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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Re: Project ZX6R

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You need to get it like the George white special you had. That was a nice bike with some tidy extras fitted.
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That had about £1200's worth of bling on it. Probably more. Even the bar ends were Akraprovic.
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The new mirrors. They look plastic in these photos but they're metal. Fully adjustable.

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What was wrong with the original ones ?
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Blade wrote:What was wrong with the original ones ?

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In still amazed you've done so little to the sx, I know you said you wouldn't but....

The mirrors look good, need to see them on the bike really
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If I start on the SX it won't stop :D
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I know you like your bling but didn't know if the last ones were damaged or similar.
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No, I've got a brand new set with the white plastics. They're currently on the bike. I'll swap them over this week and see what they look like.

The rizoma grips are on but I need to tweak the cables as there's too much play in the throttle.
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I like 'em. The look well made and anything with great function wins for me.
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This is what you want 8) best looking zx6r I have ever seen (happy)

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I like the look of the new mirrors Kwacky. Must update us when you have put them on the bike [SMILING FACE WITH SMILING EYES]
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The mirrors don't fit. The holes are about 1mm out which is putting pressure on the fairing. I reckon it'll crack over time.

I'm not going to risk a nose cone for some mirrors.
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Wise decision Kwacky. Bloody aftermarket kits never fit perfectly do they. Makes you wonder where they get their bloody measurements from!!
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What make are the mirrors ? That's shouldn't have happened. Trust you can get an exchange or refund.
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Refund is requested. I paid by paypal so there won't be an issue.
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You ordering Rizoma this time ;) you know they will be a perfect fit and you can admire them on every ride (y)
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If it's just 1mm couldn't you slighty slot the holes in the nose cone, it'll be only 1/2 mm on each hole so almost unnoticeable with mirrors removed, and fitted the mirror fittings will cover it all anyways?

But I'd only bother if you really like the mirrors.
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I prefer not to start messing around with the plastics. The mirrors were sold as zx6r mirrors so the seller can sort the problem out.
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Kwacky I have no idea how much you paid for the original item but are these any good ?

I get all my Rizoma stuff from MSR and they normally always offer at least 10-15% disocunt.

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