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Where is the “Off Topic” area?
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extrememarine » Fri Jan 18, 2013 9:47 pm
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Where is the “Off Topic” area?
You might be wondering where the “off topic” area is and more importantly, where the TGIF thread is. Fear not, they...
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I think one more post and I'm in oh shit what just happen.
Just because you can visit the sheepspen does it mean you should.
Be veeeerry...
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Last post by wheatonFJR
Mon Sep 10, 2018 2:10 pm
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What did you do to your FJR today?
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Uncle Hud » Thu Feb 09, 2017 1:50 pm
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I know this thread's been done elsewhere, but I enjoy reading about how folks customize their bikes, and I occasionally get inspired by some farkles....
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Finally wired up the new V47 with an Admore LED kit. Scored a short ride yesterday...always a bonus during the PNW wet season!
~G
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Last post by escapefjrtist
Sun Jan 13, 2019 11:40 pm
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ES fork and shock rebuilds
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griff » Tue Dec 04, 2018 8:14 am
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With 115K on my 14 ES, I figger the rear shock needs some freshening up. The problem is, I haven't found anyone who rebuilds the FJR ES rear shock....
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I replaced that new shock with a rebuilt Wilbers snd absolutely love it. The difference is amazing. And I'd never get another FJR without either the...
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Last post by HotRodZilla
Thu Dec 27, 2018 5:21 pm
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Color opinions from all you Martha Stewart wannabees.
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Uncle Hud » Tue Nov 27, 2018 6:45 pm
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So here's something I've been ruminating during the past few months. What's your opinion?
I'm gonna do some cosmetic stuff to my FJR to cover the...
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Again, late to see this, but I haven't been around much. Regarding wraps, I'll say this:
No matter what YouTube depicts and how easy they look,...
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Last post by HotRodZilla
Wed Dec 26, 2018 4:44 pm
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Impact of service/freshening up on performance?
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BruinFJRguy » Tue Dec 18, 2018 3:23 pm
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Getting ready to do a freshening up on my 2015 fjr1300 here in a little bit.
I'm at 21k miles. Do you all think that fresh plugs and air filter will...
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Sox my 2007 HATES old plugs. If I tried to go 10k on them, I would get this weird vibration that I could not fix. As soon as new plugs were...
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Last post by HotRodZilla
Wed Dec 26, 2018 3:51 pm
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The Dunlop Road Smart III compared to Michelin PR2/PR4GT Dilemma
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Hppants » Sat May 05, 2018 1:37 pm
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OK - here we go. NEPRT to the max. I'm fully prepared for whatever is thrown at me, and in spite of that, I'm still willing to ask the question:...
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So I mounted the RS3s on my bike about 1100 miles ago. On dry, they seem to handle very well. Not quite as good in the wet as the PR4, but I'm not an...
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Last post by Hppants
Mon Dec 24, 2018 6:42 pm
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2014A to 2018ES Rambling Drivel
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bill lumberg » Wed Nov 14, 2018 2:05 pm
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This post will likely be a waste of your time if you already have a current rev, 6 speed, ES bike. Heck, it'll probably be wasted reading for anybody...
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It was a pogo stick from the factory. I set it in the middle for a while. Ended up with two rings of front preload showing solo, 1 2up. Rear on soft...
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Last post by bill lumberg
Thu Dec 06, 2018 10:18 am
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front fork rebuild
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philharmonic » Mon Nov 12, 2018 11:12 am
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My 07 FJR has been making funny noises for a long time, and now it's weeping fork oil. I also want to install racetech fork springs and, if possible,...
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Anyone in this thread easily offended should remind themselves that it could be worse and their name could be a verb.
...or be given a special...
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Last post by wheatonFJR
Thu Nov 15, 2018 2:58 pm
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End of season
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bungie4 » Sun Nov 04, 2018 4:00 pm
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Battery is out, gas seafoamed, full tank, Russell of in the house. Done, finito end of season.
71897 - 59518 = 12379km / 7691 mi.
Man, this bike is...
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It was 35F when I left the house this morning. It’ll be below freezing when I leave tomorrow morning. I may break down and install the heated gear...
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Last post by wheatonFJR
Thu Nov 15, 2018 1:15 pm
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2019 FJR
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Hppants » Tue Sep 11, 2018 8:00 am
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Well, it's that time again! Time for all FJR Forum-ites to have the annual discussion regarding the upcoming new model of our beloved motorcycle....
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Saw it in person on Wheatie's Vet's Day ride, and it looks like it has some sort of internal glow ... which is really cool!
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Last post by Uncle Hud
Thu Nov 15, 2018 11:19 am
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Well, the 2018 FJR is out.....
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Hppants » Thu Sep 21, 2017 1:16 pm
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.... and in my opinion, it is by far the ugliest FJR ever made.
Matte Dark Purplish Metallic Blue <<<<<< I'm not making that up. This is...
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I've gained a lot of weight. I guess that makes me heavy in the loafers.
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Last post by palerider
Sun Nov 11, 2018 7:14 pm
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Dual Clutch Technology for FJR, WHEN?
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lvideau » Thu Nov 01, 2018 1:51 am
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I know there are a lot of motorcyclists who believe automatic bikes (DCT way of Honda and many premium high end sport cars) are not fun. They have...
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I don't need my electric solenoid shifted, thank you very much.
