Just got over 7k RPM for the first time... WOW! - Yamaha FZ6 Forums - International FZ6 Motorcycle Community Forum

Thorpiticus · 08-27-2008, 09:54 PM

Hey there,
I'm a new guy but I've heard the rumors of how the bike transforms over 7k RPM. I just wanted to say that they're all true!

I was accelerating today in 2nd and saw that I was heading toward the magic mark. Being a pretty new rider, I generally try to keep it under 6k, but I decided to go for it and kept on the throttle. It's truly amazing how the bike goes from "touring" to "sport"- Acceleration becomes smoother and the whole bike just feels different.

Anyway, I just wanted to share that kickass experience. As a sidenote, I'm still trying to figure out whether it's better to start from a rest in 1st or 2nd. I've found 1st to be a bit too touchy but 2nd is difficult, especially on hills. Any thoughts from the seasoned riders? Thanks for the input!

-John

mikebike · 08-28-2008, 03:46 AM

In my opinion... start in first

on the 7K thing.... wait till you hit 10 - 12 ... hang on and have it pointed in th the right direction

brad81987 · 08-28-2008, 03:49 AM

Now you wont be able to stay under 7k

Guitar Man · 08-28-2008, 03:49 AM

I usually shift at 6 to 7K. It makes the transition much smoother than at lower RPM's. And yea, 10-12K is where you hit max HP. I love it up there, that's where the bike was meant to be at.

MORTI ! · 08-28-2008, 03:57 AM

always first.....then just ring it's neck all the way to the red in as many gears as you can get through in as short a possible time......then check the expression on your face....

lattin25 · 08-28-2008, 04:08 AM

Pretty crazy huh! once you get past 13k there isn't much left. Start in 1st. You'll get used to it. Also, when shifting from 1st to 2nd try and preload the shifter a little so its not as clunky til you get it down good

CanadianFZ6 · 08-28-2008, 05:11 AM

Lost your training wheels, excellent.... Now keep it upright and enjoy the bike...

**grommit** · 08-28-2008, 06:20 AM

Use the force

, I mean the clutch. Set the revs and modulate your pull away with the clutch.

**reiobard** · 08-28-2008, 06:25 AM

I also start in first and you will get smother with the clutch, I promise. the bike is a ton of fun in the higher revs!

**sportrider** · 08-28-2008, 07:03 AM

start in first, save your clutch. beside the 1st to second power wheelies are fun!!!

08-27-2008, 09:54 PM	#1 (permalink)
Thorpiticus Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Southeast Bike: 2006 Yamaha FZ-6 Posts: 44 Rep Power: 1 Member #4520	Just got over 7k RPM for the first time... WOW! Hey there, I'm a new guy but I've heard the rumors of how the bike transforms over 7k RPM. I just wanted to say that they're all true! I was accelerating today in 2nd and saw that I was heading toward the magic mark. Being a pretty new rider, I generally try to keep it under 6k, but I decided to go for it and kept on the throttle. It's truly amazing how the bike goes from "touring" to "sport"- Acceleration becomes smoother and the whole bike just feels different. Anyway, I just wanted to share that kickass experience. As a sidenote, I'm still trying to figure out whether it's better to start from a rest in 1st or 2nd. I've found 1st to be a bit too touchy but 2nd is difficult, especially on hills. Any thoughts from the seasoned riders? Thanks for the input! -John

08-28-2008, 03:46 AM	#2 (permalink)
mikebike just a moderator Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Central Florida Bike: FZ6 -- Blue Posts: 1,336 Rep Power: 19 Member #357	Re: Just got over 7k RPM for the first time... WOW! In my opinion... start in first on the 7K thing.... wait till you hit 10 - 12 ... hang on and have it pointed in th the right direction __________________ mike http://www.626mikebike.blogspot.com

08-28-2008, 03:49 AM	#3 (permalink)
brad81987 Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Neenah, WI; Houghton, MI Bike: FZ6 Posts: 145 Rep Power: 4 Member #1933	Re: Just got over 7k RPM for the first time... WOW! Now you wont be able to stay under 7k __________________ 2008 Black FZ6 Dual Headlight Mod, Tecknic Saddle and Tank Bags

08-28-2008, 03:49 AM	#4 (permalink)
Guitar Man Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Houston, Texas Bike: 07 Yamaha FZ6 29,200 miles Posts: 79 Rep Power: 3 Member #1569	Re: Just got over 7k RPM for the first time... WOW! I usually shift at 6 to 7K. It makes the transition much smoother than at lower RPM's. And yea, 10-12K is where you hit max HP. I love it up there, that's where the bike was meant to be at. __________________ Sportbiking IS the sport of Kings! Sportbikes, Squid tested, mother disapproved! Sometimes it's best to be silent.

