Hi all... After buying my first FJ (although wanting one in what seems like FOREVER), I have a trip planned out west from the Great Lakes Region. Curious if anyone has found a way to mount some highway pegs to the frame? I did a search and didn't quite find the answer i was looking for on here and the internet didn't really find me anything either. I know its kinda counter to the riding position and one can always move their feet to the passenger pegs, but I was thinking it would be nice once and awhile to stretch them forward.
Thanks... i would appreciate it! Also if you have any pics or 'where to buy'.... this trip is coming fast (15th) and i would love to try something.
Mark
Hello Mark, welcome.
Yes, a few FJ'ers have highway pegs. The only way I've seen it done was mounting them to some Renntec bars.
Renntec bars are aftermarket engine bars which also, along with a mounting place for your highway pegs, offer superior crash protection for the engine side cases.
Go to the Vendors Section, find the RPM website and you can order these bars for your FJ.
Sorry, I'm on my IPad so I can't give you a direct link...
When you get a chance Mark, hop on up to the Introductions Section and tell us a bit about yourself.
Hope this helps. Pat
Yes I'm in the process of putting some on mine. I'm going to put them on the upper engine mount. I'm going to use some spare engine mount plates. Turned upside down and backwards. They have the perfect angle built into them and have the bolt holes already drilled in the right place. And use some spare passenger pegs I have.
My brother just bought an fj with them mounted to the lower engine mounts.
Or you could buy the crash bars from Randy and mount pegs to them.
Dan, that's one hell of an idea! Very cool.
Can you take some pictures and do a write up for us?
This FJ forum continues to amaze me. :good:
Here is the crash bars that Pat is referring to.
http://www.rpmracingca.com/proddetail.asp?prod=84-90FJEB (http://www.rpmracingca.com/proddetail.asp?prod=84-90FJEB)
George
Quote from: movenon on September 05, 2013, 04:36:44 PM
Here is the crash bars that Pat is referring to. But if adhere to rule #1 you don't need them. :lol: :lol:
http://www.rpmracingca.com/proddetail.asp?prod=84-90FJEB (http://www.rpmracingca.com/proddetail.asp?prod=84-90FJEB)
George
Murphy laughs at Rule #1
If you ride, it's just a matter of time....
Mark, you did not specify what model of FJ you have so be advised that there are 2 different models of Renntec bars so choose accordingly.
I really like Dan's idea. I can see it working on the '84-'90 FJ's.
I am unclear if it will work on the rubber mount FJ's
Thanks everyone for the prompt replies. I have a 90' FJ that actually was imported to Canada but built for Japan! The only real difference is you can completely turn the running lights of just above the starter button.
I will look at both options closely but i will admit i do like the ease of just getting some extra mounting brackets... longer bolts etc.
Thanks.... and the more pics the better!
Yes I will. I just cannot get the hang of posting pictures. Every time I think I have it, it doesn't work . Could be because I'm using my phone.
A little off track but "finallygotone" states that it was built for Japan. Curious is the speedo primarily marked in KPH ? Also were there smaller intake manifolds for the Japanese models ? Inquiring minds.
George
We also have the seperate switch for the headlight , and my ambulance was factory fitted with the mph/kmh speedo,
Quote from: fj11.5 on September 05, 2013, 10:23:55 PM
We also have the seperate switch for the headlight , and my ambulance was factory fitted with the mph/kmh speedo,
I thought that I seen an FJ speedo with just kmh markings on it. I think it was on a Japanese e bay site? A seperate switch for the headlight would be nice. Looking for another switch :).
Been thinking about buying a Honda GL 1800 clutch master cylinder because they have a nice optional switch block that mounts on top of it. Use the switch's for driving lights, heated grips, etc..
George
My other two fj,s had/have the standard kmh speedo,s ,, optinal switches would be nice, I tapped into the pass light switch on effie , so that's now the air horn switch ,,,,,,
Just had a look at the honda switches , great set up, also available for the brake side too
Quote from: movenon on September 05, 2013, 10:07:20 PM
A little off track but "finallygotone" states that it was built for Japan. Curious is the speedo primarily marked in KPH ? Also were there smaller intake manifolds for the Japanese models ? Inquiring minds.
George
Yes George, Japanese domestic models had KPH speedo which went to 180kph only, and the intake manifold diameter is only 28mm.
Harvy
Quote from: Harvy on September 06, 2013, 01:31:51 AM
Quote from: movenon on September 05, 2013, 10:07:20 PM
A little off track but "finallygotone" states that it was built for Japan. Curious is the speedo primarily marked in KPH ? Also were there smaller intake manifolds for the Japanese models ? Inquiring minds.
George
Yes George, Japanese domestic models had KPH speedo which went to 180kph only, and the intake manifold diameter is only 28mm.
Harvy
That will something for "finallygotone" to investigate or at least be aware of if it was built for the Japanese market. Thanks Harvy. :drinks:
George
Quote from: fj11.5 on September 06, 2013, 01:18:35 AM
My other two fj,s had/have the standard kmh speedo,s ,, optinal switches would be nice, I tapped into the pass light switch on effie , so that's now the air horn switch ,,,,,,
Just had a look at the honda switches , great set up, also available for the brake side too
"avationfred" let me know about those GL 1800 masters. They also have there banjo fitting on the back side same as the FJ (no new lines required).
Its an option to think about.
George
Quote from: movenon on September 05, 2013, 10:07:20 PM
A little off track but "finallygotone" states that it was built for Japan. Curious is the speedo primarily marked in KPH ? Also were there smaller intake manifolds for the Japanese models ? Inquiring minds.
George
Im not sure how much time it actually spent riding the roads there.... I was just told it was built for Japan first... and the guy who first bought it in Canada... had it imported...no other real quirks... except the speedo is Kms ONLY and VIN is not like a Canadian bike
Quote from: movenon on September 06, 2013, 07:09:26 AM
Quote from: Harvy on September 06, 2013, 01:31:51 AM
Quote from: movenon on September 05, 2013, 10:07:20 PM
A little off track but "finallygotone" states that it was built for Japan. Curious is the speedo primarily marked in KPH ? Also were there smaller intake manifolds for the Japanese models ? Inquiring minds.
George
Yes George, Japanese domestic models had KPH speedo which went to 180kph only, and the intake manifold diameter is only 28mm.
Harvy
That will something for "finallygotone" to investigate or at least be aware of if it was built for the Japanese market. Thanks Harvy. :drinks:
George
Ya... I didn't know that.. nor have I investigated anything like that yet. I wonder how that would change things? performance? ..... Heck im trying to get pegs installed first..lol
Quote from: movenon on September 05, 2013, 10:46:48 PM
Quote from: fj11.5 on September 05, 2013, 10:23:55 PM
We also have the seperate switch for the headlight , and my ambulance was factory fitted with the mph/kmh speedo,
I thought that I seen an FJ speedo with just kmh markings on it. I think it was on a Japanese e bay site? A seperate switch for the headlight would be nice. Looking for another switch :).
Been thinking about buying a Honda GL 1800 clutch master cylinder because they have a nice optional switch block that mounts on top of it. Use the switch's for driving lights, heated grips, etc..
George
I removed the little block off plate and mounted a little rocker switch above my Start switch:
(http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb37/campsimonette/FJ1100/000_4341.jpg) (http://s208.photobucket.com/user/campsimonette/media/FJ1100/000_4341.jpg.html)
It's not big enough to switch high power stuff alone, but I use a relay to switch my running lights.
I removed the little block off plate and mounted a little rocker switch above my Start switch:
(http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb37/campsimonette/FJ1100/000_4341.jpg) (http://s208.photobucket.com/user/campsimonette/media/FJ1100/000_4341.jpg.html)
It's not big enough to switch high power stuff alone, but I use a relay to switch my running lights.
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That is where on my bike there is a 3 position switch like the signal switch.... ON,P/O, OFF
Quote from: finallygotone on September 06, 2013, 01:43:04 PM
Quote from: movenon on September 06, 2013, 07:09:26 AM
Quote from: Harvy on September 06, 2013, 01:31:51 AM
Quote from: movenon on September 05, 2013, 10:07:20 PM
A little off track but "finallygotone" states that it was built for Japan. Curious is the speedo primarily marked in KPH ? Also were there smaller intake manifolds for the Japanese models ? Inquiring minds.