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Last post by Uncle Hud
Thu Nov 08, 2018 3:46 pm
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10/4/2003 - 15 Years
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wheatonFJR » Thu Oct 04, 2018 12:38 pm
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15 years ago I walked into a Yamaha dealership in Downers Grove, Illinois...not knowing it would change the trajectory of my life.
I could fill a...
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7/26/03.
I played the PDP game in February '03 at Freedom Cycle, Concord NH and waited until the end of July for my '04 ABS to be assembled. Added...
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Last post by ionbeam
Fri Oct 05, 2018 1:50 pm
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Should I be worried?
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Pat Mitch » Sat Sep 08, 2018 11:10 am
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Just saw this, what do these tubes do?
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George Clinton FTW.
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Last post by bungie4
Thu Sep 20, 2018 2:04 pm
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Rubber Bit
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FJRoss » Sun May 27, 2018 9:43 am
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While washing my new-to-me bike, a mysterious piece of rubber appeared. No idea where it came from but I am fairly sure it came off my 2011 FJR. I...
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Thread shitters!
FYB! :)
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Last post by wheatonFJR
Mon Sep 17, 2018 6:42 am
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Roadsmart 3's good for 6,000 miles
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bigjohnsd » Fri Sep 07, 2018 8:07 am
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Festar's set of RS3 have just over 6,000 miles of spirited use.
We are in Payson UT, heading to RMATVMC to get him another rear tire. Front still...
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All I have to say is...
Send lawyers, guns, and money.... and tires...
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Last post by 0face
Mon Sep 10, 2018 1:47 am
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FJR Keyring Color Poll
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DesignFlaw06 » Tue Sep 04, 2018 9:30 am
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I've got some new filament coming today so I should be able to start mass producing the keychains. I'm just looking for an idea of how many and which...
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Look what I found. Black Cherry.
I've got a sample and should get a chance to try it this weekend.
Oooooh, it's even shiny.
Correct me if...
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Last post by HotRodZilla
Fri Sep 07, 2018 7:33 pm
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Gave a shot at modeling a FJR keyring. First print attempt turned out alright
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DesignFlaw06 » Fri Jul 27, 2018 10:14 am
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My modeling skills are limited at best. To challenge myself a little, I tried doing a FJR keyring. There's still some work to be done, but I'm pretty...
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Hmmm, needs a top box. :D
I can not think of a single scenario where that statement would apply!!! ;)
Don't know how I'd live without mine. I...
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Last post by gixxerjasen
Wed Sep 05, 2018 11:12 pm
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Sidestand == no start?
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FjrVfr » Sun Aug 26, 2018 1:01 pm
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2012, original owner, less than 60K on the clock. The thing has been a Swiss watch.
I took Friday off to scrub in some new RS-IIIs and headed down...
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Iffen you hit reserve, count on 40-60 miles if you ride conservatively during that time.
I can't help you if your are doing triple digits on the...
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Last post by wheatonFJR
Mon Aug 27, 2018 1:20 pm
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Spark plug size
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Intech » Sun Aug 05, 2018 11:13 am
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I need an adaptor for a leak down tester for the FJR. Is it 10 mm?
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Let me look for one.
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Last post by Powerman
Sun Aug 05, 2018 7:54 pm
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Engine grenaded...
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Intech » Thu Jun 14, 2018 5:50 am
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Well, got a call from my brother David last night. The 07 engine gave up the ghost at 104k. Still very young. It gave no signs of a problem. Just let...
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Yes, it sounds like an injector failed and filled the cylinder. I'm curious about how that created metal shavings in the oil. My SWAG would be that...
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Last post by philharmonic
Sat Aug 04, 2018 8:48 pm
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Axle allen wrench
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CollingsBob » Thu Apr 05, 2018 1:28 pm
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What size allen wrench is used for the front & rear axles?
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A cheap and handy solution is to get a 1/2 coupling nut from your local hardware store for about $1.50. The outer faces are at 3/4 which is a good...
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Last post by ShoopCE
Mon Jul 23, 2018 10:33 pm
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Rear diff oil level
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CollingsBob » Mon Jul 23, 2018 12:21 am
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I changed the rear diff oil, filled it to almost overflowing..then drained it after a ride, measured it and found it to be 175ml...I “borrowed” one...
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The fact that your oil is coming out looking pretty much the same as it did when it went in is a pretty good indication that
1) Nothing bad has...
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Last post by FJRoss
Mon Jul 23, 2018 7:42 am
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Fork cap rebuild
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RTSR1/FJR » Sat Jul 14, 2018 11:53 am
Rebound adjuster was leaking! 2nd time!
Everyone I've talked to says its not servicable, ah, but you can! Haven't found the correct o-rings yet, but...
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Last post by RTSR1/FJR
Sat Jul 14, 2018 11:53 am
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Windshield screw cover
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bungie4 » Thu Jun 28, 2018 12:46 pm
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You know that little plastic cover that goes over top of your windshield screws. The one that's color matched and is about 3 wide and about 6 long....
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I wouldn't worry too much about that. From what the word is on the street, the organizer is always coming alone.
BUT thanks for the beer!
Gotta...
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Last post by blind squirrel
Tue Jul 10, 2018 7:16 am
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Side bag delamination
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RTSR1/FJR » Wed Jun 27, 2018 1:18 pm
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My side bag delaminated! Anyone know what to use to re-adhere? Was thinking RTV or Plastic Epoxy! Any suggestions!
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All! Right!
Good! to! Hear!
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Mon Jul 02, 2018 4:26 pm
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