08-28-2008, 03:57 AM	#5 (permalink)
MORTI ! M.A.MEMBER Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: MANCHESTER ENGLAND Bike: YAMAHA FZ6 S2 2007 Posts: 5 Rep Power: 0 Member #4564	Re: Just got over 7k RPM for the first time... WOW! always first.....then just ring it's neck all the way to the red in as many gears as you can get through in as short a possible time......then check the expression on your face....

08-28-2008, 04:08 AM	#6 (permalink)
lattin25 Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Reno, NV Bike: 07' FZ6 Posts: 180 Rep Power: 3 Member #3907	Re: Just got over 7k RPM for the first time... WOW! Pretty crazy huh! once you get past 13k there isn't much left. Start in 1st. You'll get used to it. Also, when shifting from 1st to 2nd try and preload the shifter a little so its not as clunky til you get it down good __________________ live to ride another day!! Done: Airbox Mod, Changed to Full Synthetic, FE Kit, Small Front Signals, Speedohealer, Puig Racing Windscreen, AXIO Tailbag, BMC Air Filter, Scorpio sr-i900 alarm system, Shogun Frame Sliders, Anodized footpegs To do: M4 Exhaust, PCIII, Dual Headlight Mod,+1 front sprocket for commuting, Cut stock windscreen, Pazzo levers, Galfer lines, R6 forks, Cat eliminator, Remove canister, Grips, De-California-Ize

08-28-2008, 05:11 AM	#7 (permalink)
CanadianFZ6 Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Baden, Ontario Bike: '07 FZ6, '08 Bandit 1250, '08 V-Strom 650 Posts: 493 Rep Power: 18 Member #903	Re: Just got over 7k RPM for the first time... WOW! Lost your training wheels, excellent.... Now keep it upright and enjoy the bike... __________________ '08 Bandit 1250sea (gray with hard bags and full fairing) '08 V-Strom 650 (blue) '07 FZ6 (Blue)

08-28-2008, 06:20 AM	#8 (permalink)
grommit Moderator Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Birmingham, UK Bike: FZ6 S2 Posts: 1,472 Rep Power: 31 Member #488	Re: Just got over 7k RPM for the first time... WOW! Use the force, I mean the clutch. Set the revs and modulate your pull away with the clutch. __________________ "I am not a number — I am a free man!"

08-28-2008, 06:25 AM	#9 (permalink)
reiobard Postaholic Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Concord, NH Bike: 2007 FZ6 (The Faster Blue) Posts: 5,219 Rep Power: 70 Member #991	Re: Just got over 7k RPM for the first time... WOW! I also start in first and you will get smother with the clutch, I promise. the bike is a ton of fun in the higher revs!

08-28-2008, 07:03 AM	#10 (permalink)
sportrider Freeway Assassin Join Date: May 2007 Location: Redlands Ca.(can't see hell anymore) Bike: 2007 Yamaha YZFR1 Posts: 2,662 Rep Power: 10 Member #127	Re: Just got over 7k RPM for the first time... WOW! start in first, save your clutch. beside the 1st to second power wheelies are fun!!! __________________ My Rider Resume America LOVE it or LEAVE IT former FZ6 test rider much of the action depicted here could rip your limbs off if done improperly.the riding discussed is done by an experianced rider in semi-controlled conditions, save the speed for the track. ride within your capibilities, concentrate and always wear protective gear, including a helmet, gloves, jacket, pants, and boots. I and the forum, forum staff, any combination of the words, forum, staff, thread, post, website, internet or member, are in no way responsible if you ride over your head and wad yourself up trying to recreate something you've read here.

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