I followed Iggy's lead. It's great upgrade. When my first FJR died (God rest her soul), I pulled the LED bulbs and put them in my replacement. It's a big improvement on readability and longevity.
I was there 15 years ago. Even then the place was full. I don't know where they might display additional bikes.
From the website:
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My first FJR would have never happened except for Warchild and the information on FJR Tech. There was nothing unique about my bike. I built it practically step by step from information on that site. For me, it too was invaluable.
Ya know, I'm desperately trying to give up the money-sucking hobby that is long-distance riding. Then you go and post something like this.
A ride around the US, as close to the perimeter as you could route, sounds like a lot of fun.
It's my understanding that Kneebone always wanted the IBR to run in June to maximize the number of daylight hours. With the fiscal year for the City of Chicago ending on June 30, this was never an option until he retired.
IIRC, the IBR has run in June since 2013.
There's no provision for audio out via a hard wire. It's Bluetooth only.
I suppose this is no big deal for most people. With a phone jack (audio out) I could connect my ear buds directly to the GPS without the need for a Sena or other helmet mounted communication. No can do with the XT.
Last year I retired my 550 and replaced it with the XT. It's blazing fast and I like it. I do miss that fact that it's wireless only. No provision for hard wiring. I'm also streaming a lot on my phone since there's also no provision for the ole XM antenna.
Wow. I'm just an old man.