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  1. cometman

    Pics - SoCal Ride - Also Known as "The Ride That Neil Made"

    First at Launch Site - Temecula CA. Meet Up with the North Gang Waiting for Mr 80s. I heard he actually had a bee in his bonnet. Snow Valley Ski Resort We made it to Big Bear Ordering of cycle food. Had to stop for a few pics. Good ride - Good people - Good Food...
  2. cometman

    Infringement on memories

    So sad when you lose something. A wallet or your keys? :angry2: In this case I can no longer ride to a spot that is near to my home and where I have been going for 35 years. I spent many nights with my kids here viewing meteor showers as they grew up. Hang out spot in my late teens and...
  3. cometman

    Sighting 9-21-11 San Diego

    Yo, nice FJR this morning. 125 South near start of 94 freeway west around 6:45 or so. I followed a motorcycle officer this morning down from my part of the county also. I saw a 2 finger wave I think as he passed me. What????? Cool!!!!!!!!!
  4. cometman

    Garauld passenger backrest

    Need some opinions on the Garauld passenger backrest. I am looking to buy one and would like to now about comfort for the passenger and if it will push her into me too much. My passenger is well.....big breasted.....and could be a problem if they push me too far forward.....other than that I...
  5. cometman

    Corbin Smuggler Fit Problem

    My used Corbin Smuggler does not quite fit properly on my Gen 1. The back end can be lifted up about 1.5 inches. Over bumps it will bounce up and down. Corbin would not give me any information since I did not buy it directly from them. Anyone know if I am missing an attach point or hardware...
  6. cometman

    Los Robustos Ultimate Farkle

    I thought this was pretty cool until I saw that I would have to sell the FJR, Vstrom and my kids to afford this..... Had to share this one.
  7. cometman

    Dude wants FJR - Cash + make payments

    Not me ( I already have one) but a guy in San Diego is looking for a FJR. "WANTED: Yamaha FJR 2001-09 - $6000 (san diego)" CLICKY Just helping out................
  8. cometman

    SW-FOG First Ride Report

    My first long distance ride was a success. I learned quite a bit from fellow riders and had a great time. Total round trip distance was about 2,100 miles. Longest portion was on the the way home through as many twisties as I could find which took 13.5 hours from Page, AZ to Brawley, CA about...
  9. cometman

    Tank and Tail Bag Suggestions?

    Anyone have any strong suggestions on what brand or kind of tank and tail bag combinations that work well. Or are they all about the same. Need them for going to the SW-FOG in 2 weeks. Magnetic or straps? Thanks for your input..... :rolleyes:
  10. cometman

    Need Painter to Match 2004 color

    I remember reading about a great guy who paints on this site. Since I can't find a 2004 smuggler I am thinking of buying a used 2005 (I have seen 2 for sale recently) and having it painted. Could someone point me in the right direction to get a quote from the right guy. I have a hard time...
  11. cometman

    Wanted - Corbin Smuggler for 2004 FJR

    I am looking for a used Corbin Smuggler in excellent condition for a 2004 FJR. Thanks.
  12. cometman

    2 Nice FJR's at the Space Needle

    I visisted the space needle in Seattle last week and there in the parking structure were 2 FJR's. It felt like home to see them. Just wanted to say hi to the owners. :clapping:
  13. cometman

    Sighting in Southern Cal - Alpine

    I couldn't believe it! Another FJR in Alpine. I thought I was the only one. It was Sunday April 5th, late afternoon, at the 4 way stop at Arnold Way and Tavern. :ph34r:
  14. cometman

    Clock and mileage resets while starting

    Hi everyone, I was just wondering if anbody else has this problem. When the FJR gets warmed up (normal temperature) and after stopping for gas or a store for example, during restart the clock and mileage gets reset and there is a rather long hestiation while starting and the linstrument lights...
  15. cometman

    Sighting - Ramona California

    I sighted a FJR perhaps a 2008 in Ramona on Sunday June 15th, Fathers Day. Oh what a joy to view an FJR while riding an FJR. I don't see very many in San Diego. Mark
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