svbandit
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What might be the max passenger weight recommended for the fjr? I'm 170#, passenger about 220#. Will this be an issue of stressing the subframe? Thanks in advance
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I wouldn't worry about the subframe. I'd worry about the stock shock that is going to whimper at the task.
Although you won't break anything you'll greatly reduce the service life of this already marginal shock. Think Penske or Ohlins from your helpful friends at GP Suspension.
Although you won't break anything you'll greatly reduce the service life of this already marginal shock. Think Penske or Ohlins from your helpful friends at GP Suspension.
svbandit
Member
Thanks for the info.
jgrover
Well-known member
You don't mention how often you plan on riding with passenger... The stock shock, subframe, etc... will handle that weight just fine. The handling effects will be there regardless of what rear shock you're running. I think the max load is 450 - 500 on the FJR, and you're talking 390#...
I'm 250 and my passenger is 180 and with the occasional rides, the FJR is just fine in stock mode...
Jason
I'm 250 and my passenger is 180 and with the occasional rides, the FJR is just fine in stock mode...
Jason
Just curious. Does the 'owner' of that 220 number know that that number is out here in this shady corner of the internet? Some pillions might be sensitive about that kind of thing.
svbandit
Member
I thought about switching the numbers around but it would not have done me any good or had my question answered correctly. Honesty is always the best policy.
biknflyfisher
Well-known member
Your owners manual will list the GVWR and carrying capacity.
Make sure to check your tire pressures to have adequate support "down there".
The 2007 spec is 39lbs front and 42lbs rear - assume the 08's must be simliar.
Shiny side up.
Make sure to check your tire pressures to have adequate support "down there".
The 2007 spec is 39lbs front and 42lbs rear - assume the 08's must be simliar.
Shiny side up.
jgrover
Well-known member
Just looked it up...
Maximum load:
211 kg (465 lb) (CAL)
212 kg (467 lb) (U49)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)
Don't know if that includes the cases themselves or just the cargo inside them... but you two are still plenty below the limit!
Maximum load:
211 kg (465 lb) (CAL)
212 kg (467 lb) (U49)
(Total weight of rider, passenger, cargo and
accessories)
Don't know if that includes the cases themselves or just the cargo inside them... but you two are still plenty below the limit!
dcarver
Well-known member
No worries mate.. I've seen some fjr pilots that weigh more than your pilot + pillion..
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