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RIP - JWilly - aka Jason - Memories and Tributes
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extrememarine »
Sat May 21, 2022 11:52 pm
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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...
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I heartily approve of the route, the steak, and everything else. Good job Josh!
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Last post by wheatonFJR
Wed Jun 11, 2025 6:44 pm
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?
Updated 12/28/24.
You might be wondering where the “off topic” area is and more importantly, where the TGIF thread...
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Thank you - link updated!
Wayne
Where is the “Off Topic” area?
You might be wondering where the “off topic” area is and more importantly,...
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Last post by extrememarine
Tue Aug 27, 2024 9:43 am
Finally I can take mine with me
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Name Etc. »
Tue Jun 18, 2013 8:56 am
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Why yes I do have a 28 lb wiener.
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That's a mighty big wiener... :lol:
Everyone gets a turn playing with his big wiener!
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Last post by clocklaw
Tue Jun 18, 2013 4:26 pm
pretty sure i got screwed
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ts3doug »
Thu May 30, 2013 10:53 pm
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a few weeks ago i bout an '08 with the clutch. ran beautiful on test rides and i didn't figure 10k miles was a lot for a 5 year old bike. figured out...
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I saw the original Skynyrd 9th row from the front. Great show, they were f'd up. Never saw so many JD bottles on the floor of the Saint Paul, Mn....
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Last post by Bugnatr
Sat Jun 08, 2013 2:12 pm
initial impressions
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ts3doug »
Mon Jun 03, 2013 10:33 pm
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other than the clutch issue my new to me '08 seems pretty squared away so i took out for a couple of tankfuls on sunday. in 20+ years of motorcycles...
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the day longs look comfy as all get out, but it looks like moving around during corners may be restricted. how is the russell if one moves around in...
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Last post by ts3doug
Tue Jun 04, 2013 6:13 pm
Anyone ever use these Delkevic
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Name Etc. »
Wed Apr 10, 2013 12:02 pm
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They have a carbon fiber version too. Inexpensive...
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Im waiting to see if Fontanaman gets em. :lol:
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Last post by v2celt
Wed May 22, 2013 12:52 am
Fjr frame
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extrememarine »
Sun May 19, 2013 8:20 pm
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What are the chances someone would actually need a fjr frame? I've sat on this one from the totaled bike since october, not one hint of there being a...
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definitely makes you stop and rethink it, doesn't it. I'm with clocklaw Ok, so this made me instantly concerned that I gave you some bad advice. :o...
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Last post by clocklaw
Tue May 21, 2013 10:13 am
Saddlebag Lock
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Motard-Menace »
Tue May 07, 2013 3:36 pm
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Hey all I had a saddlebag lock decide to jettison on the I-10 today, must have been when we hit the ton and she didn't want to take the ride...
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PM has been sent, thanks man....how cool.....mucho good karma for you..... :mrgreen:
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Last post by Motard-Menace
Sun May 12, 2013 9:26 pm
Diag code
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Gregory »
Thu May 09, 2013 10:47 pm
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So,
go out to the less then a month old '13 after work and she WON't START! $^$^%$%#$%&%^&*^)&*(&*%^&$%#%$** is pretty much what I said. I get...
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Oh!!!! So that's what that shit was that was running down Zilla's pant leg. Damn that stuff smelled retched, I don't know how you an shiney ate it!...
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Last post by HotRodZilla
Sat May 11, 2013 12:11 pm
Whistling Feejer
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Motard-Menace »
Sun Apr 14, 2013 12:44 am
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Since I am new to the FJR I figured it might be best to inquire about this here. Anyway today I noticed a slight but distinct higher frequency whine...
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My ex was diagnosed as bi-polar after we divorced.
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Last post by fontanaman
Wed May 01, 2013 10:16 pm
So, what's it worth?
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bungie4 »
Thu Apr 18, 2013 12:55 pm
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Ive' decided it's time to replace my 04 FJR. It'll be 100,000 miles in the next 30 days. I'm in no rush, but I figure it's time. I've never ridden...
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My local Yamaha dealer gave me $5400 for my '07 FJR with 87K miles on a trade-in for a new Super Tenere. I tried selling it but couldn't even get a...
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Last post by MrTwisty
Wed May 01, 2013 11:59 am
Pulled the trigger
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Gregory »
Sat Apr 06, 2013 3:57 pm
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2013 on order, now the waiting game begins!
Started off at Redding Yamaha Seadoo this am with an offer of around 5% off MSRP cash. They come back...
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The one on Hwy 36 and Wildwood rd. They were dirt bike friendly and had a good looking girl the last year when I stopped by.
You would have seen it...
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Last post by Bugnatr
Mon Apr 29, 2013 10:16 am
Power Commander V
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Johnny80s »
Tue Apr 23, 2013 11:26 pm
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I just installed the PCV I bought from FuelMoto. It was easy to install and worked perfectly. It fixed the snatchy crap throttle on my 07 FJR. It did...
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I just installed the PCV I bought from FuelMoto. It was easy to install and worked perfectly. It fixed the snatchy crap throttle on my 07 FJR. It did...
