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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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He was larger than life 2 years ago and still is today. Thank you, Mark for sharing your rememberence with all of us.
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Last post by Hppants
Thu May 23, 2024 8:24 am
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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Thank you - link updated!
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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
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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300 miles today on the fjr with two buddies. Nice ride in northeast LA.
Got a hotel in Vicksburg, MS. Too cold to camp this trip. More tomorrow....
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Last post by Hppants
Wed Dec 11, 2024 6:50 pm
Is The FJR1300 Dead? No 2025 Model?
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SkooterG »
Mon Nov 04, 2024 1:30 pm
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There has been no information on any year model of the FJR 1300 on Yamaha's website all morning long. At least on my phone mobile version. There is...
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Strange that Yamaha has made it hard to search for new left over FJRs.
CycleTrader is about the only way.
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Last post by Toter
Wed Dec 11, 2024 11:07 am
Ivan's ECU flash
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natehawk750 »
Thu Nov 21, 2024 10:23 am
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Does anyone have first hand experience with Ivan's ECU flash? More specifically. Did it really increase fuel mileage?
Thanks
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I was alarmed by the instances of Ivan
-flashed ECU’s bricking during Yamaha recall reflash. Everything else I’ve heard was positive.
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Last post by bill lumberg
Mon Nov 25, 2024 9:00 pm
Updates and Opinions Needed (Quickly)
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Pathfinder »
Thu Oct 31, 2024 12:07 pm
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I’m in the market for my 5th FJR. I don’t want convincing of any other bike models.
I retired this past June and have been riding ever since (About...
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I don't understand - the ECU is supposed to limited rpm to 6,000 in second gear?
I am fairly certain that the ECU limited RPM was strictly when...
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Last post by raYzerman
Fri Nov 01, 2024 8:18 pm
Spark Plugs 2021 FJR ES (US - Non-CA model)
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Hppants »
Fri Nov 01, 2024 10:17 am
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Time to change plugs. Well - probably not necessary, but at 27K miles, I'm gonna do it anyway.
Can anyone please confirm that this is the correct...
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That is the correct plug for that year.... same plug as before except the P is for projected tip. Sticks a bit further into the combustion chamber to...
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Last post by raYzerman
Fri Nov 01, 2024 2:21 pm
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Last post by Festus
Fri Nov 01, 2024 1:10 pm
2013 Main Fuse Location?
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dcarver »
Sat Sep 14, 2024 11:33 am
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Naomi left me stranded yesterday.
When making a hard left, at stops, she quit running.
Got a ride, got the trailer.
When installing soft straps to...
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Yes, very secure, but it should not be hanging way down there. Should be up by the battery.
In a perfect world, yes. But the battery compartment...
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Last post by dcarver
Wed Sep 18, 2024 12:27 pm
Double Darkside
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Pathfinder »
Sat Aug 03, 2024 1:45 pm
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I’m really not sure where to post this, but I thought it was worth sharing.
Last summer I decided to try “Double Darkside.”
Prior to this...
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I have just over 20k on my double darkside set up. I mounted them up just before my 100ccc Memorial Day weekend and hit the the 20k mark while in...
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Last post by natehawk750
Sun Sep 08, 2024 10:12 pm
The End of FJR-TIPS.ORG?
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Bounce »
Thu Aug 29, 2024 8:28 am
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Once again I am revisiting the costs of living under a fixed income. One of the top things that pops up is the recurring costs of maintaining my...
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I have an offer for a domain xfer over there too. That seems the way to best keep it public and available.
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Last post by Bounce
Fri Aug 30, 2024 10:11 am
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Last post by extrememarine
Thu Aug 22, 2024 8:37 pm
Yamaha Comfort Seat
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Festus »
Tue Aug 06, 2024 8:24 am
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I have ridden with the Yamaha Comfort Seat for a while now and I'm happy with it. My first one developed a split in the vinyl and my second one is...
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The problem with the OEM seats, including the comfort seat, is there is a contour in the middle. I have modified several seats, remove cover, shave...
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Last post by raYzerman
Wed Aug 07, 2024 8:56 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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Pants, I'm only minutes from Harrisburg so if you need anything......Could easily have hosted for a night! Even have 2 FJRs so you could have snuck...
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Last post by BkerChuck
Mon Jul 15, 2024 10:30 am
Considering a Radiator Guard
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sacramentomike »
Wed Jun 05, 2024 9:47 pm
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I'm not sure how needed these things are--unless you find out you needed one too late, I guess. It's never been an issue for me in 12 or 13 years of...
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Really? I figured the Chinese ones might be a touch--plastic.
