Hello. I just stumbled upon the forum the other day. Back in the 80's, my dad and I had quite a few FJ's and did work on a lot more.
Pic from around 1986, of our personal bikes (me on the right, about 16):
(http://www.warp12racing.com/images/1989Vmax/uswbikes8601.jpg)
Anyway, I am lurking around the board....and it seems to be a fine one. I'd like to find an extra-clean 1984-1986 bike, so will be keeping an eye out.
Welcome Shane, you will like it here. I am partial to the red/silver/white years myself. I have an '86 in need of repair. I plan to do a partial restoration if not full. Get yourself to a rally if you can, you don't need an FJ, some members here have not owned an FJ in many years. Show up on two wheels (three) or four, just show up and meet some of us crazy Kookalooigans. Where abouts are you?
Quote from: FJmonkey on February 25, 2015, 04:43:23 PM
Welcome Shane, you will like it here. I am partial to the red/silver/white years myself. I have an '86 in need of repair. I plan to do a partial restoration if not full. Get yourself to a rally if you can, you don't need an FJ, some members here have not owned an FJ in many years. Show up on two wheels (three) or four, just show up and meet some of us crazy Kookalooigans. Where abouts are you?
I am in Virginia. I have some newer bikes, but my most vintage one is a 1989 V-Max that I picked up last year. I haven't ridden an FJ in perhaps 20 years!
Quote from: Warp12 on February 25, 2015, 04:46:15 PM
I am in Virginia. I have some newer bikes, but my most vintage one is a 1989 V-Max that I picked up last year. I haven't ridden an FJ in perhaps 20 years!
Then you could make the east rallies if you like that kind of adventure. Some very clean looking '84/'87 FJs have been popping up lately. Keep the search up, you will find one (or 2) you like.
Looks like an '85 and 2 '86s?
Is that an Intercepter?
Here is a 1987 for sale in North Carolina.
http://raleigh.craigslist.org/mcy/4902046380.html (http://raleigh.craigslist.org/mcy/4902046380.html)
Fred
Super clean. Low miles and fair price. If I was looking for a red and white this one would be the one to get. Dave
Quote from: FJ_Hooligan on February 26, 2015, 01:41:00 PM
Looks like an '85 and 2 '86s?
Is that an Intercepter?
An '85, 2 86's, and an '86 600 Ninja (I got my license on that).
Quote from: aviationfred on February 26, 2015, 02:06:30 PM
Here is a 1987 for sale in North Carolina.
http://raleigh.craigslist.org/mcy/4902046380.html (http://raleigh.craigslist.org/mcy/4902046380.html)
Fred
Definitely clean. I'm really looking for an '84-'86 bike, though, for now. Thanks for the link!
Quote from: Warp12 on February 26, 2015, 06:25:21 PM
Definitely clean. I'm really looking for an '84-'86 bike, though, for now. Thanks for the link!
Just curious, why not an '87? Other than reversed colors it is the exact same bike as the '86.
Quote from: FJmonkey on February 26, 2015, 06:29:42 PM
Quote from: Warp12 on February 26, 2015, 06:25:21 PM
Definitely clean. I'm really looking for an '84-'86 bike, though, for now. Thanks for the link!
Just curious, why not an '87? Other than reversed colors it is the exact same bike as the '86.
One the venues that I race at has a class that only allows machines up to 1986. So, in case I want to one day race it there, I'd rather stick to no later than an '86.
Quote from: Warp12 on February 26, 2015, 06:32:51 PM
One the venues that I race at has a class that only allows machines up to 1986. So, in case I want to one day race it there, I'd rather stick to no later than an '86.
That makes perfect sense, thanks.
Quote from: FJmonkey on February 25, 2015, 04:43:23 PM
just show up and meet some of us crazy Kookalooigans.
Mark just invented a new word for us Fj owners.... :lol:
Welcome Shane.
Love the vintage pic!
Welcome Shane ! As you can see we are an active bunch ! Lots of FJ's still out there running strong. I Pulled into Nellis AFB yesterday and low and behold parked right by the front door was a pristine 1989 FJ ! Met the owner and told him about fjowners.com, RPM, and reviewed a bunch of pictures from my computer with him. Hope you locate an FJ soon. Riding season will be here sooner or later...
George
Quote from: Firehawk068 on February 26, 2015, 08:20:32 PM
Mark just invented a new word for us Fj owners.... :lol:
We came up with this back around '06-'07 - this one used to live on the Rally Drum:
(http://i1350.photobucket.com/albums/p779/rocklucas9/NewKook4_zpsa19f804a.jpg)
And this one's for "What's the best oil..." :
(http://i1350.photobucket.com/albums/p779/rocklucas9/Kookalube_zpsd7fb0969.jpg)
Quote from: movenon on February 26, 2015, 08:24:42 PM
Welcome Shane ! As you can see we are an active bunch ! Lots of FJ's still out there running strong. I Pulled into Nellis AFB yesterday and low and behold parked right by the front door was a pristine 1989 FJ ! Met the owner and told him about fjowners.com, RPM, and reviewed a bunch of pictures from my computer with him. Hope you locate an FJ soon. Riding season will be here sooner or later...
