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There are other threads on Givi mounting. If you like option 1 (and accept the weight on the rear sub-frame vs more distributed with the frame and rail model, then I'd recommend PCA's TopBox rack ($160) with Givi mounting kit $18.50 https://www.premiercycleaccessories.com/Yam...6_09_s/4972.htm...

Part of the CA issue is not so much the cost of the emmissions equipment, but rather one of supply. 49-state folks don't want the excess emissions stuff, but CA is one of (if not the largest market for bikes). Sport-tourers tends to be a reall small part of the market anyway (relatively...

Try a different dealer? seriously - has it been the same dealer the whole time? didn't you say earlier you had a warranty? (or is that you had a warranty back when they replaced the cluster adn the fuel pump, but not now?) Presuming you have warranty now - gheesh - how many times can they...

Barry 1. welcome from another in Oceanside. 2. In regards to the above comment- I went from a '80 (or so) Yamaha XS 400J (lightweight little thing) to a used '90 Concours ZG1000 - when I was 27 yrs old. WAY more power than I was used to. However, as noted above, I did have a few tip-overs...

Sorry - just saw this thread I've had USAA covering my bike for years. My wife and I have 2 cars and 1 bike. I'm in CA USAA has been my auto insurer for a number of years now. no claims so can't comment on their performance

Welcome from warm and sunny Oceanside (north coastal San Diego) CA

No experience/knowledge on the Skyway. As for Rifle, I'm on an '08 with a Rifle I bought used (but only a year old, barely used if at all). I've put 10k miles on the FJR/Rifle in 8 months - no issues. On my Concours, I put 80k+ of the 100k+ miles I put on that bike using a Rifle. I have...

When I got that email about a mont ago the punch line was "It's because she smells like a new golf bag." sent to me from a retiree.

I bought my '08 in April of '09 and as of Dec 31 put 10,000 miles on the bike.

I'm interested in a spare set of wheels for my 2008 FJR1300A so I can 1. have different commute tires from weeked fun / road trip tires 2. I'm contemplating trying the dark side Needs to be a complete setup (rotors, ABS sensors, etc.). My understanding is a 2007 or earlier Gen II wheel would...

I heard from him that he was given a bad time by someone here and who did it, though not why. And I agree, nothing I saw posted here seemed to warrant any criticism. But I don't know exactly what transpired. My only concern would be if the foolishness descibed that lead to the creation of...

There are multiple desires to meet, price being one of them. The Concours ZG1000 went unchanged for a decade (other than color most but not all years). One of its biggest selling points (as it got futher technically from the front-of the pack) was price. Then buyers could choose to ride as...

I made my decision to replace my '90 ZG1000 (with over 110k) early this year, and finally pulled the trigger in april (before the '10 Concours was released and my buddy who works at Kawasaki had warned me away from the Gen I C-14). Even so, my decision wouldn't change based on my riding style...

I have an '08 and have the Rifle installed. I'm in North County San Diego (coastal) if you want to come down and test ride a bike with the Rifle I'm 6'0 with a 32" inseam. I usually ride with the screen 1/3-> 1/2 up. I had a Rifle on my '90 Concours for almost 100k miles. I've now put...

As a few others have mentioned, don't ignore the Rifle As to a recommendation, I have to agree with others that your size, a custom seat if any, riding style, screen preference (over vs thru screen), and temp during riding all make a difference. And I didn't see this mentioned - if you have a...

Depends on how a rider fits on there. One potential benefit I see is not having the large air gap between rider's back and the beginning of the trunk. That is bound to minimize turbulence / improve airflow (therefore mileage?). If you know you aren't going to have a passenger, this makes...

I'm looking to get a spare rear wheel setup for my '08 (so I can have my daily commute tire, and something else). I'm looking to simply unbolt and remove one tire, and install other (so must be complete with brake disc, etc). Is a rear wheel set up for an '06, 07 or 09 compatible with the '08...

Is there a way to block someone replies so as to not waste my time with seeing (being notified of) moronic drivel? Yes - not hearing the wind is a good thing - it means instead you can hear approaching cars, horns, sirens, etc instead. But I know I'm wasting my time - You are either a troll...

I'd rather sweat than bleed - as I've already done both previously. So, now I'm ATGATT - which I make easy by wearing an Aerostich [which is being cleaned and repaired after 13 years. I'm back to black leather... and not so happy. anxiousy awaiting my stich's return]. I'd don't care if...