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<blockquote data-quote="torch" data-source="post: 1444502" data-attributes="member: 1295"><p>Gen 1 also had ignition switch issues. Fixed mine twice. The updated Gen 2 switch fits, so third time's the charm? </p><p></p><p>The original Gen 1 windscreen angle was too shallow and had limited protection. Later (2004?) arms upped the angle by 5° or so, which helped but the "Rifle tuning block" upped it 7° which really hit the sweet spot. </p><p></p><p>Early Gen 1 centre stands snapped like twigs. Yamaha quietly superseded those with a reinforced design, but there was no recall. </p><p></p><p>There was a recall for the early Throttle Position Sensor, which helped resolve twitchy low speed throttle response. Yamaha also later changed the ramp angle on the the throttle to slow the throttle response at low speeds, which contributes to the feeling that later models are slower. </p><p></p><p>Gen 1 rear luggage racks tend to crack and fall off under any load greater than a lunch bag. The Givi replacement seems indestructible. </p><p></p><p>In general, Gen 1 models lean towards the sport side of Sport-Touring. Shorter wheelbase, lighter weight, snappier performance. Each successive generation moves further towards the touring side. Adjustable rider position, better cooling, nanny brakes, added sophistication, weight and complexity. The current FJR is a Buick Regal. The Gen 1 is a Buick GNX.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="torch, post: 1444502, member: 1295"] Gen 1 also had ignition switch issues. Fixed mine twice. The updated Gen 2 switch fits, so third time's the charm? The original Gen 1 windscreen angle was too shallow and had limited protection. Later (2004?) arms upped the angle by 5° or so, which helped but the "Rifle tuning block" upped it 7° which really hit the sweet spot. Early Gen 1 centre stands snapped like twigs. Yamaha quietly superseded those with a reinforced design, but there was no recall. There was a recall for the early Throttle Position Sensor, which helped resolve twitchy low speed throttle response. Yamaha also later changed the ramp angle on the the throttle to slow the throttle response at low speeds, which contributes to the feeling that later models are slower. Gen 1 rear luggage racks tend to crack and fall off under any load greater than a lunch bag. The Givi replacement seems indestructible. In general, Gen 1 models lean towards the sport side of Sport-Touring. Shorter wheelbase, lighter weight, snappier performance. Each successive generation moves further towards the touring side. Adjustable rider position, better cooling, nanny brakes, added sophistication, weight and complexity. The current FJR is a Buick Regal. The Gen 1 is a Buick GNX. [/QUOTE]
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