2014 FZ6R with R6 Front End Conversion


jroc99

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HI everyone,

Seeing as the last R6 front end conversion thread is dead for like 7 years, and no proof or finalization of the finished product, other that some photoshop images that the guy posted, I have decided to do an R6 conversion myself. Also his conversion was on a naked XJ6 essentially, while I intended to do it on a completely full fairing 2014 FZ6R. I did like however, that he listed all the items on his first post, and I will do the same.

The other guy, did an ok job with years, makes and model info. But, I am going to get more in depth on the technical side with dimensions and measurements.
Not only that, but I will be filming the process on my YouTube channel.

The first question you are going to ask is why. Answer: I crashed my FZ6R and bent both front forks and it is something I have been contemplating for a while. Also I am looking for more adjustments in the front end with better braking.

But either way you can expect finalization from my end, either good or bad. Hopefully successful !

Thanks and stay tuned.

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jroc99

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Time Line

September 19, 2020 - Purchased partially damaged front end from 2005 R6 Raven including front wheel, rotors, calipers, inverted forks and triple trees. Fitment check seems ok except for the steering stem being about 10mm shorter thru the FZ6R steering head. Decided to go with it, we will try to make up for the 10mm somehow.
September 28, 2020 - Ordered the proper R6 top bearing conversion kit from All Balls Racing. This kit fits all years of R6 (2000-2018) according to their website.
October 1, 2020 - Ordered used 2005 R6 bottom triple tree from Ebay, as the one I had was damaged. This one looks in super good condition.
October 6, 2020 - Waiting on the top bearing kit and lower triple to arrive from the USA.
October 6, 2020 - Reached out to machine shop about a custom top triple tree to make up for the 10mm shorter stem.
October 11, 2020 - Top bearing kit and lower triple tree with stem has arrived from the USA.
October 19, 2020 - Starting weight and dimension measurements between the FZ6R and R6 components
November 3, 2020 - Received head bearing removal tool from amazon, and stock FZ6R head bearing raceway has been removed from the bike
November 7, 2020 - Installed all ballz racing R6 top bearing raceway on the FZ6R. Continuing to investigate the steering stem.
November 17, 2020 - R6 triple trees and R6 steering stem installed, testing for fitment and clearances to the fairings.
November 24,2020 - Clearances are all good. Continuing with the R6 fit up. Working on a few small items such as the Ignition Key switch
December 11, 2020 - FZ6R ignition key switch install in R6 top triple tree hits the frame, working on a solution. Also working on fixing my R6 forks.
December 16, 2020 - Don't want to spend the time repairing the old 2005 R6 forks. Set of 2008 used R6 forks, with front brake master cylinder, and ASV matching brake/clutch levers ordered.
December 27, 2020 - Set of Gold 2008 R6 forks have arrived, with R6 front brake master cylinder, and ASV Gold matching brake/clutch levers. Fresh new R6 seal kit ordered for forks.
January 5, 2021 - 2008 Gold forks are out getting a new set of fork seals & 2005 R6 top tree has been sent to a supplier to create riser clamps to accommodate FZ6R stock bars. Staying street fighter mode.
February 7, 2021 - New fork seal kit has been installed in the gold 2008 R6 forks, forks are ready to install.
February 20, 2021 - 2005 R6 top yoke has arrived back from the UK with the attachment that will allow the standard fz6r bars to be fitted.
February 21, 2021 - Cleaning up the 2005 R6 top yoke, new paint or powder coating - Completed
March 12, 2021 - 2008 R6 Forks installed in 2005 R6 triple trees. Moto-CNC Custom Yoke Conversion Kit installed. Stock FZ6R Bars Installed.
March 26, 2021 - 2005 R6 front wheel is at a shop being re-painted, I was able to sand out most of the curb rash on it.
April 3, 2021 - New R6 front fender ordered from MotoComposites
April 3, 2021 - In talks with Venhill on some new stainless steel brake lines.
April 8, 2021 - New 2008 R6 Carbon Front Fender has arrived.
April 10, 2021 - 2005 R6 Wheel has been repaired and painted. Looking at tire options.
April 29, 2021 - R6 Front wheel has been installed, R6 Brakes installed.
May 2, 2021 - Bike has been taken off the lift and is now on the ground. Working on getting the brake lines all finalized now.
June 14, 2021 - Brake Lines have been ordered from Venhill USA. Still waiting on parts from Woodcraft also. Part's have still not arrived.
July 4, 2021 - New Puig Bar Ends have arrived along with an FZ6R front reservoir cover and have been installed.
July 21, 2021 - No longer waiting on R6 brake lines, decided to test FZ6R lines and master cylinder. First real test ride will be today.
Aug 2, 2021 -First Test Ride is Complete.
Oct 2, 2021 - Braided Steel Lines have arrived from Venhill, trying to finalizing brake line mounting.
 
