Fazer Owners HOT POOP
(The New (and not so new) Fazer Owner's reference page)
(Version 14 May 2004)
The FOC-U message board is a wonderful source of all those hints and tips and general
snippets of information that we all need from time to time. Trouble is, it's all too
common for someone to need a piece of info which has dropped off the bottom of the
front page just a few days previously - leading to some poor sod getting berated for
asking something that everybody was talking about only last week when all he had was
a perfectly innocent enquiry.
So it occurred to me a while back that it might be a good idea to collect the more
useful and common bits into one place which can be easily navigated to and (reasonably
easily) searched for the tip you're looking for. And here we are.
I've also chucked in a few extra bits that I've come about through (sometimes bitter)
personal experience.
I'm not trying to cover mods here - there's a very good page for mods on the FOC-U
website. And I'm not covering how to ride the thing either - plenty of people around
to help with that. Or wheelies, stoppies, or anything else that isn't help with common
problems.
As I start on it it’s not exactly exhaustive. I’ve put in the bits I can easily
remember (or track down without having to dig too deep on the board). I hope that over
time it will grow (missus) - as more things come to my attention, then with luck
they'll get added here.
Lum
July 2003
Blimey -
views since July 28 2003. How chuffed am I?
(Thanks to
for that)
INDEX:
Assorted Problems
BATTERIES
NEW: The Car and Deep Cycle Battery FAQ (Well worth a peruse - very useful reference info on batteries)
Pete T's Battery Masterclass
Battery Suppliers
BODYWORK AND FAIRING
Pattern Fairings
Why is there a grommet on the side of the front mudguard?
Rear Mudguard Tip
Annoying Vibration from Fairing
Fairing Repairs the Rubbermat Way
BRAKES
Rubbermat's Binding Brakes Fix
Changing Rear Pads
Blue Dot Calipers on Rear (600s only)
CHAINS AND SPROCKETS
Adjusting the Chain Tension
Chain Tension - Why it Matters
Checking the Chain Wear
Standard Sizes
Effect of Changing
Suppliers of Alternatives
Front Sprocket Nut
Why does spray-on chain lube always fly off?
ELECTRICAL ISSUES
Misfires and Rough Running (AKA 'Engines that Run Poorly in Winter')
Replacement Spark Plug Caps
How do you set the clock?
What’s that ticking noise from under the tank when I turn my ignition on?
TPS (Throttle Position Sensor)
HEADLIGHTS
BATTERIES
SPEEDO
ENGINE
Adjusting the Clutch
Noisy Camchain
Changing the Oil
Fitting Engine Bars
FUEL TANK/SYSTEM
Rough Running on Cold Days (Carb Icing)
Capacity by model
Breather problem on early models (pre 2000)
What’s that ticking noise from under the tank when I turn my ignition on?
HEADLIGHTS
Overview
Adjustment
Bulbs - Types, Recommendations and Suppliers
Curing rattling 'bit' in LH (H1) light - pre-02 models
Removing the cowl over the L/H bulb (98-00 models)
Headlight mod (98-01 model)
Reflector Coating Lifting
SPARE PARTS
Where can I get second hand parts?
Where can I get pattern parts?
How About Replacement Spark Plug Caps
SPEEDO
Description
Cautionary Notes for Front Wheel Removal/Replacement
My Speedo's Playing Up
Resistance Readings for Good Speedo Sensor
Speedo and Tacho Die When Lights Switched On
Problems with the Odo/Clock Reset Switch
SUSPENSION
Overview
Front End Mods
Rear End Mods
Suspension : Setup Advice
Suspension : Front Fork Alignment
TPS
Description
Adjusting tool details
How to Adjust
WHEELS & TYRES
Odd Notes Concerning Wheel Removal and Tyre Replacement
Sizes
Popular Fitments
Front Wheel Wobble - description, and possible causes
What sort of mileages?
Fitting Wider Tyres
Repairs and Sealants - pros and cons
Wheel Bearing Sizes
MISCELLANEOUS
Can I find a Fazer manual online?
Difficulties getting it onto the mainstand
What is the weight of and maximum load for the Fazer?
Taking Kids as Pillions
Where do those message board nickames come from?
So why's it called HOT POOP?
Places To Stay in Europe
France
Germany
Holland
FAZER THOU CORNER
Problems
(If you can't find what you're looking for below, have a closer look above)
Rough Running on Cold Days (Carb Icing)
Misfires and Rough Running (AKA 'Engines that Run Poorly in Winter')
I Need Replacement Spark Plug Caps
Battery Problems
Annoying Vibration from Fairing
I've Cracked My Fairing
My Brakes Are Binding
My Chain's Too Slack/Tight
My Chain Lube Always Flies Off
Clutch Needs Adjusting
Noisy Camchain
Hissing Noise When I Open My Petrol Cap
My Mk1's Headlights Are Rubbish
My Speedo's Playing Up
My Handlebars Wobble When I Ride No-Handed
I Can't Get It Onto The Mainstand
My Tacho Needle's Doing Strange Things