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**Hellgate** · 01-14-2008, 08:58 AM

Hey Dudes and Dudettes,

I got back into motorcycles on Friday after a 19 year break by buying a new 2007 FZ6.

My last bike was a 1981 Suzuki GS1100E that was all superbiked out. I also roadraced Yamaha RZ350s back in the mid-80's. Man I miss a fast two stroke.

I spent the last year in Iraq with the Army and I realized how much I missed riding and decided to get a new motorcycle once I got back. When I was leaving Iraq and traveling back through Kuwait in September I put a deposit on a Buell 1125R. Well the delivery date had been pushed back until early summer to I canceled the order and started anew. I had been looking at the SV650FE (full fairing and ABS) but those are not out yet either. I also looked at the ZZR600. What sold me on the FZ6 was the riding position and the great motor.

I spent the weekend getting used to riding again and begining the break in process. After 185 miles this weekend I've got a few toys on order. 1) an Akrapovic exhaust (hopefully its not too loud), Race Tech springs, stainless steel brake lines and a Puig windscreen.

Over all I'm very impressed with the bike and its a blast to ride.

I'm looking forward to the Forum and learning more about the bike.

Pete

**reiobard** · 01-14-2008, 09:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hellgate

Hey Dudes and Dudettes,

I got back into motorcycles on Friday after a 19 year break by buying a new 2007 FZ6.

My last bike was a 1981 Suzuki GS1100E that was all superbiked out. I also roadraced Yamaha RZ350s back in the mid-80's. Man I miss a fast two stroke.

I spent the last year in Iraq with the Army and I realized how much I missed riding and decided to get a new motorcycle once I got back. When I was leaving Iraq and traveling back through Kuwait in September I put a deposit on a Buell 1125R. Well the delivery date had been pushed back until early summer to I canceled the order and started anew. I had been looking at the SV650FE (full fairing and ABS) but those are not out yet either. I also looked at the ZZR600. What sold me on the FZ6 was the riding position and the great motor.

I spent the weekend getting used to riding again and begining the break in process. After 185 miles this weekend I've got a few toys on order. 1) an Akrapovic exhaust (hopefully its not too loud), Race Tech springs, stainless steel brake lines and a Puig windscreen.

Over all I'm very impressed with the bike and its a blast to ride.

I'm looking forward to the Forum and learning more about the bike.

Pete

Welcome back from Iraq and also welcome to the site, good choice on the bike and we look forward to pics and updates on your renewed riding career

madmanmaigret · 01-14-2008, 10:05 AM

first off let me start by saying Thanks for all you have done and will do for this great country.
ok back to the subject at hand: welcome to the forums and back to riding!
sounds like you have a great project starting with that mod list (i'm jealous) make sure to keep us updated with your progress.

**Botch** · 01-14-2008, 10:59 AM

Thank you for your service, and welcome to the site!

**Nelly** · 01-14-2008, 11:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by reiobard

Welcome back from Iraq and also welcome to the site, good choice on the bike and we look forward to pics and updates on your renewed riding career

+1 welcome friend.

rgatling · 01-14-2008, 11:32 AM

Welcome, and thanks for your service! The FZ6 is a great bike.

I'm in Round Rock and a couple of us in the TSBA have FZ6s. Take a look at the forum here Texas Sport Bike Association - Powered by vBulletin if you want to hook up with us for a ride.

**jsteinb95** · 01-14-2008, 01:12 PM

Hey Pete. We're all glad you're back safely. Congrats on the bike and welcome to the family.

**Hellgate** · 01-14-2008, 01:58 PM

Thanks for the warm welcomes, this looks like a super forum composed of a lot of great members.

I received word today that the toys will begin arriving tomorrow, with the exhaust first! Photos to follow.

Small note on the Race Tech springs, they do not have a p/n for an 07/08 yet, however RT said to pull the stock springs, measure the length and diameter and they'll make a set for me. Too cool. The fork looks to me to be the one weak point in the bike, too soft for me.

Thanks again everyone!

Circe · 01-15-2008, 12:11 AM

Hi Pete! Welcome home warrior! And welcome to the board!

madmanmaigret · 01-15-2008, 08:18 AM

Pete what was your M.O.S.?

(military occupational specialty for those not in the know)

01-14-2008, 08:58 AM	#1 (permalink)
Hellgate Super Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Austin, Texas Bike: 2007 FZ6 Posts: 3,306 Rep Power: 59 Member #1191	Hello from Austin Texas Hey Dudes and Dudettes, I got back into motorcycles on Friday after a 19 year break by buying a new 2007 FZ6. My last bike was a 1981 Suzuki GS1100E that was all superbiked out. I also roadraced Yamaha RZ350s back in the mid-80's. Man I miss a fast two stroke. I spent the last year in Iraq with the Army and I realized how much I missed riding and decided to get a new motorcycle once I got back. When I was leaving Iraq and traveling back through Kuwait in September I put a deposit on a Buell 1125R. Well the delivery date had been pushed back until early summer to I canceled the order and started anew. I had been looking at the SV650FE (full fairing and ABS) but those are not out yet either. I also looked at the ZZR600. What sold me on the FZ6 was the riding position and the great motor. I spent the weekend getting used to riding again and begining the break in process. After 185 miles this weekend I've got a few toys on order. 1) an Akrapovic exhaust (hopefully its not too loud), Race Tech springs, stainless steel brake lines and a Puig windscreen. Over all I'm very impressed with the bike and its a blast to ride. I'm looking forward to the Forum and learning more about the bike. Pete

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madmanmaigret Mad like crazy not angry Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Sarasota, FL Bike: 08 FZ6 Cobalt Blue (fastest color from FZ1) Posts: 1,750 Rep Power: 983 Member #1085	first off let me start by saying Thanks for all you have done and will do for this great country. ok back to the subject at hand: welcome to the forums and back to riding! sounds like you have a great project starting with that mod list (i'm jealous) make sure to keep us updated with your progress.

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Botch I.Y.A.A.Y.A.S!! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ogden UT Bike: FZ-6, 2007 Blue Posts: 1,442 Rep Power: 21 Member #227	Thank you for your service, and welcome to the site!

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rgatling Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Round Rock, TX Bike: 2007 FZ6 Posts: 23 Rep Power: 4 Member #1198	Welcome, and thanks for your service! The FZ6 is a great bike. I'm in Round Rock and a couple of us in the TSBA have FZ6s. Take a look at the forum here Texas Sport Bike Association - Powered by vBulletin if you want to hook up with us for a ride.

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Hellgate Super Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Austin, Texas Bike: 2007 FZ6 Posts: 3,306 Rep Power: 59 Member #1191	Thanks for the warm welcomes, this looks like a super forum composed of a lot of great members. I received word today that the toys will begin arriving tomorrow, with the exhaust first! Photos to follow. Small note on the Race Tech springs, they do not have a p/n for an 07/08 yet, however RT said to pull the stock springs, measure the length and diameter and they'll make a set for me. Too cool. The fork looks to me to be the one weak point in the bike, too soft for me. Thanks again everyone!

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Circe Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Foster City, CA Bike: 2005 FZ6 Posts: 33 Rep Power: 5 Member #568	Hi Pete! Welcome home warrior! And welcome to the board!

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