ninjaboy311
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posted June 18, 2008 10:11 AM
Just got back from checking mine. Mine is a race bike only, so I brought it in my trailer. The shop grabbed their tools and did the inspection in my trailer with me overlooking them. All torque values were correct, and no cracks were seen. I have over 600 drag strip passes on this bike, so I know I put alot of stress on my frame, but everything checked out ok for mine. Good luck to everyone who hasn't checked theirs yet!!
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northmedic
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posted June 18, 2008 11:46 AM
 Edited By: northmedic on 18 Jun 2008 12:50
other then an error that indicated my bike failed , as the mechanic didnt remove the muzzy airshifter upper nut and couldent break the bolt free , once done all checked out . My swing arm nut was checked and re torqed lol i was in the show room when that happened
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MJ
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posted June 18, 2008 11:55 PM
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other then an error that indicated my bike failed , as the mechanic didnt remove the muzzy airshifter upper nut and couldent break the bolt free , once done all checked out . My swing arm nut was checked and re torqed lol i was in the show room when that happened
So the mechanic couldn't tell the airshifter was stopping the engine mount bolt from turning?!? Those mounts are right out in the open on both sides of the bike....sounds pretty lame to me.....jeez  I did my own recall work and its pretty damn hard to mistake either of the engine mount bolts for the swingarm bolt. Sounds like thats the typical shop, with a youngster who knows less than most bike owners, wrenching on customer rides. I bet they could REALLY screw a frame swap up if given half a chance lol
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shane661
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posted June 19, 2008 05:28 AM
Edited By: shane661 on 19 Jun 2008 06:30
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other then an error that indicated my bike failed , as the mechanic didnt remove the muzzy airshifter upper nut and couldent break the bolt free , once done all checked out . My swing arm nut was checked and re torqed lol i was in the show room when that happened
The mechanic should not have attempted to loosen the bolt without removing the shifter. The nut side is where the bolt is to be loosened. If you try to loosen it from the bolt side it can crack the frame.
It sounds like you dodged a bullet there! Whew!
For anyone who attempts to do this themselves...DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LOOSEN THE BOLT FROM THE SIDE THAT REQUIRES AN ALLEN TO TURN! TURNING THE BOLT HEAD COUNTERCLOCKWISE WLL BACK OUT THE MOUNTING COLLAR AND MIGHT CRACK THE FRAME!
Ok, sorry to yell that, but it may save a frame.
Shane
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sj1400
Novice Class
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posted June 20, 2008 05:12 AM
Had the recall done thurs-passed torque with no cracks present.
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faz
Parking Attendant
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posted June 20, 2008 03:20 PM
Had the recall done at the local dealer, passed no problems. They had done 6+ other bikes, all passed.
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lowcel
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Happy on 2 wheels.
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posted June 20, 2008 03:26 PM
I just received my letter today. I'm afraid to take my bike in to be looked at. Not only does this shop take forever to do anything, I really don't trust them. I don't have a good reason to not trust them, I just don't.
Anyway, about how long does it take for them to check out the frame? Something tells me they will have me to bring my bike in on a Monday and get around to checking it towards the end of the week.
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mugsymd
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posted June 20, 2008 03:41 PM
One of the original ZX-14 owners - 2006, built in March 2006 - I had my bike inspected where I bought it in Elizabeth City, NC - and it PASSED - I'm glad because I rode 50 miles with my son on the back and would have had to figure out a way home! My bike also only has 2100 miles and I don't ride it hard - and really only ride it occassionally.
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1988 K1
1991 FatBoy
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2005 K1200S
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kawabunga
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posted June 20, 2008 04:38 PM
It's about a fifteen minute procedure. The dealer should just roll you right in and get it done pronto.
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jeff martin
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jamming
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posted June 20, 2008 07:33 PM
Mine checked out today. YEA ! 07 no mechanical mods !
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jeff martin
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jamming
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posted June 20, 2008 07:34 PM
Mine checked out today. ! 07 no mechanical mods !
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kspz3
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posted June 25, 2008 04:15 AM
Mine is getting the engine pulled - should hear back soon.
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Sticks_n_Stones
Needs a job
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posted June 25, 2008 09:15 AM
Visually checked mine myself, am waiting for the dealer to get rid of his backlog so my bike isn't sitting around for no reason. Decided to "test" the frame last weekend, but the only thing that failed was my back tire.  
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zel777
Parking Attendant
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posted June 25, 2008 10:27 AM
I took mine today, I passed!! now i can start saving gas again!!!
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43 tooth Vortex Rear
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Hawkman
Zone Head
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posted June 25, 2008 01:59 PM
Tech that inspected my bike also did a visual check of the weld with a flashlight. Pass.
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zx6reaker
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posted June 26, 2008 07:29 AM
Inspected today...torque good no cracks...what a relief
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hopeitsfast
Novice Class
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posted June 26, 2008 02:32 PM
Just got back from dealer. 06,8500 miles passed no problems. ( also got some pilot powers installed. Can't wait to test them out!)
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countersteer
Needs a job
Didn't read the owners manual
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posted June 26, 2008 06:07 PM
sticks, i dont think anyone is impressed by your tire. 
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Long Island, New York
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Billzx14
Parking Attendant
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posted June 26, 2008 08:06 PM
16 Days in the shop they had to pull the engine to check for cracks none. Still making list of parts they damage. They only pay 4.8 Hrs to do the job, darn overpaid Techs
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Bluelightning
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posted June 26, 2008 09:46 PM
Yup Billzx14 know that feeling, waiting for my new Brock's Gen 3 can that they dented on my bike. Shop was good about it, no arguement they knew they dented the can and other than a few scratches that I polished seems more or less the same. Under the plastic no idea how they put it together.
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Sticks_n_Stones
Needs a job
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posted June 27, 2008 09:41 AM
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sticks, i dont think anyone is impressed by your tire.
heh heh you would be if you where riding behind me when I was sliding it around the corners. But the point is, get out and ride the damn bikes and stop worrying about it! Even you gotta agree with that. The way I ride, a chance of that frame cracking between my visual checks is the least of my worries.
Putting my 2CT's on today, so that should nearly eliminate the sliding issue. Until I get used to the better grip and start pushing there limits. Oh yeah, the 1098S and Aprilia Factory that were trying to follow me gave me a new nickname: "The big crazy fucker who rides his 14 like a 600". heh heh some day I'll regret that I fear...
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PCIII w/ Muzzy map
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bigdtd
Needs a job
Interceptors
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posted June 27, 2008 02:38 PM
i agree
ride the f'in thing
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diverig
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posted June 27, 2008 06:52 PM
Mine passed no problem.
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cous
Parking Attendant
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posted June 28, 2008 08:27 AM
mine passed test today but still dont have confidence in bike what happens if frame cracks and warranty is over iguess we will see i almost trade on new busa today did not want to lose that much money
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cous
Parking Attendant
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posted June 28, 2008 08:30 AM
my bike passed inspection today still feel unsafe on bike probably trade on busa
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