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Any feedback? Also, compared to the Pirelli Angel GT's? Thanks. ------------- Thanks for the feedback, especially the forum link. My best experience after 80K and Metzlers, Avons, Michelins, & Bridgestones, were the Pirelli Diablo Strada's. Apparently not made anymore?

On Labor Day, on California's Hwy 1, I pulled out to pass a few cars and was immediately confronted by a large rock. Although my estimate of it's size grows every time I recount the incident, I'm sure that it was at least 10" in diameter. Estimated speed at 60-65mph. Maintained a good grip, keep...

I have a friend who is seriously seeking a used FJR based in California, Nevada or Arizona. Basically within an easy drive of Bakersfield, CA. Please advise if you know of any available FJR's. Thanks. Gary Ridgeway aka Paste007 email: [email protected]

I striped the threads on the allen bolt that connects the fairing to the bike, right below the oil filter. Any suggestions on how to remove it? thanks. Paste007

Seeking road conditions for a trip to Parkfield. 1) From Parkfield heading West, what is the condition of Vineyard Canyon Road? 2) From Parkfield heading North to Hwy 198, what is the condition of Parkfield Coalinga Road? Thanks. Paste007

I've been inflating my tires to 40(f) and 42® when they're cold. Is it advisable to run lower initial pressures if you know that you are going to be riding in 100+ temps for several hours? If so, is that some kind of guide or chart noting how much to adjust the tire pressure for increases in...

HELP. Does anyone have a Yamaha dealer who has in stock a Main Ignition Key Switch, Yamaha part # 5PS825011000 for a 2006 FJR(a)? My dealer has one on order, but has been told that they're comming from Japan and that it might take several weeks. He also checked with a couple of the larger...

HELP. Does anyone have a Yamaha dealer who has in stock a Main Ignition Key Switch, Yamaha part # 5PS825011000 for a 2006 FJR(a)? My dealer has one on order, but has been told that they're comming from Japan and that it might take several weeks. He also checked with a couple of the larger...

My '06 FJR(a) has joined the legions of FJR's who've experienced ignition failure. Ok, it's been a great bike and I'm not going to bitch about a single breakdown. However, when my local Yamaha dealer checked on ordering a new ignition, he reported that there were none in the Country, that the...

My low beam on one side quit and I'm ordering two bulbs from Glen (FJR Goodies). Any advise on a simple method to change out the headlight bulbs would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Paste007

When pushing the starter button, there is simply a click. Often times, the second or third try will result in the bike starting, however, recently it's taken more and more attempts (3-20) prior to the bike starting. I called my local Yamaha dealer and the mechanic said he had a similar symptom...

My poor FJR was so embarrassed yesterday when it received a ride home on the back of a tow truck. It asked me to place a sign on both sides saying "I'm not broke down, it's a flat tire, really". And it was a flat, that wouldn't handle a plug, as the cord was showing over half way around the...

Recently I've had trouble inserting the ignition key. It stops short, but after repeated attempts, finally seats all the way in and I can start the bike. I'm concerned about being out of town and the key not inserting completing and therefore being stranded with a hefty expense to get home...

Planning a couple of ride alternatives for Sunday, 4-15. Please advise if you know recent road conditions for any of the following routes, especially the roads note as OF SPEICAL INTEREST. 1) 58 (E) to I-15 (E) to Baker, then South on 127 [OF SPECIAL INTEREST] past Amboy to 62 (W) [OF SPECIAL...

My business partner is tired of hearing of my FJR adventures and is interested in a Cali bike. Preferrably one with YES. Paste.

Took a little spin this past Sunday on hwy 49 from Oakhurst up to Angels Camp. A nice day, without too much traffic through the Sierra Nevada foothills, including the Little Dragon. However, on the way back to Bakersfield, had the good fortune to take J59, from hwy 108, just SW of Sonora towards...

Saturday afternoon, took a quick loop to check out the condition of a few of the better roads in Kern County. Left Bakersfield going North On Granite Road towards Glenville. Very good condition, very little sand all the way to Glenville, almost racetrack conditions. From Glenville, stayed on...

How long should the factory brakes be good for AND when replacing them, any suggestions versus the factory pads? Thanks. Paste.

Has anyone recently been on Cat Canyon and/or Long Canyon, in the Santa Maria/Santa Barbara area, and if so, what is the road condition? These roads, are just South of Tepesquet Road. Thanks.

This Sunday (12-17-06), I'm planning to ride from Hwy 166, South on Tepusquet Road and continuing on Foxen Canyon Road to Los Olivos. If anyone knows the current road conditions for those two roads, your input would be appreciated.