model designations?

[SkooterG]

Where are the model designations located on the bike, or are they?

They are not.

Yamaha uses them in parts diagrams, service manuals, and other literature referring to the FJR.

 

[charismaticmegafauna]

Where are the model designations located on the bike, or are they?

They are not.

How 'bout this (from the FJR M.O.M.)?:

"The vehicle identification number is stamped into the steering head pipe."

 

[ehc0720]

How would I know if I had a California model or not?

 

[RadioHowie]

How would I know if I had a California model or not?

If it wants to smoke all your dope without returning the favor, it's a Kali model.

 

[ionbeam]

How would I know if I had a California model or not?

If either your vehicle registration or vehicle title has your FJR model number and it includes the letter C it is a CA model. The '09 CA model number is FJR13AYCB.

Failing that, assume the position, err, get down on your hands and knees and look behind the chin piece (behind the front wheel) and look for the CA smog canister.