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What did you do to your FJ-tracer-gt today?
arthur replied to yamaham's topic in FJ-09 Tracer 900 General Discussions
The black plastic honeycombs - cleaned with soapy water and a q-tip - then applied armourall with a q-tip - it took a couple of hours -
Thank you to all, I looked on progressive website - interesting stuff - they have a 25mm lower rear spring which presumably drops the back end down 15mm or so. 95 euros is affordable too (for the rear shock). Actually, although I have owned 15 motorbikes or so, I am least comfortable on this one partly because how high it is (I've dropped the front 7mm) so the idea of my bike sitting a little lower is very appealing.. when you say you put a progressive spring in - I'm guessing you are talking about the front..? Racetech states the stock is 0.70kg/mm, and that I should go with 0.93 = I have to choose between 0.90, and 0.95 I'm thinking of 0.90 because 95% of the time I am riding solo without luggage... Thank you all
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Hi, . Good day to you! Well my seasonal job ended today, and I need something to do I would just like to know if there are any threads that people would particularly recommend regarding putting another- better rear shock in from another bike, or threads that discuss front suspension upgrades. I don't mind reading through all the threads, but in the past I've found that one are two threads are outstanding. Thank you 2015 FJ09 8000ish Kms
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Is it ok to mix mineral and synthetic? Same weight 10-40, same manufacturer liqui moly.... It's not just about the money, it's also the environment..
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possible shock swap 2015 Fj09 from 2018-20 Tracer 900 gt
arthur replied to arthur's topic in FJ-09 Suspension
It looks like it doesn't - the tracer has a longer swingarm. If some one knows this to be correct or incorrect, please comment -thank you -
Would this work? Thank you in advance - I'm just looking to find something I can afford.. Thank you in advance Richard
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Oh my goodness - hope everything works out for you, and maybe a neighbour can loan you a baler for this cut.
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What did you do to your FJ-tracer-gt today?
arthur replied to yamaham's topic in FJ-09 Tracer 900 General Discussions
Flushed brake fluid - I think the first change since the factory in 2015 -
My two week review of ownership...:)
arthur replied to arthur's topic in FJ-09 Tracer 900 General Discussions
My old boss was a lawyer - one day we were talking about text messages, and she said that a text message doesn't show who sent it. - I rode on the Vancouver Island highway - beautiful road surface - much of it fenced from animals. I guess Ontario is nice too - but big, lol -
Hi, I don't want a service manual in Spanish, the Haynes ones just aren't any good anymore (the last 43years) I don't want to be ripped off, and although I am sure there are very many fine copies out there, there is just too much potential for screw ups. Can you point me in the right direction please - good places to buy etc Thank you
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I know this is a really really old thread, but if anyone has the knowledge.....(my 2015 FJ09 only has 4500 miles, but oh my goodness what a racket it makes, but quietens in neutral when I pull the clutch in. Just wondering if buying a new clutch basket could have been an option for OP (by the way Bill, if you are still around - thank you
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So I live on a small island where it is impossible to safely go over 60mph other than a few places - and even then only for a few hundred yards. Finally, I got to open her up today, and I can say WOW, OMFG what an engine this thing has. I haven't had lots of powerful motorbikes, but I have had a couple of 750's putting out 100bhp This FJ feels like it is putting out 155bhp, not the claimed 115. For me it is a seriously fast bike. I couldn't go too fast today because there were gusty crosswinds, but I had it up to 187kmh -116mph, and it just felt like the engine wasn't even begining to slow. I don't normally do those kind of speeds, but I wanted to check it out for potential tank slappers (none) So my review is that it is a handfull of engine. I am not comfortable enough with it to criticise the handling. Its a big change for me going from lightweight sportbikes to this. Incidently, I've been going into corners too fast, which isn't much fun as there is quite a bit of grit on the roads where I live. I think I have figured it out: That I am so high up it seems I am going slower than I am. Windshield - garbage, I'm amazed they got out the factory door - it's worse than nothing. I'm starting to really like it - at high speed it feels so planted, and relaxed. I'm really looking forward to camping with it! Mirrors - yay! Mirrors that work (unlike my last two bikes) I don't think the fuelling is great - but I have it on "B" which makes it more tolerable. I don't like the unique fasteners that are on there, and it looks like quite a complicated bike to work on. There are some pet peeves - like the ignition switch being buried, but overall I think this might be a keeper
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What did you do to your FJ-tracer-gt today?
arthur replied to yamaham's topic in FJ-09 Tracer 900 General Discussions
Well, I haven't actually done it yet, but I am so committed that it is as good as done - as soon as I have written a couple of posts and had some supper. Today I took the stock windshield off! - For me, it is worse than nothing. -
1.25" lowering links/ sump guard opinions sought
arthur replied to arthur's topic in FJ-09 Tracer 900 General Discussions
Oh gosh, I feel so stupid. The trouble is I am a know it all. And I knew that the seat was in it's lowest position. You know how this ends. After lowering the seat I can get the balls of my feet on the ground and am no longer tiptoeing. Thank you for all who have replied to this thread. -
What did you do to your FJ-tracer-gt today?
arthur replied to yamaham's topic in FJ-09 Tracer 900 General Discussions
Disconected clutch cable at the top - flushed with wd40 then let some 80/90 gear oil go through. Reconected. Drew blood (mine) in process -
1.25" lowering links/ sump guard opinions sought
arthur replied to arthur's topic in FJ-09 Tracer 900 General Discussions
That is great advice for people. I just don't want the pain of having to lace up. I think I take my safety seriously, I just don't want the pita of lacing up, and if I'm honest I feel like a power ranger lol. I have an almost new Shoei helmet and 95% of the time I either wear a heavy leather jacket or a jacket with armour in. Also I wear good quality leather motorcycle gloves That's a great idea. I'm just wondering whether hanging it from above and letting it down slowly, or lifting it from below will work best for moving fork. Thank you Lone Wolf -
1.25" lowering links/ sump guard opinions sought
arthur replied to arthur's topic in FJ-09 Tracer 900 General Discussions
yes, you probably have a good point. I will give it more time.. I am 5ft 8 ....30" inseam I can get all of my toes on the ground - icant put much weight on the balls of my feet as they are barely making contact - thank you -
Hi, I did use the search function before posting. Does anyone have any thoughts on whether lowering 1.25" is too much? (I don't want to wear inserts as I vary rarely wear riding boots0 AND as I intend to lower the bike then it seems the low sump becomes even more of an issue. Any opinions on the most durable/ effective sump guard? And finally, whoever had the idea of using a Mazda drain plug is a genius - thank you in advance (sorry I'm posting so much - new bike and all that) Today I will likely take two hours and two ferries so I can get to a piece of road where I can FINALLY open the bike up a bit - over 6000rpm
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Joe Rocket Ballistic (Facebook Marketplace FM) Joe Rocket summer mesh FM Really really nice leather jacket - really heavy leather, not harley, or racer type, just a plain black leather jacket (sadly no armour) that fits me well, and looks sharp FM
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well it turns out some B'stard put on weird valve caps and the first time i saw them i didn't spot the thread coming out at the bottom - so I unscrewed it slowly and carefully. Regular valve stem = needless humiliation. Sigh. lol. I will buy the 90 degree valve stems for sure. There are a couple of low res photos. The valves I have look weird - almost like a pressure bicycle valve - I suppose I should read the owners manual thouroughly, instead of selectively. My tires are Michellin Road 4's which I am happy with, but they were made in 2015 I guess I should change the coolant. I know it has an oil and filter change.