Hey Oldboy, from one relatively new guy to another, some of these guys are really unfriendly.
An alternative viewpoint might be that some of them have a rather droll sense of humor. Most of the input isn't nearly as abusive as it is some atempt at humor.
Yes, they forget how difficult it was to find the information when they were new to any of the FJR websites but since I know many of the members here and have read most of the comments, I'd offer my alternative thought: Most of these members are absolutely wonderful people. Their "on-screen"
persona isn't an accurate representation/
Do they get carried away sometimes? Absolutely. Would I change the format and thereby change the information,
comraderie or friendships I've made over the years? Not on your life.
I have been a member of seven other forums in the past, and the effective ones foster relationships and camaraderie. The ineffective ones, I suppose, are meant to be used as an encyclopedia while avoiding any personal interaction (save the flaming new guys and whining about the lack of color choices).
From this sentence I assume you are flaming the FJR Forum for not fulfilling your needs? Since this website is "ineffective" in your estimation, why are you not a force for positive change by answering the questions owners answer rather than complaining about the methosds of others. Y'know, that old proverb about "Lighting a candle rather than yelling at the darkness"......
When I bought the FJR, I wanted a rocketship that I could sit on for four or five hours without having to visit a chiropractor afterward, and I got a lot more than I bargained for with this incredible motorcycle. But that's only half the experience. I was also looking forward to getting to know, and build relationships with a new group of guys, that could probably teach me a thing or two along the way. This was the letdown for me. After two months of ownership, I'm already looking at my next move, to the GL1800.[/b]
Perhaps you should have prefaced your introduction to the forum with that exact thought. Interestingly, I have made many long-term friendships surrounding my FJR purchase. The websites surrounding this platform have provided many opportunities to meet and ride with a wonderful assortment of humanity. Of course, I've only owned FJRs since '03 and don't have your 2 months of expereince. In the first 3 months of ownership I had been to WFO-2 in Santa Rosa and 3 or 4 group rides in the local area. Meeting these folks "face-to-face" and discussing the FJR and sharing life has been a great experience for me.Perhaps the real issue doesn't involve the
other owners?
That's been my experience with the FJR owners. Since I have planned and led group rides, I always have to allot 30-45 minutes for a rest stop because getting folks to break off the conversation and actually ride is sometimes like herding cats. Maybe I fell into a really social group of people!
Good luck with the next group of motorcycle owners you inflict your presence on.
Stop searching and go outside and ride man! Good luck to you!
But that answer really isn't very helpful if he needs to change tires and do some basic maintenance. Or is that YOUR droll attempt at humor rather than giving the proper advise/answer to his initial questions? :dribble:
