CRG 3" Hindsight mirror and want to remove the stock mirrors from my 1988 FZ600. I have looked around but have been unable to find any mirror caps that will close up the holes after removing the stock mirrors. Are there such things as generic mirror caps? How are these installed? Do they fit in the holes perfectly to fill them up? Thanks for any help.

hi i own i 98 t.cat and it currently has a bridgestone battlax bt57r 170/60/zr17. now i want to replace this tyre as its quite worn but acording to info i have the size is wrong can anyone conferm what size i should replace it with and also as its an older type now being replaced by 010 and 020 its a good price at a dearler and they have it in stock as other places say its on back order, is the 170 a better bet than say a 160??????? ta chip

Hey gang! I need some opinions before I buy a FZ 600. It's a '88 with only 8,000 km on it. It was stored for since '91 and sold to the 2nd owner in '06 and is now selling it. I'm new to biking and this would be my first bike. The seller thinks it may need a steering bearings, the carbs were just rebuilt. Asthetically beutiful, and has minor scrpaes form the first owner dropping it. How is this on the highway? How's the reliability? Is this good for a 1st bike? Will I out grow it fast and should go newer, better? Any opinion would be great.

I recently purchased a 2001 yamaha V star 650, today coming back from the flea market, it started slipping some when you get on the gas. If you slowly go into it, no problems, when you get on it, it takes a second or two before it engages. Anyone know what may be up with this, driveshaft, or transmission. Looks like I posted this in the wrong forum, if a mod or admin would move it to the technical forum, I'd be gratefull.

Hi everyone, Been a while since ive posted but ive got a dilemma! About a month ago now some little twit decided it would be fun to push over my 05 plated R6, its now damaged the end can and scratched a few pannels, the pannels should buff out but, the can is quite badly scratched (well i can see it everytime i get near the bike!!! :'( ) Now i am not sure what can to go for, do i go standard?? Do i get carbon? Highline? tri oval? I need your input to see what would look best, i use the bike at least a couple of days a week for work so got to be E marked. ALSO, Has anyone got any views on tail tidys?? and those rear lights with built in indica…

Hi, Sometimes when I put the bike into first gear the neutral light stays on, slightly dimmer but still on. Then I noticed that everytime I changed gear while the clutch was pulled in the light came on, but as soon as the bike had warmed up this did not happen. Dry switch ?? where is this switch anyway ??

Who wants one When will they be available How much will it cost Anyone got any ideas? Square Box

I think the blue is pretty standard and the black too but I have fallen in love with the 'racing red' colour scheme: http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_Mvhjidbvdzc/SMaV...1600-h/r6+1.jpg anyone else agree and think it's amazing?

Can anyone recommend a new bike? I've been riding a 125 for a few years now and want to get a more powerful one. I'm want to get a quick road bike that still handles well. Any suggestions?

Hi all i am new member and i am just about to do my DA course hopefully i will pass first time.I am wondering what bike to purchase once i pass i have ridin bikes for years on and off the road but this was when i was younger bout 7 years ago to be honest god just made feel old im now 29 got a senseible head(so i think). I really do want the new R6 2007 model BUT NOT SURE IF THIS IS WISE i really am looking for some good ADVICE and hope to make some good mates to I have not seen any other bike i like but i not sure what is out there. BUT COME ON IT IS A NICE MACHINE!!!!!!!

sorry i've made alot of new posts lately. beginner rider and trying to learn. but how much throttle around what rpms can i take my bike (07 R1) before i gotta worry about my front tire coming of the ground? (not ready for wheelies yet).

Just wanted to pop in and say hello to everyone. My name is Jeromy, I just purchased a new 2007 Yammy R6S. Been riding it for almost a week now, love it to death. My first bike and I think I made the perfect choice. The bike makes leaning comfortable, has awesome throttle response, and for short rides, you almost forget that your leaning forward. Anyways, this is just an intro, so...Hey everybody! Keep on ridin'!

Hey people, new to bikes and just bought my first one a YZF R125. Taking lessons at the moment so hope do be riding a bigger one soon just hope the weather holds so i can get some miles in. Q, A few people have said to change the exhaust, is it worth doing this? will it make it sound any different?

Looking for any advise on what to get next my 98 thundercat is starting to show its age a little and starting to have the dreaded 2nd gear problem cant decide to replace or repair it at 36k not sure its worth it but then what cld i replace it with i do an 80 mile round trip commute thru the lake district every day in all weathers and being a way past 21 the sports bike position plays havoc with me bones so the R6 is out ive been lookin at the fzs fazer 600 anyone got any advise cheers

Hi all, My YBR 125 gets delivered tomorrow and I'm keen to break the engine in so that it gives the best power and economy that it can. I know there are 2 different trains of thought on this: 1, The manual says that it should be ridden gently and full throttle/high revs avoided for the first 600 miles. 2, Lots of tuners and mechanics think that they should be warmed up correctly and then given a good caning for about 20 miles on full throttle to generate the maximum combustion pressure so that the piston rings create a proper seal against the cylinder bores. Then change the oil straight away to drop the swarf from the rings and bores and run as normal. http://w…

I think I made an impulse buy... Long story short, I wanted to get a bike to commute to work. The kid from across the street had a friend that was selling one and he brought it over for me to look at. I took it for a spin and liked it... It has some problems that I was unsure of, but bought it anyway... It's a 1976 650 Special 2. It has 17,000 miles on it. 1. Gas was leaking out of the petcock on the reserve side. I tightened up the bolt it was leaking out of, and it has seemed to stopped for now. I think that just needs a new seal. 2. The battery is not charging. He said he put a new one on it. So it could be generator, wire, etc. 3. The gas cap does not lock do…

hi can any one help. have just bought a new gpr can for my 2006 r6 but need to know if it needs remapping before i fit it.a few mates have said i do but need some advice from yourselves.