Talk about issues and questions specific to the FJR here.
RIP - JWilly - aka Jason - Memories and Tributes
Replies: 273
by
extrememarine »
Sat May 21, 2022 11:52 pm
» in
Notices
First post
Good evening.
I've typed and deleted this more times that I can count...
This afternoon - May 21st, 2022 - Jason - aka JWilly was involved in an...
Last post
I heartily approve of the route, the steak, and everything else. Good job Josh!
273 Replies
864328 Views
Last post by wheatonFJR
Wed Jun 11, 2025 6:44 pm
Where is the “Off Topic” area?
Replies: 19
by
extrememarine »
Fri Jan 18, 2013 9:47 pm
» in
Introductions
First post
Where is the “Off Topic” area?
Updated 12/28/24.
You might be wondering where the “off topic” area is and more importantly, where the TGIF thread...
Last post
Thank you - link updated!
Wayne
Where is the “Off Topic” area?
You might be wondering where the “off topic” area is and more importantly,...
19 Replies
117007 Views
Last post by extrememarine
Tue Aug 27, 2024 9:43 am
Steering head torque settings
Replies: 12
by
CollingsBob »
Mon Apr 02, 2018 10:15 pm
First post
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...
Last post
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...
12 Replies
3796 Views
Last post by raYzerman
Wed Apr 04, 2018 11:41 am
Low voltage
Replies: 15
by
palerider »
Fri Feb 02, 2018 10:39 am
First post
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...
Last post
Thanks Brodie. I haven't yet had a chance to install the new harness. Will post with results when I do.
15 Replies
4819 Views
Last post by palerider
Sat Mar 31, 2018 3:57 pm
First ride of the year and downshifting is temperamental
Replies: 17
by
DesignFlaw06 »
Thu Mar 08, 2018 2:22 pm
First post
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...
Last post
I think we need to pull the transmission.
Ya see! That's the spirit right there for Wreck Days!!
17 Replies
6339 Views
Last post by raYzerman
Fri Mar 09, 2018 3:02 pm
Yamaha Parts Catalogue for IOS & Android devices
Replies: 11
by
Madmudder »
Thu Feb 22, 2018 8:31 am
First post
I just came across this App and thought I should share it for apple devices. It's a parts break down of your bike.
Last post
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...
11 Replies
3513 Views
Last post by silverback
Sat Feb 24, 2018 9:52 pm
pin for brake front pads
Replies: 27
by
wpbfjr »
Sat Sep 12, 2015 1:33 am
First post
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...
Last post
Fookers.
:D
27 Replies
10500 Views
Last post by wheatonFJR
Thu Feb 08, 2018 10:26 pm
voltage readout
Replies: 14
by
palerider »
Sat Feb 03, 2018 9:36 pm
First post
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...
Last post
: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...
14 Replies
4510 Views
Last post by raYzerman
Sun Feb 04, 2018 9:24 pm
Desktop Wallpaper
Replies: 7
by
silverback »
Sat Jan 13, 2018 11:04 am
First post
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....
Last post
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....
7 Replies
3545 Views
Last post by @rjen
Sun Jan 14, 2018 1:29 pm
Nothing Last Forever, But I Can Still Hope....
Replies: 20
by
Hppants »
Sat Dec 30, 2017 4:06 am
First post
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,...
Last post
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...
20 Replies
7128 Views
Last post by Allen_C
Sat Jan 13, 2018 10:10 am
Brake pads
Replies: 16
by
flyby2474 »
Tue Aug 06, 2013 5:05 pm
First post
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...
Last post
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...
16 Replies
7605 Views
Last post by Harald
Thu Dec 14, 2017 3:19 pm
Dead from the waist down
Replies: 24
by
palerider »
Thu Nov 16, 2017 9:40 am
First post
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...
Last post
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...
24 Replies
8127 Views
Last post by gixxerjasen
Tue Dec 05, 2017 10:07 am
yellow shift warning light
Replies: 28
by
palerider »
Sun Nov 12, 2017 3:38 pm
First post
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...
Last post
I’d be curious to know what blew the fuse
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Yes, I meant right side (the other left). It's the number 2 fuse,...
28 Replies
9304 Views
Last post by palerider
Mon Nov 20, 2017 12:16 pm
Hard to downshift when cold
Replies: 25
by
Boozer »
Fri Oct 13, 2017 9:16 am
First post
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...
Last post
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...
25 Replies
9451 Views
Last post by wheatonFJR
Thu Nov 16, 2017 12:34 pm
FJR mechanic in LA area
Replies: 8
by
palerider »
Sun Nov 12, 2017 7:36 pm
First post
Hello,
Does anyone know of a good FJR mechanic in the LA area?
Last post
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...
8 Replies
3133 Views
Last post by Uncle Hud
Mon Nov 13, 2017 4:49 pm
Rear Shock Groan
Replies: 7
by
baowow »
Wed Jun 14, 2017 5:56 pm
First post
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...
Last post
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...
7 Replies
4244 Views
Last post by baowow
Sun Nov 12, 2017 7:44 pm
How did MCL driver foot peg lowering kit work for you?
