FJRTom
Well-known member
Thought you all might like to see some "after" shots of how I have modifed the '08 that I picked up in Phoenix on 12/8/07. Although farkling is never really done, at least this is all that I plan to do in the near future. I am thrilled how it came out. Did it all myself, but without the info from this forum and FJRTech, it couldn't have happened. Thank you!
Here's an overview:
In this frontal view you can see the Motolights and maybe glimpse the Superbrace. For sure you cannot see the Magnum Blaster horns...but you can sure hear 'em!
Here's a close-up showing the carbon fiber alternator cover, frame sliders, and the Wild Bill foot pegs:
Tank bag, Airhawk cushion (medium Cruiser), cord for StarCom1 Digital mounted unde the rider seat. Also you may see the switch for the Motolights that I mounted on the little removable insert in dash Panel A. The Motolights come with their own wiring harness including the switch and relay. I tapped into an apparently unused connector that became visible when I removed the left side fairing for switched power so the lights always go off when I turn the key off. Once the key is on, then I can control the lights via the switch. I also have installed the Blue Seas fuse block under the seat. It gets power from a fused relay assembly that I made up. The power for the relay comes from a tap into the RH running light and the fuse block itself is then powered via a 30 amp fuse in the line going to positive battery terminal. I have three 2 amp fuses in the Blue Seas protecting the wiring going to the StarCom, a Kenwood BTB radio, and a Midland CB radio. There's a 15 amp fuse protecting the Gerbing power outlet.
The Motofizz bag may be temporary, since I ordered the Yamaha trunk with the bike but they are not yet available. On the other hand, although I think it kinda looks dorky, the Motofizz is darn useful and big and roomy and I may keep it. I also have the dual helmet locks by the license plate and, of course, there's a road gremlin bell too.
Escort Passport 8500 X50 radar detector, Zumo 550 with the XM radio/weather receiver antenna, and Bluetooth cell phone hook up. I had the Zumo on my 2005 FJR but the audio output was wired through a Mix-It2. The phone never worked well. I could hear OK but the people I talked too had a lot of trouble reading me. Now, with the StarCom all is perfecto! I have also disabled the automatic windscreen retract and made it so the glove box lid can open at anytime.
I installed a single Powerlet BMW plug for battery charging and for use with heated clothing. Then I got the bright idea of using the Gerbing plug for myself, so now the BMW plug can be used for passenger clothing -- although my wife rarely rides with me, and especially not it it's cold! -- so it will probably only serve for convenient battery tending.
I do not mean to come across as bragging. I am just very blessed that at this time in my life -- almost 63 -- I am in a position to both buy and modify such a great machine with such delightful add-ons!
Here's an overview:
In this frontal view you can see the Motolights and maybe glimpse the Superbrace. For sure you cannot see the Magnum Blaster horns...but you can sure hear 'em!
Here's a close-up showing the carbon fiber alternator cover, frame sliders, and the Wild Bill foot pegs:
Tank bag, Airhawk cushion (medium Cruiser), cord for StarCom1 Digital mounted unde the rider seat. Also you may see the switch for the Motolights that I mounted on the little removable insert in dash Panel A. The Motolights come with their own wiring harness including the switch and relay. I tapped into an apparently unused connector that became visible when I removed the left side fairing for switched power so the lights always go off when I turn the key off. Once the key is on, then I can control the lights via the switch. I also have installed the Blue Seas fuse block under the seat. It gets power from a fused relay assembly that I made up. The power for the relay comes from a tap into the RH running light and the fuse block itself is then powered via a 30 amp fuse in the line going to positive battery terminal. I have three 2 amp fuses in the Blue Seas protecting the wiring going to the StarCom, a Kenwood BTB radio, and a Midland CB radio. There's a 15 amp fuse protecting the Gerbing power outlet.
The Motofizz bag may be temporary, since I ordered the Yamaha trunk with the bike but they are not yet available. On the other hand, although I think it kinda looks dorky, the Motofizz is darn useful and big and roomy and I may keep it. I also have the dual helmet locks by the license plate and, of course, there's a road gremlin bell too.
Escort Passport 8500 X50 radar detector, Zumo 550 with the XM radio/weather receiver antenna, and Bluetooth cell phone hook up. I had the Zumo on my 2005 FJR but the audio output was wired through a Mix-It2. The phone never worked well. I could hear OK but the people I talked too had a lot of trouble reading me. Now, with the StarCom all is perfecto! I have also disabled the automatic windscreen retract and made it so the glove box lid can open at anytime.
I installed a single Powerlet BMW plug for battery charging and for use with heated clothing. Then I got the bright idea of using the Gerbing plug for myself, so now the BMW plug can be used for passenger clothing -- although my wife rarely rides with me, and especially not it it's cold! -- so it will probably only serve for convenient battery tending.
I do not mean to come across as bragging. I am just very blessed that at this time in my life -- almost 63 -- I am in a position to both buy and modify such a great machine with such delightful add-ons!
. Looks great, congrats on a nice ride. How do you like the motolights?
