New member with 2005 fjr abs

Shawnobawno · Nov 27, 2024

I love my bike but I have the abs model and the check light comes on for 5 seconds after I start basically showing that the ABS system is functioning. However I have gotten on my brakes hard several times and never has the ABS actually engaged. Anything you can tell me would be much appreciated thank you.

SkooterG · Nov 27, 2024

You are sure you have the ABS model? The silver pucks on the front brake calipers? You say the ABS has never actually engaged. Have you locked up a wheel? Easier to do on the rear. For the front, easier to do in gravel.

It is not uncommon for the ABS unit to fail on the older Gen I FJRs. Most likely due to lack of proper maintenance. If it has failed, you may lose the ABS function on the rear, or the front, or both. The light will not come on as it is not an electrical failure.

There is also a procedure you can do to activate the ABS pump to see if it is working. You need a jumper, or some alligator clips. A search of the forum should locate a thread where this procedure is explained in detail.

When riding various Gen I FJRs I have experienced the failure of the ABS pump, or unit. Usually it's the rear that I am able to lock up and the front ABS has worked fine. But, it could be any combination.

If your ABS unit has failed you are really kind of screwed. I am not sure a new one is even available from Yamaha anymore. If they are they are REALLY expensive. You could try to get a used one off eBay but then you would be rolling the dice as to whether it is good or not. And swapping one out would be a BIG job.

Just remember if your ABS pump has failed your brakes will work fine, you just won't have the ABS function essentially turning it into a non-ABS FJR.

Shawnobawno · Nov 27, 2024

SkooterG said:
You are sure you have the ABS model? The silver pucks on the front brake calipers? You say the ABS has never actually engaged. Have you locked up a wheel? Easier to do on the rear. For the front, easier to do in gravel.

It is not uncommon for the ABS unit to fail on the older Gen I FJRs. Most likely due to lack of proper maintenance. If it has failed, you may lose the ABS function on the rear, or the front, or both. The light will not come on as it is not an electrical failure.

There is also a procedure you can do to activate the ABS pump to see if it is working. You need a jumper, or some alligator clips. A search of the forum should locate a thread where this procedure is explained in detail.

When riding various Gen I FJRs I have experienced the failure of the ABS pump, or unit. Usually it's the rear that I am able to lock up and the front has worked fine. But, it could be any combination.

If you ABS unit has failed you are really kind of screwed. I am not sure a new one is even available from Yamaha anymore. If they are they are REALLY expensive. You could try to get a used one off ebay but then you would be rolling the dice. And swapping one out would be a BIG job.

Just remember if your ABS pump has failed your brakes will work fine, you just won't have the ABS function essentially turning it into a non-ABS FJR.

Yes I'm sure I have the abs model. And you're exactly right I'm sure that it just didn't have proper maintenance. Thank you for the information I appreciate it it was very helpful.

SkooterG · Nov 27, 2024

Enjoy your FJR. I was in Omaha this past July. Flew out and picked up a '13 FJR to add to my collection. It was a nice ride back home to Phoenix.

escapefjrtist · Nov 27, 2024

Welcome from metro Seattle and congrats on the new (to you) '05. Good ABS advice from skoot. Find a smooth slightly sandy spot and it's easier to check out the anti-lock system.

Good luck and enjoy!

~G

fastpappy · Nov 28, 2024

Welcome from the Big Apple.

BlakeCG · Nov 28, 2024

Welcome from SC! Lot's of good advice here, good forum!

GOFFjr1300 · Nov 28, 2024

Shawnobawno said:
I love my bike but I have the abs model and the check light comes on for 5 seconds after I start basically showing that the ABS system is functioning. However I have gotten on my brakes hard several times and never has the ABS actually engaged. Anything you can tell me would be much appreciated thank you.

Welcome from Arendal, Norway. Ride safe

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bonami00 · Nov 30, 2024

Welcome from Belgium

FJRBluesman · Dec 1, 2024

Welcome from SoCal.

BTW You have the best FJR!

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