Recent content by RedRiderMN

FYI, this is what a new 2024 FJR is going for:

I got this tip from taking the on-line ChampU course: ride using my index and middle finger on the front brake lever at all times (thumb, ring, and little finger control the throttle). I can't believe how much finer control I have now on the throttle and braking! Of course, this won't help...

I vote 2014A, since it's the one I own. ;)

I'm on wife #2 (since 1997) and we have a good relationship. Which means, I ONLY mess around with my motorcycle! ;) She even lets me go on multi-day motorcycle trips each Summer. YMMV (Your Marriage May Vary)

Motel booked, looking forward to the STEAK DINNER!!! BTW, be sure to visit my favorite coffee shop and bakery in Spearfish (they close at Noon): Home | Ruby's Roost Bakery & Coffee Spearfish www.rubysroostbakery.com

The paint on a 2014 (US model) is three parts: basecoat (grey color), top coat (red color), and clear coat (no color). If you are good with rattle can painting, you should be able to get close to the factory finish. I've primarily used the color pencils for small nicks and scratches. YMMV

https://touchupdirect.com/touch-up-paint/yamaha/fjr1300/#pf-year=2014

@kebo123 Very nicely done! I've been considering such a system and was wondering how to install the rear sensor. Very clever. And your 3D printed GPS holder is amazing, especially redoing it with the 2 mirror signals mounted! I shall be following your review of this new technology.

OOPS, I guess I will only upgrading one side this time around! Thanks Dan C. for the correction! :rolleyes: And to answer your question, I have NOT yet received them.

I ordered from Partzilla: 43215-KZ4-J41 PIN, HANGER (Honda) https://www.partzilla.com/product/honda/43215-KZ4-J41

Thanks for the tip, RossKean! I just ordered 2 Honda pins (one for each side), which currently cost $5.37 each from Partzilla. With shipping and tax, just over 10 bucks each. Cheap insurance in my book.

This should fix you up: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00FYOQB5A

Givi makes two types of 47L top cases: Monokey and Monolock Depending on which one you bought, you will need a Givi base to sandwich between the rack and the top case.

Welcome from Minnesota! 7k miles on a 2004 = 20 year old bike or 350 miles per YEAR! Amazing!

I owned a similar style of tent years ago. It was okay as long as there was NOT much wind. During a thunderstorm with high winds, the tent was completely FLATTENED! We got soaked and never used the tent again. YMMV