Things a new bike owner needs to consider

[pilotguy299]

The number one item on the thing a new bike owner needs to consider list is TO NOT HAVE A CO-OWNER!.

fixt for you... lol

[53driver]

Another thread just reminded me of this one:

Check your suspension pre-load and know how to use it.

[jm21ddd15]

Think about your physical condition, before buying the F6. If you can maneuver a 900 lb machine around safely, and back it up manually, in and out of tight spots, with or with out a passenger, then yes buy the bike. It is a great bike!

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Forum Members - my goal here is to amalgamate our 1000s of years' experience with the F6B to help new owners, be it a new bike with 000000 on the odo, or a used ride that is "new to them."

Things we put in every new post from someone welcoming them aboard.
Like:

- Check your final drive oil and don't change it until the Owners Manual says to do so.
- Get your seat and footpegs squared away before your windscreen
- BigLry's "break-in" advice
- LgJhn's air intake modification with air cleaner change
- Paint is not the best feature on this bike
- Come to the rally
- Do the radio-key thing for the bags/gas cap/accessory cubby
-etc.

Please populate this thread with all your good ideas and I'll make it a "Sticky"

Much thanks in advance!
Cheers,
Steve

Good idea but we should keep in mind that some our "recommendations" are completely subjective, and don't recommend anything that might void the warranty. Even a simple thing like changing out OEM to LED lighting. Ask me how I know.

[GaTeach]

Start up/Warm up?

[53driver]

Good idea but we should keep in mind that some our "recommendations" are completely subjective, and don't recommend anything that might void the warranty. Even a simple thing like changing out OEM to LED lighting. Ask me how I know.

Good point! There are the disclaimers....but since you brought it up, i will ask: OEM to LED lighting voided a warranty?
PLEASE elaborate!

Thanks,
Steve

[53driver]

Start up/Warm up?

Yup - that's a good one!

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Good point! There are the disclaimers....but since you brought it up, i will ask: OEM to LED lighting voided a warranty?
PLEASE elaborate!

Thanks,
Steve

I don't want to break up this good thread so I'll send you a PM.

[Old Ryder]

I don't want to break up this good thread so I'll send you a PM.

Please copy me, too please.

[53driver]

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