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open1mind

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  1. It sounds like you, like me, grew up riding bikes with Carbs, not FI.  I sometimes miss the carb bikes because modern FI always feel abrupt both going on the throttle and coming off.  Many here will disagree, but I can build a better and faster rhythm in the twisties in mode B.  Maybe my fine motor skills are just not good enough to be smooth with mode A- because I am never in that mode.

     

    As stated- keeping the cable and chain in spec can make a big difference....

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  2. So I am in the love/hate camp with Garmin- usually hate.  I cant stand Base Camp and how primitive it can be with pre- route planning and loading it smoothly as a specific route (not a track) onto the device without issue.

    So, before anyone who likes to design a custom route buys a garmin, I refer them to search the "Scenic Web App" for iphones.  You can build and modify a route in Google maps, and then seamlessly transfer and edit it in Scenic.  From there, just press go on your phone with good directions.  Its cheap enough, and does NOT need cell signal.

    Worth a look unless you absolutely must have a dedicated GPS.  I own 2, and I prefer to use Scenic unless I am going off road.

    https://advrider.com/f/threads/scenic-iphone-ipad-app-alternative-to-garmin-zumo-and-tomtom-rider.1161012/

  3. On 9/24/2019 at 7:24 PM, fjrpittsburgh said:

    I've not tried one of those.  I wouldn't lock my helmet on my mirror and a mirror extender is much less money.  This product also would not help with the mirror movement discussed in this thread.  If this product looks like something you would use.  Give it a try and report back to us.

    Funny that you suggest that... 

    The Rizoma gear described above is top notch, but the stalks arent quite long enough for me. Im probably too wide, but I saw too much elbow and not enough roadway behind me.

    Last night I added these to Rizoma set up

    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01KLOY6GI/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

     

    the will take some more adjusting and resetting the Rizomas, but I think that i now have the best setup (but pricey)

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  4. So dont be so fast to do so Stinky.  After a few weeks of "all is well" my right side mirror moved back again.  I was unwilling to torque it down any further for fear of snapping/stripping that small fastener and post.  What a terrible design.

    So, I ordered these:

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    Required for perch mounting, these adapters are machined from...

     

    rizoma_radial_rs_mirror.jpg

    The Radial RS boasts clean lines, Rizoma's top notch machining &...

     

     

    I have the right installed (after taking off the windscreen during install), and it seems to line up well and look good.  The left side should go on tomorrow.  Lots of adjust-ability, VERY high quality piece of kit, and good looking.  My fear is that it may be a bit short - ie, does not extend out past the bar and my elbows as far as I would like. If I was doing it over, I would likely seek a longer/wider one.  We'll see after a test ride.

    The price is just outrageous. That is what we pay for quality, and for impatience.  Shame on Yamaha for a poor mirror design on an otherwise damn good bike.

     

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  5. Thanks to all for their brainstorming and good ideas on the forum.  My right mirror was bending back at high speeds, especially over bumps. The good reading hear convince me to buy a benchgrinder, and after some careful work I had a 10M socket that fit into that cavity to tighten the stem harder.  I did add some blue loctite, hoping to make the fix permanent.

     

    We'll see

  6. This was interesting to see our bikes get continuing coverage.  

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    WWW.CYCLEWORLD.COM

    Nick Ienatsch prepares his long-term 2019 Yamaha Tracer 900 GT to hit the road to COTA MotoGP.

    I am especially focused on the gearing change.  Has anyone ever tried something like that?  I am tempted to go for it.  One of my dislikes on the bike is that it feels too revvy for my riding style.  Tempting...

  7. So after 30 years of riding and lot of experimenting... here is the money is no object choice:

     

    Get your phone bluetoothed into a Sena or Cardo system

    Plug these into your ears-  

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    WWW.PLUGUP.COM

    under helmet earplugs,custom made in the ear stereo earspeakers, low profile for under helmet applications

     

     

    Then, enjoy protection for your hearing with the ability to take phone calls and hear music on your own terms with voice commands etc.

     

     

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  8. 17 hours ago, gv550 said:

    This is not what you are looking for, but works great for me. It is the RAM 9 mm mirror mount, places the GPS high and easy to reach and see.

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    I use a similar set up.  Instead of your mirror mount, I use a ball that replaces one of handlebar riser bolts.  RAM mounts are great, especially if you own several bikes like I do- easy to just move the gps whenever I like.

     

     

  9. I thought you guys might like to see the finished product, so I tried to make some quick vids. After some coaching from other forum members, and only limited amounts of bloodshed and electrical arching, they are in!

    Fully functional as brake lights, running lights, blinkers, and hazards

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNXf4zHLIA0

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z-SDRzzfew8

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3wNSm_-h7rE

  10. On 2/1/2019 at 8:17 AM, griskins said:

    Cruizin, I'd pay big app bucks for one that worked well and comprehensively. What I have been unable to find is one that does all the following: 1) doesn't require a separate device, 2) allows me to plan a route on the PC, and get it on my phone or tablet, 3) allows me to share it with others, 4) allows me to pause it when I stop for the day on a multi-day ride, 5) doesn't kill my battery in 37 minutes, and 6) shows me a real map view with instructions. Icing on the cake would be a provision for it to record my route when I am out exploring. Between Google Maps, a defunct Tom Tom, Rever and Co Pilot, all this functionality is there, but no one ever zipped it up into one package, which I find astounding. You tell your guy that Griskins would pay $50 US for his app w/o batting an eye.

    If you google "Scenic Webapp" you will find, I think, all of those criteria items. I have had a mostly hate in my love/hate relationship with Garmin- especially basecamp. 

