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BkerChuck
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New to FJR Forum...
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Welcome from central PA
Wednesday at 10:21 AM
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This forum is an awesome place! Thanks to all! I really appreciate @escapefjrtist and @BkerChuck for their assistance!
Apr 15, 2024
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I called Penske this morning, and am going to send the shock to them. They advised that the 900# spring is a good starting point. This...
Apr 15, 2024
BkerChuck
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I don't even bother changing the preload when solo. It's a little firm but not objectionable to me. At EOM last year in WV at one point...
Apr 14, 2024
BkerChuck
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Bought a Penske Rear Shock
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The shock I bought off eBay was originally sold by Traxxion and came with all the original paperwork and instructions which was nice...
Apr 14, 2024
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You can also send the shock right to Penske for rebuild. Since I'm in PA and so is Penske I went that route. I bought a used one off...
Apr 13, 2024
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Can you order a 2024 FJR in a different color?
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I agree. Not a fan of black or blue, which really reduces the options with an FJR.
Mar 24, 2024
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Can you order a 2024 FJR in a different color?
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I've always felt Yamaha missed the boat with only offering one color like that. I first test rode a FJR back in 2009 and while I loved...
Mar 24, 2024
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FJR1300 Eastern Owners Meet - EOM - 2024 - Update
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I’ll be retired! This event is on my calendar!
Mar 15, 2024
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Mile Eater Awards
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BTW- I still have a few more rides that I want to accomplish.
Mar 12, 2024
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For those familiar to the IBA, you know there are awards given out based on the number of “Stand Alone Certificates” you have...
Mar 12, 2024
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That is one of my FJRs I shipped over in 2019. I did my dream trip - 2 months riding across Europe. Back then, the break-even of...
Feb 25, 2024
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I use a big nelson Riggs and no problems as long as it's not too far forward. I love it for big trips but front use it otherwise on the...
Feb 25, 2024
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More luggage options
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I use a Givi 56l top box and have the Givi rack on top of it but rarely use the rack. On the few times I have used it the only things I...
Feb 22, 2024
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Yes, they work very well to maintain tension (unlike a ratchet strap) and are more robust and safer than an elastic bungee cord. The...
Feb 22, 2024
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