paysaw Posted August 4, 2016 Share #1 Posted August 4, 2016 I found a great 2004 Yamaha FJR1300. I have always wanted one.Great little bike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djh3 Posted August 4, 2016 Share #2 Posted August 4, 2016 I'm on a couple other touring sites and guys seem to like them quite a bit. I know guys on the iron butt thing like those and the BMW and Kawasaki similar models for racking up the miles. Hope you enjoy it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daveand Barbie Posted August 4, 2016 Share #3 Posted August 4, 2016 I bought one 2 years ago and have enjoyed 20K miles on it since. It has been a fabulous performer in all ways since I have owned it. My FJR was my ride for a month long 8000 mile tour through the Rockies last June, and I loved every minute of it. i hope you have many enjoyable miles on yours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gggGary Posted August 4, 2016 Share #4 Posted August 4, 2016 If it's at all like the 14 connie or St's I can't get comfortable on em, dang it. Not to mention my severe "right wrist twist" problems........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T.J. Posted August 4, 2016 Share #5 Posted August 4, 2016 Cool, man cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XV1100SE Posted August 4, 2016 Share #6 Posted August 4, 2016 Very nice bike ! Enjoy it (safely) ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pic Posted August 4, 2016 Share #7 Posted August 4, 2016 My brother has a 2002, it's red. He loves his. He told me he has to be careful shifting into second. It has a tendency to raise the front wheel off the ground for some reason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yammer Dan Posted August 5, 2016 Share #8 Posted August 5, 2016 My brother has a 2002, it's red. He loves his. He told me he has to be careful shifting into second. It has a tendency to raise the front wheel off the ground for some reason And it would KEEP me in trouble!!! Good luck with it!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usnavyvet72 Posted August 9, 2016 Share #9 Posted August 9, 2016 How much did u get it for?? I like those as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paysaw Posted August 9, 2016 Author Share #10 Posted August 9, 2016 What you learn about these bikes is they are reckless as the rider.They are just as controllable as a Venture.The only difference is they can get to places faster if and only if you ask it too.My speed demon days are gone.It is a very responsive bike.If you ride it responsibly it is an amazing motorcycle.The difference with a bike like this is that it is effortless to ride with no sense of fear. If you want a bike that can cruise all day long with lower revs, big power , quiet, big torque and effortlessly peg scrape you might look into one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SundayRider Posted August 13, 2016 Share #11 Posted August 13, 2016 I couldn't leave the throttle alone. Something bad was bound to happen so I sold it. Just way to easy to twist that wrist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Great adVENTURE Posted August 28, 2016 Share #12 Posted August 28, 2016 OMG I'm stuck in a situation where I can get a 2010 with 24k for a great price. Problem is I can't have both the Midnight Venture and the FJR. Two things can happen, 1 I can sell the Midnight Venture or 2 someone can let me keep it at there house so the wife doesn't know I still have it LOL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueSky Posted August 28, 2016 Share #13 Posted August 28, 2016 OMG I'm stuck in a situation where I can get a 2010 with 24k for a great price. Problem is I can't have both the Midnight Venture and the FJR. Two things can happen, 1 I can sell the Midnight Venture or 2 someone can let me keep it at there house so the wife doesn't know I still have it LOL. I'm sure most of us will keep it for you. Just leave the keys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeff1 Posted August 29, 2016 Share #14 Posted August 29, 2016 Has anyone out there done much touring with a passenger on the FJR? Just curious what your passenger thinks of it. I'm looking to replace my first gen, my lady friend likes riding it, I don't want to get something that would be less comfortable for her than my present ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snyper316 Posted August 29, 2016 Share #15 Posted August 29, 2016 Umm I am not sure but women seem to like the plush seat of the Venture and the ride is so darned smooth that it makes me miss my Lincoln Town Car Sent from my Z812 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skydoc_17 Posted August 29, 2016 Share #16 Posted August 29, 2016 Hey Paysaw, Congrats on your "new to you" FJR! These are GREAT motorcycles! Fast,nimble, with storage! Who could ask for more. Just an FYI, our local Yamaha Dealer has NEW, leftover 2015 FJR's for $8900.00 with zero miles on them. If you are looking to purchase one, keep this price point in mind. Congrats again Paysaw, I'm sure you will be happy with your new scoot. Earl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camos Posted August 31, 2016 Share #17 Posted August 31, 2016 It wouldn't take much to turn the 2016 FJR from a Sport Touring bike into a Touring Sport bike with two comfortable seats and real storage capacity, like a new version of the Gen 1. Remodel the oh so comfortable Venture Royale seat to fit behind the FJR tank, drop the exhaust pipes to parallel just before the mufflers then add on a version of the MkII saddlebags and trunk. There you have it, a full touring package with all the modern amenities for touring in comfort and style. Too easy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueSky Posted August 31, 2016 Share #18 Posted August 31, 2016 Hey Paysaw, Congrats on your "new to you" FJR! These are GREAT motorcycles! Fast,nimble, with storage! Who could ask for more. Just an FYI, our local Yamaha Dealer has NEW, leftover 2015 FJR's for $8900.00 with zero miles on them. If you are looking to purchase one, keep this price point in mind. Congrats again Paysaw, I'm sure you will be happy with your new scoot. Earl I just went to their web site and they list those new 2015's for $9795 now. Still a great deal! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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