    Scenic is motorcycle specific, and lets you design a route in Google maps and then transfer it as a one second cut and paste.  I have no patience for tech, and even I was able to climb a short learning curve with this thing.  The cottage industry developer that made it has a line of very brief videos to show you how to use it.  

    Not perfect for some of the dirt/adv stuff that I do on my klr, but just fine for tar.  And its pretty cheap unless you need to upload the maps for many states

    (hint- other forums have entire threads devoted to this app)

     

     

  11. 2 minutes ago, bugie said:

    I have these indicators on my own GT. All the information i gave you relates to my installation of these but the part number is different to the one you provided above. These also don't support day time running lights as they are 2 wire indicators

     

     

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    Those do look good.  My bike definitely has a 3 wire connector.  In fact, I was using this gadget

    TSTINDUSTRIES.COM

    Don't cut any wires! Use TST Industries Yamaha Wire Harness Converter and turn aftermarket signals into plug and play installations.

     

    It works quite well,  other than you need to figure out which wire s/b white vs black etc.  At least it saves on some soldering time.

  12. 1 hour ago, betoney said:

    When you changed signals, did you use something like this ---> Turn Signal Adapter

    I recently changed front signals using these adapters and there was plenty of room to mount everything.  Did you try using a shim or a few washers to pull the signal outward?  What is the measurement on the threads of the signals that you bought?

    I'm just hoping to find a solution and save you from having to buy new ones.

    **when I quoted your post, it wouldn't let me delete the comfort seat video.

    Hmm.. might be worth try.  I also notice (from the correct video now inserted), that he uses the spacers that you describe in the opposite direction that I did. In other words, it looked like the spacer was supposed to fit into the recessed area of the side panel, not pushing outward.  Along with an extra grommet or spacer, that might be enough do it.  I will check tonight.

    Good grief- I better stick to my day job.

  13. I had started an earlier thread wherein this group gave some good insights about a strange fastener that holds the front side panel on... I will paste that link below.  As that thread evolved, we started to discuss swaps of LED flashers instead of stock, and I think that  a separate thread makes sense.

    Here's why- like others I hate the big orange pumpkins that appear on US bikes.  So I did some research using the always reliable Youtube.

    This good fellow does a lot of work on his FJR, and more recently his FZ 09.  I watched carefully, and decided to order the Yamaha accessory LEDs that he installs in the video.  I like the look and the position light + brake light functionality.  

     

    Here is the link to the front ones, and the rears are seperate:

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    WWW.EBAY.COM

    Genuine Yamaha stylish indicators with unique integrated position light, a must have accessory for your Yamaha MT! NEW OEM YAMAHA BLINKERS LED PLUS FRONT. Unique design by GK...

    So, the back ones went on my 2019 GT without any real pain.   The kit provides resistors which got the flash rate spot on, and the wiring and install were pretty routine.  Good progress.  I did not use/ need the adjustable flasher relay that he uses in the video- the resistors from Yamaha worked fine.  You cannot order them from US dealers, I had to connect to a UK dealer and their ebay store.

    The front, well that is a different story...

    First, the resistors when installed on the front dont get it done.  I removed the front side panel and tested the hookups before really mounting anything.  Good thing.  The resistors that come with the kit for the front make the front and back flash very rapidly.  OK, I said lets try this adjust able flasher from TST that the Youtube gentlemen suggested.  Perfect.  It came set up with just the right flash rate for me and all of the functionality is there. 

    TSTINDUSTRIES.COM

    Fix your bike's hyperflash or no flash problem with an easy to install, direct replacement, plug-and-play Gen2 LED Flasher Relay.

     

    But wait... every story sounds good until the last chapter.  When I was re-assembling the side panel- there is an inner and outer section.  The threads/shaft that come on the Yamaha accessory front blinkers are long.  As in so long that you cannot actually put the panel back together and mount it on the bike.  Abort mission.  So, for now, I am going to running stock front blinkers with the Accessory rear ones.  At some point, I may get more ambitious and try a  different brand.  

    My reason for the details is that someone else may see that video, and presume that his good luck with the FZ applies to the 900 GT.  No dice on the front blinkers.

    Ride well...

  14. 16 hours ago, bugie said:

    I just used a screwdriver to pry them open. and push them back the 1st time. The 2nd time I replaced them as they only cost like 3 euros between them. 

    When changing the LED indicators I recommend you test them before reassembling the side panel. On mine I replaced them with Yamaha indicators that came with resistors however with all 4  resistors connected the Hazard lights would only blink twice and stop! You would need to wait 5-10 seconds to reset them. Normal left/right signalling worked fine. I later discovered by trial and error that only having 2 resistors connected resolved this issue (and kept the correct flash rate)...Hence me having to reopen the side panel :)

    P.s. The only difference as far as I am aware between the EU and US GT versions are that the indicators in the US have 3 wires whilst the EU only use 2 (the 3rd being for the DRL)

    For once I was ahead of the curve.  Since I have the side panel off waiting for replacement fasteners- I tested the front flashers.  Good thing that I did, and good suggestion on your part. (Again, they are a yamaha accessory that I sourced from a dealer in the UK.  They are not available to US dealers)

    Hmm--- the resistors for the back ones worked out great when I did them first.  The flasher rate using the resistors that came with the rear ones must be right on.  Now the front, that is a different story.  I can get all of the functions to work- turn flash, 4 way hazards, and the white position light to stay on full time-- but the flash rate is way too fast. It also poisons the back turn signal and makes it flash too quickly.

    Was that you experience?  It is a US bike, so yes, it does have a 3 wire connection.  Does anyone have experience with replacing that resistor with something aftermarket?

    thanks

     

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