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I am a big fan of Michelin PR, just about any tire in their line up. While the latest and greatest PR6 GT gets my vote even the older...

You say tires are inflated properly. What pressures are they? It's widely accepted the FJR handles way better with 40F/42R. Stock...

Very nice! But......... With that topcase and the Yamaha mount you could overload your rear subframe causing it to crack. Only put...

Built in August 2004, described as a 2005 model, registered new here in the UK in 2006, my US-spec. Gen. 1. As the saying goes, 'It's...

Pretty normal. Especially for Rotella. Nothing to worry about. Mine does the same thing and I use Yamaha recommended drain intervals -...

FJRs typically hit "reserve" with something like 6 litres left in the tank. Often sooner if the bike is on the sidestand but will...

The wire that feeds the glove box outlet isn't suitable for higher currents - I wouldn't run anything close to 10A for an extended...

No special kit needed. You can get everything at an auto parts store. This video explains how.

Wait! A son of yours let the oil get too low grenading the motor???? I am not buying it. Doe he have any resemblance to the postman?

He may have bought that at a dealer but it's not a Yamaha part.

Most likely not a Yamaha OEM item. But maybe this one. http://pirateslair.net/YamahaStealth.htm According to Pirates Lair website...

I use the 50L Yamaha top box + the backrest add-on. It's an expensive solution if all you're looking for is a backrest, but the wife...

2004 FJR went 226k miles before crash. Serviced U-joint once early on probably around 30k miles. Didn't actually service the U-joint...

Hey thanks but I forgot to post I actually found it. I had it saved on my other laptop.(y)

I have a copy at home, I'll try and remember to link a copy tonight