Recent content by Onebohemian

Previous owner of my bike living in the middle of nowhere put Continentals on when nearest dealer had only them in stock. Said he put about 1000 miles on before I bought bike and they looked newer, with later date codes, when I got thrle bike. I ran them another 6500 at 42 front and 43 rear...

I looked at the guy's site but couldnt find any parts for an fjr. What does he make that I havent yet come to realize I need for my bike? Am always interested in any little guys' inventions as often they solve for problems that I just otherwise live with until I see on the net there's some cool...

No doubt it sucks. We have all been there with some bike or car or boat, etc. Sentimental value is moreso what we are talking about though, and the right to brag and be proud to our buddies about how nice shape we have kept our things. Reality is that a 2005 fjr with low miles and no mars isn't...

17 hours is probably what the dealer book says if they are removing the front plastics and headers before removing and greasing the swingarm.

These cheap amazon add on lips work very well once adjusted to your situation.

This guy is a genius. Fun as hell to watch and he makes motorcycle brakes so easy to understand. Thanks for posting this.

Had wheels on a used bike I bought where a crappy Yamaha shop used metal tools when changing tires for prior owner. Grooved front and rear rims where beads seal. Had to gently sand the grooves smooth and then used bead sealer. Both tires have held fine over 3000 miles so far. No leaks...