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jroc99

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Parts - 1st Attempt
Steering Stem - 2005 R6
Triple Trees - Top & Bottom 2005 R6
Inverted Forks - 2005 R6 (Forks are damaged and need complete new bottom tubes, 2008 R6 forks to be used for now)
Inverted Forks - 2008 R6
Front Fender - 2008 R6
Front Calipers - 2005 R6
Front Wheel / Rotors - 2005 R6
Front Master Brake Cylinder - 2008 R6
Clutch Level - 2008 R6
Moto-CNC R6 StreetFighter Conversion Kit - https://moto-cnc.com/yamaha-yzf-r6-top-yoke-conversion-2005 (Mine is the first in the world from Moto-Cnc)


Steering Head Bearings
Top (2005 R6) Conversion Kit = 30-47-12 (99-3540-5)
Bottom (2005 R6) - Same as stock FZ6R - No Change Required
 
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jroc99

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Measurements

I have been updating this fork and dimensions database as well for the FZ6R and 2005 R6 -- https://litetek.co/Guide_USD_ForkDatabase.html
Owner is a bit slow updating the info, so be patient.

Steering Head Bearings - Part numbers from https://www.allballsracing.com/forkconversion/

Top (2014 FZ6R) = 25-47-15 (99-3518-5)
Bottom (2014 FZ6R) = 30-55-17 (99-3519-5)

Top (2005 R6) Conversion Kit = 30-47-12 (99-3540-5)
Bottom (2005 R6) = 30-55-17 (99-3519-5) SAME AS STOCK FZ6R

Steering Stem
2014 FZ6R - Full Length = 265mm
2005 R6 - Full Length = 255mm

Fork Diameter Thru the Triples

2014 FZ6R - 41mm top and bottom
2005 R6 - 50mm top, approx. 52mm bottom
2008 R6 - 50mm top, bottom pending

Fork Length - Center of axle to top of fork tube, not including fork caps
2014 FZ6R - 755mm
2005 R6 - 745mm
2008 R6 - 745mm
 
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jroc99

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Weight Reduction Table

Item2014 FZ6R2005 R62008 R6Other Parts
Front Axle Bolt1 lb1 lb
Front Brake Caliper (each)2.6 lbs2.2 lbs
Front RotorPendingPending
Front WheelPendingPending
Front Fork (each)7.8 lbs (with oil)7.4 lbs (without oil)
Bottom Triple Tree, steering stem, with bearings and all hardware5.8 lbs2.4 lbs
Top Triple Tree with ignition4.0 lbs (includes riser clamps)2.2 lbs
Front Fender, Rubber Grommets removed0.75 lbsCarbon Fender 0.54 lbs
Bar Ends300 grams per sidePuig Bar Ends - 82 grams per side
 
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jroc99

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Videos

Episode 1 - The Complete Front end Tear Down

R6 Conversion Teaser Trailer

R6 Tech Talk

Looking at the R6 Parts

R6 Top Bearing and Triple Tree Installed
 
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jroc99

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R6 Forks Installed to Test for Clearances


Decided not to repair the 2005 R6 forks. It's not cost effective at this time. But that's ok, there's GOLD comin'


2008 Yamaha R6 gold forks
 
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jroc99

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Quick update. So I sent the 2005 R6 top yoke to the UK to get this fitted. It has now arrived back in Canada.

This will allow people using the 2005 R6 top yoke to keep the standard FZ6R 22mm bars, instead of using clip ons.
You can now purchase this item from the Moto-CNC web store. Mine was used as the pattern and I have the first one they have made in the world.

https://moto-cnc.com/yamaha-yzf-r6-top-yoke-conversion-2005


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jroc99

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Still waiting on my FZ6R/R6 custom brake lines and front reservoir mount.
Decided to put FZ6R lines back on it for now, and FZ6R front brake master cylinder.
Latest video up with some new Parts from Puig !

 



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