I am from South Africa. I own 2 FJR's since 2012. A 2006 Gen II in the USA and a 2005 Gen I in Cape Town South Africa. Owned many bikes before, mostly Yamahas and some Suzukis. Clearly the FJR's are my top favourites. Traveled 35 States in the USA since 2012. Top to bottom, East to West. Loving...