migolito Posted December 19, 2014 Share Posted December 19, 2014 So, My local dealer has a red FJ09. Ranch Cucamonga Yamaha. Anyway, this was the first time I was able to actually sit on one and give it a thorough look over. Yes, its a nice fitting bike...Im 6' 210lbs. The seat, seat position, pegs, bars, etc are really nice. The bar position is zero lean forward. I put my wife on the back and she fit well and was comfortable (I am legally prohibited from disclosing her weight). The fit and finish is very nice. Just to absolutely confirm this, its a STREET bike, no dirt-it just aint gonna happen!. However, Im looking for a street only, sit up, 2up, bike. I'm liking this bike a lot. So, Ive narrowed it down to a Super T, A Vstrom 1000 and this one. BTW, The dealer did not want to deal even a little. I'll see how he feels when everyone has one next month when its really cold out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Premium Member hawkeye Posted December 19, 2014 Premium Member Share Posted December 19, 2014 Good to hear about the fit, I'm about the same height & weight. I haven't been able to find one to sit on here in FL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tracer Posted December 20, 2014 Share Posted December 20, 2014 Saw a Mat Black FJ09 today..Live in Canon City co. The bike is at the Yamaha Dealer in Florence Co. It's a beautiful bike.. His price is $9990.00... I want a red one...will wait... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfjniner Posted December 26, 2014 Share Posted December 26, 2014 If you weigh over 210 + 15 for clothes and can't disclose the weight of the passenger, I would recommend a Super Tenere. I feel the Super T is more suited, especially if you are 6 feet. Max. load on the FJ is 395. If you put side bags on and load them up, you are adding another 60-70 lbs, which may put you over the max. You can get 2012 brand new Super Ten for 12,000. Ken, Candy Ass L.D.R. Sleeps 8 hours (2)2005 FJR1300abs: 230,000 m 2015 FJ-09: 114,000 m (Replaced engine at 106K) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruizin Posted December 26, 2014 Share Posted December 26, 2014 If you weigh over 210 + 15 for clothes and can't disclose the weight of the passenger, I would recommend a Super Tenere. I feel the Super T is more suited, especially if you are 6 feet. Max. load on the FJ is 395. If you put side bags on and load them up, you are adding another 60-70 lbs, which may put you over the max. You can get 2012 brand new Super Ten for 12,000. Or, couldn't one just add heavier springs? Yamaha FZ-10 Forum Yamaha FZ-07 Forum Yamaha Ténéré 700 Forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gabefzr6 Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 The strength of the subframe, and other parts, are also limiting factors for the carrying capacity of the bike. 2008 Street Triple G 2015 FJ-09 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deersSlayer Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 The strength of the subframe, and other parts, are also limiting factors for the carrying capacity of the bike.I agree. I'm considering the FJ-09 as a one-up sport tourer, or an occasional two-up day ride with a light pillion and no luggage. FJ-09, 690 Enduro R. Back Roads. Period. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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