Tech section strictly for the FJR. Everything from oil changes & suspension setup's to removing sheep hair from hard to reach places on the bike so that your wife never finds out.
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
Head Light Terminal issue
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Steel_Gin »
Fri Apr 28, 2017 1:55 pm
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I have about two weeks left on my extended warranty and noticed the right head light was out. (Throttle side) I was able to reach my hand in, just...
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Did another ever so slight push outward to the contacts before I saw the above post. Fortunately nothing broke. After doing that the flickers stopped...
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Last post by Steel_Gin
Wed May 03, 2017 12:51 pm
front suspension'
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feejgeez »
Thu Aug 28, 2014 3:07 pm
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Anyone out there have any preference for aftermarket front suspension upgrades?
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The Gen 3 is surprisingly good. However, if you are a big boy, and ride hard, then aftermarket might be the route to go. I don't ride very hard most...
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Last post by wheatonFJR
Thu Apr 06, 2017 10:14 am
Fjr 1300 forks rebuilt - get it done now
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Fjr doc »
Mon Apr 03, 2017 6:24 pm
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More than likely this has been discussed 100 times and many million threads already. But I thought would make one thread to emphasize the fact and...
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I have no idea why someone wouldn't feel comfortable doing this job themselves.
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Last post by Auburn
Wed Apr 05, 2017 10:04 pm
Road Tar on the Stock Cans
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Hppants »
Sat Mar 25, 2017 12:19 pm
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This past trip, I got into a batch of fresh road tar, apparently. Before I go crazy trying a bunch of stupid crap, can anyone tell me what they have...
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Mineral spirits and for tougher spots, I break out the lacquer thinner.
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Last post by escapefjrtist
Sun Mar 26, 2017 11:09 pm
Traxxion Fork Spring Install
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JustinNck1 »
Wed Mar 15, 2017 7:46 pm
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I am in the process of installing traxxion fork springs on my 14A. I got something wrong or the springs are incorrect. On the adjustable fork, it is...
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I see the problem: Your forks are right side up!
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Last post by JustinNck1
Thu Mar 23, 2017 9:09 pm
Tech Day on June 17th
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Golden Dakota »
Sun Mar 12, 2017 7:02 pm
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Hello - I'm new to the Forum, Canadian with new 2016 FJR1300A. If somebody could help me and tell me how to post a pm, I would appreciate it. Have no...
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Wow, post number 5, I'm all set to go! :D
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Last post by clocklaw
Tue Mar 14, 2017 6:06 pm
Aftermarket Rear Shocks
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JustinNck1 »
Sat Feb 25, 2017 6:15 pm
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I couldn't find any concrete answers on this, but would a Gen1 Aftermarket shock (Ohlins/Penske) work on a Gen3 A?
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I agree the basic shock will fit all Gen's, where you have issues is with an onboard reservoir, but anything with hoses (remote reservoir) should be...
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Last post by raYzerman
Sat Feb 25, 2017 10:34 pm
Emergency flashers won't shut off - WTF?
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griff »
Wed Feb 01, 2017 4:16 pm
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So I'm out for a ride searching BMI bonii and at one stop my emergency flashers won't shut off. Don't know if the button is stuck (doesn't feel like...
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They came on so you didn't get run over by a Gen 2...
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Last post by extrememarine
Thu Feb 02, 2017 9:45 pm
Tire balance
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Charlie Horse »
Tue Jun 23, 2015 3:18 pm
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Got a question for anyone with experience using Dynabeads in their tires. I just mounted a new set of PR4's on the bike. I seem to have a rumble at...
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Wheat,
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Last post by OldButNotDead
Mon Jan 02, 2017 5:11 pm
Pants Is Going to Try a Tire Change
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Hppants »
Sun Nov 27, 2016 10:26 am
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Why does THIS bike eat tires more than the others?
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I have a manual Coates 200 out in the shed, but just did the front Bridgestone BT023 with spoons on the floor. (typical for me in the winter) I set...
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Last post by gggGary
Mon Dec 26, 2016 7:03 pm
Brake Pads?
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griff »
Sat Nov 19, 2016 12:05 pm
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I will have to change the front brake pads sooner or later and was wondering what folks are doing. I see Yamaha pads and EBC HH pads, which are...
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My local dealer won't even stock OEM pads for FJR's, most people going with the cheaper EBC HH.
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Last post by Powerman
Mon Dec 19, 2016 12:00 am
Tapered Roller Steering Bearings
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Twigg »
Wed Nov 23, 2016 12:58 pm
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Doing this, with All-Balls 22-1003
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I used a Dremel with a grinder stone on it and cut most of the way through, as far as I dared without touching the shaft with the grinder, and then a...
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Last post by rbentnail
Sun Dec 04, 2016 10:59 am
battery keeps dying....
