One Year and 35,000 Km's With The Yamaha FJR1300. Would We Do It Again?
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- One Year and 35,000 Km's With The Yamahe FJR1300. Would We Do It Again?
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I own a 2004 Yamaha FJR...Bought it with 14,000 on the ODO, and now ten years later and 42,000 on the clock with many multi-state tours in the U.S.. This bike is hands down the VERY best bike I have ever owned. 142 hp, tons of torque, comfortable and lots of storage for long trips and a 6.6 Gal fuel tank for max miles between fuel stops.
My former last bike was an FJR and I loved it to. One of the best bikes I ever had.
Great vid! Bought my 2009 AE in 2015, my first, “heavy bike!” Logged 76,000 miles in 2.5 years. Absolutely amazing machine. Wish Yamaha would sell the AE model in US for last year of FJR. I’d buy one in a heartbeat! Ride safe…
@BCUZICAN CUELLAR Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment constructively. We really do appreciate your effort. Have a great day and ride safe.
Nice video. I absolutely adore mine. We have recently come back from a 5000 mile tour to Norway from the UK. Having tried numerous machines, including BMW's. This is the best bike I've ever had.
Hey, 5K miles in Norway sounds like a great trip, post the link here if you upload a video of your journey. Interestingly, the wife and I have recently spent a few days looking at and test sitting on different bikes as possible future replacement. The verdict is that there is not a lot of choice around that offers the comfort, and multi talents of the FJR for similar financial outlay. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment.
@@swampmarshy The increasing trend of adventure bikes means the FJR is very much in a class of its own these days unfortunately. I did have a K1600GT for a year but it was far too unreliable. I did post a teaser video the other day on my channel riding the mighty Trollstigen. Hopefully I'll have the full tour out soon. Link here: ua-cam.com/video/Ikp5gTVXpiE/v-deo.html
Take care :)
Ok, I've just saved the link for watch later (bed time watching), had a really quick look, and I'm hooked already with the opening shot of that mountain road.,What a magnificent view, a road to weep with joy just looking at it.
@@swampmarshy Thanks so much 😊😊
Great. Enjoyed listening to you. I am interesting in buying a 2019 FJR for the next season. Keep up man and drop by if have time.
Glad that you enjoyed. Hope that you get all the information you want. Over the period of too many years I’ve owned many bikes. Totally loving this one 👍
No it's not a sport bike but man can she move, comfortable , smooth, quite and head turning.
Yeah, totally agree with you mate. She is a bit of a big old girl, but quite capable of a surprising turn of speed, and a little more agile than she probably should be. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment, we do appreciate it.
Just picked up a 2015 with only 3900 miles on it. Also own a 2005 Goldwing with 15K on it. I will end up probably only keeping one but of course don't know which one yet. Liked your vid!🦾
The Goldwing is a bike that has always interested me, but I've yet to get the opportunity to take one for a ride. As a young teenager I remember watching a man wheelstand a Goldwing near the school bus stop of an afternoon, talk about leaving a lasting impression. Admittedly this was back in the mid '70's, so she was an original without the fairing. Still, no ,mean feat. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment.
@@swampmarshy I never wheelied my Goldwings but did just about everything else when I was younger. That would definitely leave an impression. The wing is on my channel, with about 9 other bikes, LOL. I can't imagine life without a wing but FJR----maybe, if it ever gets warm enough to ride it.😁
I have the 06 FJR Yamaha it's done 166kms im having electrical issues when it's turned on and I hit the screen button it rises then it starts if I don't touch the screen button and just turn it on and start it iv got no headlights the blinkers are on but still flash when used have you any idea what is going on someone else' who's got the same bike an 06 and similar KMs think's it's the S4 and S6 wiring spider bite under the tank and fairings the shop is going to have a look on September 2 my ignition switch was renewed only 2 Mths ago and now this issue
@@SusanWillan really wish that I could help you out with some advice, hopefully there is someone here that has had similar issues and can guide you towards a fix. Another option might be asking for help on the FJR owners forum webpage.
