New Guy - Orange County NY

[SubLo]

Morning all. New guy from what the city dwellers regard as upstate. Originally from NYC (Queens). Been up here on a few acres for a few years now. Best move I ever made.

Anyway, I picked up my first FJR last week from New Jersey. One owner (now in his 70's) 2010 with 5,800 miles. Even has original tires (which I'm swapping out this week). I paid $6,000 for it which I think was a bit of a steal. I've been riding since I was a kid but this is my first FJR. I've had 70's Honda minis, mopeds, a CB650, a Nighthawk S, an Intercepter/VFR750, and a VFR800. As you can probably tell, I like sport-cruisers. So the FJR I guess is a natural progression now that I'm 50.

I'd give it a 9/10 for shape. It's been dropped standing still so has a few cosmetic blemishes (trans cover, fairing crease, mirror scratches, etc.). Minor but noticeable. I'll address those in time. Back brake is not working very well at all so I guess I'll follow the braking sequence suggestions. Right front mirror is loose - should be easy fix with some loc-tite.

I already picked up a brand new 39L case in the box, plate and hardware from a Gen I and adapted it to fit the stock carrier. Found that on FB Marketplace from a guy who smacked up his bike and never used the case $340 for everything including the spacers/bushings. All I had to do was cut the bushings a bit. The holes on the plate line up perfectly.

 

[Trailrider57]

Welcome from the Lone Star State. New brake fluid will definitely help and also be sure to purge the ABS. It is a big heavy bike though and I've always felt that the rear brake was somewhat weak but it may feel that way due to the front being so good. Others will have their opinions. FWIW rockymountainatvmc.com usually has some of the best prices on tires and some manufacturers currently have their spring rebates going on. Enjoy the bike!

 

[escapefjrtist]

Welcome from metro Seattle and congrats on the new (to you) '10! Sounds like you found a nice low mile machine. When bleeding the rear brakes, don't forget to start with the RH caliper lower bleeder and run a good amount of fluid through it...then move to the rear.

Good luck!

~G

 

[thinkingofone]

Best of Luck from the Big Apple

 

[CollingsBob]

Welcome from Winnipeg, Manitoba!

 

[TUCSONJON]

Morning all. New guy from what the city dwellers regard as upstate. Originally from NYC (Queens). Been up here on a few acres for a few years now. Best move I ever made.

Anyway, I picked up my first FJR last week from New Jersey. One owner (now in his 70's) 2010 with 5,800 miles. Even has original tires (which I'm swapping out this week). I paid $6,000 for it which I think was a bit of a steal. I've been riding since I was a kid but this is my first FJR. I've had 70's Honda minis, mopeds, a CB650, a Nighthawk S, an Intercepter/VFR750, and a VFR800. As you can probably tell, I like sport-cruisers. So the FJR I guess is a natural progression now that I'm 50.

I'd give it a 9/10 for shape. It's been dropped standing still so has a few cosmetic blemishes (trans cover, fairing crease, mirror scratches, etc.). Minor but noticeable. I'll address those in time. Back brake is not working very well at all so I guess I'll follow the braking sequence suggestions. Right front mirror is loose - should be easy fix with some loc-tite.

I already picked up a brand new 39L case in the box, plate and hardware from a Gen I and adapted it to fit the stock carrier. Found that on FB Marketplace from a guy who smacked up his bike and never used the case $340 for everything including the spacers/bushings. All I had to do was cut the bushings a bit. The holes on the plate line up perfectly.

Welcome from sunny Arizona

 

[fastpappy]

Welcome aboard and congrats on your new ride. Enjoy!

 

[wftreg]

Welcome, your bike history sounds very similar to mine. I bought a 2005 new and never have been happier with a bike. I am originally from Charlton New York in Saratoga County and we called this "Up State." Now I am a Minnesota resident.
You are going to like the FJR.

 

[Rocnsanman]

Welcome aboard! 5,800 miles is a great find, congratulations!