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Last post by beemerdons
Wed Apr 24, 2013 8:27 am
"Glovebox" Lock Malfunction
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clocklaw »
Mon Apr 22, 2013 11:05 am
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I have experienced an issue with my lock on the glovebox on my 05. I assume that others have experienced this in the past so I am curious if anyone...
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Ok, parts were missing so I had to engineer a solution. Here is what I did:
First, I removed both springs that lift the lid. That makes it naturally...
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Last post by clocklaw
Mon Apr 22, 2013 3:40 pm
Airhawk question
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Name Etc. »
Sun Mar 31, 2013 9:18 pm
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On our recent trip to Big bend we pulled some longer days getting there and back. Before we left I was sitting at the picnic table on my self...
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Steve,
If you do get one remember that you only want just enough air to provide a seperation. Overfilling it give the sensation of sliding around....
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Last post by bungie4
Mon Apr 15, 2013 3:41 pm
Random suspension post
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Name Etc. »
Sat Jan 19, 2013 12:28 pm
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I got a new shock. Thanks Traxxion. Well it's on the way... I will no longer ask what to buy.
Thanks
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Glad to hear you are thrilled. At 30k I got me a Penske/GP Suspension setup cause one of the smart peeps here in the Pacific Northwest let me ride...
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Last post by fontanaman
Mon Apr 01, 2013 12:20 am
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Last post by Tyler
Thu Mar 21, 2013 4:59 pm
Winter Maintenance
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extrememarine »
Sun Jan 20, 2013 12:49 pm
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I got a jump start on my winter maintenance yesterday. Anyone else gotten started yet?
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Thanks for the reply,
The pins are interchangeable, but 12 or 10 mm is as small as they usually go.
I guess it will go back in storage or craigslist.
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Last post by twowheelr
Sun Mar 17, 2013 9:53 pm
bike died sitting at a light
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twowheelr »
Tue Mar 12, 2013 2:24 am
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On the way to the store tonight , my 05 fjr just cut off. All dash lights, headlights and horn etc.. dead.
Managed to put it in my truck and get it...
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I'd check ebay. I got the recall new design for my 08 for under 50 bucks
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Last post by Chuck35
Tue Mar 12, 2013 9:55 pm
Changing cam chain
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Name Etc. »
Fri Jan 25, 2013 10:31 am
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I'm doing it. Those of you who have or intend to, did you or would you replace the guide and rub blocks? Top one, front one, and tensioner one?...
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Actually the only thing I can find in the Yamaha service manual is to change chain with the two cam gears and the Crank Shaft... Not the crank shaft...
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Last post by Name Etc.
Mon Mar 11, 2013 7:53 pm
How long is it safe to ride???
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Radiohowie »
Sat Jan 19, 2013 1:19 am
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With a leaking fork seal?
Put a brand new PR2 on the front of Frankenbike Thurs 1/27/13 and discovered a sickening, slimey residue all over the...
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Only my second or third visit to THIS sandbox...got to get my post count up so I can watch Bust degrade himself in the Sheep's Pen , so back on...
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Last post by beemerdons
Fri Mar 08, 2013 7:23 pm
Just run in
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hogtied »
Mon Mar 04, 2013 2:53 pm
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Engineering brilliance , basic service and off we go , nothing to touch , out in the breeze again woo hoo
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Last post by hogtied
Tue Mar 05, 2013 12:12 am
2010 FJR
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silverback »
Fri Feb 22, 2013 10:30 am
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I was in Midwest Powersports yesterday, and they have a NEW 2010 for sale. Never owned, and they are asking $16,000. BUT...they are giving $2000...
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Well, I am talking with Bombardier about a stress analysis...
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Last post by silverback
Fri Mar 01, 2013 11:19 pm
Changed headlignt bulbs--ridiculous ordeal
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palerider »
Tue Feb 26, 2013 2:13 pm
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Hi, All,
After 20k miles on my 2006AE I had a low-beam fail and decided to replace both bulbs with Philips H4s. I know some people are able to do...
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Sorry to say this, but the premier fitting simulation software for the industry is made in France, so don't cuss the Japanese, cuss the French...I...
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Last post by silverback
Fri Mar 01, 2013 11:13 pm
05 Becomes time machine.
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Bluebullet »
Wed Feb 06, 2013 7:41 pm
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So I did a little riding in northern Indiana today and found a few places that took me back a bit.
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Last Sat was a good riding day. I only got to ride to work though.
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Last post by Bluebullet
Fri Feb 22, 2013 4:24 pm
Has anybody heard from Spklbck?
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bungie4 »
Tue Feb 19, 2013 10:48 am
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I was just sitting here thinking, this place is missing something. Has anybody heard from Jim lately?
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Jim,
Go make some music
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ROFLAMO !
Hilarious. Thanks Alex. Made my evening.
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Last post by spklbuk
Thu Feb 21, 2013 8:12 pm
Wheel bearings
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Name Etc. »
Mon Feb 18, 2013 1:30 pm
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Who has done them? What was involved? At how many miles? Just curious
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Yep, it's like 4-wheel drive. You don't use it very often, but when you need it, you need it.
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Mon Feb 18, 2013 9:11 pm
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