'06 - '12 Bin O Facts (Generation II)

[richsp51]

Yes, that was because at the time that manual was written Yamalube was available as 20W40.
They subsequently dropped that weight and now have either 10W40 or 20W50 only. Current FJR owners manuals specify those Yamalube oils, even though it is essentially the same identical engine as the one they previously specified 20W40.

IOW they specify that oil because that is what they sell, not because the engine particularly needs it.

Fred, are you saying that the current owners manual specify either either 10W40 or 20W50 is recommended? I'm almost afraid to ask (I haven't been on the forum very long, but long enough to know where this question can lead to), but is 20W50 generally considered the replacement for the unavailable 20W40?

Thanks.

 

[extrememarine]

From my 2009 manual. "Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO standard MA" It was changed from the 20w40 in '08 or '09. Please take any further discussion elsewhere so we can keep this as bin'o'facts material only.

Yes, that was because at the time that manual was written Yamalube was available as 20W40.
They subsequently dropped that weight and now have either 10W40 or 20W50 only. Current FJR owners manuals specify those Yamalube oils, even though it is essentially the same identical engine as the one they previously specified 20W40.

IOW they specify that oil because that is what they sell, not because the engine particularly needs it.

Fred, are you saying that the current owners manual specify either either 10W40 or 20W50 is recommended? I'm almost afraid to ask (I haven't been on the forum very long, but long enough to know where this question can lead to), but is 20W50 generally considered the replacement for the unavailable 20W40?

Thanks.

 

[mcatrophy]

Yes, that was because at the time that manual was written Yamalube was available as 20W40.
They subsequently dropped that weight and now have either 10W40 or 20W50 only. Current FJR owners manuals specify those Yamalube oils, even though it is essentially the same identical engine as the one they previously specified 20W40.

IOW they specify that oil because that is what they sell, not because the engine particularly needs it.

Fred, are you saying that the current owners manual specify either either 10W40 or 20W50 is recommended? I'm almost afraid to ask (I haven't been on the forum very long, but long enough to know where this question can lead to), but is 20W50 generally considered the replacement for the unavailable 20W40?

Thanks.

Oh, goody, an oil thread.

Quote from my 2010 handbook:

So it all depends on your ambient temperature, and you're not allowed to use your FJR below 10C (50F).

 

[extrememarine]

mcatrophy - could you send me that? I'll link them in the first post.

 

[richsp51]

From my 2009 manual. "Recommended engine oil grade: API service SG type or higher, JASO standard MA" It was changed from the 20w40 in '08 or '09. Please take any further discussion elsewhere so we can keep this as bin'o'facts material only.

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OK, understood. But since I was the one who posted about adding an oil section to the bin'o'fact, and given that 20W40 is basically unavailable and that both you and Fred have posted what the later GENII manuals recommend, I'm wondering what you are going to add in the oil section.

Seems like wording such as: "... earlier GENII's Owners manual state the recommended Type as YAMALUBE 4 20W-40 , or SAE 20W-40 which is now not widely available and that later GENII Owners manual state the recommend Type as YAMALUBE 4 20W-50 , or SAE 20W-50" ...or something to that affect...would be appropriate.

That way it's clear to the GENII user of the bin'o'facts that the recommended type has changed over time. The earlier GENII user (such as myself) can then draw his own conclusion when he/she is unable to find 20W-40.

 

[extrememarine]

My intent at this point (regarding Yamaha's recommended oil) is to gather scans or pictures of this section from each year's (Gen 2) owners manual, than add that to the file. We will be able to show, by year, what Yamaha recommends.

 

[mcatrophy]

mcatrophy - could you send me that? I'll link them in the first post.

email sent.

 

[Wlfman]

https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/sport/service/viewmanuals/outdoor_manuals.aspx

 

[Fred W]

Yup, if you fib a little and tell Mama Yamaha that you own every year of FJR (which we do, collectively) you can then download an owners manual for each.

 

[Rickster]

As a complete document, these are posted here also: Clicky

although dated, what i've been working from is:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1798EHnoAn1Mdds9yk2cd8LZ4fmcl8-xIfN5farcfmnA/edit

more to follow.

