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Sold my '04 FJR five years ago with a scraped up side case, forgot to give the new owner the replacement emblem. Anybody need one? The part # is 5JW-W9346-OR, tried to post a pic but I guess I've been away too long. Al

Yes it's true, I'm selling my Gen 1 to finance my new joint farming venture with the new 'love of my life'. https://www.kijiji.ca/v-sport-touring/kamloops/2004-yamaha-fjr1300-updated-pics/562510755 Actually, I've already bought the tractor and I don't think I'll have time to ride this year...

There's hope for us old buggers yet!! Old Al.

An interesting, well researched, YouTube video produced in BC. IMHO, worth the 15 minute viewing time. Al.

Haven't seen this one posted here + Google search of site didn't find it, so here goes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dxy4n0UT82o&feature=player_embedded A clever ad, but when did FWD Civics learn to do donuts?

Here are the pics I took at the show as a PhotoBucket slide show. No particular order. https://s64.photobucket.com/user/kamloopsal/slideshow/Tacoma%20vintage%20bike%20show%202013 Sorry, I am strictly a 'point and shoot' photographer. Love the color of the Flyin' Merkel - wonder what it would...

As Hwy 20 (North Cascade Hwy) is on my 'to do' list, I thought I'd go home that way tomorrow. Don't appear to be any closures etc, just some minor drainage work. Anybody used it recently? Any tips? Thanks. Al.

For some time now I've been considering getting a stablemate for the FJR. Something a bit lighter and more nimble (to compensate for me becoming heavier and less nimble). I've been keeping an eye on these two: a 1999 VFR 800...

Rooster's is a specialty dirt bike shop in Kamloops - right next door to Mt. Paul Barbers. https://roostersoffroad.com/ Yesterday I was headed to the barbers, when I noticed a strange looking bike sitting on Rooster's showroom floor. What? A turbo two stroke? The shop owner, Tyrel, was happy...

Just returned from the Kootenay region of BC, after attending The Kootenay Butt Buster aka WCR2. Headed out from near Nelson, BC, then took the Kootenay Lake ferry. It was a short ride from the ferry terminal to beautiful, downtown, Crawford Bay. With it's bustling shopping, light...

I had planned to do this ride after the Kootenay Gut Buster (aka WCR2). But finding myself with the common retiree question "What shall I do today?" and a request from a friend near Nelson, BC to fix her Lada Niva and 'take a look' at her 100 year old cabin's leaky roof, I decided 'just do it' -...

After a brush with some gravel on a tight corner, I ended up with, amongst other things, a bent rear brake pedal. Decided to try to 'tweak' it straight - duh! Anyway. Just thought I'd see if anyone has one lying around that they don't need, before I order a new/used one. May talk to my welder...

I just know this isn't going to polish out. So I'd like to replace it if possible. Anybody got one or know where I can find one? I've tried eBay and several parts places: https://www.partzilla.com/parts/detail/yamaha/YP-5JW-W9340-0R-36.html seems it's an obsolete product? Part #...

Having coffee today with a Harley ridin' retiree. Five old guys in full gear came into the cafe as I was leaving. Didn't ask what they were riding, so I was surprised to see this..... Al.

An attorney arrived home late, after a very tough day trying to get a stay of execution. His last minute plea for clemency to the governor had failed and he was feeling worn out and depressed. As soon as he walked through the door at home, his wife started on him about, 'What time of night to...

I'm sure this has been discussed before but I can't find it, either with a Google or forum search. Anyway. Came home from a ride and noticed this: When I built my yard gate I didn't have an FJR (used a wheelbarrow to determine the width ), so I have 'sideswiped' the gate a few times -...

Yesterday, Monday, looked like being our best day yet, a flurry of e-mails resulted in eight people agreeing to go for a ride, five actually turned up - not bad. Unfortunately I forgot my Hero camera and didn't take many pictures. We decided to take Hwy 1 to Revelstoke, picking up a rider from...

I'm sure this will end up in NEPRT, but here goes. I think the air filter in my '04 was a 'day oner', I've just been blowing it clean and replacing it. Bought a new one and installed it today. Instead of going for a nice ride, I got sidetracked (happens a lot since retirement) and decided to...

Posted this under WCR 2013, but it may be more appropriate to re-post here? Before heading to BC, or if you live here, might be a good time to check your helmet's certification and expiry date. This could happen to you: https://www.bcsportbi...lmet-if-expired...