Recent content by fjrcanuck

Thanks for the info El Gordo

Just checked the installation instructions on Motovation's website - they only say "torque to manufacturer's specs". I'll call my local dealer and/or e-mail Yamaha to see what they say - then post the info here for others to see.

Hi, Does anybody know how tight to torque frame sliders? I have a set on the way from Motivation.

I suppose I'm going to have to leave my radar detector in the side case? Hi, Funny you should mention radar detectors. I was at a bike show in Toronto recently and asked an Ontario Provincial Police motorcycle cop about them. He seemed pissed about being asked, but did say that it's a $120.00...

Can either of you guys do me a favour while your at the show? Find out the MSRP for the 08's. My local dealer won't quote me a price until he orders another one in (supposed to be in Jan).. I was at the show on Saturday. The '08 FJR had a MSRP of $19000 -ouch!. That black colour looks nice, but...

Helmets have shelf life? I knew that you should replace them even after a minor impact. I am also going to the show in Toronto. What day are you going? I am headed there on saturday... (if weather permits) Richard I'm planning to go on Saturday too, pretty close to the time the show opens (I'll...

Thanks - I'm going to the Toronto Motorcycle Show next weekend, so I'll see what's available there; otherwise I'll likely get one from Bayside. One thing I noticed about the helmet from Bayside is that it's an '06; theoretically it's lost a year of it's lifespan already - which is likely why the...

Probably a question for the western Canadian FJR types. Has anyone dealt with Bayside Performance of Vancouver? I've got my eye on an Arai Helmet, but I'm just wondering if anybody's had online experience with them. FJRCanuck

Hi, Inglis Cycle (ingliscycle.com) in London Ontario has an '07 FJR for $14, 488 and they're usually willing to negotiate beyond that.