tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post1657369905426894932..comments2024-03-02T09:53:55.988-06:00Comments on Ordinary Biker Oz: Yamaha FJR ReviewOzhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01781519114239212489noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post-92120751304638977042016-12-31T11:58:51.779-06:002016-12-31T11:58:51.779-06:00Adjustable seat is nice. The FJR can fit a lot of...Adjustable seat is nice. The FJR can fit a lot of people. I am only 5'6'' and it worked great for me.Ozhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01781519114239212489noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post-57221152780485971562016-12-27T16:51:49.755-06:002016-12-27T16:51:49.755-06:00Dale. I am 6'1 and have a 2010. Set the seat a...Dale. I am 6'1 and have a 2010. Set the seat at it's highest and it is great.<br /><br />Jacob.<br />Ft McMurray, CanadaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post-49216437916056300762016-09-20T14:22:34.953-05:002016-09-20T14:22:34.953-05:00Thank you sir for the advice! Still considering wh...Thank you sir for the advice! Still considering which riser to go with, plus other accessories. Appreciate the direction. Stay safe friend :)Rikamanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04954397232863115033noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post-18021167775398725052016-09-18T17:45:00.489-05:002016-09-18T17:45:00.489-05:00I did have the Genmar risers, but the Helibars are...I did have the Genmar risers, but the Helibars are also a good option. The risers were very helpful. I installed the Throttlemiester, but did not use it much. I found the Michelin Pilot Road 2 (now there is PR 3 and 4 - all are good) handled great and had good wear. <br /><br />I don't know that I am the Yoda of FJR's, but I do love the bike and one day will be back on the FJR. It is a great machine.<br /><br />Hope this is helpful.Ozhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01781519114239212489noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post-74400302251736669072016-09-18T00:55:50.479-05:002016-09-18T00:55:50.479-05:00Thomas, so I did buy the 2012. I surely love the r...Thomas, so I did buy the 2012. I surely love the ride and handling except...While riding the 70+ miles home I received an unfortunate neck pain. Another ride the next day with same results. After reading reviews I see that many FJR owners use risers. Yourself...the 'Genmar'. Recommendations of installing this one, the 'Helibar', or other? Cruise...'Throttlemiester' or other? What tires did you like best? <br /><br />Thank you sir for any information that you provide. You're like the 'Yoda' of FJR's...with 60,000 miles. Plus similar age...I feel you've worked out bugs that I may not have to research further.<br /><br />Enjoy the VFR,<br /><br />RickRikamanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04954397232863115033noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post-48719044413327995462016-09-12T10:31:10.200-05:002016-09-12T10:31:10.200-05:00You will love it. The FJR handles great and perfo...You will love it. The FJR handles great and performs superb.Ozhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01781519114239212489noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post-38228347624160537132016-09-12T09:58:50.807-05:002016-09-12T09:58:50.807-05:00Great review! Just what I was looking for. Testing...Great review! Just what I was looking for. Testing a 2012 with 3500 miles this afternoon. Will likely purchase this bike. Thanks again! Rikamanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04954397232863115033noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post-32695758435220532382015-11-06T13:58:46.676-06:002015-11-06T13:58:46.676-06:00The seat hight is adjustable in two positions. Low...The seat hight is adjustable in two positions. Low is default.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15058125550166232054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post-44274202884615816472015-01-11T17:04:13.456-06:002015-01-11T17:04:13.456-06:00Dale, I think you would find it very comfortable....Dale, I think you would find it very comfortable. If you have any problems with your knees the bend may be too much. The saddle and the angle of the torso is very comfortable. Take a test ride and see for yourself. It is great ride.Ozhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01781519114239212489noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post-32425134636740985442015-01-11T09:32:17.609-06:002015-01-11T09:32:17.609-06:00I'm 6'2, do you think the fjr will be a c...I'm 6'2, do you think the fjr will be a comfortable bike for me?