builderbob

7 hours ago, Just-Tim said:

Good news for me because it looks like the GIVI offers more protection for the lower case and even some for the plastic, but I was concerned about the peg placement not begin forward enough.  Curious though, what model is your bike and did you use the TN2122 or TN2139? The 2139’s that are supposed to be for my gen  Tracer appear smaller and I was wondering about the coverage.

 

Mine is a 2015.  There was only one GIVI model available at the time.  I've had it for years, so it's probably the 2122.

On 2/24/2021 at 6:50 AM, Just-Tim said:

I saw this set up in a search. Found the SW Motech guards, pricey! Wasn’t able to run down the pegs but this looks like what I need. Can anyone identify the pegs, and do you know if they’ll work with the GIVI guards?

Thanks,

Tim

That's my bike.  Another poster correctly identified the highway pegs, however I have since changed over to GIVI crash bars.  More options for mounting the pegs and other accessories.

14 hours ago, clint said:

Got Tracey another garage friend!

 

Look just like the one I sold after getting the FJ.  Enjoy!

Nice work-around.  That said, the easiest way to lift the front end is to load up the luggage rack while on the center stand.  Rear goes down and the front comes up!

4 hours ago, Howton said:

Yeah I'm slowly repairing the rust. Can't wait til its done!

I'll be interested in your progress.  The old Z cars sure are enjoying a cult resurgence.  Glad that many are being saved.

23 hours ago, Howton said:

1971 Datsun 240Z

I had 2 '73 models back in the day.  Both rusted to oblivion.  Sure were fun though!

I rode there from DeLand a few weeks ago.  First time visiting.  Met up with a BMW owners group that meets there annually.  Nice group and ride.

Checked out the little airport while I was there.  Might fly next time. 🛩️

1 hour ago, dazzler24 said:

@builderbob - Only a passenger I'm afraid.  Getting a pilots licence was always a dream for me that never eventuated as other things in life managed to get in the way.  Can't complain, being a passenger is still  a lot of fun! 😁  Cheers.

Well, don't completely dismiss achieving that goal.  I didn't get mine until last year.  I was 64.  Bucket list.

13 hours ago, dazzler24 said:

@builderbob - because you have interest in these things - here's a slightly earlier model plane (than the F-15 above) that I had the pleasure to fly in.  Fantastic experience.  Do it if you ever have the chance - wind in your face in an open cockpit.

Bit like riding a motorbike - but in the sky! 😁

Tiger Moth Gypsy Major (1939): -

Cool!  Pilot or passenger?  Love the vintage tailwheel biplanes.

I flew into that airport from the Bahamas last year.  What a cluster f**k customs was that day.  Eek.  Better from your vantage point.

Two of my favorite things: airplanes and motorcycles.

Which runway were you at?

Weird.

On 12/19/2019 at 9:45 AM, skipperT said:

Interesting - they claim “no swirl marks “, are you finding that to be the case?

-Skip

Pretty much.  It works the same as Plexus, which I used for years.  Virtually no difference between the two, except for price.

I discovered this stuff a year or so ago on Amazon.  Appears to be the same as Plexus, but much less expensive.  I am a convert.

I had a F800GS a few years ago.  Did not like the parallel twin engine.  Very buzzy.  Don't know if BMW has addressed that with this version, but Yamaha's CP3 engine is way smoother if they haven't.

10 hours ago, nhchris said:

I bought the MO gas. 91 octane no-lead fuel without ethanol ($5.00/gal)

They tell me the AV gas is 100 octane and contains lead thus not appropriate for non-aviation uses.

Very good.  Interesting that the airport has that.  A couple of my local gas stations have ethanol & lead free gas in the same flavor.  Much preferred for the FJ.

On 11/11/2019 at 6:01 PM, nhchris said:

Filled up with "Mo" gas from local airport for the long dark season approaching. 

Non-ethanol is good for bikey!

AV Gas is great for that, but in aviation, "mo gas" usually refers to regular gas station gas that you would normally put in your car.  Some airplanes are approved to use mo gas as well.

All that said, I hope the airport sold you 100LL instead of mo gas.

Rode it to the hangar where it briefly shared space with its winged brethren.

Sounds like the perfect excuse to upgrade your exhaust!

You're right though, that piece cannot be replaced individually.

I have this one from eBay.  Works well.  Of course, as other have said, locktite the screws.

In addition to giving better support in softer ground, it also decreases the lean of the bike a bit, which is good when you have it loaded up for a trip.

42 minutes ago, I’m GPS said:

I had to add resisters, and maybe it’s just because they are European.

Why did you have to add the resistors?  To slow down the flash rate?

BTW, love the look of those signals.

Good responses all.

My FJ is pretty well farkled with the necessary improvements.  If I hadn't done so much to it, it's likely that I wouldn't have remained so satisfied with the bike.  Windshield, seat, suspension, exhaust and cruise control have all been added or changed.  Never wanted for more power or different fuel mapping, so no changes to the ECU.  Absolutely perfect for my needs.

I suppose that if I could change one more thing, it would be the chain drive, but it's not that big of a deal.  A worthwhile compromise.

I realize that many will not be accounted for in this query, as those who have left the fold won't respond, but I'm interested.  How long have you been in the FJ-09/Tracer fold?

I ask because I am going on 5 years, a record for me.  Prior to the FJ, there were several bikes in the paddock, rarely staying more than 2 years each.

Today, the FJ is the only one.  Still very happy with the bike.  How many others share this long-term attachment to this great motorcycle?

After 4 years, the throttle cable connection from my Rostra Cruise Control broke.  Had to tear the bike down to the throttle bodies to find it.  Since I was already that far into it, I fabbed up a new part to connect to throttle that wouldn't require the Rostra cable to make any sharp bends.  Wish I had come up with this solution 4 years ago.

I tightened a couple of bolts, lubed the chain, aired up the tires and put gas in it.  Then I rode it... for a long time.

First time I've been out on it in months.  Still generates a silly grin.