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Beknatok · 02-10-2008, 11:47 AM

Hi all - so yesterday I was at the Cycleworld International show, checking out a variety of motorcycles, and fell in love upon discovering the FZ6.

A little background, I'm a cruiser rider at heart, but have always been interested in sport-touring motorcycles. I'm a proud owner of a Kawasaki Vulcan 800 Classic for the last 4 years, and have always wanted to add to the family. Sitting on the FZ6, it felt right for me - a perfect mix of comfort, styling, and sex appeal!

I eagerly started to do online research last night, when I stumbled upon these forums. Am looking forward to getting to know folks here, and hopefully learning a ton!

As always, ride safe!

**christod1** · 02-10-2008, 12:38 PM

Hi. mate and welcome....

penguinbiker8 · 02-10-2008, 12:45 PM

chi town reppin

JONAC · 02-10-2008, 01:58 PM

WELCOME !!!!!

I popped in to chicago in 93 for a flying visit

Nice place ... Enjoy the forum

DefyInertia · 02-10-2008, 02:01 PM

Welcome.

<---living in Chicago as well.

You looking to buy new or used?

Bo67 · 02-10-2008, 02:04 PM

Welcome to the site!

Beknatok · 02-10-2008, 04:45 PM

Thanks for the welcome everyone!

Quote:

Originally Posted by DefyInertia

Welcome.

<---living in Chicago as well.

You looking to buy new or used?

At this point, I haven't made any solid decisions. Part of me is leaning towards a (slightly) used 2007, to take advantage of the various revisions that I'm seeing that occurred between 2006-2007. But on the other hand, in researching various accessories, I see that most seem to only be listed as being compatible with 2004-2006 - like lower fairings. So one of my first big questions is, are accessories marked for 2004-2006 compatibility, also compatible with 2007-2008 models?

DefyInertia · 02-10-2008, 04:50 PM

I think a used 2007 is an excellent choice.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beknatok

are accessories marked for 2004-2006 compatibility, also compatible with 2007-2008 models?

For the most part, yes. For example, a windscreen (faired) wouldn't be but a seat cowel or slip on exhaust would be. You'll have to check on an item by item basis but much of bike remained exactly the same.

ecurb · 02-10-2008, 05:21 PM

Welcome aboard. I think you'll find the FZ6 community at this site to be a hoot. Almost as much fun as the bike itself.

**Hellgate** · 02-10-2008, 05:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Beknatok

Thanks for the welcome everyone!

At this point, I haven't made any solid decisions. Part of me is leaning towards a (slightly) used 2007, to take advantage of the various revisions that I'm seeing that occurred between 2006-2007. But on the other hand, in researching various accessories, I see that most seem to only be listed as being compatible with 2004-2006 - like lower fairings. So one of my first big questions is, are accessories marked for 2004-2006 compatibility, also compatible with 2007-2008 models?

Welcome! Chicago is a great city! My sister lives there and I love to visit, however I have NO idea how the hell you survive winter.

For what it is worth, get an 07 and up. No offense to the 04 to 06 guys, the 07 have a few upgrades that are nice, swing arm, FI mapping, brakes (the brakes are killer), I like the fairing better.

As far a goodies there is a pretty good selection, an R6 has way more stuff to choose from however.

All in all, a great all around bike.

02-10-2008, 11:47 AM	#1 (permalink)
Beknatok Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Bolingbrook, IL Bike: 2007 Yamaha FZ6 & 2000 Kawasaki Vulcan 800 Classic Posts: 101 Rep Power: 5 Member #1357	Hi from Chicagoland! Hi all - so yesterday I was at the Cycleworld International show, checking out a variety of motorcycles, and fell in love upon discovering the FZ6. A little background, I'm a cruiser rider at heart, but have always been interested in sport-touring motorcycles. I'm a proud owner of a Kawasaki Vulcan 800 Classic for the last 4 years, and have always wanted to add to the family. Sitting on the FZ6, it felt right for me - a perfect mix of comfort, styling, and sex appeal! I eagerly started to do online research last night, when I stumbled upon these forums. Am looking forward to getting to know folks here, and hopefully learning a ton! As always, ride safe!

02-10-2008, 01:58 PM	#4 (permalink)
JONAC ***** Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Doncaster UK Bike: Only in my dreams Posts: 791 Rep Power: 23 Member #305	WELCOME !!!!! I popped in to chicago in 93 for a flying visit Nice place ... Enjoy the forum __________________ Jonathan Currently BIKELESS !!!!!

02-10-2008, 02:01 PM	#5 (permalink)
DefyInertia Saratogian Moderator Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: San Francisco, CA Bike: '04 FZ6N - Silver Posts: 1,996 Rep Power: 56 Member #419	Welcome. <---living in Chicago as well. You looking to buy new or used? __________________ 2004 FZ6N / KTM 125 SX www.youtube.com/DefyInertia "Y'all Be Safe Out There" - KILLBOY My Rider Resume

02-10-2008, 02:04 PM	#6 (permalink)
Bo67 Bo Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Mountain Home, Idaho Bike: 2007 FZ6 Posts: 276 Rep Power: 929 Member #61	Welcome to the site! __________________ - Bo DYSLEXICS UNTIE! www.dyslexia.moc 2007 Red FZ6 1999 American Quarter Horse

02-10-2008, 05:21 PM	#9 (permalink)
ecurb Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Palm Bay, FL, USA Bike: 2007 Yamaha FZ6 Posts: 107 Rep Power: 33 Member #1268	Welcome aboard. I think you'll find the FZ6 community at this site to be a hoot. Almost as much fun as the bike itself. __________________ No great thing was ever accomplished without setback and failure along the way. Determination & persistence >> Success.

02-10-2008, 12:38 PM	#2 (permalink)
christod1 Just a member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rhodes, Greece Bike: Naked 07 FZ6 Posts: 487 Rep Power: 9 Member #967	Hi. mate and welcome....

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