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Ah-so, did not know that. Learn something new every day, thanks. Dan

Adding to the confusion is the rear spring preload setting on the FJR that has "Hard" and "Soft" as the two positions, inferring that it effects ride "harshness" or "softness", rather than sag or ride height. Dan

There is no upper RPM limit during brake-in, only limits to sustained high RPM in two stages. 1) 0-1000 km (0-600mi) avoid prolonged operation above 4500 RPM. 2) 1000-1600km (600-1000 mi) avoid prolonged operation above 5400 RPM. You can hit redline right off the showroom floor if you want...

Yes, that is the case (pencil gauge reads higher than sensor pressure). When I check before each ride, I may have to add a pound or two depending on ambient or how long it has been since I've ridden (to bring to my 38/42 pressure). Once underway, my front can read as low as 34-25, rear 38-39...

The pressure display varies as to when it picks up the sensors. Sometimes it is right away, within 1/4 mile of departure, sometimes several miles. It may be related to ambient temperature, the warmer it is, the quicker the pickup. Also, the sensors on the valve stems seem to be inordinately...

As I mentioned earlier, the "T" stems allow air pressure adjustments without having to remove the sensors. These are made by HawksHead as indicated right above the picture. Dan

I'm working on a design with a hinge-open feature: These are not the hinges I will use (way too expensive and bulky). I will most likely use an extruded aluminum piano hinge mounted below so it will not be as visible. Fastening the vertical struts to maintain structural integrity will be...

Mine is a HawksHead Moto Track Cruiser 2 TPMS System: I installed HawksHead T-Stems on both wheels so I can check/adjust tire pressures and keep the sensors in place: The control unit is wireless and has a rechargeable battery. I mounted it on a bracket bolted to the mirror mount boss...

Yes, that is true, the earlier versions of the C14 had sensors that could have the batteries replaced with some work (thanks to Fred). This still involved removal of the wheel(s) and dimounting of the tires. There were also several warranty repairs due to faulty sensors which required the dealer...

I don't start the bike until I am ready to ride, fully geared up. This is my first modern EFI motorcycle and it is a wonder as far as instant driveability, no matter how cold it is. I get on, raise the landing gear, snick into first, pull the clutch and fire up. In no more than 30 seconds I am...

I just installed a Hawkshead unit and find that I check it more often than I thought I would. If I hit some sort of pavement defect that sort of feels like a low tire I quickly check the guage to make sure everything is okay. I prefer an aftermarket system because of the choices to be made (in...

I designed and built a deck for the Givi that hovers over the passenger seat: After getting all the parts powder coated: The 3d CAD model: It does make it difficult to get under the seat for various things (storage, etc.). I am working on a modification of the design that would allow...

In neutral with the engine not running, your bevel gears (and the bearings that support the shafts for those gears) and transmission output shaft bearings are running dry since they rely on engine supplied oil pressure for lubrication. It is okay for short runs (a mile or two) but I would not...

The Gen III series started with the 2013 model introduction ("A" model only). For 2014, 2015 "A" and "ES" - only difference is color. 2013, 2014 & 2015 "A" models identical except color and cruise limit (2013 at 80mph, 2014, 2015 at 100mph). Dan

Good to know, thanks! Dan

Well, my first opportunity to ride an FJR was a 2003 that a buddy of mine had when I helped him install an Audiovox Cruise Control unit on it. Had to test ride it, you know. Several times in fact (fine tuning, safety testing, blah, blah, blah). This was maybe ten years ago or so and it was...

I ride solo, have no need for music, phone calls, GPS, current stock prices, yada, yada, yada. I would just want bike-to-bike coms. No reason to choose the Sena 20 over the Sena 10 in this case, right? Dan

Wow, impressive! I picked up my 2014 A model on November 15, 2013 and had a goal of achieving 12,000 miles the first year and met that goal (luckily, we had a mild winter during the drought that helped). Dan

First time owner with my 2014A and it will be a cold day in heck before I would ever consider selling it (unless I become incapable of riding motorcycles). Dan

Being polished stainless steel I doubt there is any coating at all. Dan