Your video is helping convince me I need to buy a new FJR. I'm curious if you know if and when Yamaha is going to produce a 2023 model? I see pictures and video online of a 2023 Yamaha FJR1300. Sexy black paint job with gold wheels, 20th anniversary bike. If I could get my hands on one, I'd probably pull the trigger. I have found a few 2022 in the cobalt blue with black wheels. Still a great looking bike, but I would much prefer the black and gold. I'm Near Phoenix, AZ USA.
Also, I'm 6'3" with a 36" inseam. I just sold my 2005 goldwing because it was too short on the leg room for me. Do you think the leg room is adequate, and how about the width? I appreciate any help! Great video by the way mate, thank you for taking the time to help others.
G'day mate. Thanks for watching, and the constructive comment. I've been led to believe that Yamaha has discontinued sales in the USA. I've also been led to believe that there are several other countries where the model has also been discontinued. Here in Australia we can still purchase a brand new one at the local Yamaha dealer, and yes it is the sexy black and gold 20th anniversary. As I'm currently only 5'10" and a bit, I'm not sure how "adequate" the leg room would be for a person of your height. I have noticed that a lot of our Police force are also on the rather tall side, and they don't seem to have any issues with the bike. I'm guessing that they just put the seat in it's higher setting. I've got mine in the lower setting, and it's just fine. The width is not an issue for me, so guessing that you wouldn't have any problems either. Hope that this helps with your final choice.
I have used Pirelli Angel GT. Recently put on Michelin Road 5 GT. I really like theses
Yeah mate, fully understand. We’ve got the Michelin Road 6 GT, lovely tyres. Just can’t say enough good things about them.
The Angles turn in more quickly - and a a little more sticky in the wet
Angles feel a little noisier on stony black
The top right ram mount rubber, I miss that one as well 😂
Yeah, I have swapped it out to the Quad Lock system since this video was uploaded.
Considering one as my next bike after a 20 year break here in the UK,
I had a Yamaha xv535 so this would be a big step up in size and power but I'm wanting a cruiser that can go fast if need be.
I will need to try one out I guess but I'm thinking it will be too much maybe I should get a smaller bike and swap up to this later on?
I am seeing lots of older ones for between £2 to £5k.
Sir, may I respectfully advise that you restart your motorcycle lifestyle with something a little smaller in both weight and power. She is a beautiful bike to ride, however she does need to be handled by a person with quite some experience. I wish you well in your journey to get back onto two wheels.
@@swampmarshy thanks, yes I do agree 100% and will go smaller for a couple of years or so, build up my skills and confidence again ( plus no claims discount for insurance. )
After a 30 yr break from riding a motorcycle I bought a 2016es I had a friend ride it home and looked it for two weeks on my back yard. Finally one day got up the nerve to try it, after about ten false starts I got it going almost hit the house but made it to the end of the driveway. I then rode around the block several times until I felt confident and never looked back. It’s a little top heavy so take your respect it and you’ll be fine
@@MrAbshark1 good for you , I'm still on the fence lol, if something comes up I'll go for it ..
Hi which is the temperature of engine in a hot day 30.35 degrees on highway or in traffic of city
I would seriously love to be able to accurately reply to your question. I've never really taken a lot of notice, accept to say that from memory it was about 85 ish. However, as we are currently in the middle of winter here in Australia, with daily temp high of 19 21 degrees, it will be a few months until I can accurately check and verify that. So sorry that I can't be of more help, maybe someone else will be able to comment with accuracy.. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment.
What do you think about the stock seat. My 2010 model stock seat was crap
G'day. We have found the stock seat to be more than acceptable. We've not had any issues on some reasonably long (8+ hours) riding days. Got a bit tender on hour 5 of day three, but show me a bike with a stock seat that doesn't. I'm looking at potentially getting an Airflow seat cover but, to be honest, I'm not sure if the expense is worth it for what would be a marginal improvement. Unlike fitting the same cover to our 2006 Vstrom, where it was a massive improvement and money well spent. I hope that this helps answer your questions mate.
I often ride Kholo road I love Mt Crosby
Yeah, it's a very pleasant area.
Which state are you in, ????
G'day, we are in Queensland mate.