Talk about issues and questions specific to the FJR here.
RIP - JWilly - aka Jason - Memories and Tributes
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extrememarine »
Sat May 21, 2022 11:52 pm
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Good evening.
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I heartily approve of the route, the steak, and everything else. Good job Josh!
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Last post by wheatonFJR
Wed Jun 11, 2025 6:44 pm
Where is the “Off Topic” area?
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extrememarine »
Fri Jan 18, 2013 9:47 pm
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Where is the “Off Topic” area?
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Thank you - link updated!
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Last post by extrememarine
Tue Aug 27, 2024 9:43 am
What did you do to your FJR today?
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Uncle Hud »
Thu Feb 09, 2017 1:50 pm
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I know this thread's been done elsewhere, but I enjoy reading about how folks customize their bikes, and I occasionally get inspired by some farkles....
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Rode it 300 miles up and 300 back to Michigan.
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Last post by Cav47
Sun Sep 14, 2025 8:52 pm
2015 W/180k that's miles not KM
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natehawk750 »
Mon Jul 14, 2025 11:25 am
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My commuter bike has sprung a radiator leak... again this is the second radiator ive had on this bike. The last time the radiator shop I took it to...
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I need to visit the forums more often!!! Now I understand the context of the photo you sent! By all means, repair the bike. You are in the enviable...
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Last post by Xyzzy
Sun Aug 31, 2025 11:45 am
Speed bleeders
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Intech »
Fri Jul 18, 2025 10:19 am
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Anyone have the correct speed bleeders part numbers for the FJR?
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I'll quibble with that.... first listing should be 03-05, second listing should be 06-24. Plus clutch.
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Last post by raYzerman
Tue Jul 29, 2025 3:52 pm
Started another phase in life
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E-T- »
Sun Jul 06, 2025 5:41 pm
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As all things in life change over time, we have come to where the FJR for us, is no more. Retiring in 21 and spending more of our time riding...
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Don't be a stranger. You can still share your Spyder adventures with us here.
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Last post by Intech
Mon Jul 07, 2025 8:58 am
Need a Gen 3 rear shock assembly.
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bigjohnsd »
Thu Jun 26, 2025 8:48 pm
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While doing maintenance yesterday I noticed that the rear shock on Brian's FJR ('13 A Model) is weeping a bit.
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$300 to rebuild plus shipping both ways.
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Last post by bigjohnsd
Mon Jun 30, 2025 4:10 pm
My work here is done.
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yamafitter »
Sun Jun 15, 2025 8:37 pm
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I was finally able to break my hoarding instinct and parted with my AE after 144,403 km. There just wasn’t enough room in my closet that is...
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Thanks Bill I appreciate your insight and knowledge. I'd like to get to the point of checking valves but if adjustment is required then I maybe more...
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Last post by Toter
Sun Jun 22, 2025 1:42 pm
Saddlebag
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Routerunner 3 »
Sun Jun 15, 2025 6:15 pm
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If you order a oem bag, does it come with everything just like if it came on the bike new
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As I intepret the parts diagram, a saddlebag will be as mcatrophy has described.......
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Last post by raYzerman
Mon Jun 16, 2025 10:01 pm
My work here is done.
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yamafitter »
Sun Jun 15, 2025 8:38 pm
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I was finally able to break my hoarding instinct and parted with my AE after 144,403 km. There just wasn’t enough room in my closet that is...
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How much have you ridden the FJR in the last half dozen years?
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Last post by FJRoss
Sun Jun 15, 2025 8:55 pm
Gen 3 A Model Shock - free
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Hppants »
Wed Mar 05, 2025 12:51 pm
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I have the OEM shock from my 2014 in my attic. It had 50K miles on it, needless to say, it's worn.
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Thanks for nothing. lol.
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Last post by Toter
Sun Apr 27, 2025 5:54 pm
Double Darkside
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Pathfinder »
Sat Aug 03, 2024 1:45 pm
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I’m really not sure where to post this, but I thought it was worth sharing.
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I have a 150/60 Dunlop Mutant rear on the front of my FJR1300 and I like it, but pretty sure it wouldnt fit under the stock fender.
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Last post by JoelTheMole
Sat Apr 26, 2025 2:11 pm
How to Remove Fairing Emblem
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fontanaman »
Sat Feb 22, 2025 3:33 pm
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Please post up options for removing and reinstalling the front fairing emblem. I am going to replace the lower right fairing so I want to know if...
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Fontanaman,
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Last post by Red
Sun Feb 23, 2025 12:35 am
Would You Buy It?
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fontanaman »
Fri Jan 10, 2025 4:43 pm
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My 17 FJR has 68500 miles and is running just fine. I have thought about getting a newer FJR with low miles.
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Good call. Nothing wrong with your bike but new bikes are always fun. Keep an eye out for a better deal.
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Last post by D-Eagle
Sat Jan 11, 2025 10:39 pm
Is The FJR1300 Dead? No 2025 Model?
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SkooterG »
Mon Nov 04, 2024 1:30 pm
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There has been no information on any year model of the FJR 1300 on Yamaha's website all morning long. At least on my phone mobile version. There is...
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I can't imagine any scenario whereby one would go through this in an effort to save money using the exchange rate.
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Last post by fontanaman
Wed Jan 08, 2025 1:45 pm
Gearbox advice needed
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NTXFJR »
Sun Jan 05, 2025 1:04 pm
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Question for the FJR gearhead afficianados. My son abused 1st gear on his '13 a bit too much by riding with a non properly releasing clutch. The 1st...
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Way back when on the XS11 forums some people had problems with the second gear slip. Some of them turned the motorcycle up side down and removed the...
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Last post by Hppants
Mon Jan 06, 2025 10:46 am
Running wires
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Gregory »
Sat May 18, 2013 6:50 pm
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Greetings,
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Leave them a bit longer so you can put them aside out of the way......
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Last post by raYzerman
Tue Dec 24, 2024 8:21 pm
Ivan's ECU flash
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natehawk750 »
Thu Nov 21, 2024 10:23 am
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Does anyone have first hand experience with Ivan's ECU flash? More specifically. Did it really increase fuel mileage?
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I was alarmed by the instances of Ivan
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Last post by bill lumberg
Mon Nov 25, 2024 9:00 pm
Updates and Opinions Needed (Quickly)
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Pathfinder »
Thu Oct 31, 2024 12:07 pm
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I’m in the market for my 5th FJR. I don’t want convincing of any other bike models.
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I don't understand - the ECU is supposed to limited rpm to 6,000 in second gear?
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Last post by raYzerman
Fri Nov 01, 2024 8:18 pm
Spark Plugs 2021 FJR ES (US - Non-CA model)
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Hppants »
Fri Nov 01, 2024 10:17 am
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Time to change plugs. Well - probably not necessary, but at 27K miles, I'm gonna do it anyway.
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That is the correct plug for that year.... same plug as before except the P is for projected tip. Sticks a bit further into the combustion chamber to...
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Last post by raYzerman
Fri Nov 01, 2024 2:21 pm
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Last post by Festus
Fri Nov 01, 2024 1:10 pm
2013 Main Fuse Location?
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dcarver »
Sat Sep 14, 2024 11:33 am
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Naomi left me stranded yesterday.
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Yes, very secure, but it should not be hanging way down there. Should be up by the battery.
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Last post by dcarver
Wed Sep 18, 2024 12:27 pm
The End of FJR-TIPS.ORG?
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Bounce »
Thu Aug 29, 2024 8:28 am
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Once again I am revisiting the costs of living under a fixed income. One of the top things that pops up is the recurring costs of maintaining my...
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I have an offer for a domain xfer over there too. That seems the way to best keep it public and available.
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Last post by Bounce
Fri Aug 30, 2024 10:11 am
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Last post by extrememarine
Thu Aug 22, 2024 8:37 pm
Yamaha Comfort Seat
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Festus »
Tue Aug 06, 2024 8:24 am
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I have ridden with the Yamaha Comfort Seat for a while now and I'm happy with it. My first one developed a split in the vinyl and my second one is...
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The problem with the OEM seats, including the comfort seat, is there is a contour in the middle. I have modified several seats, remove cover, shave...
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Last post by raYzerman
Wed Aug 07, 2024 8:56 am
Trailering the FJR
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Hppants »
Tue Jun 20, 2023 2:09 pm
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I'm crossing into uncharted territory. I'm going to be trailering my FJR across the country.
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Pants, I'm only minutes from Harrisburg so if you need anything......Could easily have hosted for a night! Even have 2 FJRs so you could have snuck...
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Last post by BkerChuck
Mon Jul 15, 2024 10:30 am
Considering a Radiator Guard
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sacramentomike »
Wed Jun 05, 2024 9:47 pm
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I'm not sure how needed these things are--unless you find out you needed one too late, I guess. It's never been an issue for me in 12 or 13 years of...
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Really? I figured the Chinese ones might be a touch--plastic.
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Thu Jun 06, 2024 9:48 am
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