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That sounds like a logical assessment. At 5 years old, I imagine the fork oil is due for a change anyway. Do you have any idea how much springs cost and what a good source of supply is?

The original front tire was the OEM tire. Can't recall. The second was a PP2. The new one is a Shinko Raven. I have tried various pressures up to max. The original bearings were replaced with taper bearings. The wobble is the same with or without top and side cases. Any suggestions on...

I bought my FJR about a year and a half ago. It is an 06 and had about 3000 miles on it. The front tire had an irregular wear pattern, the front end clunked under braking and over some bumps, the steering head was loose and it had a distinct wobble between 40-50 MPH. I took the bike to the...

Thanks. I did a search for "gear oil" and did not find that specific question answered. Found plenty of banter. Such is the nature of these forums.

I went to the local dealership and asked for FJR1300 final drive gear oil. They gave me yamaha friction modified shaft drive gear oil SAE 80w90 API service GL-4, GL-5. On the back it says it is for ATVs or any other GL-4 or GL-5 specification. Is this the right shit?

Great ideas everyone. Thanks. I thought of one other thing this morning. Calling my credit card company and telling them about the trip. On my last long trip they shut it down on me. I was able to reactivae it, but it was an inconvenience. I have spent over 20 years in the military life...

I have a flashlight in the tool kit. It has the headband on it! I will have a back-up pair of gloves and I have some top quality rainwear that has worked well for me in the past. The overboot thingies included.

Plan B is the cold weather plan. I DO NOT ride well cold. I'll be more than happy to tuck tail and run south. A member here hooked me up with a good deal on a Russell Day Long saddle that is my savior. My butt has always been a limiting factor.

I always keep "come home" cash somewhere other than my wallet in the event that I lose it. I only have one CC, so for this trip I think I'll take a check book. I don't even know if people take checks anymore. I haven't written one in forever. Keep kicking around ideas.

I am going to have a day off the bike in Cali. I figured I'd evaluate the tire as that day approaches and if need be, I can have a new one spooned on. Any input into which gear oil to use?

I take a compact bicycle pump with me. It's stone cold reliable and packs away easily. It is a WORKOUT, but the tradeoff is worth it. I am a picture taking fool.

I am getting ready to embark on a 3 week trip to the west coast. My 06 has but 4500 miles on it (I have only had the bike for 6 months). It has a new front tire and a rear tire that is about half life. I changed the engine oil and filter. Should I change the final drive gear oil? If so, do...

I noticed that it was the Gen II owners that knew their shit. Change that to stuff if swearing isn't allowed here.

That was it. The hidden allen screws. Job complete, no cussing required. Thanks.

I am confused. The painted plastic dress piece covers the screw heads. I am very limited in my mechanical aptitude, but it appears to me that the plastic dressing piece has to be removed prior to taking screws off.

I am about to mount up a C-Baileys screen and need to remove the painted plastic cover that goes over the screws that fasten the screen. How do I remove it? Also are there any other oddities or issues WRT changing out the screen. Thanks.

I am looking for a Russell or Sargent seat for an 06. I would consider buying a cheap stock seat as well so that I can use it for a Russell custom build without having to give up riding the bike while the seat is being built.

In addition to what has alredy been mentioned, use www.searchtempest.com to seach Craigslist ads nationwide. Check out the Flea Market at www.advrider.com and the classifieds at www.sport-touring.net. There are always FJRs in ADV and STN. If you find one that sounds like a good deal, look at...

The other bike is a Suzuki GSX650F set up for sport touring with 3 hard cases and a few other goodies. It is now for sale. It is actually smoother than the FJR and does better in crosswinds. It's an amazingly competent mileage muncher. Back to the issue of my seat. I wanted a Russell. I...

I took my seat off to adjust it to the highest position and this is what I found.