 

[Rickster]

Windshield Screws:

Yamaha P/N: 90150-05024-00 Total: 7 Approx price: 120 Yen (1.00 USD) each

Windshield auto-retract disconnect

https://www.fjrforum.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=15396&hl

McMaster Carr link lost -- recommend deletion.

For power consumption, See Iggy's '03-05 Bin-O-Facts for Clothing wattage:

https://www.fjrforum.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=4295

Installing HeatTroller in the Left Handlebar:

https://www.fjr1300.info/howto/switchgear.html

From SportRider, the complete article and tuning guide

JA - JeffAshe settings JeffAshe

https://www.fjrforum.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=14779&hl

Very Dark Red Metallic #2 (VDRM2) Code: 0957, Top Coat: 5200

( now just a colorite link: https://www.colorrite.com/

ColorRite for '06: -- recommend deletion -- just a colorite link.

Servicing:
Yamaha OEM Parts online:

https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/sport/myyamaha/prompt/L3Nwb3J0L3BhcnRzL2hvbWUuYXNweA==/Parts%20Catalog/starthere.aspx

Genuine Yamaha Parts catalog:

https://www.yamahamotorsports.com/sport/myyamaha/prompt/L3Nwb3J0L3BhcnRzL2hvbWUuYXNweA==/Parts%20Catalog/starthere.aspx

UMotors policy change affects their pricing. Thread discussion:

https://www.fjrforum.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=100644&hl

Gary McCoy is no longer at UMotors. Thread discussion:

https://www.fjrforum.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=102371&hl

online parts sources: Clicky (thanks madmike2)

https://www.fjrforum.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=102438

or you can try one of these preferred dealers:

https://www.fjrforum.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=7164

Air Filters:
K&N air filter # YA-1301 Mfg application Link:

https://www.knfilters.com/search/applications.aspx?Prod=YA-1301

.... more to follow....

if you have a good lead on a late model FJR -- PM me.

 

[bergmen]

This is an absolutely excellent thread with great info!

One minor nit: No shaft drive motorcycles have differentials, they only exist in vehicles with two driven wheels (front or rear). Shaft drive motorcycles have "rear drive housings" or similar descriptions.

Dan

 

[woodcycl]

Please consider adding a NOTATION to the Torque Specs for the Oil Drain Plug and Oil filter so that folks know that following these torque settings has and will often strip threads. Many thanks for the consideration.

 

[extrememarine]

Bryan - there is a note regarding this trend of stripped oil drain plug threads due to torquing to the spec supplied by Yamaha - under "no-hassle FJR1300 Oil Change"

I'll make a note indicating the reader should read further regarding the oil drain plug issue.

Please consider adding a NOTATION to the Torque Specs for the Oil Drain Plug and Oil filter so that folks know that following these torque settings has and will often strip threads. Many thanks for the consideration.

 

[extrememarine]

Warning note modified to the oil drain bolt torque spec under "No-Hassle FJR1300 Oil Change" section.

Bottom line, 31 ft/lbs is too high of a torque spec for this fastener when it's threaded into the aluminum oil pan.

 

[stealth1]

Concerning Gen II final drive oil, evidently 9079E-SH001-00 is no longer available.

Suggested replacement is ACC-SHFTD-EX-00.

Still no idea what the specs are for this oil.

Good news is you get a full quart for about the same price.

 

[Harald]

US Gen 2 will read > 99F -

And the US Gen II won't read below 16 degrees F because it was 12 degrees F when I stopped to take this picture:

 

[rbentnail]

An addition for the air filter section:

Emgo # 12-95842.

 

[extrememarine]

An addition for the air filter section:
Emgo # 12-95842.

Thanks.

 

[jscasteel]

The FSM says engine oil drain plug specs for tightening is 31 lb.-ft. That is too tight. There is a good possibility of stripping the threads. Specs for final drive oil drain plug is 17 b.-ft. They are the same size bolts.

If you are going to use a torque wrench, I suggest 17 lb.-ft. for the engine oil plug also.