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  1. escapefjrtist

    Stoked! New to me Bushtec

    Nice score, JP! ~G
  2. escapefjrtist

    Problem changing from 2nd to 1st while rolling to stop

    Glad you have it sorted out. Echoing @Bounce, annual cleaning and lubrication does the trick! ~G
  3. escapefjrtist

    Problem changing from 2nd to 1st while rolling to stop

    Emphasis added...looks like you found the issue! Take things apart, clean well and add a dab of lithium grease! Good luck! ~G
  4. escapefjrtist

    Bought a Penske Rear Shock

    Anytime! If you have more questions or need an assist with adjustments, just post up. ~G
  5. escapefjrtist

    Thanks for the add! FNG from Tulsa OK

    Welcome from metro Seattle and congrats on the new (to you) '18! ~G
  6. escapefjrtist

    Bought a Penske Rear Shock

    The Penske manual is straightforward and very good explaining shock adjustments. Take it step-by-step and you'll have no trouble with it. Can't address using shorter dog bones as I've never used them. Lengthening the shock using stock dog bones would provide infinite adjustment (up to the...
  7. escapefjrtist

    New Member from Traverse City, MI

    Welcome from metro Seattle! What's the right number of bikes to own...one more than you have!! FJRs haven't changed significantly in recent years although with the '23 you're gaining ES suspension and a 6-spd transmission. Which bike to buy? Depends on your feelings towards a 6-spd and if you...
  8. escapefjrtist

    Bought a Penske Rear Shock

    Definitely check sag. Start out with a minimum of 10mm of spring preload and see what you have. Add more from that point. I'd also recommend adding ~3mm extra ride height to slightly quicken turn in. The shackle height adjustment can be changed with shock mounted. Easy to fine tune the bike...
  9. escapefjrtist

    Bought a Penske Rear Shock

    Unless you're a flyweight, a 700# spring is pretty light for an FJR. Regarding the OP, great suggestion from BkerChuck sending the shock directly to Penske for rebuild. I've had good experience with Penske tech support setting up a shock on my Tenere and they did swap a spring for me at no...
  10. escapefjrtist

    Bought a Penske Rear Shock

    Looks like you have a 8983 Penske. I'd suggest trying the 900# spring first and if it is too much, replace it with an 850# spring. Replacement springs are inexpensive to purchase and easy to swap even with shock installed on the bike. For reference, I'm about the same weight and use a 850# for...
  11. escapefjrtist

    New Member

    Welcome from metro Seattle and congrats on the new (to you) '18! ~G
  12. escapefjrtist

    2024 FJR ES 1300 New Member Sherman CT

    Welcome from metro Seattle. Nice stable you have there! ~G
  13. escapefjrtist

    I Bought Another One!

    Welcome back and congrats on the new '23! ~G
  14. escapefjrtist

    Mile Eater Awards

    Incredible amount of (s)miles, congrats Tony! ~G
  15. escapefjrtist

    Returning

    Welcome (back) from Seattle-ish! Congrats on the new (to you) '20...enjoy the new ride! ~G
  16. escapefjrtist

    New joiner

    Welcome from metro Seattle and congrats on the new (to you) '11 ! Enjoy, you've come to the right place for all things FJR. ~G
  17. escapefjrtist

    yamaha adjustable levers

    I have a set of Pazzos (currently on Tenere) that I picked up used from the forum. Good levers, anodizing doesn't fade, work well and have plenty of adjustability. OTOH, I have several sets of knock offs (different colors, long/long, long/short, short/short) that were $30-$50 a set and function...
  18. escapefjrtist

    New to FJR

    Welcome from metro Seattle and congrats on the new (to you) '19! ~G
  19. escapefjrtist

    Anyone use tank bags?

    Have and use a couple different SW-Motech tank bags with gas tank rings. Easy on/off and convenient for stashing small items for quick access. ~G
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