What did you do to your FJR today?

[rbentnail]

Since I’ve got the fairings off I decided to put led bulbs in the turn signals. I already have them in the headlights. Looking for recommendations / links on which leds to use for the turn signals.

Another forum, this post -> https://www.fjrowners.com/threads/new-t ... st-1309244 describes what I used in the rear. Can't help with the front.

[N4HHE]

Rode to the new Buc-Ees in Athens, AL.

[raYzerman]

For LED's, the brightest ones are from SuperbriteLED's. Each location/function may take a different bulb. Always get the colour to match the colour of the lens.
Rear signals as Russ says, those are Euro style base with a 15 degree offset on the pins.
Tail/brake I believe from memory are standard 2057 sockets.
Front signals, depending... if dual function signal/running lights, may be 2057, otherwise may be the Euro style.

Optional install load resistors for signals or get an electronic flasher that is good for both LED and incandescent.

If your signals are not running lights, you can convert them into it by wiring in a module on each from 12O'Clock labs. They run the signals at half voltage until signals come on. There are Chinese knock-offs of those modules, flashers too.

[Hack]

For LED's, the brightest ones are from SuperbriteLED's. Each location/function may take a different bulb. Always get the colour to match the colour of the lens.
Rear signals as Russ says, those are Euro style base with a 15 degree offset on the pins.
Tail/brake I believe from memory are standard 2057 sockets.
Front signals, depending... if dual function signal/running lights, may be 2057, otherwise may be the Euro style.

Optional install load resistors for signals or get an electronic flasher that is good for both LED and incandescent.

If your signals are not running lights, you can convert them into it by wiring in a module on each from 12O'Clock labs. They run the signals at half voltage until signals come on. There are Chinese knock-offs of those modules, flashers too.

[bill lumberg]

I fueled at the Georgia Buccee’s Sunday morning. Drank a little coffee out of my thermos and never even went in. But I love me some Buccee’s.

Rode to the new Buc-Ees in Athens, AL.

[Atrious]

I rode in 34^0 F Temp, filled with fuel and continued on to work. I didn't see any Harleys on the road in a place that is 90% Harley riders. Funny how that is. The FJR is the ultimate all around street ride. I'm on the 1st gen and had no problems with wind. I'm glad I came back to the FJR family.

[wheatonFJR]

I am scheduled to get my bike, gear (including wool socks, heated gear/ helmet defogging shield insert) and day ride supplies (coffee thermos/protein/snacks) in launch position with an upcoming long day (dark to dark) up in the mountains planned.

With my short-term memory about shot, and day rides seemingly 3-4 weeks apart, this is a planned endeavor when the ride is about 400-450 miles long.

[bill lumberg]

Rode it to go chase Wheaton and 1911 around in the twisties. It was awesome. They are fast. But they were nice enough to wait at the turns for me.

So far this month, I’ve learned about the importance of kickstands, and of clutch levers. That’s even better than book learnin.

[John d]

Exercised the pistons for about 150 miles today. The weather was pretty good for my part of Canada today.

[FJRoss]

Exercised the pistons for about 150 miles today. The weather was pretty good for my part of Canada today.

I am hoping that weather is heading in my direction tomorrow. I would like to get out for one more ride this season.

I spent the day giving my nephew a hand (and lessons) with some maintenance stuff on his (BMW F800GS) bike. Ugliest brake fluid flush I have ever seen.

[wheatonFJR]

Rode it to go chase Wheaton and 1911 around in the twisties. It was awesome. They are fast. But they were nice enough to wait at the turns for me.

So far this month, I’ve learned about the importance of kickstands, and of clutch levers. That’s even better than book learnin.

Rode it all damn day.

Lumberg is gracious enough to not mention that he SAVED my ass by noticing, as I was backing away from the Waffle House, that my bolt/pin at the clutch lever was unscrewed upwards almost all the way out of the connection. Evidently my locknut came loose and fell off. I would have been major league screwed if that pin came out. Lumberg saved the day without making a personal judgement.

