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I poke around in some of the other forums, like the FZ1, R1 and R6. Every once in a while someone will mention the 8. Frequently, the comments are along the line of the 8 "needs more grunt". I don't know, but every time I crank the throttle on the 8, it just takes a few seconds and I'm...

Thought some might find this informational. I recently sent a question to Ohlins USA about how the S46DR1 (YA 009) shock correlates to rider weight. The following is their response: Öhlins rear shock springs are typically set-up as follows: Stock spring: fits a dressed rider weight of 176#...

Not trying to start another dreaded suspension thread. Just have a couple of questions: Has anyone put either a Penske 8975DB or 8983 (remote reservoir) shock on their 8? If so, were there any "fit" issues?

Obviously, my hands are bigger than most Japanese. Currently trying to unplug the 4 pin black connector for the O2 sensor, so that I may plug-in the PC O2 optimizer. I have read the How To on the PC V install, and this question was not covered. For you experienced Power Commander V installers...

Hello All I have seen a few post about windscreens on this forum - some positive/some negative. We can all agree to disagree. I'll cut to the chase. This post is actually directed at those FZ8 owners in Southern California (specifically the Montebello area). I recently ran across the...

Thought I would introduce myself and offer a few observations on my FZ8. I am a 59 year old rider that came back to motorcycles after a 37 year hiatus. A few months back, my daughter was involved in a non-injury auto accident, and as a result, I gave her my car. Since my wife and I were now...