A trip through the woods on the 2018 Yamaha FJR1300

A day trip to Lake Bullshoals Dam at Bullshoals Arkansas on the 2018 Yamaha FJR1300. A ride through some Arkansas State parks and a look at the Corbin Seat on the FJR1300.

[@sanoj1969]

Thank you. Very nice videos and a fantastic FJR 1300. Saying hello from Sweden. 👍👍

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

Thanks sir.... Hello to you.... :)

[@burgeoninblossomin]

my man you are the mr rogers of motorcycle videos, that's a compliment, so relaxing! I was looking at an fjr for me and my lady but just can't let go of my ninja 1000 abs yet!

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

Good to hear from you sir, 2020 may be the last year for the FJR so I would not wait too long if you are after a new one. Yamaha is not producing a Euro 5 compliant version so this is it for the European folks. They have not said for sure that they will kill it after this year but that seems to be the consensus among those in the know at this point. Perhaps they will come out with a replacement that is even better. Suzuki is doing a massive update on the Hyabusa this year with a bigger engine and more sport touring and comfort so maybe Yamaha will step up with something new..... thanks sir and ride safe.....:)

[@thewoodster8607]

I really like your presentation style. You also bike in a similar way to me in that you bike to get to places to see instead of just blasting around on the roads. The guys I go biking with always leave the routes to me and know we are going to be seeing something at some stage!!! We've done a number of aviation museums and we are going to be looking at cathedrals next. Keep it shiny side up!! I came across your videos because I was seriously thinking of swapping my GS for an FJR. I took one on a long test ride and loved it. Unfortunately, the money didn't work out for me.

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

Good to hear from you sir....ride safe.... :)

[@Kev5565]

A beautiful place and those little cabins must be ideal if you're traveling by bike, some times it's better to see a place before the leaves come as you get a much better view. I love the bike, my brother loaned me his and now i'm trying to justify buying one lol. Thanks for another well made video and keep up the good work.

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

thanks.... :)

[@marcv8258]

Looks pretty nice there this time of year. Here it's in the mid 50s and way too much rain

[@juneightdincer2363]

Your video and audio quality is really good, please do a set-up video, beautiful little trip btw.

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

well thank you sir, I will do a gear video one of these days when I get caught up from all the summer travel..... Thanks....Jon Smith... :)

[@jimwolf9924]

Just to let you know, John, my wife and I will be coming up to Harrison the last week of May to the 1st of September. We will have to touch bases.

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

absolutely , there is some awesome riding to be had there....give me a shout when you get settled.... :)

[@us4marine]

Hi Ozarks, you mentioned in your video you had a Versys prior to the FJR, Was ir a 1000?? would you mind comment on the non obvious differences?? Im debating in between the two, even I won't be doing a lot of touring, the FJR seems more capable (I think) than the Versys, but some things are turning me off, like the Versys 1000 was or is being built in India, like some people change sprockets to reduce RPM's etc. etc. Thanks in advance on your opinion of the two.
And than k you for sharing your video.

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

well the big difference between the Versys and the FJR is weight. The Versys 1000 comes in around 540Lb. were as the FJR is 100Lb. heavier. If you aren't going to be taking long trips I would go for the Versys., it is much easier to handle. Both are very nice bikes but I do believe the Versys is easier to live with for day to day riding. Thats just my opinion though...you know... everybody has one.... :)

[@theinfamousbob]

Ozarks Backroads What brand and model phone holder did you install on your FJR?

[@totalglitch]

Can you tell me of the forks are upside down if that means it's ES? Thank you.

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

Hello there sir, good to hear from you. The bike does have upside down cartridge style forks. The forks and rear shock are electronically adjustable and the rear shock is also electronically adjustable for ride height. Thanks for watching... keep safe out there... :)

[@richardshort4587]

How you liking that satin paint finish? I was hoping for a shiny paint this year

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

I think it will be ok Richard, it cleans up nice, I was afraid it would be hard to clean but it cleans ok. Thanks Sir.... :)

[@motorcyclemichael2182]

Nice dam
You drove out there to see a damn dam?! Lol

[@ozarksbackroads5484]

yes I did...I might even do it again sometime..... Thanks Sir...... :)

[@Isingdabodyelectric]

What pipes

[@jorgemtds]

The video quality is really bad, even at 1080p. I think you must have compressed it too much before uploading to UA-cam.