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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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Please ensure you're wearing your big person panties if you step into that end of the pool...
Wayne
Well, this is different...
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Last post by extrememarine
Tue Sep 03, 2019 8:34 pm
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Givi rack part number
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silverback » Thu Jun 14, 2018 11:32 am
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Hello,
I have a buddy who bought Jwilly's Givi and he now needs a rack to attach it to his 08.
Anyone know a part number for said bracket?
Thanks.
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I only put my ignition key and my Givi key together when I’m traveling away from my region. I’d like to have a one key auto lock system like bmw, but...
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Last post by bill lumberg
Sat Jun 16, 2018 5:53 pm
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Last post by wheatonFJR
Thu Jun 14, 2018 5:07 pm
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Need help immediately identifying a new prototype tire!!
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Cav47 » Sat Mar 31, 2018 9:08 pm
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Had an amazing time today running the fantastic Tri-State area of Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina. We saw this tire on an exquisite...
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Nice!
Who scored the set of Avons??
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Last post by wheatonFJR
Sun May 27, 2018 1:13 pm
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Battery?
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0face » Sat Mar 23, 2013 10:56 pm
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Here we go... Why do I get the feeling you get what you pay for?
I'm thinking about the Yuasa YT14B-BS it's about $110 on Amazon + shipping, $122 at...
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hi,
is there a forum member that sells batteries?
with this crowd, i should specify new and unopened m/c for fjr's. :)
bike effects closed shop...
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Last post by wpbfjr
Wed May 23, 2018 2:09 pm
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What the heck, let's talk tire pressure....
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Festus » Tue Apr 24, 2018 10:04 am
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I bought a cheap TPMS for my bike but unfortunately, with my right angle valve stems, the caps would smack the front brake caliper, so I took it off...
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You MoFo's coming with me to Alaska next summer are going To really learn what Fresh ChipnSeal is all about, especially when we got the first freshly...
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Last post by bigjohnsd
Thu May 17, 2018 2:45 pm
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Suspension Set up doc
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silverback » Mon May 07, 2018 4:11 pm
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I used to have a suspension setup document from HaulinAshe. Is that still available somewhere around here? I have convinced a couple buddies to buy...
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Preload 1 1/2 lines showing
Maxima Green 10 wt fork oil at factory levels
Front Compression 12 out
Rebound 5 out
Rear set to firm and 3 clicks out...
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Last post by bigjohnsd
Mon May 07, 2018 9:10 pm
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FJR1300P (as in Police model)
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kieefjr » Tue Apr 17, 2018 9:40 pm
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One just showed up at a dealer in my state. I haven't seen it yet but it looks interesting. I'm curious of what they will be asking for it and if...
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As suspected this bike is only available to police departments and not available to civilians.
They should be available after the city turns them...
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Last post by El Toro Joe
Mon Apr 23, 2018 2:56 pm
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Ignition security screw removal tool
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wellsj » Mon Apr 16, 2018 7:25 pm
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Does anyone out there have a similar tool that MCL offers as a loaner tool tool to drill out the security screws on ignition switch.
I have MCL...
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When I changed out my ignition switch I just used a center punch, cordless drill, and easy out. Did all the work in my lap sitting on a low brick...
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Last post by Brodie
Wed Apr 18, 2018 6:46 pm
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Knowledge Gained
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FJRPittsburgh » Sun Apr 15, 2018 11:58 am
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I learned something today that I forgot about all Winter long. My FJR is really fun to ride! I went out for a little 50 mile run this morning on some...
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78F on the way home today ripping up the commute with the GSX-S that is now out of it's break in period. Whoohoo!
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Last post by gixxerjasen
Wed Apr 18, 2018 6:31 pm
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Swingarm pinch bolt
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Intech » Wed Apr 18, 2018 8:52 am
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Anyone know what size the pinch bolt is on the right side of the swingarm? Is it an M8?
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Sometimes the things come loose and jes fall out, ya know.....
Like when you forget to tighten it? :lol:
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Last post by Harald
Wed Apr 18, 2018 2:31 pm
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Steering head torque settings
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CollingsBob » Mon Apr 02, 2018 10:15 pm
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I’m going to double check the torque settings of the steering head nuts..Are the torque settings in the service manual for the upper and lower ring...
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Yes, the bike is essentially new..it was ridden from Regina to Calgary and back, then locally around Regina..The dealer has a reputation for poor...
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Last post by raYzerman
Wed Apr 04, 2018 11:41 am
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Low voltage
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palerider » Fri Feb 02, 2018 10:39 am
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Hi Everyone,
My 2006AE is putting out 13.7 volts at speed. The mechanic thinks that's okay, but I would like to see more. I know electrical issues...
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Thanks Brodie. I haven't yet had a chance to install the new harness. Will post with results when I do.
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Last post by palerider
Sat Mar 31, 2018 3:57 pm
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First ride of the year and downshifting is temperamental
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DesignFlaw06 » Thu Mar 08, 2018 2:22 pm
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Finally had a break in the weather where I could go get the FJR from my parent's place. Maybe the bike didn't want to go any slower, but I ran into...
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I think we need to pull the transmission.
Ya see! That's the spirit right there for Wreck Days!!
