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Hey there...
 
Had the FZ 07 since about July 2015...went from a Suzuki M90 to the FZ and it's a nice, nimble change that was required due to moving down a dirt road.  ;)
I've added these mods to make my 45m or so commute into Austin easier
 
SHAD 36L Cases
http://www.shadonline.com/SHAD-SH36-SIDE-CASES-p/d0b3600.htm
On the SHAD 3P mounting kit
http://www.shadonline.com/shad-side-case.../y0mt74if.htm
VStream Shield that is a must for highway speeds
http://www.nationalcycle.com/.../2015yamahafz07/n20315.html
Handguards w/LEDs
http://www.twistedthrottle.com/sw-motech-kobra-handguards-for-yamaha-fz-07-14-15-fz-09-14-15-xt1200z-super-tenere-13-15-xjr1300-15
Tail Tidy
https://evotech-performance.com/products/yamaha-fz-07-2013-onwards-tail-tidy
Engine guards
http://www.motomachines.com/Hepco-Becker-Engine-Guard--Yamaha-MT-07-FZ07_p_4700.html
Shorty levers
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014P4ADDA
Rear axle sliders
http://www.oesaccessories.com/store/p32/Yamaha_FZ07_Rear_Axle_Sliders_2015-2017.html
Tank bag (strapped)
https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/cortech-super-20-low-profile-tank-bag?gclid=CjwKEAjwrMzHBRDW3saA88aT80MSJACbvo1T0Aqj9zGNGO4a3LSuObTStsC9uenkGlOLNi1OE_nZ2RoC4izw_wcB
 
ummm..what else...?  
I have a wish list as well of other stuff
Driving lights
brake/head lamp modulators
comfort seat
Wanna donate?  :)  j/k
 
Glad to be here.  Looking to see what you guys have one and might do to these great little bikes.  
 
Nice to meet ya!
 
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Nice. A solid and comfortable looking set up. Always loved that H&B crash bar too. Welcome!
 
 
Some lighting options....
 
Fantastic for ultra low power usage and being conspicuous. I have 6x flanking my windcsreen...
https://www.bikevis.com/product/bikevis-bullets-v2-motorcycle-running-lights/
 
Arent cheap and there definitely are less pricey pods out there but they are excellent and bulletproof quality, led spots and fogs. 4x of these stacked in twos, mounted low on the forks...
https://www.motorcycleinnovations.ca/product_p/tt-dm.htm
 
Love my lighting projects. Anything I can do to be seen out there. ;)  
 
I'd suggest a rad guard for your wishlist. Members have fabricated their own with really nice results at a fraction of the cost.
 
Stay safe out there.
 

Crush your enemies. See them driven before you. Hear the lamentations of their women.          Fuss Life.

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Excellent! Thx for the links on the lights!
I've thought about the guard...prob a very good idea.
Off to check out those lights!

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Welcome!

Instagram: @meekmade | You don't need to flat foot a bike to ride it.

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July 2015? What took you so long to get here? :D
 
Welcome!
 
How do you deal with not being able to lock the Shad side cases? I'd be leery of leaving my helmet in the side case if it can't be secured.
Edit: Nevermind I spoke with SHAD and see that "All SHAD Cases are fully lockable so the contents are 100% locked."

DewMan
 
Just shut up and ride.

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hey,
 
Question to the fellow (07) bikers from Austin. I'll be moving in to Austin for 4 months starting end of August and was wondering if there is any chance to rent/buy some cheap bike/scooter there? I should probably also mention that I live in Ireland, and I'm not American (so I expect the insurance to be a killer in majority of scenarios).

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A little late but welcome and congrats? Did you get it at Woods Fun Center? How you liking it so far?

Beemer

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disappointingtexan
hey, 
Question to the fellow (07) bikers from Austin. I'll be moving in to Austin for 4 months starting end of August and was wondering if there is any chance to rent/buy some cheap bike/scooter there? I should probably also mention that I live in Ireland, and I'm not American (so I expect the insurance to be a killer in majority of scenarios).
 
 
A couple options for bike rentals. This one has good reviews: https://lonestarmotorentals.com.
 
Also Flash Motorbikes is doing scooter rentals now. It's a great little mechanic shop here. http://flashmotorbikes.com
 
Also insurance is wayyy cheaper here compared to my Canadian homies anyway. You need a lot less in guaranteed coverage, so most of the higher cost is pretty optional. I pay about $150 a year for my FZ07 with USAA/Progressive. Up from $77 a year for my Zuma 125 scooter.
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@disappointingtexan
 
That looks good. Links much appreciated. The insurance in Ireland is a killer.

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disappointingtexan
@disappointingtexan 
That looks good. Links much appreciated. The insurance in Ireland is a killer.
 
 
Hey also just check out what's up on Craigslist. Lots of people in the Austin/San Antonio general area selling bikes, especially as it gets hotter this summer. Probably could find an ok deal if you go for buying. Even a few 07s on there.
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