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IMHO I would recommend changing the oil at 600 miles at a dealer because any warranty work will be done by a local dealer vs. D&H. Don't give them a chance to try to "void" the warranty which is not really legal but it can lead to problems no one wants to deal with.

When bolts or studs are heated to loosen Loctite you can apply a wax candle to any exposed threads and the melted wax will wick in along the threads and help in the removal of the fastener. This was a recommendation from a Loctite representative during a product seminar. I've tried it and it...

I rode both the '09 FJR and an '09 Concours 14 ABS before buying the FJR. I liked the fit and finish of the Yamaha better then the Kawasaki and 1400 was not that much more powerful than the 1300. My previous bike was a '99 Concours 10 which I had since new with no issues. Did not like the single...

Congratulations on an unbelievable find. Enjoy the new ride, it sounds like you are going to take it slow to start and get comfortable with the bike. Very smart have a blast!!!!

If you are getting antifreeze into the oil it will make a brownish "foam" (looks kind of like a chocolate milkshake) inside the engine. Remove your oil filler cap and look at the bottom of the cap and run your finger or a clean rag along the inside of the engine case and check for contamination...

Welcome from Connecticut. Congratulations and enjoy the new bike. I purchased mine in Mid-August and rode untill Mid-December can not wait for spring. Best of luck!

Before buying my '09 FJR I rode the '09 C14 ABS. The motor had a little more low end but when the cam timing adjustment backed off it was a typical Kawasaki motor they rev to make power. I rode a C-10 for ten years if you wanted more get up and go increase the RPM's. The fit and finish on the...

I bought my FJR in Mid-August have been commuting to work pretty much daily until the second week of December (snow and ice) it's 10 miles one way. Did find myself taking the long way home at times. The bike is large and heavy in a parking lot but very managable once you get moving. I came off...

Congratulations, I have an '09 also, bought in mid-August, you stole yours. Mine was $13500 out the door, I felt I did well, you just did much better, plus the farkles already done. I personally like the black wheels. Good luck and lots of happy riding!!!

Congatulations, looks like you and the new scoot (looks great) are both happy. Good luck and many happy miles.

Very nice looking cannot wait to see the pictures when they are on the bike.

Welcome from Connecticut. Air filters I use K&N in everything I own, two or four wheeled just clean and reoil them every 50,000 miles. I'm still under warranty so I will use OEM oil filters for now, however you can look in the new members "bin of facts" for recomendations on tires and...

Patriot your actions give the true meaning to Christmas. I wish to thank you and your fellow vets for every thing you have done and sacrificed for this country. Keep up the good work! I hope you have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Dave

Congratulations on the new ride. I'm impressed 70 and still riding, go for it. Like other people have already said keep us up to date on what you think. ENJOY!!!! Dust

Congratulations on the new ride it does look sweet. When they pick up the bike does the shipper also pick up the spare parts or do you have to ship another way?

Congratulations and welcome. Not sure how long you have been riding but be carefull the jump from V-30 Magna to an FJR is huge (weight and horsepower). Take it easy while getting used to the new ride, you will love it.

Congratulations from another FNG, reading this thread is what actually pushed me into becoming a member. I'm glad it worked out to everyones satisfaction, especially yours. Have fun on your new baby!!!! I love mine.

I'm not sure if this is the best place to ask this question I rode last week two mornings when the temps were 27 and 25 and my bike was "reluctant" to downshift (2000 miles) but Thursday it was almost 70 (took a half day off from work and took a 100 mile ride) and the bike was back to normal...