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03517819769018166508noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post-46345163837611121382014-03-09T01:29:27.884-06:002014-03-09T01:29:27.884-06:00Oops!! What a amazing site!! Beautiful design, gre...Oops!! What a amazing site!! Beautiful design, great engine power, excellent handling, stable power distribution in every RPM level, powerful acceleration, and the best top speed in class.<br />Its’ another Yamaha Masterpiece and the best in the class.Thanks a lot for sharing this site!! Thanks…Amrithttp://bikebrakestore.com/gb/about-us-cp-4.htmlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post-37475711255782812182013-11-29T15:29:43.590-06:002013-11-29T15:29:43.590-06:00I bought a '04 FJR in August of 2003 and in 19...I bought a '04 FJR in August of 2003 and in 19 months had 54,000 miles on it. I liked your review and agree with you about not reaching it's limits. I never felt like I needed more power. Never! It will fly. Just as important as going is stopping and Yamaha has put excellent ABS brakes as standard on this ride. Oil changes are a snap and vale adjustments are like 25K miles apart. No breakdowns, and no worries when going on trips. Yamaha dealers are everywhere IF you needed something looked at.<br /> I read a lot of reviews and it's always on new bikes. It is nice to see a review on one with miles. Good Job!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post-42847778085925828662013-09-12T00:42:53.434-05:002013-09-12T00:42:53.434-05:00This is cool!This is cool!Ceciliahttp://thesteammop.info/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post-71812465547852549742013-08-09T20:56:08.662-05:002013-08-09T20:56:08.662-05:00Nice piece and enjoy your parents as long as you a...Nice piece and enjoy your parents as long as you are able. Just had my '11 FJR for 3 weeks now, truly amazing bike.<br /><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13492695496158070188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post-64069611306713641462013-07-10T22:14:25.848-05:002013-07-10T22:14:25.848-05:00great blog I am thinking of getting an 05 fjr and ...great blog I am thinking of getting an 05 fjr and I'm a shorter guy 5'7" like you ... also interested in camping off the bike headed out west this summer ... anything you can add about your gravel/mountain pass riding would be greatly appreciatedAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08153087395007407134noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post-15379107484139271212013-06-20T09:18:10.604-05:002013-06-20T09:18:10.604-05:00Great blog! Thanks for sharing. Just got my 04 F...Great blog! Thanks for sharing. Just got my 04 FJR and looking forward to many miles on her. iMotoPilothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15590662503732626356noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post-77889641003213332072012-09-26T06:12:55.738-05:002012-09-26T06:12:55.738-05:00Is Yamaha, Is Good!Is Yamaha, Is Good!Stevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10160712689280276620noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post-82021831840002896742012-09-21T18:18:44.403-05:002012-09-21T18:18:44.403-05:00Being a good son is always a damn good reason to b...Being a good son is always a damn good reason to be behind in your postings!<br /><br />redlegsrideshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10927757855921321097noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post-88209312513717436682012-09-20T20:07:13.864-05:002012-09-20T20:07:13.864-05:00Wow, hard to believe it has been two years already...Wow, hard to believe it has been two years already. I am glad you are enjoying it.<br /><br />And what a blessing to have both your parents with you and still together after all these years. Such a wonderful sight to see in this day and age. The picture made me smile.Trobairitzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03453398807198746434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6175232067651507317.post-71294085050091941992012-09-20T12:36:32.945-05:002012-09-20T12:36:32.945-05:002 1/2 years ago I boiled it down to the Yamaha FJR...2 1/2 years ago I boiled it down to the Yamaha FJR and the Honda ST, and opted for the ST. I like the longer fuel range of the ST. The ST's fairing also shields the legs from the wind and keeps them warm. But it's hard to deny the FJR's better performance and lighter chassis. Glad you like it!Motorcycle Philosophyhttp://www.motorcyclephilosophy.orgnoreply@blogger.com