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When they “blew out” it’s because I was “blowing in”. There was nothing explosive. As each piston blew out there was a little pop and...

I agree, the OEM Yuasa batteries last far long than those manufactured in N. America. On my current 2014ES the original battery lasted 8...

Gen III OEM Yuasa Yamaha part# GT1-4B400-00-00 Gold Series or Yuasa # GT14B4-GS Partzilla $138.00 . These are OEM replacements made in...

There is no voltage idiot light or warning.

He must have had a POS lithium battery. I have had zero issues with them in the heat - up to 118 degrees. And they get used often in...

I agree 100%. I remember horror stories about the early Shorai lithium batteries. The starting procedure in cool weather was to put a...

What are you considering cold? I know everybody poo-poos lithium but the newer lithium batteries are better than they were 5-10 years...

While in the area ride from Mammoth east on Benton Crossing Rd to Hwy 120, turn left and head back over to Lee Vining for lunch at the...

I side with Scooter on both of his assessments. Dakota has been riding his scooter long enough to know when he has filled the tank...

Good to know! But...... if you hadn't removed the small hydraulic line (yellow connector) would you still have been able to remove it...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...