FJR test rides

[OrangevaleFJR]

I'm 5'6" and wear shirts that are 17/34-35. I have no trouble at all with the reach and find the FJR very comfortable - the most comfy of the ST style bikes I rode and test sat.

Thanks. That is exactly what I was looking for.

You might also want to PM the lady riders on the "Forum". I'm assuming (And that's trouble, I know) that most of them are more dimunitive than some of us, er, uhm, more robust members.
Try "Silver Penguin" or "fjrchik", for example, and perhaps "MsLilly" (who has been pretty active posting lately). Granny ("Kasey") had her seat cut down to help her put her feet on the ground when stopped, so there are ways to make the bike "fit" you.

Thank you. I am not worry about flat footing. As long as I can tip toe I am all good and I do not think that will be the problem. I rode my friend 05 and was fine there.

The reach is my concern. I want to be comfy. If I wanted to lean forward I would have bought an R1

I am coming off an 02 FZ1 and wife said no to the new FZ due to her not been comfy on it. So, FJR is the next best thing.

I've seen happy FJR owners shorter than you. Some had custom seats that lowered them even more.

 

[retired soldier]

Any suggestions regarding FJR test rides? I've taken out most of bikes I'm considering (and eliminated all but the K1200GT) but am really struggling with the idea of buying a bike without riding it...

You can go to the Cycle World International Motorcycle Show in Glendale, AZ, 3- 5 Nov...Yamaha is having test rides and the FJR is one of the bikes available for riding.

 

[Toecutter]

The only bike I have found better is this one...

Dude, you gotta look through the turn....

 

[krashdragon]

Any suggestions regarding FJR test rides? I've taken out most of bikes I'm considering (and eliminated all but the K1200GT) but am really struggling with the idea of buying a bike without riding it...

dont' know if you've got your new bike yet..

I'm 5'6", wear boots (Harley, of course! <BG ok, I have one of those, too...) with 2 inch heels...

Have the suspension lowered, close Corbin seat, only real ride this year was from OhioCleveland to Sacrament and back this summer...

Like one of the guys posted in another thread....You dont' sit up straight like a crusier, you lean forward a tiny bit from the hips... works very well...

I bought my 05 used, also has risers on it... You lean forward from the hips, no weight on your wrists, but balancing on your butt and feet....

The only problem I had was that I cut my stock seat down (befoer I bought the Corbin), and in doing so, removed most of the thick foam so that only the soft underfoam was left ( not a recommended procedure..ouch!) ... the Corbin is the same dimesions and WAY more comfortable...

This bike is so easy to ride, that I think I rode halfway across the country only using one hand, just left the other in my lap...

If I sit up straight, my reach is straight arm, when I remembered to lean a tiny bit forward, I could ride for hours with my elbows relaxed...

No problem with the heat, my Harley is pbly hotter.

Mary

 

[Yikes!]

Bryan,

If you want another ride, Yamaha will be offering demo rides at the Motorcycle Show later this week at Cardinals Stadium:

https://www.yamaha-motor.com/sport/mcy/demo.aspx

https://motorcycleshows.com/motorcycleshows...l.jsp?id=358886

Mike

 

[GreyGoose]

Bryan, If you want another ride, Yamaha will be offering demo rides at the Motorcycle Show later this week at Cardinals Stadium:

https://www.yamaha-motor.com/sport/mcy/demo.aspx

https://motorcycleshows.com/motorcycleshows...l.jsp?id=358886

Mike

I'm about your dimensions but 10 pounds lighter. the reach to the bars wasnt all that bad but when you combine it with the weird angle of the bars, it tends to really get to your wrists. the 03-05 model bikes have risers accessories available that also bring the bars farther back towards the rider (D&D). In my opinion they would be necesary for long distance comfort. For the 06-07 model that accessory is not yet available. Theres an option from heli that allows you to swap the T-clamp for one that moves the bars back. Its a beautiful piece but pricey, and requires installation. I added it to my 06 and it made a tremendous difference. It also comes with a riser. If your arms are short, these types of accessories are mandatory for long range comfort. Also remember that anytime you make those types of changes, if will effect overall handling in the sport department. I tend to do more commuting than sport riding, so it was no big deal. I was surprised (before farkling) on how little the bike effected my shoulders. thats where you usually have issues in a "forward" position. it was the wrists that were the killer. ST1300 position is more upright, but you'll pay the price of 1. increased weight 2. Ugliness 3. Way Way to much heat output 4. Soon to be redesigned 5. Way less power 6.High speed wobble

In its defense, i've sat on a heli modified ST1300 and it was about the most comfortable bike i've ever mounted. Put that thing in motion and let it start cooking you, and that advantage dissapears pretty quickly.

GreyGoose