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Last post by raYzerman
Fri Mar 09, 2018 3:02 pm
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Yamaha Parts Catalogue for IOS & Android devices
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Madmudder » Thu Feb 22, 2018 8:31 am
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I just came across this App and thought I should share it for apple devices. It's a parts break down of your bike.
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Speaking of tactical sporks, we engraved one a couple weeks ago. That thing was so cool, I bought one. Not sure for what, but I have one. Good to...
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Last post by silverback
Sat Feb 24, 2018 9:52 pm
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pin for brake front pads
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wpbfjr » Sat Sep 12, 2015 1:33 am
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hi, i rounded out the pin on my front caliper that holds the brake pad in place. now i can't get it out. the tension spring stops me from using a...
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Fookers.
:D
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Last post by wheatonFJR
Thu Feb 08, 2018 10:26 pm
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voltage readout
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palerider » Sat Feb 03, 2018 9:36 pm
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Hi,
If you're in the LA area and are looking for a shop, consider Ryan Reza's AdvMotoTech (
He's got everything sorted on my bike...
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:lol: It'll cost you..... made it myself from 2 pieces of 2 Aluminum angle. I'll make you one for like $500. :lol:
Back (front side) view. The...
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Last post by raYzerman
Sun Feb 04, 2018 9:24 pm
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Desktop Wallpaper
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silverback » Sat Jan 13, 2018 11:04 am
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Do any of you have great wallpaper of the venerable FJR?
I have some, but they are all SVGA era resolution. Google seems to hide all the good ones....
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The 22 images in the 2014 USA Artwork album are stunning. I've seen those images before, but can't remember where. I think it was a magazine article....
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Last post by @rjen
Sun Jan 14, 2018 1:29 pm
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Nothing Last Forever, But I Can Still Hope....
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Hppants » Sat Dec 30, 2017 4:06 am
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Disclaimer: This is stupid. I know it and I'm going to get over it. I just thought I would share it with ya'll.
Everyone has their own taste, likes,...
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Pants, I completely agree with everything you said, including the red color! I even bought an r3 to ride in town and shorter local rides but I still...
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Last post by Allen_C
Sat Jan 13, 2018 10:10 am
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Brake pads
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flyby2474 » Tue Aug 06, 2013 5:05 pm
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Getting back into biking. Just bought an 07 with only 2500 miles, but seems the pads are wore out. Is this normal for the FJR and what are the best...
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A warning on what pads to NOT use on the FJR. When my 07 was much newer, I put a set of Carbonne Lorraine pads on at the recommendation of a parts...
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Last post by Harald
Thu Dec 14, 2017 3:19 pm
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Dead from the waist down
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palerider » Thu Nov 16, 2017 9:40 am
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Hi,
A follow-up observation on my nearly dead 2006AE, which, thanks to AAA, is at Advanced Moto Tech, an independent shop in Glendale (CA): There's...
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Sorry but every time I see this thread title I think it's a story about my marriage.
:lol:
Laughing with you, not at you.
It's Redfish, which...
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Last post by gixxerjasen
Tue Dec 05, 2017 10:07 am
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yellow shift warning light
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palerider » Sun Nov 12, 2017 3:38 pm
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I went to Best Buy yesterday. When I left the 2006 AE was dead, with a solid yellow shift warning light. The speedometer/tach swing and fall, but...
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I’d be curious to know what blew the fuse
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Yes, I meant right side (the other left). It's the number 2 fuse,...
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Last post by palerider
Mon Nov 20, 2017 12:16 pm
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Hard to downshift when cold
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Boozer » Fri Oct 13, 2017 9:16 am
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Does have any experience with their FJR not wanting to come out of 5th gear when cold. Never had this problem on my 07. It shifts fine going up. I...
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It looks like it will be NE Arkansas. My parents are getting on a bit and I would like to be closer. Will still have an off season, but I might...
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Last post by wheatonFJR
Thu Nov 16, 2017 12:34 pm
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FJR mechanic in LA area
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palerider » Sun Nov 12, 2017 7:36 pm
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Hello,
Does anyone know of a good FJR mechanic in the LA area?
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OH, you meant Los Angeles. Nope. Don't know anyone in Los Angeles except Charles Manson and OJ Simpson.
IF y'all know those two, should we be...
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Last post by Uncle Hud
Mon Nov 13, 2017 4:49 pm
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Rear Shock Groan
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baowow » Wed Jun 14, 2017 5:56 pm
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Does anyone have any experience with the rear shock groaning? It sounds like my knees on a cold winter's day. It's a 2015 with about 5k miles and...
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Forgot to update. After letting the Yamaha mechanics look at it, it was the pivot points that needed greasing. Hasn't been an issue since
Sent from...
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Last post by baowow
Sun Nov 12, 2017 7:44 pm
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How did MCL driver foot peg lowering kit work for you?
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Yamahama » Mon Jan 04, 2016 8:18 pm
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I've done the analysis using cycle-ergos.com and it looks perfect, but a few questions if you've used these:
Were you able to make adjustments to...
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They work great. Adjusting brake and shift takes less than 2 minutes. World of difference. After switching to a Laam, I was raised high enough that...
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Sun Oct 01, 2017 8:48 am
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