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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 got back in the office this week after the power outages and a quick trip out west with the Mrs. Flipped the calendar over to July and I was sad....
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Last post by Cav47
Tue Jul 11, 2023 6:20 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?
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
Subframe breakage
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raYzerman »
Thu Sep 14, 2023 10:32 am
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I'd like to complain this is impacting my EOM plans...... Dean who now owns my '14 FJR, has overloaded the rear end one too many times, and the rear...
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Nothing moved, nada. It was overkill, and I didn't let him use a top box... replacement subframe and new Yamaha aluminum rack are in hand. Further...
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Last post by raYzerman
Mon Sep 25, 2023 9:28 pm
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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Rode it home.
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Last post by danh600
Sun Sep 24, 2023 5:45 pm
New Strange Issue...
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chazglenn3 »
Sun Sep 10, 2023 10:19 pm
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Riding in to work tonight for my graveyard shift, I noticed the ABS light on steady when I stopped to scan my ID to get in. After I parked, I noticed...
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I always enjoy a happy FJR ending!
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Last post by Hppants
Tue Sep 19, 2023 7:38 am
Trailering the FJR
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Hppants »
Tue Jun 20, 2023 2:09 pm
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I'm crossing into uncharted territory. I'm going to be trailering my FJR across the country.
Can you please show me your setup for this?
Tips?...
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Stumbled across this. How to handle the loose ends of ratchet straps.
I've been doing that for years.
You know the rules. No pics, didn't...
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Last post by bungie4
Thu Sep 07, 2023 9:33 pm
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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Twice Removed from Yesterday - 50th anniversary.
Saw Robin Trower at Paramount Theater, Seattle 1974
Awesome! Listen to any of his blues stuff?
And...
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Last post by fontanaman
Fri Sep 01, 2023 11:41 am
ES suspension settings.
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danh600 »
Mon Aug 28, 2023 12:13 pm
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My 2013 was an A. I never really learned the suspension settings beyond the basics. I get the theory of what each setting does but have trouble...
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Josh that is a good explanation and the way it works. I tested it briefly. I am so insensitive to the ES damping settings I doubt this new found...
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Last post by fontanaman
Fri Sep 01, 2023 11:21 am
Fixed my drifting problem
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Festus »
Fri Aug 25, 2023 8:05 am
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Several years ago, I mentioned that when I take my hands off the bars, my bike pulls to the left pretty seriously. I've tried everything. I've ridden...
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Shoot...I thought there was gonna be some cool two-wheeled drifting video of you through curves...
Nope, you stopped riding. I don't have anyone...
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Last post by Festus
Fri Aug 25, 2023 7:31 pm
Vibration???
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chazglenn3 »
Mon Aug 07, 2023 11:46 am
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Greetings! So, what are the chances that a worn front tire could cause a vibration that seems to be coming from the back half of the bike? Logic...
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Great news Charles...I always love the new bike feel you get with fresh tires!
~G
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Last post by escapefjrtist
Sat Aug 19, 2023 9:28 pm
Engine cuts off
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Leprechaun »
Sun Aug 13, 2023 5:32 am
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Hello all. I was riding some very curvy roads in Switzerland, near where I live. I was leaning a lot, and at one point the engine stopped completely,...
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Since it is an '18, it has OBD..... prior to 2016 we had a DiAGnostics screen and could monitor the sidestand switch as we played with it... in this...
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Last post by raYzerman
Sun Aug 13, 2023 3:24 pm
Need some insight
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Festus »
Sat Jul 29, 2023 8:06 pm
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Took a long ride today with Viper Dad into the wonderfulness of WV.
I ran into an issue I've never experienced before and it shook me a little bit....
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Time for new tires. :D
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Last post by FJRPittsburgh
Mon Aug 07, 2023 2:09 pm
Almost 20 years of awesome FJR'ng
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FastJoyRide »
Sun Jul 02, 2023 7:03 pm
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I know that all y'all are a very inclusive bunch (so I'm not too worried about being thrown out on my ear), but I have to announce for the first time...
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Serious problem here... No effen photos??? Wtf, man!
I am at the dealer today getting the 1K service done, pics later this week Wheatie. It's...
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Last post by FastJoyRide
Tue Jul 04, 2023 5:50 pm
Cruise control sporadic issue..
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CollingsBob »
Sat Jul 01, 2023 6:24 pm
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If I ride for a while with the cruise control on, but no speed set, when I do try and set a speed - it won’t. The cruise control light will come on,...
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Today I cleaned and re-lubed the clutch & brake lever pivots. Seems to have resolved the issue
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Last post by CollingsBob
Mon Jul 03, 2023 8:52 pm
Pants is setting up his 2021 FJR and has Questions
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Hppants »
Sat Apr 29, 2023 7:04 pm
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I'm starting this thread to get assistance on my 2021 FJR.
1. I need to purchase 90 Degree valve stems. It's is my understanding that what I need is...
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Yes, but it only really applies when you are installing an engine. However, in general left side bolts are hard contact, whereas the rights have...
