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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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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!
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
Seat Lock
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Taff18 »
Thu May 08, 2014 8:30 am
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What kind of tool is required to remove the seat lock? Previous owner has cut off the fender and I am trying to replace it!
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I believe a security torque can remove the lock mechanism mount.....but that doesn't get you into the lock or under the seat.
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Last post by clocklaw
Thu May 08, 2014 8:48 am
1st time Feejer
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Rambler »
Mon May 05, 2014 5:39 pm
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Just had my 2009 (new to me) delivered just now.
First impressions;
* Sweet
* Coming from a small cruiser - will have to get used to the feet...
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Welcome Aboard!
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Last post by 0face
Tue May 06, 2014 1:29 pm
MRA x-creen
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ScottMDMC »
Mon Apr 14, 2014 9:23 pm
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Has anyone used these windshield extensions? They look promising.
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Thanks, Scott
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Not a chance. But I look forward to your report.
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Last post by palerider
Fri Apr 18, 2014 10:24 am
AMA Mag article
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silverback »
Wed Apr 16, 2014 1:01 pm
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Anyone read the article in the latest AMA mag about the guy who rode the FJR cross country on Hiway 50? Pretty good article. I don't think he was...
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I crossed Kansas on US50 once. I was hoping it would be less windy than crossing on the Interstate. Boy was I wrong. Battling the wind really can...
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Last post by Name Etc.
Thu Apr 17, 2014 8:07 pm
saggy ass
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ts3doug »
Tue Oct 01, 2013 11:31 pm
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had my '08 loaded down for a camping trip when i noticed the rear end was crazy sloppy. push down on the back and let go and she'd keep boucing like...
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I really need to get off my ass and put that shock on
Yes you do.
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Last post by Name Etc.
Thu Apr 03, 2014 8:27 pm
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Last post by beemerdons
Sun Mar 30, 2014 9:03 am
TPMS
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Leprechaun »
Sat Feb 22, 2014 10:40 am
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Hi. Anyone tried the Tyre Watch system? Are the batteries user-replaceable? I have the Orange Electronics system installed,
but the front sensor...
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So is the eBay seller from China still selling these things? Seems like the only ones I saw were the Hawk's Head units.
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Last post by jblanken64
Sat Mar 29, 2014 8:05 pm
Got the OK....
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silverback »
Mon Feb 17, 2014 11:41 pm
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To replace the FJR. The Family CFO said that I could replace the FJR at a reasonable cost as long as I shut the hell up about it already! And get rid...
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Congrats! Blue IS the fastest color.
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Last post by NoGear
Thu Mar 27, 2014 9:05 am
Where can I buy a 2005 service manual?
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silverback »
Tue Feb 25, 2014 5:53 pm
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Ebay turns up a bunch of pirated junk .pdfs on cd. I can't seem to find any online retailers either. Anyone have any clues?
Thanks.
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2nd hand Yamaha (C) manuals weren't what I was cautioning about.
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Last post by Bounce
Tue Mar 11, 2014 7:21 pm
FJ-09 Trademarked for the US Market
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bungie4 »
Mon Mar 03, 2014 9:40 pm
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This could get interesting.
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The word touring in a bike name brings to mind old guys on bloated v-twins with seats wider than a Peterbuilt cab over. Its unfortunate. We need to...
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Last post by silverback
Thu Mar 06, 2014 10:24 am
Gen 1 mirror adjustment...
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silverback »
Thu Feb 20, 2014 11:20 am
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The right mirror is adjusted slightly where it shouldn't be. I think it coincides with the rear brake pedal being angle upward toward the outer tip....
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Hahahaha. I forgot you were taking classes. That has to be a pain in the ars
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Last post by Name Etc.
Sun Mar 02, 2014 10:21 pm
Pilot Road 4
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palerider »
Wed Jan 15, 2014 1:04 pm
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Michelin is now selling the PR4--supposed to get 20% better mileage, better handling, and better all-year stability. There will be three versions:...
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I keep telling youse guys...PR2's baby. Last longer and cheaper than the 3's .
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Last post by Bugnatr
Tue Feb 11, 2014 9:57 pm
stainless-steel lines
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palerider »
Thu Jan 16, 2014 2:09 pm
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Hi,
Does anyone have any experience with Galfer braided stainless-steel hydraulic lines on a 2006 AE? I spoke w/Galfer, and they have a kit for...
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when i sliced open the oem clutch line i replaced with ss, i noticed that the core is a braided metal w/rubber jacket. so i wonder if a ss line is:...
