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I have been traveling in Spain and Portugal for the past 7 days and have not seen one FJ R so far. Other than scooters, the most common motorcycles seem to be BMW. There are some riders from Spain on this Forum so perhaps they can advise how getting service in their area works?

I accidentally ordered Castrol 10W-50 full san. 4T oil from Walmart. I realize the manual calls for 10W-40. Before returning this oil are there major issues if using this oil in my 2014 FJR. I do not ride in cold temps. Since the clutch and trans is lubed by the motor oil will the 10W-50 cause...

I would like to thank the web master(s) for their great work in making it so easy to now attach photos. Great work much appreciated. 👍👍🏍

During a ride to Colorado from California we visited a couple very scenic locations. Attached are a few pic of Window Rock in western Arizona, Black Canyon National Park and Ourray, CO.

My ABS light is flashing and I have no break lights. Have any of you with a Gen III bike had this situation? I tried to remove the bulbs but the wires are so short I could not pull the circuit out to change the bulbs. How do you get the bulbs out of this bike?

Yesterday while riding the ES Suspension light came on and remains on. According to the owners manual this may be a connector issue and should take to dealer for remedy. Have any of you ES owners had this issue? If yes, what was the issue and how was it resolved? Thanks.

Today the electronic suspension warning light come on. The owners manual says see your Yamaha dealer to check the wiring connections. Nothing has been done to the bike that would have interrupted connectors. Have any of you ES owners had this issue and if yes, what was the remedy? Thanks.

Like new Gen III stock windscreen. This screen is in like new condition, no scratches or nicks. I replaced the original screen with a touring screen when the bike was new. Asking $40 plus shipping. You can call or text Art 925-967-3738 for details. If you would like a pic send me an email and I...

My riding pal lost one of the saddle bag Yamaha labels.  He has a 2014 which are known to fall off.  I told him to re-glue them when he recently bought the bike. Now he is looking for a label.  Any of you happen to have a spare you are willing to sell him??  Thanks.   

Need a tail rack not a top box plate for my 2014 FJR. I believe SW Motech was the band I had on my 2007. If anyone has one and would like to sell it please send me  a PM.  Thanks.  Art

Have any of you California GenIII owners had your charcoal fuel canister replaced by the dealer when they did the break switch recall? If yes, is there a pig tail drain hose on the new canister that goes through the hole in the bottom of the fairing? I had my canister replaced but there is no...

This question is somewhat off topic but it is about transmission health. I rarely use the clutch to up shift. I simply roll off the throttle and snick it into the next higher gear. Is there any known negative effects from this practice?  

My riding pal and I are hoping to get out and ride up to Idaho and Wyoming and perhaps some of Montana this summer. For those of you who reside in those areas when is the best time to tour that area with minimal risk of rain?  I've done it in early September and do not recall ever having to deal...

Checking in to wish all fellow riders  and family a healthy status during the COVID-19 crisis. Stay safe out there!!

Mens size Medium Frank Thomas mesh jacket with shoulder and elbow armor. Also back padding. Color; Blue with White and black panels.  jacket is in like new condition only worn several times as I have other mesh jackets. This was a gift from my Nephew. Asking $25 plus shipping. If  you would like...

Here's the story folks. I bought this smuggler with the intent of having it painted red as is my 2014. I have learned our forum paint guru Gary, is no longer painting items red. I found the local paint and body shops express little interest in painting a custom color on a small item for less...

I have a mens size medium Frank Thomas mesh jacket which is a color combo of white-black-blue. It has CE elbow and shoulder armor. This jacket is in excellent condition. I only used it a couple times. Asking $25 plus shipping. If interested send me a PM with your email address and I will send...

I am looking at Olympic jackets and reading reviews seem to indicate the sizing tends to run large. I am 5'10" and weigh t48lbs. Sleeve length for shirts is 32" and waist 31". Do any of you road warriors have experience with the sizing of Olympic jackets compared to other brands. I wear a Medium...

This Hi-Viz Yellow Size M jacket was given to me as a birthday gift from my Nephew. It has never been worn as I have other jackets that I much prefer. The jacket has a full water proof zip out liner for cold weather. Asking $100.

For what it is worth, I recently discovered a wire (looks like a paper clip) clinging to my rear tire. When removing it I found it had the end embedded in the tire. After removing it I put some soapy solution on the tire to see if there was air leaking. Sure enough there was a puncture. i have...