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I've got a Russell Day Long if you are interested. $350 + actual shipping from Ohio.

Congrats on the purchase! Hope you enjoy yours as much as I've enjoyed mine!!

+1, which fender?? A nicely farkled Fudge!! GLWS

^Couldn't say it better! If you are OK waiting hours for AAA to show up, then have the operator refuse to haul your bike (or want to flop it on it's side and strap it down!) when you could repair it yourself, that's OK. I'll at least attempt a repair before making the call. I grew up riding dirt bikes in the woods, and if something broke, you needed to be able to fix it, or hike! I'm not fond of hiking... I use the tools in my tool roll for doing my maintenance. Any tool that I need for basic work is there, from chain and cable adjustments to changing spark plugs. Guess that's just my Boy Scout attitude! Granted, I've used my tools more to help others on the road side than myself, but they have been grateful to get riding again! I once plugged and inflated a Harley rider's rear tire. He was amazed that I got him going again after just a few minutes.

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I bought a 27mm combo wrench at Harbor Freight and cut the open end off. Fits nicely in my tool roll, that fits into my custom under-tail storage box with the multimeter, Stop-n-Go compressor and patch kit.

Leaking fork seal or brake line??

Nice bike and nice write-up! I took an extended test ride on an '18 DCT 'Wing a while back. Much different than the previous gen 'Wing. Better handling, better brakes, slightly lighter. The updates took an already great touring motorcycle and added sporting flair and modern electronics. The 'Wing is on my short list for a replacement of my ST-1100, but it only has about 35K miles on it, so it will be a while before a replacement is needed. And the paint scheme on yours is the one I prefer!

Crush washers can be reused, but are considered a single-use item by engineers and professional mechanics. Just like O-rings. They are deliberately soft to squish in to any machining defects on the surfaces being sealed. Cheap insurance if you buy them in bulk.

$10-15 assortment, like below, available on Amazon. You can use them on bike, many cars, etc. If you change brake lines out, you'll have some for that too! Much cheaper than buying onesies-twosies at the auto parts store! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QYDWLWC/ref=sspa_dk_detail_1?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B07QYDWLWC&pd_rd_w=plBsa&pf_rd_p=b9951ce4-3bd8-4b04-9123-0fda35d6155e&pd_rd_wg=fC43a&pf_rd_r=WP7RWDAT7KSTFGESSPHD&pd_rd_r=fb3ec6b4-1fa8-44ae-8b30-290cb3dbf90a&s=industrial&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFKQTRZM1dBNTQwVUwmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTAxNTEyMTIyREw2WVpITlhBT1hWJmVuY3J5cHRlZEFkSWQ9QTAwNDkyNjEyWUdHVlVOV0FUOFgwJndpZGdldE5hbWU9c3BfZGV0YWlsJmFjdGlvbj1jbGlja1JlZGlyZWN0JmRvTm90TG9nQ2xpY2s9dHJ1ZQ==

I built this: Not for everyone, but works for me.

I seriously doubt that you will be able to find the individual parts of this kit. You will likely have to fabricate these. Just appears to be a threaded spacer. Good luck!

Interesting info.

Well, that sucks! But the important part is you are OK! If you haven't done so, see your doc and get a physical. Document anything that hurts, is bruised, or feels different so they will have that info if needed in the future. Check with your insurance about your riding gear. If your gear is covered, make sure to get it replaced. Even if the damage is minor. And some manufacturers will repair or replace items if you contact them. With the outrageous prices of replacement body parts and the potential that the forks/frame/subframe is damaged, you may find yourself bike shopping. As stated, lots of great new choices available, or find a low miles replacement, buy your totaled bike back and move your customized parts from the wreck to the replacement. Don't sign anything from the insurance company until you are 110% sure everything is OK. And keep us posted....

I have a little Monoprice Mini 3D printer that I have been playing with, very interesting some of the things that you can do with it. I'm looking to make a few custom parts for my bikes and such. I've noted that SpaceX is 3D printing rocket motor parts, and Habitat for Humanity recently 3D printed a house. It's not the answer for everything, but it does allow rapid prototyping and constructing items that were virtually impossible to do before.

It didn't appear to cut in to the plastic, so removing your wrap/vinyl should not pose a problem.

I found some vinyl wrap that is pretty close to the '15 red that I applied to my panniers. Not a perfect match, but close enough for me. Many vinyl suppliers will send you a sample set if you request it. Also, the matte black plastics are "Low Surface Energy" materials and need a prep agent to improve adhesion, like 3M 06396.

My coldest ride was several years ago. I left home on my ST1100 in 13.5deg F, rode about 250 miles, saw a high temp of about 30F. 'Letrics (jacket liner and gloves) made it bearable, barely! It was for an "Endurance" Ride that has been done by a Harley Davidson dealer. I couldn't believe the lack of gear some of the participants rode in! Guess I'm not tough enough to ride a Harley. Most of the bikes had little or no wind coverage and a 50-60mph wind chill at under 30F is brutal. I'm not sure how some of those riders were able to ride like that. I tried to ride in their "parade", but after nearly running up the back of the bike in front of me that slowed 15mph at the slightest kink in the road I decided to split off from the group and ride my own ride. If the road conditions are good (no moisture/ice) its not too bad on the ST, with 'letrics, down under the 30s. The Tracer punches a smaller hole in the air, but better than a naked bike.

