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Made it 10,000 miles on the OEM tires (front was still fine) of just commuting. Took the bike to the track and swapped on some Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa IIs. Vendor only had 180/60 rear, so I have that on. Teeny bit taller ride height. Did a few sessions on track with them.
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No engineers needed. Every other sportbike factory specs are much looser, us track folks run it even looser, and there are no issues, only benefits. Full rear suspension movement, etc.I have read here that the Factory chain spec is tight. Which is why I went with their maximum limit. I had asked the dealer and they said something along the lines of there must be a reason for the tight spec. Now I know they can get stuff wrong ( facotory and dealer) so... I'm kinda trying to float the middle.
Any engineers who can weigh in?
You should be at least 1 inch or 25mm. I run 2 on all my track bikes I've ever had.
For example, the R6 runs 30-45mm (1.18" -1.77") of slack: https://www.manualslib.com/manual/612270/Yamaha-Yzf-R6.html?page=79
It's like Yamaha forgot the 1" in front when they made the FJ09 manual.
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I went with the SH48, size is perfect! It matches the Matte Gray 2015 as well.
http://fj-09.org/thread/3300/shad-sh48-top-case-installed
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Cool! I may do this next year.
This list?
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Is FlashTune offering something to you that they haven't made available for normal purchase yet? Because this is the first I've heard of them offering an autoblipper for the FJ09.Following this thread... there is an " auto blip for downshifting " feature available for the FJ
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Try cleaning the speed sensor like belowI've just started noticing that on every heavy acceleration from stop or quick start with a turn the traction control light flashes. I mean every time... Is this normal? I'm not a psycho rider and I'm talking maybe 70% power on takeoff.
Jul 21, 2016 4:42:22 GMT -5 skydvrd said: My 2015 FJ had what appeared to be a traction control issues the other day. Pulling off at low speed, TCS engaged, chopping the throttle. The ABS light came on and left me with no front brake. Shut off and tried again, no change. Disabled TCS and rode home no problem. Next morning, same thing except I had code 069 on the display. Thanks to the forum, I discovered that's a front speed sensor issue. Found a post with pictures of the sensor (thanks again forum) and went to have a look. Removed sensor from housing, removed some debris from the end and wiped off the disk. Replaced everything and started up. No more TCS issues, all warning lights off, code cleared! Cancelled appointment with service department.
Anyone else experience this?
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6'3" here. The windscreen that worked best for me is the Madstad 24" screen. It's for 6'4" + and works great. It's fully adjustable with tilt and height adjustment. It comes with support bracket that is better than the stock one.Hello Folks,
Late to the party as I just picked up a 2015 FJ-09 from a private party... sits in my garage waiting for the title to come in so I can register it! :-)
For reference I am 6' 2" and 180 lbs without gear.
In terms of the most popular windscreen that is helping folks on the slightly taller side, what do you guys and girls suggest I try? Trying to tap into the Cult knowledge that exists on this wonderful forum. Thanks a lot!!
I had tried the Calsci large, but still got buffeting at the top of my helmet.
http://www.madstad.com/s.nl/sc.7/category.13491/.f
Here are some pics of it installed on my bike.
http://fj-09.org/thread/3655/24-madstad
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Yes this bike does have a few noises that are common, but not bad. One of them is the loud clutch basket in neutral with the lever released. As soon as you pull it in the noise goes away.In reading through this thread, I certainly hope that my dealer just does this without asking if there is a "noise" from the cam chain. This is a new bike for me and, while I can pick up bad sounds in a car very easily, this bike makes a lot more "new" noises than my old one. I'm no noob as far as working on my own stuff but I couldn't tell you if it's the cam chain, regular chain, "unique triple noises", or the transmission making any of the noises on the bike. Riding season is short up here so I will probably try the dealer in the next week or so and see if they will entertain this TSB and when they can do it.
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That might help with the assist part, but the part that we are all most interested in is the slipper clutch. Slipper clutches are awesome at the track. Are they needed on the road? I don't think so, but they're just fun to have, like quickshifters on the road.With 2WDW ECU reflash and G2 throttle tamer, I do not feel the need for slipper clutch with aggressive street riding. So I am wondering why you want it and if simple changes in set up may help.
There are leverage gizmos that can be added to the clutch cable, but I do not know what fits FJ O9. Since this kind of gizmo reduces force by increasing distance, you do have to make sure there is enough travel available to move the clutch pack the full distance needed.