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Last post by raYzerman
Mon Jul 03, 2023 8:38 pm
Gen 3 or Gen 4
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Jalingo »
Tue Jun 20, 2023 10:54 pm
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Hi La famille FJR
Hope everybody is healthy safe and doing great
The subject say it all !!
I might pull the trigger on a new younger darling and...
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All A models '13 and up got progressive springs. Ditch them, get straight rate.
You can retrofit a slipper clutch into any FJR...... a coupla years...
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Last post by raYzerman
Wed Jun 21, 2023 9:43 pm
2013 FJR
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FJRPittsburgh »
Mon Apr 03, 2023 10:04 pm
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I'm looking for a 2013 FJR to replace my 2008AE. I hate to lose the AE because it is simply amazing. Since I don't have the opportunity to buy a Gen...
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Anybody want a project 2013? Will have salvage title......
Looks familiar.
I like that they left the yellow tape on it
Hmmmmm....
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Last post by wheatonFJR
Mon Jun 05, 2023 10:46 pm
Odd problem with Canyon Cage
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Festus »
Sat Apr 09, 2022 8:13 pm
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I’m having an odd problem I can’t logic out. Gen 3, the Canyon Cages from the company that closed up, I forget the name.
They have the three points...
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So, did you get this squared away? I've mounted the Canyon Cages on several FJRs now. Like others, that one position can be a little finicky, but...
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Last post by SkooterG
Sat May 06, 2023 1:48 pm
Help Me Find My 15th FJR! A Pristine '13 Model
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SkooterG »
Mon Jan 09, 2023 1:25 am
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Smitty got his,now I want mine! Yes, I already have a '13, but it's not pristine.
So I am looking for a well taken care of example of a '13 model...
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It's so, so stock. 🤔
Not for long! It was tough riding it home from Atlanta with Yamaha Comfort (not) saddle, no risers, and tiny-assed windscreen.
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Last post by SkooterG
Fri May 05, 2023 12:27 pm
So Long Ole Red, Hello new Gray!
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Hppants »
Fri Apr 28, 2023 6:50 pm
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Today I bought my 4th FJR.
I've been looking on and off for a few months. Most recently, within the last two weeks, a slew of 2021 bikes have...
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So tell us. What's it like to be on a slower color? 😜
Congrats on your new ride.
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Last post by FjrjrF
Tue May 02, 2023 5:31 pm
Way Too Close!!
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Blueridgerider »
Thu Sep 08, 2022 11:03 am
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Here is a good example of why you should try to stay to the right and enter a left hand curve from the outside of the road. I was cruising up Rt178...
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Highlander used to say -
Ride Right to Stay Alive.
If the road curves left, Ride Right to Stay Alive.
If the road curves right, Ride Right to Stay...
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Last post by wheatonFJR
Mon Apr 24, 2023 8:35 pm
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Last post by CollingsBob
Mon Apr 17, 2023 11:47 am
They have ARRIVED
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Spininprop »
Thu Apr 06, 2023 6:40 pm
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After almost 7 months the side cases arrived. Perfect no, but not enough to turn around and send them back. I actually think they fit tighter than my...
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I saw a complete set of Gen 1 luggage is available on ADVRIDER. PANNIERS, BAGS, TOP BOX etc. The seller seems to be getting reasonabler on his price.
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Last post by bigjohnsd
Sat Apr 08, 2023 9:06 am
Dark Side Advice Needed
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NTXFJR »
Tue Jun 02, 2020 10:36 pm
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So I decided to try a ct on the back for the Red Lodge run. I bought a 205/50-17ZR BFG. I went to put it on the bike tonight and there's a firm rub...
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Riken installed last night. The AS-03 wasn’t too bad to remove but the Riken was a bear to mount . Finally got it.
All balanced and ready for...
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Last post by rbentnail
Thu Apr 06, 2023 7:54 am
Hard to Smoothly Speed Shift with the 6-speed FJR
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SkooterG »
Wed Mar 24, 2021 7:46 pm
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After much trial and error, I have found it nearly impossible to speed shift the 6-speed FJR smoothly. Has anyone else encountered this?
For...
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Good idea on the flush, the line runs inside the frame right beside the engine, so sees a lot of heat cycles. Actually, the brake lines are inside...
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Last post by raYzerman
Thu Mar 23, 2023 8:53 am
Michelin 2023 Spring Promotion
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fontanaman »
Tue Feb 21, 2023 3:31 pm
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Get $60 back via Visa® Reward Card1 on the purchase of a new set of MICHELIN® On-Road Motorcycle tires, or $35 back via Visa® Reward Card1 on the...
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Thanks Fontanaman!
Ordered Pilot Road 4 GT's front and back. Current tires have about 4500 miles on them but still look really good. I'll see how...
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Last post by D-Eagle
Thu Mar 02, 2023 5:19 pm
Pirelli Angel ST for $219
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fontanaman »
Fri Feb 17, 2023 9:04 pm
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Pirelli Angel ST front and rear set available on Amazon $219.00 with free shipping That's right both tires for $214.00
The Angel ST was the...
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I wasn't gonna weigh in on another tire thread, but I will...... my experiences......
Angel ST is slightly softer compound than the GT, just might...
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Mon Feb 20, 2023 9:20 pm
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