Also, Lumberg is by far the fastest rider in our 3 rider group, jwilly-like.

Because of these fine gentleman, it was an awesome day. However, I think Lumberg face-palmed on one or three passes. In my defense, Lumberg put me in front. Not likely that happens again... Lol.

Anyways, 470 awesome mountain miles on a stock seat. No tickets, no ditch surfing, awesome weather and pavement, guffaws over the intercom, not bad for a late November ride.

[1911]

Rode it to go chase Wheaton and 1911 around in the twisties. It was awesome. They are fast. But they were nice enough to wait at the turns for me.

So far this month, I’ve learned about the importance of kickstands, and of clutch levers. That’s even better than book learnin.

Rode it all damn day.

Lumberg is gracious enough to not mention that he SAVED my ass by noticing, as I was backing away from the Waffle House, that my bolt/pin at the clutch lever was unscrewed upwards almost all the way out of the connection. Evidently my locknut came loose and fell off. I would have been major league screwed if that pin came out. Lumberg saved the day without making a personal judgement.

Also, Lumberg is by far the fastest rider in our 3 rider group, jwilly-like.

Because of these fine gentleman, it was an awesome day. However, I think Lumberg face-palmed on one or three passes. In my defense, Lumberg put me in front. Not likely that happens again... Lol.

Anyways, 470 awesome mountain miles on a stock seat. No tickets, no ditch surfing, awesome weather and pavement, guffaws over the intercom, not bad for a late November ride.

A great all damn day ride, indeed. A much NEEDED all damn day ride. Thanks for putting this together Mark. Thanks Lee for helping with understanding weather forecasts and for doing the pre-flight on Wheaties machine. Going forward, those of us that ride with Wheat will have to do more than make sure his tires have enough rubber for the day.

[wheatonFJR]

LOL

[Hppants]

One day, I'll ride twisties with Mark,, Duane, and Lee. In the meantime, me thinks that TODAY, I'll ride with a local friend.

[gixxerjasen]

So far this month, I’ve learned about the importance of clutch levers.

Do tell, I've found myself getting along without one for a long time now just fine.

[Festus]

So far this month, I’ve learned about the importance of clutch levers.

Do tell, I've found myself getting along without one for a long time now just fine.

Yeah, but yours was made handicap friendly at the factory

[ice station zebra]

For LED's, the brightest ones are from SuperbriteLED's. Each location/function may take a different bulb. Always get the colour to match the colour of the lens.
Rear signals as Russ says, those are Euro style base with a 15 degree offset on the pins.
Tail/brake I believe from memory are standard 2057 sockets.
Front signals, depending... if dual function signal/running lights, may be 2057, otherwise may be the Euro style.

Optional install load resistors for signals or get an electronic flasher that is good for both LED and incandescent.

If your signals are not running lights, you can convert them into it by wiring in a module on each from 12O'Clock labs. They run the signals at half voltage until signals come on. There are Chinese knock-offs of those modules, flashers too.

Thanks Ray, but I think I'm going to pass on this upgrade! The OEM bulbs are good enough

[Road Runner]

So far this month, I’ve learned about the importance of clutch levers.

Do tell, I've found myself getting along without one for a long time now just fine.

Yeah, but yours was made handicap friendly at the factory

Not handicap friendly, but Advanced Edition (AE)

[Hppants]

Weather yesterday was perfecto!! 54 degrees at meet time, 70 during the "heat" of the day, severe clear sunshine. 247 miles of smiles aboard the red beast with a local friend. Good fish tacos for lunch. Nice ride through the back country. 46 mpg for the day - I took it easy.

Another great day today - me thinks I'll go fishing.

Stay thirsty, my friends.....

[ice station zebra]

Cleaned and lubed the rear brake pedal. Boring, but the onset of shitty weather has caused me to dig deep with the maintenance!