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kieefjr »
Wed Nov 09, 2016 9:14 pm
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......on my garage door opener :D
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Most Solder Wick today comes with flux already applied. The link I showed is one of them. Always check the specs, though, before buying.
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Last post by Red
Sat Nov 26, 2016 10:34 am
Gen 3 Coolant Temp
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bseelbach »
Mon Oct 24, 2016 12:16 pm
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Ok...In all honesty my plan was to comment on a couple posts to get my count above 5 and open the secret doors but I realize that much of the content...
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I had words with your old mechanic and it's all coming back to him now... he says you (we) didn't pour in too fast, and while we blipped the throttle...
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Last post by raYzerman
Wed Nov 02, 2016 10:01 am
Oil consumption
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PhilJet09 »
Mon Oct 24, 2016 5:54 pm
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My '09 has 122,000 miles on it now and I'm noticing some oil usage. It's been gradual, but now I sometimes have to add a bit to keep the light from...
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My 07 with 116k on it goes from upper dot in sight glass to almost lower dot between 5k oil changes. I'm not too worried about it and will run it...
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Last post by Harald
Wed Oct 26, 2016 2:41 pm
traxxion fork preferred settings?
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wpbfjr »
Tue Apr 26, 2016 12:48 am
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i upgraded to the basic, non-progressive traxxion fork springs. is there a preferred basic setting?
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Depending on your weight and what springs you bought and what fork oil they used......... suspension preload should be set by determining the sag...
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Last post by raYzerman
Tue Apr 26, 2016 9:25 am
Ignition Anti-Theft Bolt Size?
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0face »
Sun Mar 13, 2016 2:42 pm
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I'm going to take my ignition off and clean it out (it's getting sticky). I can't find the bolt size anywhere. Anybody know?
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My 04 would get notchy/sticky occasionally. I'd stuff a paper towel directly under switch and give it a good blast of contact cleaner followed with...
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Last post by bungie4
Mon Mar 14, 2016 7:59 am
Clock fails to keep time when ignition switched off
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Gazza »
Wed Nov 18, 2015 1:53 pm
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The clock works perfectly when the ignition is switched on, but it fails to keep time when switched off.
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Not sure why the clock would retain a reading (i.e., powered such that it can), and yet not advance the time (perhaps different circuit than the...
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Last post by raYzerman
Thu Nov 19, 2015 1:27 pm
Second gear skip
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silverback »
Sat Nov 07, 2015 1:11 pm
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My 05 is starting to exhibit a second gear skip. It will chunk a couple times and then engage. It's been getting progressively worse and I am...
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It is likely the gear dogs worn..... big job to fix, pull engine, etc.. There is a thread somewhere on the other forum.
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Last post by silverback
Tue Nov 10, 2015 12:26 am
High prices on Pirelli Angel GT
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Mattthehoople »
Wed Jun 10, 2015 2:26 pm
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Hey guys,
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NO Mar is the shit. I am awesome at changing tires all thanks to 0Face :)
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Last post by Cougar8000
Wed Jul 01, 2015 6:43 pm
Grip Lock
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Italian Stallion »
Sat Jun 13, 2015 9:19 am
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I'm wondering how many of you have used the Grip Lock on your bike overnight when on a trip. I have and am disappointed that by morning I find no...
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I just try to keep my bike close by and a 9mm even closer. If I was gonna steal an FJR i would steal Bobs new 15 es JSNS
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Last post by Intech
Tue Jun 16, 2015 11:11 am
Oil Filter Gasket
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Italian Stallion »
Thu Jun 04, 2015 5:07 am
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I don't know if this has been mentioned here or not, and I apologize if it has, but on another forum that I frequent, this was posted, so I thought...
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Bump an FJR off the center stand? Only if you bump it with a truck, hard. Lol...
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Last post by Old Guy
Mon Jun 15, 2015 11:03 am
Brake Pads
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ts3doug »
Wed May 20, 2015 5:21 pm
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i trashed a fork seal and didn't catch it until the brake pads got screwed.
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I found the number and ordered a couple of packages.
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Last post by ts3doug
Thu May 21, 2015 8:03 am
throttle response issue
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dmshanks »
Mon Apr 27, 2015 12:29 am
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Greetings; I have a rough throttle response from 1000 to about 3000 rpm. Once the engine is at operating temp and I slowly roll the throttle from...
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Nope. 2008 and up bikes were fixed of throttle issues. My '07 had never been bad. Kept it in check with properly adjusted throttle cables. Many...
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Last post by HotRodZilla
Wed Apr 29, 2015 11:49 pm
Electrical issue
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fencer »
Sat Mar 14, 2015 4:19 pm
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The left hand control is all aflutter.
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S6 It is.
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Sun Apr 05, 2015 6:08 pm
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