Hybrid Revisited

[fzrbrandon]

The FZR 600 IS a six speed.

Uh, yeah Freeze. All 600s are 6-speeds. You may want to have a closer look at your tranny buddy!

[mrfreeze5]

The FZR 600 IS a six speed.

that was always my belief. But my bike is not. Ive got 1 down 4 up. I dunno. It seems to work, so Im not going to complain. Theres no binding or grinding, it just stops, like trying to downshift from first gear. But the speed is pretty close to what it should be, but then again, the gearing is so close with the 14/47, at that range, one shift doesnt make a drastic difference in RPMs. Thats a problem for the winter. It was the same way before I installed the FP shift kit too, so I know that was not a factor. But I am going to replace my clutch this winter too, so Ill take a closer look then.

[reelrazor]

that was always my belief. But my bike is not. Ive got 1 down 4 up. I dunno. It seems to work, so Im not going to complain. Theres no binding or grinding, it just stops, like trying to downshift from first gear. But the speed is pretty close to what it should be, but then again, the gearing is so close with the 14/47, at that range, one shift doesnt make a drastic difference in RPMs. Thats a problem for the winter. It was the same way before I installed the FP shift kit too, so I know that was not a factor. But I am going to replace my clutch this winter too, so Ill take a closer look then.

It's the truth. 6 speeds.
weird that yours doesn't have it. That would rive me nuts. Even with your sprocket combo, 5th to 6th wil drop your revs a decent amount.

[Genesis]

Even with your sprocket combo, 5th to 6th wil drop your revs a decent amount.

Very very true, I would put up HIGH on my todo list this winter.

[mrfreeze5]

A few new pics. I got the powdercoated bolts from TK and they look great. They look better than the alloy bolts and have more luster and I can actually torque them so I dont leak oil anymore. I also got the revised upper mount bolt for the crash rails and got them installed. The muffler mount is done and I have an appt for first thing fri morning to get my midpipe made. Finally. So long as the weather cooperates. My buddy's FZR is sleeping over while I clean the carbs and replace the boots and find out why its running poorly. I was suprised to see some of the differences when theyre parked next to each other.

[mrfreeze5]

Oh yeah, I went for a ride today, and Im pretty sure it has 6 gears, I wasnt really paying attention. I had a brain fart.

[thatkid]

Yay, glad they made it ok. And quick too. Minus my side of it. Crash rail bolt go in no problems?

[mrfreeze5]

Yay, glad they made it ok. And quick too. Minus my side of it. Crash rail bolt go in no problems?

No problems that couldnt be solved by a gentle massage from the hammer and a right angled screwdriver. Sometime soon, I want to get another one of those bolts. For the eventuality that something happens, namely a crash, Id like to be able to replace it without having to wait to have a new one made.

[thatkid]

Yay, glad they made it ok. And quick too. Minus my side of it. Crash rail bolt go in no problems?

No problems that couldnt be solved by a gentle massage from the hammer and a right angled screwdriver. Sometime soon, I want to get another one of those bolts. For the eventuality that something happens, namely a crash, Id like to be able to replace it without having to wait to have a new one made.

That one shouldn't break in a crash since it's a solid piece. Any force should be channeled through the rail and into the frame mount. But once I get back up and running I'll get on making bolts.

[mrfreeze5]

I dont forsee it breaking either, I just want a backup since its custom. Let me know when youre set up for them.

[zero9243]

damn that's a sexy bike

[mrfreeze5]

I finally got my midpipe made this morning! About 45min work and less than $45 total cost, Im pretty happy with it. I still need to paint it, but the muffler fits nicely now.

[mrfreeze5]

Finally got a pic snapped of me on the bike as I am about to leave. Its nothing special, but it makes me happy dammit.

[ragedigital]

but it makes me happy dammit.

And that, folks, is what it's all about...

The bike looks great - I'd be proud to ride it!

[sweekster]

What? No mohawk for the helmet? Lame...