littlebruv

No pictures without the wheel

The old saying goes "What you pay for is what you get", most is to do with quality and additives within the oil, not only the brand, the oil i use at the moment is Rock Oil

19 hours ago, Jmhelms said:

Hi LittleBruv....any experience with the Magura clutch

in actual use?...

Thanks for the reply...

Cheers, John H.

 

I only learned about Magura clutch on this forum so i looked up the website and posted it so others to look as well, i could be tempted though as it looks quite easy to install

2 123 053 Yamaha MT-09 349 €

This is the Pt.No. and price from Magura's catalogue

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1 hour ago, BBB said:

I’ve been using the Angels and they were great, but trying Metzeler Roadtec 01 now and they are equally impressive so far.

I had the Roadtec 01's fitted once the OEM Dunlops wore out, so i've had them now since November one of the best tyres for the wet, ok for the dry even when pushed, would really like to compare them to the Michelin RP5's

9 hours ago, gregman said:

Has anybody tried this on an FJ-09? Considering trying it on mine but I want to see what it looks like first.

 

 

I think that does look a lot better than the standard white background

I had a KTM power socket fitted in the spare socket mount to charge my sat nav

10 hours ago, texscottyd said:

That’s the identical setup I have on my 2015 FJ:  Sargent seats and an Ohlins 535 shock (plus RaceTech fork upgrades).  I’m a fairly big guy... 6’1” & around 230 pounds, and for me the suspension upgrades are a huge improvement from stock.  

It’s not so much ‘comfort’ that I notice, but more the vast improvement in control and tactile feedback... it transforms the way the bike handles, especially when you pick up the pace.   The ride is actually firmer than before (due to the heavier springs), but the damping control is so much better...  it doesn’t have the harshness that was such an unpleasant part of the stock set up.  

Are you doing anything with the forks, to match the new shock?   You’re going to love the Ohlins... 

Thx for the reply. I have to admit i'm doing things 1 at a time as funds become available so fork internals will be next

3 minutes ago, stumpy said:

i have done both.  comfort in riding from the shock wouldn't be as good as a good seat.  the shock improves the ride as in the bike handling better.  the replacement of the seat will be felt every moment you ride.

Hi Stumpy

Thx for the reply. I already have a Sargeant seat fitted and soon to have an Ohlins rear shock as well, just thought a better rear shock might smooth out the ride a little giving a bit more comfort

Hi all

As anyone who as changed the rear shock noticed a different if the ride is more comfortable with or without a seat change as well

On 9/30/2019 at 2:01 PM, Michiel900GT said:

Ok, good to hear. I hope other 900 GT owners have the same experience.

Also, I’ve read in the pannier manual that a top case shouldn’t be used when you have the panniers installed.....That was a bit of a surprise.

In the original brochure for the Tracer it was recommended by Yamaha not to fit a top box, this was either because of the weak shock or a top box could act as an airbrake causing the bike to squat at the rear end at speed, but in Yamaha's accessory catalogue they sell the rack and top box

Does your visor have the scratch resistant coating on the inside as standard on most OEM type

Hi d1sable

Givi and Puig do taller screens and engine guards...there is also loads of info through this forum for everything you need to know about accessories for your Tracer

I have the TomTom 500, best bike sat nav I've had, program the routes via the phone app is best way. I have it plugged into a KTM power socket i had fitted on my Tracer, I didn't want to go down the route of connecting to an aux plug, just my preference, i also use it in the car as well

4 hours ago, racreative said:

Went for a ride last weekend to Huntington Beach and rode up PCH to Seal Beach. Ran into a little fog on the ride up the coast. My face-shield acted like a magnet and attracted the moister in the air. Even at 55mph + the moister was having trouble running off my helmet. This also caused my breathing to steam up the inside glass. Anyone have good advice for riding in rain, fog etc.? I have tried rainX. It does help to some degree, however only on the exterior, used shaving cream on the inside of visor and anti fog products. None of them truly work well. I typically ride with my helmet cracked to allow more air to flow which does help some with the fogging. Just asking the community if you have any suggestions or tricks that work. Was even considering buying a snowmobile helmet, they are made for riding in these types of scenarios.

 

Rain X also do a an anti misting solution as well

UK i usually nod, when in France or Belgium either hand out with 2 fingers or leg out, as now shown on French and Belgium motorway signs as an appreciation to motorist for letting a motorcyclist to overtake them

8 hours ago, texscottyd said:

I know, right?  I’m at a loss for an explanation...  many of roads around here are an abrasive, high-aggregate surface, so maybe that combined with the crown of the road?  And maybe a bit of my riding style??   I dunno... never had one do this before.  

Congrats on the new Bridgestones.   Which model do you prefer on the FJ?   I need to order something ASAP, since these Michelins are clearly past their ‘use by’ date... 

Maybe road surfaces are all weather, the grip is good in all weather but very abrasive on tyres, especially dual compound tyres that can have a soft edge

1 hour ago, roadrash83 said:

 That adds unnecessary weight, complexity and how long are replacement parts going to be around.

Will just have to wait and find out how many are actually sold or become discounted

is it just an expensive accessory that is really a must have because you don't like using manual screen device

HD have R&D ?? Which era 

Has long as you have enjoyed these longer rides that's all that matters.

Keep up the good comments

I use Kriega US30 as a main bag with a US10 attached to the top, very impressive kit

Should have just done it in Yamaha America block stripes

I have the same pegs fitted, so much better than the standard rearset type