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Need help in figuring out a fuel problem.
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I have over 400,000 miles on Gen I and 700,000 miles on all generations of FJRs and I have not found the Gen I fuel gauge to be variable...
Jan 2, 2025
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No, no need to remove the rear tire and fender. Access under the swingarm for the lower bolts and through the sides for the upper bolt...
Jan 2, 2025
SkooterG
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Need help in figuring out a fuel problem.
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Well, my guess is the O-ring in the return line in the fuel pump. It's a known issue for the older Gen I FJRs. It gets old and...
Jan 2, 2025
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happy new year
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I was able to ride my 2009 FJR through your beautiful country back in 2023. I had it stored in Heidelberg, Germany for several years...
Jan 2, 2025
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before i get to the table, i wanted to wish you all a very good 2025, and as most of you are older then their bike, i hope to see you...
Jan 2, 2025
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190/55-17
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It definitely helps in regards to speedometer error, but for the total win you need a car tire! Zero speedo error and odometer error...
Jan 2, 2025
SkooterG
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Suspension - Rear Suspension Removal and Upgrade
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So, you didn't have to remove the entire rear fender? I am aware of two others who have removed the rear ES shock and both removed the...
Jan 2, 2025
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Suspension - Rear Suspension Removal and Upgrade
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Just the first few years. Looks like for the Gen 3 bikes. Interestingly, there has been ZERO change to the FJR service manual since...
Jan 2, 2025
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Thoughts on moving Frank, the garage king, from Colorado to Calgary, Alberta
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I wouldn't just slap dielectric grease on the connectors. I'd spray them with ACF-50 (or similar like Dioxite?) first and let it creep...
Dec 31, 2024
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Valve clearance check at 103,400 miles on 2014 ES
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Yeah, I have used the zip-tie the chain to the cams method several times when adjusting both intake and exhaust. It just eliminates any...
Dec 30, 2024
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I have never bothered. I zip-tie the chain to both of the sprockets on the cams so it cannot possibly drop. I have never had to change...
Dec 30, 2024
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Thoughts on moving Frank, the garage king, from Colorado to Calgary, Alberta
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If this bike has set for many years with only a quarter tank of gas there is an excellent possibility the tank is well rusted and the...
Dec 30, 2024
SkooterG
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Repairing Givi Top Case
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He lives!
Dec 27, 2024
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Going to the Dark Side
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Double Darkside on my 2014, 205/55R17 Michelin Crossclimate 2 in the back at 30-32psi usually, 150/60ZR17 Dunlop Mutant rear up front...
Dec 27, 2024
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Hand Guards for 2022
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Perhaps? I once contacted the HVMP guy but he doesn't actually make them.
Dec 25, 2024
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