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Please help me connect my Sena 20S to my mixit and Garmin 550. Now, I have the 550, a radar detector, and an ipod hard wired into the mixit, and a dongle as the output of the mixit. My andoid phone is paired to the 550. I am able to pair the dongle with the Sena so i can hear everything...

Last year’s Memorial Ride was a huge success! We had almost 200 riders participate (including riders from around the world) and admitted 45 “newbies” to the ranks of the insane. Riders enjoyed the new flexible scheduling with seventeen eligible ride dates including three weekend ride options...

My misguided R1200GS riding friend wants a tour tank for his ride. Anybody want to sell to this poor Beemer rider?

This motorcycle was purchased new from Yamaha of Millington in Millington, TN, by me in March, 2009. I have been the sole owner and rider. This is my second Yamaha, the first being a Vstar 1100. Why am I selling? Because my third Yamaha, a third-generation 2013 FJR, is now in my garage taking...

When I installed my aux tank fittings several years ago, I bought the bulkhead fitting and quick disconnect from Sampson Sport Touring. But their website is now inactive. Where can I find the fittings so i can put my aux tank on my 2013 bike? Howard

Many GenIII owners have sold their GenII's themselves rather than trading them in. I'm in the process of doing just that, and would be grateful to know how much you got for your old bike, how many miles were on it, any 'real super' farkles, and its general condition. I'd like to price my bike...

Is there a solution to mounting aux lights on the mirror brackets like we had on the gen IIs? Is there a problem stowing HID ballasts under the front plastic for HID headlight conversion? Howard

I've seen mention in one of the multi-page threads about a 'second batch' of FJRs being delivered in February. Is there any good word that these will be somewhat different that the 'first batch', or am I just confused (not an uncommon event)? Howard

The issues of the 2013 cruise control speed limit have been discussed in the pinned thread about the 2013 models. I started this thread because the cruise control discussion, which I feel is a meaningful discussion, gets diffused in the sixty plus pages in the other thread. NOTE: For those of...

While replacing my rear tire, we also replaced the rear brake pads. Immediately after putting the caliper back on, the rear brake became soft, and the travel of the pedal was much more than it had ever been. Thinking that somehow air got into the system (I can't imagine how), the mechanic bled...

Most motorcyclists that put stuff in their fuel recommend Seafoam. But my friend who runs a fleet of trucks swears by Lucas. There is a significant price difference between these brands. Is there really a difference? Is one better or worse for motorcycles?

I have had this problem since my bike was new. When left in the garage for an extended time, like several weeks, the bike won't start easily. When I ride every week, it starts in a second with no throttle. After an extended 'no ride' period, when I hit the starter, the bike turns over well...

I am measuring the voltage drop between the output of the voltage rectifier/regulator, and the positive battery post. I'm doing this because my digital voltmeter reads only 13.6volts when cruising. I stick a needle into the back of the connector (red wire) that connects to the voltage r/r, and...

Any word yet on whether the 2013 FJR will have any major changes? Howard

I've read many posts on the forum about HID conversions--but most are months or years old. I'm going to do this conversion next month on my Gen II. Questions: 1. Which vendor is the easiest to work with initially and in the event of warranty claim? 2. Are there any brands or vendors to...

I first took my 2008 FJR up to altitude when it had 10,000 miles. I experienced much reduced throttle response, e.g., when I came back on the throttle just a little, it felt like the bike was going to stall, and when I advanced the throttle just a little, nothing much happened. At 10,000 feet...

One of the weaknesses in the FJR is the lack of adequate generating capacity to carry all the farkles that i want on my bike, including aux lites and heated gear. But in Europe, the FJR is being used as a police bike, with all kinds of electronics, lites, and, I assume, heated gear also. Do...

I'd like to get a set of stock exhaust pipes/headers for my Gen II. Anybody have an extra set? When you went to an aftermarket exhaust system? PM me, pls. Howard

If the voltage at the regulator is low with a 100 watt load applied, do I replace the alternator, the regulator, or the rectifier--or is it all one piece? If they're separate pieces, how do I test each one? Howard

I will be installing a new TPS on my 2008 67,000 mile FJR. The bike is exhibiting symptoms that many of you have told me cold only be from a failing TPS. However, my dealer says he has never installed one, and frankly, I'd rather do the job myself. He has ordered one for me (under YES...