R6 headers... Did I get the right ones?!?!? - Yamaha FZ6R Forums - International FZ6R / XJ6 Motorcycle Community Forum

xplodnstar · 10-26-2009, 07:34 PM

Hey guys, did anyone who put on the R6 headers have any of the following problems?

- Header pipes do not completely insert into the engine ports.
- Therefore flanges cannot be tightened flush to the engine.
- Rear mounting bracket does not line up to bracket on the bike.

I got my headers on eBay, so I can't be absolutely sure I got the right ones. If no one else had these problems when installing their 03 - 05 R6 headers, then I know I've got the wrong item.

Thanks for the input.

cbzdel · 10-26-2009, 09:27 PM

I am fairly certain everyone had the problem with the rear bracket. do you know the history of the headers? was there an accident that could of warped them?

You have the correct years, there was even a post that said the 2000 and up versions worked I believe it was stroked or stoked or something like that who said it..

xplodnstar · 10-26-2009, 09:36 PM

I have no idea of the history. The post was very short and didn't have much info. The headers came with the mid-pipe torn off. There was still some remnants clamped on the header pipe.

I know I bought the right year, but i don't know for certain that the poster put it up right, so I figured I'd ask you guys.

So, the bracket had the same problem..... Anyone have any issues with the pipes? I might just need to do more "nudging", but I thought I should ask before putting them on permanently.

Oh, and one other thing that was an issue for me, the bottom black fairing piece does not fit with them on. Is that normal?

stroke · 10-27-2009, 06:52 PM

yea i had the same problem with my headers in the fact that they didnt look like they fit snug in the engine.. Also on the 99' and under models have a lip that sticks out between the middle pipes that doesnt allow for the front fairing to be put back on.. Thats what happened to mine.. But as for the little spaces between the headers and the engine is pretty normal for older headers on a new bike...

cavcuz05 · 10-29-2009, 03:41 PM

i only have one port that leaks but just bearly

10-26-2009, 07:34 PM	#1 (permalink)
xplodnstar Moderator Bike: FZ6R - White Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 423 Thanks: 81 Thanked 100 Times in 62 Posts	R6 headers... Did I get the right ones?!?!? Hey guys, did anyone who put on the R6 headers have any of the following problems? - Header pipes do not completely insert into the engine ports. - Therefore flanges cannot be tightened flush to the engine. - Rear mounting bracket does not line up to bracket on the bike. I got my headers on eBay, so I can't be absolutely sure I got the right ones. If no one else had these problems when installing their 03 - 05 R6 headers, then I know I've got the wrong item. Thanks for the input. __________________ FZ6R White - FE, Wheel Stripes, Flush Blinkers, Heated Grips, Handlebar Helmet Lock, Custom Garage Door Opener, Tank Pad, Corbin Seat, Pink Running Light over Headlight, White LEDs in Headlight, IRC Sliders, LED taillight bulb, Scorpio Alarm, HID Headlight, RT Lowering Link, Pilot Road 2 Tires. (On the way - FZ6 Headers & slip-on, Glowing Windscreen Picture, Stealth Radar Detector, Pink Accent LEDs) Do stickers count?

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cbzdel Super Moderator Bike: 2009 FZ6R Join Date: May 2009 Location: Tacoma, WA Posts: 1,061 Thanks: 37 Thanked 222 Times in 105 Posts	I am fairly certain everyone had the problem with the rear bracket. do you know the history of the headers? was there an accident that could of warped them? You have the correct years, there was even a post that said the 2000 and up versions worked I believe it was stroked or stoked or something like that who said it.. __________________ 2009 De-Badged Raven FZ6R Mods: Intuitive Racing Sliders // Competition Werkes FE // Camcorder & GPS Mounts // Motrax Flush Mounts // Pazzo Shorties // K&N Air & Oil Filters // 6000k HID Kit // Red Wheel Stripes // Tank Slapper Kit // Oberon Fuel Tank Cap / /Axio Tail Bag // +1 Front Sprocket // Integrated Smoked LED Tail Light //

10-26-2009, 09:36 PM	#3 (permalink)
xplodnstar Moderator Bike: FZ6R - White Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Corona, CA Posts: 423 Thanks: 81 Thanked 100 Times in 62 Posts	I have no idea of the history. The post was very short and didn't have much info. The headers came with the mid-pipe torn off. There was still some remnants clamped on the header pipe. I know I bought the right year, but i don't know for certain that the poster put it up right, so I figured I'd ask you guys. So, the bracket had the same problem..... Anyone have any issues with the pipes? I might just need to do more "nudging", but I thought I should ask before putting them on permanently. Oh, and one other thing that was an issue for me, the bottom black fairing piece does not fit with them on. Is that normal? __________________ FZ6R White - FE, Wheel Stripes, Flush Blinkers, Heated Grips, Handlebar Helmet Lock, Custom Garage Door Opener, Tank Pad, Corbin Seat, Pink Running Light over Headlight, White LEDs in Headlight, IRC Sliders, LED taillight bulb, Scorpio Alarm, HID Headlight, RT Lowering Link, Pilot Road 2 Tires. (On the way - FZ6 Headers & slip-on, Glowing Windscreen Picture, Stealth Radar Detector, Pink Accent LEDs) Do stickers count?

10-27-2009, 06:52 PM	#4 (permalink)
stroke Member Bike: 2009 FZ6R Yahama Blue Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Alabama Posts: 79 Thanks: 3 Thanked 12 Times in 7 Posts	yea i had the same problem with my headers in the fact that they didnt look like they fit snug in the engine.. Also on the 99' and under models have a lip that sticks out between the middle pipes that doesnt allow for the front fairing to be put back on.. Thats what happened to mine.. But as for the little spaces between the headers and the engine is pretty normal for older headers on a new bike... __________________ Blue Fz6r: Smoked Windscreen, Seat Cowl, Harris Grips, 6000k HID Headlight, LED Kit, Trojan Mirrors Blue Wheel Stripes front and rear flush turn signals and counting.. Like good music? Check out my music page please! www.myspace.com/brandonstrother add me if you enjoy!

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cavcuz05 Senior Member Bike: 2009 RAVEN FZ6R Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Jacksonville FL Posts: 728 Thanks: 53 Thanked 145 Times in 89 Posts	i only have one port that leaks but just bearly

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