You can buy a rekey kit from Yamaha and match to your ignition key. Not difficult to do, just takes some time and patience. Process is similar to this:

Don't be paranoid, be prepared!

Bedliner spray paint for the win!

First responders ARE NOT going to mess with your phone! They may not even find it, or it may be broken, so don't count on it in an emergency! Browse the interweb and find some "Emergency Medical Info" form (I like THIS ONE), print several up, fill out and keep on your person, stash one in your tank bag, jacket pocket, etc. Laser printing is preferred over inkjet, as it won't run if it gets wet. Laminate or put in a baggie to keep it dry. Should list emergency contacts, blood type, allergies, etc. A small pill holder, like below, can hold a copy. Easily attached to a zipper pull on you jacket. Use a sharpie and write EMERGENCY INFO on it. Wrist band or dog tags are other options. Keep a small First Aid kit on your bike. Band-aids, antiseptic ointment, and a large sterile gauze pad at the least. If riding in a group, swap info with other riders. Nothing like being at an accident scene with a fellow rider down and you don't know their last name, spouse's name, etc. Spot tracker is great! Using the tracking mode updates about every 10 min so others (wife!) can locate you if needed, and the SOS emergency function does work! Had a rider crash while I was leading a group ride, no cell service, pressed the SOS button and EMTs came! Great "Peace of mind", and you can use the tracks after your ride to see your route. Check out some videos on First Aid tips for motorcyclists, like this:

A punctured tire is the most likely roadside repair motorcyclists have to deal with. If you have been lucky enough to NEVER have been left with a flat, it's likely just a matter of time before you find yourself, or a buddy, in that situation! That said, I've used the "gummie worms" many times to repair motorcycle and car tires, mostly without issue and usually left in place until the tire is worn out. I've never concerned myself with the "name brand" of the gummies. Just make sure to apply liberal amounts of rubber cement to the gummie when inserting. Make sure to check the little tube of glue periodically, especially if you used part of it. They WILL dry out if opened!! I too use small DC powered air compressors (one on each bike) and prefer the Stop-n-Go unit for its compactness. On some trips, I'll throw a can of "Fix-a-flat" in the top box too, as long as space is available. Helps with inflating and adds a 2nd layer of repair, though a PITA to clean up when demounting the tire later. Small price to pay... If you're concerned about running the gummies for the life of the tire, have a patch installed internally when you are able. My last puncture on my FJ-09 required 2 gummies and Fix-a-flat to limp back to our ride HQ (happened while I was leading a group ride!) where we pulled the rear wheel, demounted the tire, cleaned and internally patched the tire, then remounted and installed the wheel. That tire is still on the bike, with a few thousand miles on the repair. I've added the Stop-n-Go "mushroom" plugs to my arsenal on one bike, but have yet to use one, so I can't say anything good or bad about them. They look like they would be fine for smaller round punctures, but probably not work well with any gash or elongated cut. I still carry gummies. Just another "tool" for a job. And I HIGHLY recommend a TPMS system if your bike does not have one. Saved my bacon with that last puncture...

This looks like it would be a great location for a RTC (Ride to Camp). Wish I had know about this a few weeks ago as the host of a rally we've attended several times, including just a few weeks ago, was looking for a new location. He opted for Hot Springs Campground, in (duh) Hot Springs. He has hosted The Blue Ridge Gathering in the area for 20 years! More here: https://unclephil.us/ We have been attending various MC events since I returned to riding in 2007. Since I was riding an ST-1100 and a member on several ST forums, most of the events have been related to those groups. Each event has it's own "flavor", and there is no right or wrong way to do one. Some are simple, like a RTC where each person is responsible for their accommodations, including meals. Others are more "refined", like a hotel with group rates and planned dining. It is up to the hosts to decide what they want to put in to it. As a result we started hosting an event ourselves. My wife and I have hosted OH-STOC (Ohio ST Owners Club) for 14 years! I can tell you that it is a lot of work, but very fulfilling. The "If you build it, they will come" saying stands true! We've had up to 60 attendees at our events. Even with Covid, we had about 50 this year. Not sure if non-members can view these threads, but here's a link: https://www.st-owners.com/forums/forums/oh-stoc.248/ Check out MSTA too, they have numerous events across the nation. https://ridemsta.com/ Anyway, someone should pick up the ball and throw together some sort of event. Some of the best riding anywhere in that region!

I have the Yamaha 39L top box and mount on my '15 FJ09, along with the Yamaha panniers. No issues there. But not knowing how the Givi side case mounts are installed, I can't confirm that you won't have an issue. What year FJ/Tracer are you looking to install the Givi cases on? You should be able to get the install instructions online and determine if there is possible interference. I think I have the install docs from my rear rack that I could scan in if it would help.