George
Yes George, Japanese domestic models had KPH speedo which went to 180kph only, and the intake manifold diameter is only 28mm.
Harvy
That will something for "finallygotone" to investigate or at least be aware of if it was built for the Japanese market. Thanks Harvy. :drinks:
George
Ya... I didn't know that.. nor have I investigated anything like that yet. I wonder how that would change things? performance? ..... Heck im trying to get pegs installed first..lol
Don't worry about the small stuff. Your manifolds might be the larger ones anyhow. Lots of years, owners and mods.... I would just focus on basic safety issues and getting the bike set up the way you want it. They make winter for digging into thing :rofl2:.
George
I seen your switch mod , and thought wow what a cool place for a switch :wacko2:,,, but some nice bloke from japan had kindly fitted one already for the headlight switch :blush:
Back to the highway pegs. I've taken some quick pictures to show what I'm going to do. Only have the one plate. Because I gave one and a peg to a friend to draw up a set of plans to have some made out of aluminum later.
So the pictures don't show the original plate that will be under the plate for peg mount.
one picture shows what I'm going to trim off the plate blacked out. Hard to see because of rust. But should get the general idea.
the pictures are in miscellaneous fj pictures if someone could add them here it would be great
Quote from: giantkiller on September 07, 2013, 12:45:38 PM
Back to the highway pegs. I've taken some quick pictures to show what I'm going to do. Only have the one plate. Because I gave one and a peg to a friend to draw up a set of plans to have some made out of aluminum later.
So the pictures don't show the original plate that will be under the plate for peg mount.
one picture shows what I'm going to trim off the plate blacked out. Hard to see because of rust. But should get the general idea.
the pictures are in miscellaneous fj pictures if someone could add them here it would be great
(http://fjowners.com/gallery/5/2349_07_09_13_11_31_47.jpeg)
(http://fjowners.com/gallery/5/2349_07_09_13_11_30_38.jpeg)
(http://fjowners.com/gallery/5/2349_07_09_13_11_29_30.jpeg)
(http://fjowners.com/gallery/5/2349_07_09_13_11_27_25.jpeg)
(http://fjowners.com/gallery/5/2349_07_09_13_11_25_29.jpeg)
Dan, if you want to see how to post pics, click on the
"reply with quote" option, in the quote you will see the code to link the pics.
Petty good thinking there :good2:. That could also be a mounting bracket for running lights ? One thing you have to be aware of is that IF you break rule #1 you will force some energy into the side of the frame.
George
Thanks Monkey. I know the basics but everytime I try it just gives me jiberish that is the link on the post.
I really think it's my phone.
Anyway you can just use the engine plate without modification. If you want. Put a couple of washers between the peg and the bracket. The shoulder on the bolt is a little too long for the plate thickness.
Quote from: movenon on September 07, 2013, 01:09:50 PM
Petty good thinking there :good2:. That could also be a mounting bracket for running lights ? One thing you have to be aware of is that IF you break rule #1 you will force some energy into the side of the frame.
George
That's part of the reason I want to make some out of aluminum. And it would look better, and be lighter.
Quote from: movenon on September 07, 2013, 01:09:50 PM
Petty good thinking there :good2:. That could also be a mounting bracket for running lights ? One thing you have to be aware of is that IF you break rule #1 you will force some energy into the side of the frame.
George
Since you are already removing material, you can remove enough so they will break-away if you fall over.
Quote from: FJmonkey on September 07, 2013, 01:22:18 PM
Quote from: movenon on September 07, 2013, 01:09:50 PM
Petty good thinking there :good2:. That could also be a mounting bracket for running lights ? One thing you have to be aware of is that IF you break rule #1 you will force some energy into the side of the frame.
George
Since you are already removing material, you can remove enough so they will break-away if you fall over.
I just mentioned because I have heard of other bikes where they have mounted sliders and when they had the misfortune to use them they bent the frame or cracked the engine casting.
That point on the FJ looks pretty strong. There is a bolt/rod connecting it to the other side I think, but it's also a mount point with cast ears off the block.
As a design point you are correct that you could score a bend or break point on the back side of the plate.
Don't you love it when you come up with a good idea and someone starts picking it apart :rofl2: :rofl2: :drinks: Bunch of FJ vultures anyhow :lol: :lol:
George