I've done it

[Queensland Ken]

Same here, I think Yamaha tries to off load old stock before releasing the new bikes.

I wouldn't blame the dealers not knowing too much, Mr Yamaha here in Australia told me fibs.

I was happy to order the A, then the dealer automatically updated my order for a AEE but told Mr Yamaha that I bought an RT instead lol.

Be good to hear your impressions.

 

[SwollenRaccoon]

Man, that thing is beautiful. It gives me tingles in the danglies. Enjoy the hell out of your new baby. Good on you!

 

[graler]

If that all black was available here I would be trading. I still love my 06 blue but that black is awesome.

 

[steveoreno]

Yeah, got the hard bags. Thought the hard bag liners would have come as standard equipment but no.
Gazza

When I got my 2013, the liners were free?

 

[gazza]

I think with the 2013 models there was a trade off. You guys got the liners but didn't get the rubber flap in front of the back wheel. I'd say as far as cost goes you won.

Gazza

 

[Nodaclu]

Black looks gorgeous on the FJR. I keep holding out for a white version one day.

 

[art miller]

Gazza,

Your new ride looks great. I would not accept the dealer telling you the bag liners are not included. Send an email to Yamaha in Japan and explain this not a good business decision as the FJR's in other countries come with liners as a standard item. At least you will find out if the dealer(s) are telling you the truth or selling the liners as an added profit item. Are the Australian FJR's coming in with liners included?

Are you on the North or South Island? I toured NZ in the early 90's and really enjoyed the people and countryside. As I recall, the south island provides better twisties to challenge the FJR. I recall having to stop on occasion while the dogs herded the sheep to the side of the road.

Enjoy your new bike!! Ride safe.

Art

 

[gazza]

Ken....Did you get the liners with your new bike???

regards

Gazza

 

[mcatrophy]

Yeah, got the hard bags. Thought the hard bag liners would have come as standard equipment but no.
Gazza

When I got my 2013, the liners were free?

Ken....Did you get the liners with your new bike???
regards

Gazza

Some markets get them included, some don't. UK doesn't, apparently NZ doesn't. USA does.

 

[Queensland Ken]

No Gazza we don't get them with the bike.

Bought some real good ones from Kathy's Designs

I suppose it's like we had the panniers stock on our Gen1's while other countries didn't

 

[Mihalis fjr]

Congratulations for your new bike!

Beautiful!

 

[gazza]

Hi Art,

I am mid North Is and yes flocks of sheep on the road are quite common here at different times of the year.

Regards

Gazza