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    Is the FJR right for me?

    Craigslist is the best first choice, don't bother with the paper, next choice would be cycletrader if you don't get a bite. Don't be surprised if you get very few calls even if the bike is priced right. Very little of anything is selling right now and this is always a tough time of year to sell...
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    2up buffeting

    Another vote for the Laminar Lip, you can play with the adjustment until you get it right. I am very happy with mine but it is not the most visually attractive piece.
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    I just struck a deal to become an FJR owner . . .

    Those special qualities you have listed describe my Z pretty well although I would add a few more adjectives. I suppose putting a slightly lower seat on the VFR would not quite do the trick for junior.
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    I just struck a deal to become an FJR owner . . .

    It looks like a pretty good deal and you will love the bike. I ended up selling my VFR to my son. Now if you had a Z06 instead of the 993 to go along with the bike you would be in heaven. Just kidding, I am sure the Porsche is a great ride.
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    Laminar lip

    I am 6'3" and put one on the stock screen and noticed a huge difference. The reviewer must be partially brain dead.
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    Valve Adjustment

    There is no reason to adjust them as they are within spec. You actually have a little better breathing with a tighter tolerance. Whatever amount you add to the gap decreases the valve lift by the exact same amount. For the most performance you want a tighter gap although it is probably not...
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    GPS Sound

    The etymotic will not plug into the Garmin motorcycle mount without some type of adapter.
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    In floor motorcycle lift

    It looks like a very complex solution for a very simple problem. I think I would have just bought a couple of 2 X 12's to drive the car on.
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    RIDING WELL. How good are you?

    It looks like some moron wrote this test and someone would have to be their mental equal to use it.
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    Help me ride into the World Record books!

    Dale, good luck on your ride but I would offer one suggestion. Instead of going out buying a bunch of gas cards just call your Credit Card companies and let them know what you are doing and your expected expenses for the week. As long as they have been given notice you should have no problems. I...
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    Wind noise at speed.

    https://www.laminarlip.com/fjr13.php Try this, it works for me at 6'3"
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    gps mount

    You don't need a socket to remove the center cap. Take 2 minutes and remove one of the handlebars and you can use an adjustable wrench.
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    Balance mark for Avons??

    This does not make any sense. My understanding is that variations in production can lead to a tire that is unbalanced to different degrees. For them to have a spot marked on the tire during production would mean that they dilliberately build a tire that is out of balance.
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    Riding Tips to share.

    Jim, The post I quoted did not reference any other post and I thought you might be talking about slow speed turns but I could not be sure. It was not clear to me and possibly others that you were refering to a specific situation. I wanted to be sure that someone that did not read all of the...
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    Riding Tips to share.

    I agree it should not be stated as an absolute just like "Never use your front brake".
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    Riding Tips to share.

    Some of the worst advice I have ever heard. Advice like this could get someone killed. The front brake is your friend, provides 70 to 90% of available braking power, and learning to use it is vital. You do not have to be going straight to use the front brake. There is absolutely no problem with...
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    Jackets

    First off, one jacket is not enough. I also prefer leather for the extra protection it affords although I do have a one piece Fieldsheer unit for cold weather. I personally have a closet full of Vanson stuff and really like their full perf jacket for anytime it is above 80 degrees.
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    Differential Lubricant

    It's probably too late but the GM synthetic will be fine. I would use it if I had it laying around.
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    Garmin 2610 - Good Price

    Take a look at a new 2720 at Costco for $349
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    Skyway's FJR Sidestand Enlargement Footplate

    Add one more waiter to the list.
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