I bought a chinesium one off ebay for my BMW…if it’s not structural and it’s out of...
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Last post by CollingsBob
Thu Jun 06, 2024 9:48 am
Aussie's in Ca need technical guidence with fuel injectors
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Bugnatr »
Mon May 27, 2024 10:23 pm
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I'm posting this in both sandboxes. If you have any ideas please call Kevin.
Kevin and Marie (a good mate of Festar) are back in the US traveling on...
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Kevin called us last night from Ukiah CA, he said bike is running great and thanked all for their help in resolving the issues!
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Last post by bigjohnsd
Tue Jun 04, 2024 4:04 pm
P0638 Fault Code
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NTXFJR »
Mon Apr 01, 2024 1:25 pm
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P0638 code says that the bank 1 throttle actuator is in the wrong indicated position, wiring issues, or controller issue. However, the symptoms I'm...
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I didn't replace the strainer baskets as they didn't look that bad. I chose the service kit based on features it had and price. I used the aerosol...
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Last post by NTXFJR
Tue May 28, 2024 10:19 pm
My First NEW FJR!
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sacramentomike »
Thu Apr 25, 2024 2:36 pm
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After owning four used FJRs, I just bought a leftover 2023 for a nice markdown ($2,600 off) from Roseville Yamaha. Transferred what I could from the...
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What is on the seat? Is that like a Depends for geriatric riders?
That seat cover is for those who don't have a Russell Day Long Saddle. JSNS.
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Last post by fontanaman
Thu May 09, 2024 11:45 pm
Footpeg Rubber Screw
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bill lumberg »
Tue Apr 09, 2024 4:17 pm
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Revzilla wants around $6.95 per screw for the four screws that hold the rider foot peg rubbers on. Partzilla is slightly less.
Can anyone recommend...
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There should be a bunch of them SEOR.... JSNS.
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Last post by 0face
Tue Apr 09, 2024 9:21 pm
New 2023 FJRs For Cheap!
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SkooterG »
Tue Feb 27, 2024 6:17 pm
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Anybody looking for a new FJR? Well, they are blowing out the remaining 2023s. Yamaha didn't make a lot of 2022s. Supply chain issues were still...
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Copied this from another sandbox........ makes me wonder if Yammy is clearing out and IF 2024 will be the last year..... it was also interesting that...
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Last post by El Toro Joe
Sun Mar 24, 2024 12:54 pm
Valve Check/Valve Adustment
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Gprider »
Wed Feb 14, 2024 7:06 pm
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Is there anyone here that lives in the DFW area that has a trusted mechanic that has done FJR valve checks. All of mine have disappeared into...
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I just used super 33.
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Last post by Intech
Thu Mar 21, 2024 9:08 am
AE in TX - for Vic
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extrememarine »
Wed Feb 07, 2024 9:09 am
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Vic posted this on FB - helping cast the net a bit wider - can anyone here assist?
Victor Figueroa Jr vis FB:
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I’m reaching out to all the FJR...
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That's not far for me, bout an hour, and I have an AE. Not sure when I'd be able to make it over though, got a crazy weekend coming up.
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Last post by gixxerjasen
Wed Feb 07, 2024 11:00 am
Great Video
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Canadian FJR »
Thu Dec 28, 2023 7:44 pm
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Canadian FJR
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Well, if you liked that one, he did another one........
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Last post by raYzerman
Thu Dec 28, 2023 9:23 pm
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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“Anyone shifting without the clutch? Had my track day coach tell me I need to work on it, started doing it on the FJR and it shifts great without the...
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Last post by Canadian FJR
Fri Nov 10, 2023 6:59 pm
2024 FJR1300 Announced - No Changes
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SkooterG »
Tue Nov 07, 2023 4:37 pm
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The reports of my demise have been greatly exaggerated.....
It's back for another year. Same color. Same price. Long live the FJR1300!
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Who me? I am a freaking angel!
Yeah, not! :lol:
~G
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Last post by escapefjrtist
Thu Nov 09, 2023 11:12 pm
FJR bodywork repair and repainting business opportunity
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garauld »
Mon Feb 07, 2022 9:26 pm
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Hi - as some of you know, since I retired I have cut back on some of the farkle offerings I once made. I am currently still offering highway footpeg...
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Thank you for the update. I'll try a few shops nearby for quotes on the paint job. Definitely sounded like it would be a sweet retirement business...
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Last post by gixxerjasen
Thu Oct 19, 2023 10:29 am
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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My 2014 didn’t cut off even when it was on its’ side, resting on the bag guards and sliders. Kept chugging along. I had to turn it off manually....
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Fri Oct 13, 2023 5:00 pm
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