Back on an FJR

[Alan Doak]

Hi everyone, I'm Alan from New Zealand. Yesterday I took possession of a 2015 FJR Gen 3. So happy. My motorbike has only 18,000km on the clock (virtually new). I'm returning to the FJR from owning a Honda ST1300 for the last five years. I had a 2010 FJR before the ST, but destroyed it after hitting a sheep. Both the sheep and the FJR went to heaven. Thanks for having me on this forum.

 

[PhatAir4Me]

Welcome back! She looks shiny! Are your sidecases wrapped?

 

[Alan Doak]

Yes, the owner before the person I bought the bike from put a matt black 3M type film on the bags. They look a bit scruffy. I may peel it off and replace with a clear film.

 

[escapefjrtist]

Welcome from Washington state and congrats on the new (to you) '15!

~G

 

[tschutter]

Welcome. I've never been to New Zealand, when you go for a ride (or a weekend trip), do you cover most of your island?

 

[fastpappy]

Welcome from the Big Apple and congrats on your new ride. Enjoy!

 

[RossKean]

Welcome. I've never been to New Zealand, when you go for a ride (or a weekend trip), do you cover most of your island?

Shortest route end-to-end is 2,000 km (including a ferry). With LOTS in between (don't think riding would be any more repetitive than riding anywhere else).
Although being on an island is always going to be limiting to some extent if you are looking to do very long distance tours.

Hi everyone, I'm Alan from New Zealand.

Welcome. I would love to get an opportunity to ride where you are, but I don't think it is likely to happen. Enjoy your 2015!

 

[Proteus1952]

I was searching for an ST1300 in 2013, when I needed a replacement ride. Test rode both at a nearby dealership and chose the FJR hands down. Mine is a 2010. Had less than 3,000 miles on it at the time. I too would love to visit/ride in New Zealand.

Welcome to the forum from Texas. Safe travels.

 

[bonami00]

Aaaah the rugby country , Welcome , and it looks that there are a bunch of old grumpy FJR riders willing to visit you.

 

[Trailrider57]

Welcome aboard from the great state of Texas!