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Last post by huron52
Mon Feb 10, 2014 11:05 am
Corbin or Sergeant?
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fjrider2013 »
Sun Nov 10, 2013 3:18 pm
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Wondering which seat is better for long rides. Corbin or Sergeant? Anybody know?
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I've had Corbin on all my bikes but now I'm looking at the day long.
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Last post by roknroe
Mon Feb 03, 2014 9:42 pm
Farkle Bar
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roknroe »
Tue Jan 28, 2014 6:14 pm
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Has anyone tried the farkle bar from farklebar.com? Any pictures?
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i like the power supply.
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Last post by roknroe
Mon Feb 03, 2014 9:37 pm
tapered steering-head bearing
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palerider »
Tue Jan 28, 2014 5:00 pm
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Hi,
A friend is looking at a 2006AE and asked the PO if he had replaced the steering-head bearing with a tapered-roller bearing. The PO said he...
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I replaced mine and I can't tell by looking
Thanks. Is there a detectable difference between the ball and tapered bearings that you can feel when...
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Last post by Name Etc.
Wed Jan 29, 2014 12:04 pm
I've been slacking...
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Name Etc. »
Tue Jan 14, 2014 10:37 pm
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I only rode 12,000 miles last year. I promise to do better this year. On a side note. I'm getting way less miles per tire so I'm having a ton more...
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22 mile/day x 260 days = 5,720 miles. That's a ballpark so it looks like you and I are pleasure riding about the same. I'm not discounting the...
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Last post by clocklaw
Wed Jan 15, 2014 1:02 pm
Cycle World, Feb 2014
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mfpasquin »
Sun Dec 29, 2013 3:45 pm
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Overall good article on 2014 FJR. Includes some good words on electronic suspension.
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I'm more interested in hearing from someone who has actually put some miles on an ES than what the rags say...
ESPECIALLY Cycle World!
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Last post by FJRacer
Mon Jan 06, 2014 7:49 pm
FJR Rocks
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Pathfinder »
Sat Jan 04, 2014 10:26 pm
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Yeah! I stopped the first one when I thought the R was lower case!
:)
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Last post by Bounce
Mon Jan 06, 2014 9:11 am
Windshield Motor Noise
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usaffjr »
Thu Dec 19, 2013 11:50 pm
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My windshield motor just started making noises the other day. It sounds like plastic is rubbing somewhere and it is adjusting much slower than usual...
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I use it daily... so lack of use wouldnt be a problem!! :-) I'll take it apart next weekend and see what I can find.
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Last post by usaffjr
Fri Dec 20, 2013 9:37 pm
Fjer Winter Work
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jsaul53 »
Thu Dec 05, 2013 7:59 pm
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I removed the forks and shipped off to Traxxion. While I have the bike apart I was considering changing the brake pads but have less than 10k miles...
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It's the lever on the left foot peg. You just tap it down twice and let the clutch out.
I got 50k out of mine without rotating. Good info on the...
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Last post by extrememarine
Mon Dec 16, 2013 5:24 pm
Has anyone tried the Dunlop Sportsmax Q3?
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jsaul53 »
Sat Dec 07, 2013 11:41 am
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I need to change front tire and debating on switching to the Dunlop Sportsmax Q3. I have Dunlop Roadsmart II on now. Anyone have experience with this...
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WORK? what's that?....my tires last about three months...
Don't be kidding yourself petey.
The only way your tires last three months is when it...
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Last post by petey
Tue Dec 10, 2013 5:44 pm
Voltage regulator.
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Name Etc. »
Wed Nov 13, 2013 3:41 pm
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Since I have the bike all apart and recently had a Battery failure on a trip. What should the voltage at the Battery be When running the bike at a...
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Glad to hear you got it sorted out ;)
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Last post by Chuck35
Mon Nov 25, 2013 12:29 am
Two weeks lost.
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Name Etc. »
Sat Nov 09, 2013 12:34 pm
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I know I am complaining about nothing here. I ride every day. For me to miss a whole week no bike is rare. For me to miss two weeks straight is...
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Yep, I think ride is the plan.
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Last post by clocklaw
Sat Nov 16, 2013 12:25 pm
Day Long
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fjrider2013 »
Mon Nov 11, 2013 5:10 pm
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I have decided to order a Russell Day Long seat. Any suggestions?
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Jeezuz! I stop by just to see if anything's changed around here and I immediately see wheatonFJR talkin' about his happy ass and braggin' about his...
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Last post by wheatonFJR
Thu Nov 14, 2013 6:52 pm
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