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Thanks Tracy, Sorry for getting snippy, I just hate it when I'm pressed for time and can't get anyone with some answers. If I attend the class on the 8th, I will be bringing another FJR rider with me. If that class is cancelled and I go on the 15th instead, it would only be me (the other...

Shane, I'm 5'9" ish and about 175 lbs. I find the stock (05) seat a litteral pain in the ass. I've done 500 miles on it, but wouldn't want to do so again. I'm now running a leather Corbin "close" saddle and regularly put on 800 miles in a day ride without any major issues. Get it, ride it...

Probably my first and last post on this issue (it's just not that important to me at this point)... Almost everyone has said why this system is gonna suck, although there have been a few who've dissagreed and said it's the bees knees and will flog any manual shifting you can manage. I disagree...

Tape the IR reciever. The 2610 isn't designed specifically for a motorcycle, so I wouldn't go harassing Garmin about it (although it would have been nice if they'd come up with some kind of fix anyway). The BIOS on my unit is the most current (flashed it about a month ago) and mine still did...

The college doesn't know anything and hasn't sent my my student package yet, so I can't register online. No one answers the phone numbers on the ARC web site, no one has called back after I leave messages. I'm beginning to get the impression that maybe a more professional organization can run...

Heya Dana, I just need the rim (and all the bits that are actually attached to it of course). I'll give you guys a while to finish up with the insurance and parts scavenging, then call the yard unless you think your insurance is gonna put it somewhere else. Not a big deal, just kind of a "it...

From the US site... # Standard equipment Unified Braking System w/ABS: The front brake lever activates six of the eight front braking pistons and two rear pistons; the rear brake pedal activates two rear pistons and the other two front pistons—for balanced anti-lock braking in all conditions...

I know it might be a bit late to ask... but is there any chance I can get an extra rear wheel out of this? ;) I seem to recall that yours was an ABS version and I'm considering a track vs street tire setup.

Yo, someone supplement my searching inadequacies here... Since someone brought them up, does someone have a part list somewhere for the older style ('04?) V-Strom hand guards? I want to get the older style on there so I don't have to dink with my Throttlemeisters.

Er... WTF does that have to do with ANYTHING in this thread? Is FEMA replacing spiegler lines for those lost in the hurricane? :agent:

Correct! :clap: very much a preference thing... whatever you are comfortable tapping in to. Since you got the relay idea, I'm guessing you probably have at least as much electrical understanding as I do (not saying much there, but it doesn't take much). A number of possibilities... On the...

Note: I haven't installed mine yet on the feejer (waiting for snow). But, I have done several others and every one of them was a huge improvement, even though the length of lines replaced were significantly smaller than the feejers. I too have an '05 ABS and hated the brake feel since Day One...

A lot of truckers just don't know any better. As Kevin mentioned, finding another road can cost you 100 miles. Even on the routes for the rides at the EOM, we pretty much had to do the Dragon at some point unless we wanted another 100 miles or were willing to face the 441 parking lot. On a...

Also for future reference... as long as you don't exceed the specs of the meter, wiring them backwards won't cause any harm (it just won't work). If I'm not mistaken, the meters with one decimal can take up to 50 volts and the ones with 2 decimals can take up to 20 volts. Either way, you...

Agreed, but I kind of expected it. Needless to say, we'll come up with smthng for the next one. ;) hehe. Not a problem. I figured this would go in about the same direction as an oil or tire thread. :) Everyone's going to have an opinion on this... you've got personal choice, safety...

You need to start considering a switched distribution block... Do some digging and you'll find more detailed info, but basically, you'll need a relay, a distribution block, a switched source, a reasonably hefty fuse (20 amp or so) and wiring to the battery. It's fairly easy and painless...

Chick dig 'em. ;) If you come from another bike that doesn't have the MILES of brake lines the FJR does, the FJR brakes will feel mushy. They work, they stop, yada yada. They just feel like "da poop". SS lines is the way to go.

Dealer Eff'd up... make him do it again right. I have the Yama grips and they'll burn the halibut out of you on high. But... one word of note... there is a "brain" of sorts in the little controller box. If your voltage is low (like sitting at a stop light with brake lights, turn signal and...

I'm waiting for Frederick Community College to send me my registration info before I can complete the sign up. How will we enter the FJR Forum discount?

I was afraid this can of worms was on the way, but here's another couple of cents on the matter. Rider Classifications: In NO WAY should the EOM (or any other informal FJR gathering) become a training arena! If you're squidly and you know it (clap your hands!), you most likely don't want...