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    What did you do to your FJ-tracer-gt today?

    in FJ-09 Tracer 900 General Discussions

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    I think you mean Michelin PR2s, not Pirelli. 
    I ran a couple sets of PR3s on my old Daytona and liked them a lot. Very good stick even in cold, good water rejection, and good edge grip (better than the D222, that's for sure). I don't know about longevity since I flatted the first set and sold the bike still wearing the second set, but it was certainly "good enough".
     
    I've heard that the PR4s aren't as good in some respects as the PR3s, so I'm planning to replace the D222s with PR3s as soon as I burn them up. I had thought that would be next spring/summer, but it's kind of looking like I'll need a new rear within the next month or so.

    jimf, what did you hear about the PR4's?  Was looking at the PR4's as the front gives better stopping in the wet...

    What did you do to your FJ-tracer-gt today?

    in FJ-09 Tracer 900 General Discussions

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    Avoided assassination by jihadist deer >:D on two separate occasions during an evening ride near Clifton, VA!  Brakes worked great in ABS 8D - No problem with back brake locking, front pulled down nicely, could feel the pulses in my fingers.  
     
    First attempt at taking me out was in a straight, second was Bambi coming off the bank in a corner. Stopped so fast the SUV behind me almost got me.  I should know better than to ride the twisties at dusk in a forest, but was knobbing with light set up. Almost satisfied.  Want lights bright enough so I don't "out-ride" them.
     
    Does anyone know if there's a brighter light for the stock headlight?
     
    Aside from that, I have four mods left on the bike's punch list - ECU from Nels, rear, front suspension and steering damper if needed.

    What did you do to your FJ-tracer-gt today?

    in FJ-09 Tracer 900 General Discussions

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    Added Givi B47 Blade Top box/E 131 Backrest and Givi mount using spacers from stock luggage rack which was removed. Box holds a Bell EVO Revolver, gloves, etc with room to spare. Note added fridge in garage from last photo - for libations whilst toiling on the machine... Set up was "front wheel shudder tested" with 275 pounds of rider/gear to speed limiter on a well maintained divided four lane highway. No wobble. Think the Cal Sci windscreen made my wobble go away.HXmhxdQ.jpgFyZEnYs.jpgh5PPf99.jpg

    What did you do to your FJ-tracer-gt today?

    in FJ-09 Tracer 900 General Discussions

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    Order66, They are Chinese - I ordered the long ones in silver. Took about 8-10 days to arrive.
     
    The levers are machined aluminum; the working parts are plastic. You will need to check the nyloc nuts making sure they are tight so they aren't wobbly.
     
    You will also need to take the bushing out of the stock lever and place it in the new clutch lever. Do not place the bronze sleeve provided in the lever at all.
     
    I like to run my controls with fingertips and have space between the brake and throttle.  These levers are easier to reach than the stockers, with their Bullhorn shape.  The clutch lever will hit the control housing if pulled all the way to the grip, which for me was just a matter of adjustment.  

    Which oil are we using???

    in FJ-09 Tech Questions

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    On my 600 mile service I opted for dino oil, as the bike isn't broken in until 1000, according to Yamaha. I have noticed the bike runs a little cooler than the first 300 miles. At the next change (4000 m/US) I will switch over to Motul or Mobil 1 10-40 synthetic. I expect it may run a little cooler/shift better with the synthetic. 
     
    BTW, got 48.3 mpg on a run from DC to Richmond on HWY 1 today. I-95 was a bumper to bumper madhouse, so I bailed to US 1.  A little slower, with some construction, but way less nerve-wracking. 

    What boots do you ride in?

    in Gear Reviews

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    UPS delivered a new set of A Stars Scout WPs.  Since it's been raining for five solid days and nights might as well go test 'em.  Drawback to TCX X Rap WP shoes is that they are just over the ankle, so soggy pant legs drain into them. Won't hold their shortcomings against them, just plan for taller boots in downpours.  
     
    The AStars required me to raise my shift lever to the top (size 47 EU) and they touch pavement a little quicker than the smaller TCX shoes. Not too hot and will keep out the weather. Still in break in phase. 
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