Recent content by Cosmin

After the 'factory default' Metzeler, then a set of Bridgestones and a few sets of Pilot Road 2 and 3 back in the days - I switched to using Road 2/3 (both standard and GT) on the rear and Pilot Power 2 and 3 on the front on my old FJR. And I continued in this combination (touring Road 2/3 or 4...

It's difficult to get a common agreement across the community; the more members you ask the more opposite opinions you might get. So here is my opinion: - perhaps the bike would look better if the picture is taken from the same angle while on the center stand; - perhaps the windhield would...

Glad to hear you solved it that fast; in my case I didn't have time yet for a new bleeding but in any case my brake's behavior is much better than yours (the pedal is firm with no obvious symptoms of air in the system).

Although last year I took the decision to keep the FJR since the BMW K1300GT I wanted to buy would have created too many problems plus significantly increased maintenance bill unjustified, I still think the GT brakes are better than the ones on FJR (not only since they fullfil my obsession of...

My conclusions after reading several debates on this topic: 1) obviously such a mod like 'de-link' is addressed only to those who are totally aware of the risks, are very familiar with the bike and ready to adapt the riding style to get used to the new behaviour; 2) apparently there is nobody...

I don't want to start an argument :) - I just remember from the Blackbird that together with longer travel of the lever the sensation was also of extra effort needed, perhaps it was just an impression?! I'm too lazy to start digging in memories for some physics formulas and compute pressure...

This is actually a valid concern: in order to actuate the additional 2 pistons, the front master cylinder needs indeed a longer travel but also slight increased effort. At least that's what I experienced in the past on the Honda Blackbird but I got used to it. A friend of mine who was frequently...

First of all - it's obvious that this topic is addressed to those who are considering the de-linking. It was discussed several times about the associated risks (like at a bike resell etc) and about the fact that many consider the delink useless. So, getting back to those who are evaluating such...

Thanks for suggestions, I'll give the rear bleeding another try since it's not that difficult to do and who knows, perhaps I'm lucky to solve it :) Regarding 'de-linking' topic - thanks Fred, I already posted some ideas in the relevant page.

Hi Fred, Thanks for splitting the topics, I know this has been debated for some time but I didn't find a thread which has a positive output... (related threads: https://www.fjrforum.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=140782 https://www.fjrforum.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=28486...

Thanks, I'll take a decision these days if I start the season like this or I'll solve it though...

Thanks all for replies. Now addressing all comments in arrival order :) : - yes, I am pretty sure the circuit is properly bled. Every 2 years I change brake fluid (front circuit, rear circuit, clutch). The method used in the past 4 changes was opening each bleeder (one after the other one...

I forgot to mention that I did try the preload and the shifting is indeed significantly improved. Unfortunately due to other plans I didn't have the chance to send my FJR to the dealer for case-split and inspection for what needs to be changed. So most probably this season I'll ride it with the...

Hi everyone, I am writing you with an issue noticed at my '06 Gen II related to rear brake versus trail braking. After previous experience with the CBR1100 Blackbird linked brakes (which I delinked and was satisfied with them - except for increased front dive under heavy front braking plus...

Although I cannot answer to your question, I'll just post an advice based on own experience: the OEM front pads lasted for 45.000miles. Also due to pricing reasons I installed a cheaper LUCAS/TRW alternative. LUCAS/TRW improved the braking efficiency but I noticed lots of black powder on the...