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/4223/i/moose-racing-easy-pull-clutch-system?year=2009&make=Kawasaki&model=KX250F&colorid=262&SITEID=Google+SEARCH+NON-BRAND+Product+Level+Ads+-+Google+Shopping+Campaign&P_ID=3052909189&adpos=1o1&creative=93111299573&device=c&matchtype=&network=g&gclid=CMGn8sCy-s0CFYIBaQod1AQAJA
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Good idea. I may give that a try eventuallyThe other day I raised the fork tubes 5mm in the triples (lowering the front). Did a great job of taming some of the 'flightiness' without reducing the quick steering nature of the bike. I'm hoping this will contribute to better stability at highway speeds, especially when loaded. Worked great with my VStrom many years ago...
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Repair is all done. Noise at idle appears to be gone.
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You can't adjust the existing one, as it's a self-adjusting mechanism with a spring.My bike started making the sound after around 590 miles.. Went in to the dealer today and he is going to replace the CCT rather than adjust the existing one.. I have an S2 version of CCT currently installed on mine. Dont know what the new one will be as its going to arrive in about 3-5 days..
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I just called my local dealer and they ran my VIN. The recall showed up, and he said he'd order the kit and let me know when it's in.
He was unsure at the time if he should order Tensioner 1 or 2. I told him Kit 1 based on what I interpreted.
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I think I'll just go in. Dealer's get reimbursed at retail rate (i think) for it anyways, so they shouldn't have a problem performing it.
Jun 20, 2016 11:09:32 GMT -5 keithu said:
It appears that only about 4000 FJs in the US are affected. The bigger drain on their supply chain will be the FZ09s, of which there are almost 14000 affected.
I just looked at my VIN, and I'm one of the ones affected.
On a related note, do we know how many FJ09s were sold in the US and internationally?
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Finally! So will we get letters in the mail, or do we just take it in and say it's been loud?
@badger
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Yes Pit Bull triple tree lift if you're going to be using it regularly. The cheaper brands also work, but tend to fail much sooner than Pit Bull products. Browse your local craigslist, and you'll eventually find someone selling a Pit Bull stand cheaper than retail, and it'll continue to last years and years.
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OP is right, the new FJR and XSR900 have the slipper AND assist clutch. I'm pretty jealous they got it.
I'd be willing to bet you could swap in the parts. Though I wonder all said and done, if a yoyodyne slipper would be less expensive.
Here are the two parts fiches. Looks like There are some big differences.
http://www.ronayersmotorcycles.com/fiche_section_detail.asp?section=8327680&category=Motorcycles&make=YAMAHA&year=2016&fveh=292207
http://www.ronayersmotorcycles.com/fiche_section_detail.asp?section=8226698&category=Motorcycles&make=YAMAHA&year=2016&fveh=289964
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What would you say the benefits are for the semi-rigid bags vs hard?
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Installed the Madstad 24" today! I had the Calsci large on there before. I wonder if they're made out of different materials, because the Madstad is a lot more clear.
Had to remove the outer handguards.
Calsci Large:
Madstad 24"
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I have the Calsci Large, but am still getting some buffeting, so I ordered the Madstad 24" clear today. I am 6'3". I think it will be better since it has it's own mounting system that seems more stable than the stock mount points, and allows air under to prevent the vacuum that causes turbulence.
Was a bit pricey at $287 shipped though
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Rode it, changed the oil, Stabil, and put it away in the garage for the winter. Was able to do 2400 miles on it since I bought it in late August.
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Sweet!Todays project: Nitron R3
To go with: Andreani fork kit
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Ha you guys saved your stock grips? I cut those suckers off lol. My air compressor decided it didn't' want to work. Besides, new grips (if I wanted to take off the heated?) are $10.
I'm pretty used to cutting off my grips each race season and adding new ones so I guess I didn't have any reservation about doing it haha.
Oh yea, and I've seen it mentioned before, but hair spray works great instead of grip glue.
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The OEM ones, I replied to your other thread
What kind of heated grips are those, I got the Oxford from the dealer that is not intergrated like those.Installed the heated grips and the calsci large windscreen today.
The windscreen I'm not sure if it's any better yet, didn't get to do any highway riding with it.
New one is a good 7.5" taller:
Time for some new tires. What to get?
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