Recent content by Cal24Master

I have been running a prototype for some time now. It installs easily, much easier than the ones for previous gen's. I is much more stable since the support is more towards the middle of the shelf. It does not effect how air flows behind the screen at all. The vertical clearance is reduced...

It depends on what you are looking for. Almost everyone I know with a FJR finds the rear shock under sprung, and it wears out after about 15,000-20,000 miles. The front suspension usually needs work also, either springs, or internals. This can cost anywhere from about $1,500 up to over...

We are proud to announce that the 2014 Cal 24 Rally will be held on September 5th - 7th, 2014. It will start and finish in Roseville, CA. Entry is open to everyone with a motorcycle capable of making the trip, a great attitude and interest in taking part of one of motorcycling’s great...

I think the problem has more to do with miles and where you ride. Mine failed at about 90,000 miles. I had a Tanji fuel cell which had very little weight on the rear, the bulk of the weight sits on the frame under the passenger seat. I think rough roads, dirt roads etc. put a lot more stress...

I have about 10,000 miles on my ES now. I find the stock spring to be more than adequate. I am a 300lb rider and even with the fuel cell and fully loaded the highest spring setting is too stiff. However, if you did desire a stiffer spring you can have the spring replaced. The shock is fully...

I have to tell you, I think you will regret it. I have about 10,000 miles on my ES now. I am a 300lb rider and even with the fuel cell and fully loaded, the highest spring pre-load setting is too stiff. I typically run the pre-load at 1up+luggage, (2 out of 4). If I am riding a fast twisty...

After reading this, I am not quite so pissed at Garmin. Last week I was so PO'd at Garmin's customer service I was looking for something to replace my 665 with. After 3 years the on/off button quit working. The only way to turn it on or off was to take it out of the cradle or put it back...

If you have a vehicle registered to you before you bring it into California you are good regardless of mileage. The 7500 mile rule only applies to California residents who purchase a vehicle out of state. The smog you have to pass is only the emissions originally on the vehicle. Of course...

Twigg, here is what you are missing: The FJR is EASY to ride fast, hard and for a very, very long time. I rode endurance rallies, including my first IBR on a 1991 Suzuki 1100 Katana. I proved that I could undoubtedly ride big miles on that bike. Just like you can ride big miles on your...

I called several dealers in Northern California 2 weeks ago when looking for mine. All had at least one, and all were willing to deal on them.

https://www.cal24.com/forums/album.php?albumid=12&attachmentid=181 First impressions: New instrument cluster is the bomb. Very easy to use, and way more information than the Gen II. Transmission is way, WAY smoother than either my Gen I or Gen II. ES suspension is worth every dime. So for...

I don't believe in separate rain gear. There are plenty of good riding jackets and pants that are perfectly waterproof and can be ridden in comfort whether it is raining or hot. I currently use a First Gear Kilimanjaro jacket and Motoport pants. The pants require a liner to be waterproof, but...

You are correct. If you get that kind of mileage on PR2's (I get about 8000-9000 off the rear, and replace the front at the same time because they cup so bad.) You will certainly get at least 5000 miles of the Stones. FYI, Nevada roads are notorious for eating up tires, but that is...

Tire mileage on a FJR is completely dependent on your right wrist control, (Or for some of us complete LACK of right wrist control.) You will find some people here get 6, 8 or even 10 thousand miles off the original tires. I got 3,000 miles off them on my 06 and could not stand it anymore and...

About 4 months ago my 2006 FJR was knocked over in a parking lot. The other driver's insurance company paid to replace the right side saddlebag and exhaust canister, which I did. A week ago I hit a deer and the insurance company totalled the bike. I kept the new saddlebag and exhaust...