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nhchris

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  • Birthday 01/01/1901

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    2016 FJ-09

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  1. You need at $200 error code reader to shut off the service reminder prompt that appears every time you start the bike if the odo rolls past a maintenance point. BMW owners who change their own oil usually chip in and share the cost just to kill that message! Crazy no?
  2. On this topic: 1. Do not over torque rear axel nut. 80-90 Ft Lbs is more than adequate. 2. I run about 1.5 inches (38 mm) of slack. 3. Use an alignment tool to ensure correct wheel alignment.
  3. No. I use these to lengthen the mirror stalks. https://www.adventuretech.biz/yamaha-mirror-extenders.html
  4. Just looked it up and its 550 lbs wet. Not as heavy as I would have guessed but 25% more than my lil FJ.
  5. I did not see mirror extensions on your list. I find mine very useful on long rides, especially on multi lane roads. I also find a mechanical throttle lock really helps with right hand fatigue and cramping when blasting highways.
  6. It’s fun to change up your ride every few years. And you can’t go wrong with a Bmr! Just remember it’s HEAVY!
  7. Yup. I rode the FJ yesterday and love the smoothness I feel after the TB sync and plug replacement. It starts instantly, purrs like a kitten and pulls like a race horse. Big difference in feel and rideability post service.
  8. Does that stuff really work? How? would dropping a lead fishing weight in the tank have the same effect?
  9. A new front is cheap money. Replace it! And enjoy that nice fresh damping rubber.
  10. Interesting you say that. I test rode several used XRs and found them underwhelming. They cost a fortune even used and performed no better than my FJ. I was actually quite surprised at their mediocre nature. And then there’s the dealer thing. I guess it’s a designer label appeal?
  11. And don’t even think about running a car tire on the rear!! ;)
  12. Got bike back from Moms and to my surprise they said no valves were out of spec. I was really shocked. But the dealer passed up $400 in service revenue by not reshimming. His claim was if they don’t need it we don’t do it. The tech gave me a write up of each valve and its clearance. They also gave me the old plugs and air filter which were pretty beat. The bike is running noticeably smoother after plug change and TB sync. So I am prettier happy with Moms service and will use them again when the time comes.
  13. And your choice of oil brand and weight might cause subtle changes to the racket down below.
  14. Strangest bag mount setup I’ve seen is on Triumphs. There the bags are allowed to swing left and right across the bike to facilitate cornering. I don’t think I’d like a mobile center of gravity when pushing hard in the twistiest however.
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