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Greg, Since you changed to the Sargent seat, is it possible that is what moved you back a little? They may have a 'closer to the tank ' option instead of pulling the bars back further.  The other option is a custom seat build (I have a BMS) that will bring you where you want to be.

Search 'Fast Starter Syndrome' as many of us have had it.   Usually it seemed to show up on older bikes,  so this proves age doesn't matter.   YMMV

I'll take it.   I'll pm you with my name and addy.   

https://shopyamaha.com/accessories/Sport-Touring?fitment=2020|195&taxo_productdepartment_ss_facet=48&dealernumber=&skip=-1 $1050 Yoshimura pipes in the US.    Both pipes seem to be labeled FJR as a 'Factory Option'.

Loved the RR!  I took notes on a few roads when I get back to the GA and TN area. Also loved your kind comments about your wife.  Mine too! I quit buying tickets as well!  Ride well and stay well.  Retirement is coming ... whenever you want it to. 

Technically, all model years would fit on a 2007.  Gen 1 is a little lighter with 1 less cat.  Gen 2 has an extra cat in the pipe.  Gen 3 has no extra cat and larger holes in the rear... a little throatier too.

Just a note ... the A model has a rear shock adjustment lever for instantly stiffer rear suspension. I use it when I pick up a rider, but you do have to stop to use it ... not on the fly.   It works for me ... and other folks who like things simpler (and cheaper).  

I love the 5 speed ... maybe I should get the new slipper clutch to plug and play....  and get  the Gen 3.5 I always wanted.

looks nice , works nice, you guys did a nice job!!!  Many thanks for keeping it alive !          

I may be a slacker but... I just did my plugs and air filter @ 29k miles. For sure brace the tank up so you can see to work... Maybe remove the Exhaust PAIR plates/ hoses to see better... see https://www.fjrforum.com/forum//index.php/topic/170834-jewelry-for-naomi-pair-removal/ Pulling...

Time to find a friend who likes to work on bikes more than you do. I have a local FJR group that teaches me something new each year... and I belong to the www.cog-online.org (concours) club that meets for rides and tech regularly. Join 1 or both groups and you will find most folks can do...

My '13 does 3500 rpm @ 75 ALL DAMN DAY !!!! I don't need no stinkin' 6th gear! (Maybe plug and play the slipper clutch tho)

I think Yamaha still fits. The old # is longer, the new # is shorter... but both work well. YMMV

I found an aftermarket foil heat blanket for my '03 and it helped a lot. https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/hnp/mpo/d/osseo-yamaha-fjr-1300-tank-insulator/6940257860.html...

Thanks for the pics! I'll be doing this again soon.

... about 600lbs (Gen 1) and 11 seconds (if you believe what I read) driven by a proven professional. Great looking and working seat too!!! GLWS

If this works out to Sturgis ... you will certainly see a lot!

I like the expression 'You're as old as you feel'. Some days I feel like I'm 18 ... some days I feel like I'm 80. Relish them all, because you are the result of all your prior experiences.

Many friends have ridden the ST , and loved it. The ride is silky smooth but 'Turbine like' with that noisy trasmission or ??? But the back seat was very popular! The FJR is smaller (feeling) than the ST and feels 'sportier' with less weight and 'Sport drive mode' ... but the back seat is...

Excuses , excuses ... Think of the great RR you could write ... 'Traveling the Country to find a Flasher'