Recent content by Pete-o

Welcome from Western Massachusetts. Sorry for the trouble. It'll be fine once you straighten it out. FJR's rule. Pete-o

I know you weren't targeting me. (Or my spouse) It's rainy and I am a Rabble-Rouser! :giggle:

My wife (Who is not a couple hundred pounds) like you insinuated. Is good for about an hour-long ride, these days. I thought she could stretch out, read a book, take a nap, and we could travel further and see more. NOT HAPPENING! She doesn't like it, :cautious: to close to the ground, guardrails...

OLDJEEP! did you just call someone's wife FAT?!! :eek: (Or boyfriend... I'm not judging their preference) 🤷‍♂️ I can see the beauty of a trailer, but never took the leap. I purchased a sidecar rig and was going to convert it for camping. I'm not sure it's good for "Long Hauls". It's a handful at...

The entire final drive as a unit, or just the internal gears? I thought there was a gentleman that would perform the rebuild. But unfortunately, he passed away. RIP

As RossKean pointed out two opposing teeth would do, and much easier to make. Bring your top nut to a good auto parts store, maybe you'll get lucky... Where do you call home? Pete-o

I wouldn't have a moment of hesitation. I purchased a 06 with 14K, hadn't run in 12 YEARS! Runs like a top. Haven't done anything to the motor, injectors, or fuel system; besides fuel additive. I concur with your laundry list of upgrades; it'll still be worth good money when you sell it. I...

ERS I like the way you think! (y) I also added the heated grips. I use a throttle lock... it's just OK 🤷‍♂️ Rode to the Bay of Gaspé a few years ago. (On a BMW with CC) Nice open roads up there in your neck of the continent. We had a blast! (Pre-Covid) Next trip I'll reach out. Pete-o

You guys are all full of "Donkey Doo"! This is a trick question to pit us against each other! 🥵 Can't you see that? 👓 We all know (In our hearts) the 06 is the Best, Simplest, Fastest, and just THE most beautiful color FJR EVER!! Just be men and admit it!!! :cool: Pete-o P.S. None of you guys...

Thank goodness for modern medicine. I was also in a terrible crash and recovered to live a normal life. The nurse's advice: keep a "POSITIVE ATTITUDE" that alone, makes a huge difference. (More difficult than it sounds) Wishing you a speedy recovery. Pete-o

Thank you for the compliments. 😊 I find the forks as a whole to be weak; when compared to other bikes I've owned. I've never ridden the new style forks (inverted) but can clearly see the mechanical advantage. AND that "Rubber Band" lock nut set up, is weird! When I purchased my bike, the (steal)...

I made my own castle nut driver out of a 36 mm deep impact socket. I used a Dremel spinning a cutoff wheel. I couldn't find the appropriate spanner tool; and it was wintertime... I don't like the rubber band lock nut setup they use. I think next winter I'll convert to Roller Bearings. I have the...

Welcome from Western Massachusetts. And where exactly do you park that beauty at night? 😇 Pete-o

I've had good luck with Ebay parts. You just need to be very selective. 🕵️‍♂️ Pete-o

I can't elaborate on all the great advice given above. I just wanted to say: Welcome Back! FJR's are resilient. Pete-o