Project ZX6R

From a simple respray to a full blown rebuild or restoration, post some pics in here so we can all admire your work.
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Kwacky have a look at Arrow as the decat pipe for my bike was only £60 and we have the same exhaust end can.

Find the part number on the Arrow website and than stick it in eBay and one of the Italian dealers will have one for £60 ish.
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Oh I see Monty in that case what you suggested is definitely the best option.
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Gorgeous Kwacky
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All being well the tank and cowl are being picked up on Wednesday. So I'll try and swap them over on Saturday or Sunday.
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With and without flash

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The colour is spot on. It's got a real depth to it as well. It really sparkles in the sunlight.
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Kwacky that will look great when it's all fitted on.
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I got as far as switching the rear cowl when the heaven's opened. The front mudguard was done in the rain but I'm not going to attempt the petrol tank while it's pissing it down.
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Bored watching the rain, so I polished the tank

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get it in my garage ,you havent got to worry about the weather then
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I'll give you a shout if the weather gets in the way
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The painter has sent me a photo of the tank during prep.
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Got the crash bungs fitted yesterday.

Not long to go now.

All being well she'll be making an appearance at one of the ride outs next week.
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Oh you little tease! When will we see the whole bike!?
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Monday :D
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Looking forward to it [SMILING FACE WITH OPEN MOUTH]
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Took the ninja into work.

The brakes fell stonking.

The suspension feels stiff but I've been on the sx since April. It's going to get a refresh and I might change the rear shock. This model is known for having stiff suspension which is what makes it so good on the track. Rumours are the newer 636 is the opposite, making it brilliant on the road but not that good as a fast track tool.

The fuelling could do with a tweak so the link pipe and power commander is going to happen next year.

I'm not keen on the crash bungs, they stick out too far. I bought them as you don't have to cut the fairing but I might bite the bullet and go for the R and G aero ones, but that means cutting the frame.
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I sincerely hope you mean cutting the fairings not the frame (shocked)
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