jimster

Thanks betoney, 

I'll check that first thing tomorrow morning.

JimSTer

I installed an MC Cruise Control. And as you know the brake light is what trips the off switch.

It was then that I realized that my rear brake light was not tripping the CC until I press real hard with my foot. Of course I almost always use the front brake and rear in  unison. And didn't notice the problem until many miles alter.

I can't get a wrench on the nut the holds the rear brake light switch in order to adjust it. And I can't get the heal guard off the bike.

Prior to mounting the CC, one of the mounting screws on the heal guard  worked it's way out and was lost. I then replaced it with a stainless steel item for the hardware store after applying some blue LocTight.

What's the best way to get the Loc Tight to loosen up so that I can remove the heal guard?

Hey, thanks a million, guys.

Thanks Korydz. 

I did my install without a problem. There was plenty of room as I installed the computer for the MC Cruise under the seat bracket.

All good and thanks again.

JimSTer

Is it possible to get some close up photos with some better lighting?

With all of that black it's difficult to make out the details. However it looks to me as though there is a different bag mount bar built into the crash bar. Please correct me if I'm wrong.

And I apologizes that I've been on a bit of a hiatus and haven't been working on the ones that I've designed. I've been trying to build something resembling the crash bars designed for the Kawasaki Versys.

However that's going to change real soon.

On 8/29/2019 at 8:45 AM, chitown said:

Google turns up some kit makers offering mounts for the Super Tenere and some other Yamaha models. Call for others etc. 

EG 

Yamaha Motorcycles, Sidecar Mounting Hardware

Thanks so much for the information on the Yamaha.

I looked at one that listed on Craigslist and it was only about 20 mins away.

A beautiful custom flame paint 2002 Yamaha Vulcan 800 with a matching Velorex. Very nice. but the guys asking way to ,much for it.

So far I've got my eye on a Velorex. Nice and modern looking as some of those area really ugly. Even more so than the Ural.

And I've already got one of those sidecars as well.

Thanks anyway, JimSter

Has anyone ever installed a side car on their FJ09/Tracer 900?

Or does anyone know where there would be some information on such an install?

Thanks, JimSTer

On 6/24/2019 at 6:01 AM, jdavis said:

The police in Australia are using these. I enquired today about the rear bars and was quoted AU$2500 for the bits. Have to be shipped from Japan as they are a Police Special. I dont need them that bad.

Could you tell us who quoted the price of these bars at AU$2500?

I'm thinking they were quoting the entire police package not just the bars.

6 hours ago, BBB said:

Me too. The French police have them as well, but I can’t find them on sale anywhere.

Is it possible to get some close ups of how they are made from the French police?

I sure wish that I could find someone that's making rear crash bars to protect my beautiful saddle bags.

The Kawasaki Versys has the same type of rear swing arm set up and there's more than one manufacture making crash bars for them.

So what gives?🙄

Nice video on the Givi engine guard bars.

However, I would like to have some crash bars that will protect my FJ09 Yamaha saddle bags. And since I just had the bag lids painted to match the beautiful red Yamaha finish I'm a little hesitant to ride with them on the bike.

Now if this isn't fine conundrum, I don't know what is?😧

I'm trying to find someone that has either bought or built a set of crash bars for the FJ09 to protect the saddle bags in case of a minor drop,

ANYBODY????

Sure looks nice, Joe.

But if I try to paint instead. Can you tell me how you did the painting? Spraycan. spray gun, etc?

Thanks much

I really like this thread. I'm planning to try the carbon look wrap but may for the paint before I'm done.

Either way the bike will look much better than stock. 

Thanks much, Jim

A quick story about my experience with the check engine light.

Myself and two of my good friends installed a MC Cruise last Sunday on my 2015 FJ09. All went well and after we finished up with some other items that weren't finished yet  I was unable to ride it until today.

After the guys had left I was working on some other items and when I turned on the ignition I had a check engine light on. And after checking out our web site I found this thread and read it over and over several times. I was intrigued with all of the info. And I decided to check the most simple solution first. During the cruise installation we had to run the engine in gear at some fair speed in 4-5 gear.

The bell rung and I guessed that maybe I would be lucky enough to try the short ride.

With all of the wet weather I had to wait until today to get out and ride the bike.

I rolled out of the driveway into the street, and within ten feet the check engine light went out.

So what I was assuming would be a short check ride, the light went out and I turned it into a wonderful check ride for the cruise control.

Yes, a lovely day. And thanks to all of you that contributed here.

JimSter

I would rate this post as a GOLD MINE.😀

I'm in Iowa City, and you have to hunt for interesting roads.

Usually I go to NE Iowa or SW Wisconsin to enjoy tons of great roads to ride.

These are nearly perfect for the FJ09. 

Jim

Still no Sargent seat for the Tracer GT?

Red of course. Is there another color😳

On 4/30/2019 at 9:18 PM, chesterburnet said:

I got a Puig touring windscreen for $139 on Ebay and installed it tonight after work. I took a ride down the highway and I like it. A lot less noise and wind blast. On local roads it was really quiet and I could ride with my face shield up. I'm 6'1" and was worried I'd be too tall but it's good. I also installed TST blinkers front and rear with blinker genies on the front so they work as running lights. I got rid of the handguards and reflectors and I think this bike looks a lot better. It looks cluttered to me in stock trim. now it looks lean.

I've had one of the screens on since day one. Love it and wouldn't be without it.

I did the 10 watt running lights as well today.😀

Iowa, Yep flat ass, Iowa. Thats why I have a sport touring bike. I can go to Missouri, Arkansas, Tennessee, Colorado, Texas, etc..

Anywhere but Iowa.😫

On 5/5/2019 at 11:39 AM, jimster said:

So what was the end result?????

Ya just can't leave us hanging, brother😳

Very interesting. I've had other contacts with Tony. He's a top notch guy.