Let me clarify that while the original/prototype cartridge kits that Gary and I have installed in our bikes, were NOT self-install kits. A large part of the testing with Cogent Dynamics has been centered around making the kit available as a self-install option. I believe we have reached that point for Gen-II FJRs, and we'll be finalizing the self-install test in a few days.
I don't feel it's an install for someone who has never performed fork service on the FJR. But for someone who has some moderate FJR fork service experience, or access to a local shop with fork service experience, you could avoid the hassle of shipping forks.
More to come along with the Group Buy information...