Recent content by DennisJ

Tanks for posting this. I tried to go last year but the parking situation was impossible.

I have been wearing Tourmaster Transistion Jackets since 2010; for daily commuting down to 38 F in the Seattle, WA area with the liner in and in temps up to 105 F in Eastern Washington with the insulated liner removed and a cooling vest under the jacket. Never had any problem with water. Also...

From the FAQ's file: Ignition Keys: Equivalent part numbers: Ilco YM63, Taylor X248, Curtis YM63,Silca YH35R Same blank is used for: Yamaha: YZF, FJR, FZR, FZ1, R1, GTS, XJ, V Star, Road Star, Royal Star, Venture, F1, Warrior & TT-R models - 1993+. Vino Scooter 2001+. Other Keys: Givi V46...

I put my insurance out for bid every two years right after I receive the quote for the coming year from my current insurere. I make it a point to call my current insurere and tell them that I am seeking quotes from other companies and usually receive a revised quote for the coming year...

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5' 8 3/4, 32 inch inseam, 155 lbs. No problem flat footing at stops, Alll the previous warnings about slow speed tipovers are serious. Lots of practice with slow speed turns. I used a friends 250 for that, full lock turns either direction after a little practice. The feeling carries over to...

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That's good. Brings back some memories.

Had my right knee replace the end of February so I am 10 weeks post-surgery and not ready for longer rides yet. Wish I was but there is a whole summer ahead to enjoy this ride.

This is the same plug I have been wearing for about 15 years now, buy them in the box of 200 which lasts about 2 1/2/ years fro me. Shuld have started wearing them a long time ago. Had my hearing tested last year at VA and found out that I have a almost total los of hearing above 2500Hz...

I wonder if the electrical system has been beefed up, particularly the alternator?

Great photos and an interesting article. I lived in Jeddah, KSA from '78 to mid '86 and there were a lot of divers exploring wrecks along the coast north or Jeddah. Beautiful clear water and a large variety and numbers of marine life to be seen even when just snorkeling. Lots of sunshine and...

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Good on you. That is really a great contribution and I am sure a lot of FJR riders will make the trip to the Barber Museum just to see your bike. Thank You

Just under 40K on my '09. I've thought about selling it and buying a Gen III but just can't justify the expense. I have a KFG tweaked front end that I really like, a Gen III Shock installed and a few electrical tweaks. Had the rear luggage repainted by Garuald, beautifully done, and I don't...