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VEGASRIDER · 12-15-2007, 06:00 PM

Okay, I washed my bike today and noticed that the screw that holds the rear brake fluid cannister has come off. This is the first screw, nut, or bolt that has come off since I have purchased the bike. Almost 9000 miles later. Although a minor incident, I thought this service bulletin was worth mentioning and thought that next time you check your bike, you may want to double check that screw.

mikebike · 12-15-2007, 06:21 PM

thanks for the heads up

**Nelly** · 12-15-2007, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by VEGASRIDER

Okay, I washed my bike today and noticed that the screw that holds the rear brake fluid cannister has come off. This is the first screw, nut, or bolt that has come off since I have purchased the bike. Almost 9000 miles later. Although a minor incident, I thought this service bulletin was worth mentioning and thought that next time you check your bike, you may want to double check that screw.

Will check in the next few days. What do you think caused it?

**reiobard** · 12-15-2007, 08:16 PM

Thanks, i will take a look at it next time i see the bike.

Bo67 · 12-15-2007, 08:34 PM

Thanks for the info!

**wrightme43** · 12-15-2007, 11:08 PM

Yes check your bolts frequently.

Here are some photos of a friends ninja that didnt.
He came to me complaining of a bump, and a weird noise.
Of the 3 bolts holding the engine/trans in, two remained and had no nuts, the other one was just gone.

Blue loctite and check them bolts.

VEGASRIDER · 12-16-2007, 03:30 AM

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Originally Posted by perryn

Will check in the next few days. What do you think caused it?

Probably from the everyday vibration from the bike. I already lost one of the plastic end cap for my sliders from the same thing. I may try using some thread locks on some of the components so it won't happen again. Like Wrightme43 mentioned, always a good idea to inspect your bike for loose screws or bolts. That's why I try to wash my bike once a week so I have an opportunity to do a thorough inspection while I give it a wash.

12-16-2007, 06:25 AM

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Originally Posted by VEGASRIDER

Probably from the everyday vibration from the bike. I already lost one of the plastic end cap for my sliders from the same thing. I may try using some thread locks on some of the components so it won't happen again. Like Wrightme43 mentioned, always a good idea to inspect your bike for loose screws or bolts. That's why I try to wash my bike once a week so I have an opportunity to do a thorough inspection while I give it a wash.

Can't say enough good things about 242 or 271 Loctite. When you own a Harley you go through plenty of it. Fortunately for the FZ6, it doesn't vibrate anywhere near as much.

12-15-2007, 06:00 PM	#1 (permalink)
VEGASRIDER Dedicated Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: LAS VEGAS NV USA Bike: 2006 Blue FZ6 Posts: 1,565 Rep Power: 33 Member #83	Rear Brake Fluid Screw Okay, I washed my bike today and noticed that the screw that holds the rear brake fluid cannister has come off. This is the first screw, nut, or bolt that has come off since I have purchased the bike. Almost 9000 miles later. Although a minor incident, I thought this service bulletin was worth mentioning and thought that next time you check your bike, you may want to double check that screw. __________________ *VEGASRIDER...................Member # 35* 2006 Team Yamaha Blue FZ6 VR's Rider Resume

12-15-2007, 06:21 PM	#2 (permalink)
mikebike just a moderator Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: North Central Florida Bike: FZ6 -- Blue Posts: 1,333 Rep Power: 19 Member #357	thanks for the heads up __________________ mike http://www.626mikebike.blogspot.com

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Bo67 Bo Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Mountain Home, Idaho Bike: 2007 FZ6 Posts: 282 Rep Power: 928 Member #61	Thanks for the info! __________________ - Bo DYSLEXICS UNTIE! www.dyslexia.moc 2007 Red FZ6 1999 American Quarter Horse

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