fddriver2

It's more of a suggestion. Kinda like your mother saying "Be a good boy" Or maybe plausible deniability. The corporation saying "See! Right here we told them it was dangerous."  

I have been in triple digits with side cases a small pelican box on the luggage rack and a 30lb dry bag on the passenger seat. 

It was fine.  

On 10/29/2023 at 9:15 AM, bwtracer9gt said:

How is the ErMax with buffeting?  I am 6'1" and looking for a better touring screen.

I'm 6' 1" also. Long legs 34" inseam and a short torso.  It does work pretty well. While I don't spend a lot of time on the Interstates. I like riding smaller secondary roads. The ErMax has been my go to for years.

"Been missing the planted, solid feel of my 2010 VFR1200F since I sold it ib 2018"

Not trying to be a d**k. But. Why?

I have 2010 Honda Vfr1200f. A very cool and rare bike here in the states. People are always asking about it. Very fast, loads of torque, just a blast to ride.

On to the question. Maybe a Kawasaki Versys 1,000..... 118hp isn't replacing the 170-ish the VFR made.

Still in Kawasaki mode. H2/SX? They do have side cases for it. And it has the HP#'s 

5 hours ago, Old Bob said:

I have a still new set of 2020 tracer bags with liners for sale. $500

Bob

A bump for a great deal. I have a 2015. Just the cases were $1,000  

68,000+ miles. Runs like a top. 

4 hours ago, betoney said:

One thing I have found with changing the oil on this motor over the past 78,000 miles is check the level when you change the oil, run it a few minutes and let sit and then check it again, because the level will change.  Run it a few minutes and let it sit again and re-verify the level then fill a few more ounces if needed.  I have never needed to add a drop of oil.

As @Ride365 mentioned, I too keep mine filled more toward the top of the sight glass vs the middle.  Of course all measurements are made with the bike upright and level, NEVER on the side stand.

THIS 👆 At 68,000+ miles I have NEVER had to add a drop of oil between services. While I don't do track days at all, or wheelies much any longer. I'm still fairly quick and don't mind riding fast. If you're adding oil, something is up.. Just my $.02. YMMV

Been running one with a small wing off and on for years. Sometimes if I'm going on a long trip I'll throw a taller ErMax on if I feel I will need more protection. 

It's my understanding that Akra's don't need it. I could be wrong though

1 hour ago, Suzukiguy said:

I have a set that I bought off of Fleabay for a FJR. Wider than stock and have a rubber cap. I like them much better than the stock pegs!

Me too on a 2015 FJ-09

8 hours ago, dazzler24 said:

I'm glad it's not just me then!  What the...?

It's South Florida. Which basically means "who knows why"  😃🤷‍♀️

He hasn't been on here since 3-3-23

Hope he's ok. 

@olddawg Where you been? We need a mileage update.  😎

Rubber Duckie you're the one. 😀

I started on the street in 1974. I don't recall ever having a bike that didn't bang into 1st. Some were a bit louder than others. But still.

3 hours ago, Toni said:

Yes, they are really nice, but unfortunately pretty expensive

But they last nearly forever. I have a SwMotech tank bag that I've had forever and I bought it used here.  If you buy quality stuff you generally don't have to replace as often. YMMV. Good luck and post pictures of your decision. 👍

2015.  Almost 70,000 miles. I'm out of the woods.

First gen 2015. LED's are fine. Make sure they are aimed correctly. 

Roadside Attractions Map - Florida (roadsideamerica.com)

USA and Canada Tourist Attraction Maps. Roadside America

Make sure you stop and get a picture of

Big Betsy, Giant Lobster

86700 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL 33036

https://g.co/kgs/68Atda

The outside temperature a few days ago.

I live in Ft. Lauderdale.

Florida City to Key West is at least 3 hours maybe 4. (Traffic) Depending on traffic and time of day. 

A couple suggestions. For your route down in my area. Cafe 27.  (4690 US Hwy 27, Southwest Ranches, FL 33332) A truck stop/biker bar with solid food choices. Leaning towards Cuban cuisine. It's a good choice for a pit stop before heading south.

From there run Chrome Ave to Florida City. It is slower than the Fla. Turnpike by about 30 mins. But. It takes you through farmland and not the bat-shit crazy Miami traffic.

Once in Florida City. Run down Card Sound Road. Take the left at the "Last Chance Saloon." You will be riding through mangrove swamp and the cooling area for Turkey Point Nuclear plant. 

~13 miles in, just before the bridge you will see Alabama Jack's on your right. Stop in. It's a dive bar and a Florida Icon. Been there since the 40's. Owned by the same family for 3 generations IIRC.

Card Sound road will drop you back on US1. You are now trapped. US1 is the only way to Key West. 

There are places to stop on the way down. This is the keys. Funky stops are everywhere. The Giant Florida Lobster.  The Lorelei, The No Name pub and others. My Advice would be to spend the day going to Key West. Key West is a very different place, have dinner, spend the night then head back.

On your way back North. Tamiami Trail. J. Not at dusk/night. There is a lot of wildlife moving around out there. Joanie's Blue Crab Cafe Is a on point place

After that. You're on your own. Ceder Key is worth a stop. 

PM if you want. 

Jeff

On Edit.

If you need anything. 

Seen at Café 27.

South Florida 

@2and3cylinders

I like the original Engage so much that I bought one to have as a backup when the zippers that have been repaired several times finally fail. 

You're fine. My 1st gen FJ-09 in scalding hot and humid SOFLA runs ~165* F (74*C) while underway, and has for 65,000 miles. Zero issues. 

6 minutes ago, 2and3cylinders said:

Holy moses!

I think I paid half of that for mine from twisted throttle

Now they're antique and collectable? 🤷‍♂️