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I like the color so much that I am tempted and as noted, the silver to tail sets it off very well. The silver wheels are another favorite of mine. It is a winner in my view. Leonard Hi Ho Silver Oakley, CA

What speedo inaccuracy? From what I have heard and read, FJR's '03 - '05, are spot on, with no slack to avoid a speeding citation, my '03 included. Confirmed by both stationary and hand held radar. The former were at no direct cost to me, the latter were expensive in money and time. With '06...

Good to read that Concord Yamaha is back in stride. My most recent visit was not up to par and repeated problems with parts department ordering the wrong tires has steered me away, even though I bought my "03 new from them in 2002. I found the techs to be first rate and the FJR was always super...

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What counts as a "sport bike" for this discussion? I sold three other motorcycles to get a lightweight backroad motorcycle, with more torque than horsepower. I think I was seduced by the cleverness. I am barely beyond the 500 mile wear-in miles on my new Buell Lighting Long XB12Ss in thrust...

Check links at www.wildguzzi.com I just sold two Guzzi motos and a Norton Commando to buy a Buell Lightining Long. Love it. And, it was great to get back on the FJR for a ride with friends today. It's all good. Leonard Oakley, CA

:rolleyes: Great, it appears that the site and list are fully up and running. Dale and Travis, could you guys use some contributions to offset at least some of the expense for all of this? In appreciation, Leonard

Like having a banquet at a motorcycle show ... atmosphere for gear heads. Fantastic. Already Well Done, and it appears that the team has only begun ... Leonard

Great pictures. Very thorough, catching everything of interest. Looks like Yamaha did a very good job of updating our beloved FJR. If only it had not gained 60# in the process. Otherwise very desirable, even with the price increase. thanks for the coverage. Leonard

I do like cobalt blue, expecting that it is more intense than the '05 blue. No? However, this talk about self-cancelling turn signals ... no, thank you. I can push to release. Helps to keep my aging mind active and sharp ... remember, turn signal is on ... look at bright green light flashing...

From what I have observed, years of experience does not always translate into rapid pace and taking the lead, especially as the years and years of experience add up. How to add into the formula pace preferences. The older I get, the more I treasure every yard of the trip, every glimpse of the...

I now prefer the Roadcrafter jacket, 3/4 length, and the Darien Pants because these pants seem to be fully all weather, whereas my Roadcrafter pants did let water during heavy rain on the road. On the FJR, most of the rain is diverted until getting to towns, where stop and slow riding allows...

Great pictures from Glacier Point and other locations. Someone has a very nice telephoto lens. Nice, indeed. So, did partake at the Whoa Nelli Deli ... Clearly, all were have a very good time! Leonard

If you have not yet had a meal at the "Whoa Nellie Deli" co-located with that Mobil station, I highly recommend it. What a pleasant surprise! What a relief that all are safe after that close call. Moving to the right short of the fog line was a great move. And, I agree, if stopped, no...

This morning, at a rider breakfast, a friend told of a new FZ1 that Yamaha plans to release for '06, essentially a naked R1 with upright riding position, no detuning, full light aluminum chassis, etc. Any others heard something along these lines for the new FZ1? Leonard

Thanks for the pictures of a Great Show! Inspiring. Well Done to all. Leonard Oakley, CA

I stripped the black paint off the wheels on my '03. With only one session of machine polishing, I find it easy to keep the alloy looking good with Mother's polish from time to time. I use Turtle wash, which leaves a wax film on the bike, including the wheels, which helps maintain the clean...

I'd be very skeptical of race take-off tires on a bike as heavy as our FJR's. As mentioned, the heat cycles that a race tire goes through can greatly reduce traction as needed on the street, with more surface irregularities and garbage of all kinds to cope with, let alone any wet surfaces or...

Most of us process information a bit slower as we age, so the mind-body system adjusts accordingly, unless we foolishly over-ride it. At 66, I'm pleased to continue riding. I don't want to miss anything in what ever years I have left to enjoy. Hurting myself would be a very poor example to the...

Thanks for the new forum. Very clear and fast. Just got back in town a little saddle sore ... Leonard Hi-Ho Silver