Replies: 19
by
Yamahama »
Mon Jan 04, 2016 8:18 pm
First post
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...
Last post
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...
19 Replies
12495 Views
Last post by bill lumberg
Sun Oct 01, 2017 8:48 am
What fork oil shall I use?
Replies: 19
by
jz3588 »
Sun Sep 17, 2017 9:25 pm
First post
Good evening, I am about to do the seals on my 07 FJR, I pulled the forks off, have the seals, but no matter all the searching I've done on this...
Last post
On my Gen 1, I went with exactly the same: Honda 5W, 100 mm. Made a huge difference in dampening performance.
Don't forget to clean up the exposed...
19 Replies
7143 Views
Last post by Hppants
Tue Sep 19, 2017 8:31 am
G2 throttle tamer with Oxford heated grips?
Replies: 11
by
jz3588 »
Sun Sep 10, 2017 12:18 am
First post
Has anyone used the above setup with any issues? I just purchased an 07 and I hear good things about the G2 in regards to throttle response, and feel...
Last post
Please clarify, experience with both . Do you mean both the Kaoko and the Throttlemeister? What exactly are you asking? Yes, experience with both the...
11 Replies
5310 Views
Last post by Redfish
Thu Sep 14, 2017 6:29 pm
Sick '07AE
Replies: 16
by
extrememarine »
Sat Sep 09, 2017 10:08 pm
First post
Did anyone see the '07AE that was advertised for sale in Ohio? Had issues - wouldn't run 'right'...
Chatted with the buyer tonight - Joe - in...
Last post
Bob, Andy, the guy who runs the FB page for the Virginia riders is who went to get it with him. The guy (Joe) is in that VA group on FB if you want...
16 Replies
6727 Views
Last post by Intech
Mon Sep 11, 2017 10:12 pm
Quick question...
Replies: 8
by
silverback »
Wed May 03, 2017 9:20 am
First post
What size is the hex on the steering head stem nut?
Thanks!
Sent from my XT1585 using Tapatalk
Last post
What do you have in mind?
Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Pro
Well, I want to see if it works first...
Sent from my XT1585 using Tapatalk
I...
8 Replies
3954 Views
Last post by Ptackley
Thu Aug 24, 2017 8:30 am
Has Yamaha Gone Too Far with Electronic Suspension?
Replies: 104
by
Twigg »
Fri Dec 09, 2016 1:56 pm
First post
I now post in both forums that still like me, so I am copying this here to give everyone an equal opportunity to abuse me, or simply add their own...
Last post
Thanks, but I'll just stick with my '03!
104 Replies
38942 Views
Last post by RTSR1/FJR
Wed Aug 16, 2017 7:52 pm
Co Mod
Replies: 17
by
local40 »
Wed Jul 12, 2017 12:26 pm
First post
Anyone done the co mod? Was it worth it and would you do it again? Also did you find any long term affects?
Thanks!
Last post
Best Co mod you can do with your bike. Does nothing for your bike but does much for you. :D
17 Replies
7171 Views
Last post by gixxerjasen
Sat Jul 15, 2017 10:16 pm
FJRs in the wild.
Replies: 8
by
silverback »
Wed Jun 28, 2017 4:53 pm
First post
One of these things is not like the others...
Sent from my XT1585 using Tapatalk
Last post
You don't have to be an Engineer to maintain your Harley....but it helps!
It also helps to drink a lot. I hear you can solve a lot of problems...
8 Replies
4712 Views
Last post by silverback
Thu Jul 06, 2017 9:05 pm
TCS
Replies: 6
by
silverback »
Mon Jun 12, 2017 1:45 pm
First post
I don't have an FSM for the 2014 yet, so I am wondering how exactly the TCS works.
Does it just prevent wheel spin or does it work in conjunction...
Last post
I wondered if it had some other sensors as well. The FJR isn't keen on spinning the rear wheel from my experience, only lifting the front.
I've...
6 Replies
3261 Views
Last post by Sath182
Fri Jun 23, 2017 2:38 pm
Things to check while the wheels are off?
Replies: 21
by
Bigfoot »
Wed Jun 14, 2017 6:07 pm
First post
Removed the wheels to get some new rubber installed. I wish I could have gotten some more miles out of the rear but heading to Arkansas to play next...
Last post
Got the tires mounted and the wheels back on the bike. Everything checked out good. I took it for a quick test ride around the neighborhood. I was...
21 Replies
8528 Views
Last post by Bigfoot
Thu Jun 15, 2017 10:13 pm
Pilot Power 2CT
Replies: 16
by
Intech »
Wed May 24, 2017 9:16 pm
First post
Who has experience with this front tire? I am stuck with one as that is what Rocky Mountain ATV sent me instead of a PR2. I am heading for Yosemite...
Last post
For the record the trip total was 7322.9 and both tires held up nicely. Still a couple K left in both. Also for the record HRZ, the T-30 EVO's had...
16 Replies
7772 Views
Last post by Intech
Mon Jun 12, 2017 6:24 pm
Forum permissions
You cannot post new topics in this forum You cannot reply to topics in this forum You cannot edit your posts in this forum You cannot delete your posts in this forum