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Hello, I was wondering what model Shad saddlebags you have on your FJ-09 and do they use the 3 point mounting system similar to Yamahas? They look very nice on your bike. I am interested in the SH36's but their website does not show them available for the FJ. Thanks!

After much research and many hours spent reading through the forums I finally decided on the Parabellum windscreen. I'll get right to the point, I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT. First let me provide some facts that you may find useful, I'm 60 years old, 6'1" and weigh 250 pounds. My inseam is 30" when I buy jeans. I ride with my stock seat (next thing to be replaced) in the lowest position and my windscreen in the highest setting. My main complaint with the stock windscreen was the "cockpit noise" it created. I found it to be totally unacceptable. I actually thought the stock screen provided adequet wind protection. I found Parabellum's customer service to be excellent. I ended up getting the "Tall" (26") windscreen. I ordered it via phone Monday afternoon and had it by Thursday morning. That was using their basic shipping. I live in Delaware and they are out of Georgia. Brenda, who I spoke with was fantastic. I purchased the item using 4 gift cards and she was very patient and helpful during the ordering process. Installation was dirt simple. The only thing I believe Parabellum should add to their documentation is to keep the rubber grommets which the bolts pass through on the bike. I was able to determine this by looking at the picture they provided but it should have been noted somewhere. The hardware Parabellum provides includes 8 "Aztec" washers, 4 large and 4 small. The finish on these is raw aluminum therefore silver and shiny. I strongly recommend spray painting these "flat black" before installing them. I used Rustoleums Flat Black 2 in 1 paint/primer. This makes the install much more aesthetically pleasing and factory like. Riding behind the fairing is a real treat, the "cockpit noise" that I found so annoying is COMPLETELY gone. The wind protection is exceptional. The handlebars go all the way over each direction WITHOUT hitting the windscreen. It is very close but they do not hit. I normally sit somewhat slouched over and I still was looking well over the windshield, not through it. In case you're wondering my helmet is an old "Nitro Racing" full face helmet, nothing special. I can now comfortably ride with my shield up (sunglasses on of course) and enjoy it. I may remove the shield once the weather gets warmer, it's that nice. I noticed no distortion while looking through the windscreen. I did find the windscreen flexes a fair amount at times but nothing I am concerned with. After a while I didn't even notice it. I've read where some say the windscreen is "fugly" on the bike but I personally like the appearance, it DOES NOT take away from the looks of the bike. In closing, I highly recommend the Parabellum windscreen if you're in the market for one.

Southern Delaware.

Thanks for posting that picture. I love the way the bike looks with the FJR bags. I was at the dealer today for my breakin maintenance and priced out the 2014 FJR bags. I must admit I was a bit shocked at the price but yutahey, you only life once. Now I just have to wait for this years tax refund. Thanks again everyone.

Thanks for the info gentlemen, that's exactly what I wanted to know. I want my bags to be able to hold a full face helmet.

I noticed several posts regarding the FJR saddlebags being used on the FJ-09. I will be buying the bags for my bike fairly soon, or perhaps they'll be a Christmas gift from my wife. I've also read that Yamaha isn't producing the FJR bags any longer. I'm hoping this is strictly the unpainted ones. My plan is to buy new saddlebags for a 2014 FJR. The color of those bags is Candy Red, the same as my 2015 FJ-09. My problem is that no one has addressed the mounting hardware used. Are people using the bag hardware for the FJ-09 in conjunction with the bags from the FJR or is hardware from an FJR used on the FJ-09? Any info that can be provided will be appreciated.

I just picked my FJ up yesterday. I definitely noticed the whine in 6th gear. The other 5 gears just sounded like typical Yamaha sounds. The whine seems to lesson (in 6th) the faster you go. I was hoping it would lesson after a few miles are on it. Glad to hear it got better after break-in oil change. Ear plugs are not an option for me, I want to hear what's going on around me. I definitely plan on a better windshield, mirror extenders, and probably a Corbin seat which looks great on the bike. Looking for feedback on the items mentioned. This is my follow up on the post above. First let me say that I'm not quite 6'1" and weigh 246. I ride with my factory windscreen in its highest position and my seat in the lowest. I would like to provide some feedback on the KoubaLink mirror extenders. If you go to their website it will lead you to believe that the mirror extenders ARE NOT available for the FJ-09. This is not true, they are and the proper part number to order is ME-2B ("B" designating black). They do come in pairs in case you're wondering. You can order them either directly from Norm Kouba or from Carl's Cycle. The info needed to contact both is on the website. If you get them directly from Norm Kouba you will not pay shipping, only the $30.00 for the extenders. If you order them from Carl's Cycle, which I did, they will be $35.00 which includes first class shipping through the USPS. I received mine within 3 days. I can't say how long it would have taken to buy them direct from Norm. Since there are already good pictures on the forum I won't post any. I will say they look factory installed. Installation is as simple as replacing a mirror. They have totally solved my mirror problem. Before I was unable to see anything behind me. I can now see what's behind me perfectly. Some riders reported an increase in the noise level after installing the extenders. With my stock shield I noticed no difference in the noise. I highly recommend these if you're looking for such a product. The next item I plan on getting is the 22" clear Madstad wind screen. Update to follow once I order it. I'm hoping it will be my birthday gift from my wife. Later!