George
I have been looking around at some bikes....and parts. I am actually considering just building one from the frame up. These bikes are a lot more simple than the modern stuff I work on (and I have assembled some of those from the frame up), and the cost for parts (even frames and and chassis parts) is pretty reasonable. Seems like a fun project....but I will ponder it a little more. :lol:
Quote from: Firehawk068 on February 26, 2015, 08:20:32 PM
Quote from: FJmonkey on February 25, 2015, 04:43:23 PM
just show up and meet some of us crazy Kookalooigans.
Mark just invented a new word for us Fj owners.... :lol:
Welcome Shane.
Love the vintage pic!
I'm sure I have some more pics, somewhere. We had a lot of fun with those bikes. We tried out a lot of the bolt-ons back then: pipes, jet kits, clutch conversions, RS Carbs, suspension upgrades, etc.. Very mod-friendly machines. Too bad digital cameras weren't around!
Welcome Shane, Great story, lots of great memories and a dad who's into bikes...you are one lucky dude. Good luck on finding your new ride. If you decide to build one, there are alot of us with extra '84-85 parts, just ask. BTW, my son and I are going to be bringing an 86 V-Max back from the dead (10 yrs in a barn) should be interesting and a great "bonding" experience...it allways is! Cheers! Charley
Quote from: charleygofast on February 27, 2015, 07:46:30 AM
Welcome Shane, Great story, lots of great memories and a dad who's into bikes...you are one lucky dude. Good luck on finding your new ride. If you decide to build one, there are alot of us with extra '84-85 parts, just ask. BTW, my son and I are going to be bringing an 86 V-Max back from the dead (10 yrs in a barn) should be interesting and a great "bonding" experience...it allways is! Cheers! Charley
The V-Max is a lot of fun. Here is a thread where I have documented my experiences reviving my 1989:
http://www.vmaxforum.net/showthread.php?t=28610 (http://www.vmaxforum.net/showthread.php?t=28610)
Still more fun to have with that one, for sure...
As far as buying a frame to start with...
I'm not saying I did, and I'm not saying I didn't.
But, I did.
And so it begins....
:biggrin:
:hi: Welcome Shane. Just spent 2 hours salivating over your Vmax story and also details of your record holding kwakka. Believe it or not we have a guy downunder here that`s the spitting imaje of you that`s into XS. (Will post a pic later.)
Have you still got the Vmax? :drinks:
Welcome to the forum Shane. I too just enjoyed your VMax thread. Thanks for posting it. Ride safe. Dave
Quote from: The General on February 27, 2015, 11:12:51 AM
:hi: Welcome Shane. Just spent 2 hours salivating over your Vmax story and also details of your record holding kwakka. Believe it or not we have a guy downunder here that`s the spitting imaje of you that`s into XS. (Will post a pic later.)
Have you still got the Vmax? :drinks:
My dad had some XS650's and some XS11's. I've ridden an XS11, but never an XS650. Yes, I've still got the V-Max. I need to get the carbs straightened out, and a little work on the charging system. Only has about 3800 miles on it now. I'd like to increase that number this season!
Quote from: TexasDave on February 27, 2015, 11:32:19 AM
Welcome to the forum Shane. I too just enjoyed your VMax thread. Thanks for posting it. Ride safe. Dave
Thanks, I really like that old V-Max!
Nice Vmax link. Before I decided on the FJ it was a choice between a Vmax and the FJ. If only I had money at the time I would have bought them both. The guy that did end up buying the Vmax turned it into scrap metal after having it for just 2 weeks. What a shame.
If all goes as planned, I will have a frame and subframe in my hands tomorrow. I am not in a rush to build the bike, and accumulating/sifting through parts is part of the fun. It will just be neat to have an FJ frame to inspect....it's sure to bring back some memories! My dad is not around anymore, but somehow the old bikes make me feel a connection at times.
Quote from: The General on February 27, 2015, 11:12:51 AM
:hi: Welcome Shane. Just spent 2 hours salivating over your Vmax story and also details of your record holding kwakka. Believe it or not we have a guy downunder here that`s the spitting imaje of you that`s into XS. (Will post a pic later.)
Your dad or Grandad must have spent time downunder in the past! I reckon My Mate Steptoe is your twin.
This is you in case ya haven`t looked in the mirror for awhile. http://www.brocksperformance.com/brocknm/templates/bpp1.aspx?articleid=316&zoneid=10 (http://www.brocksperformance.com/brocknm/templates/bpp1.aspx?articleid=316&zoneid=10)
This is Steptoe also known as the barefoot mechanic:- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4G1gHtYho40&feature=player_embedded#t=29 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4G1gHtYho40&feature=player_embedded#t=29)
Wish I was tech savvy enough to put up just two pics from videos...but even mannerisms are the same me thinks! (ignore the accents of course)
I sent him your link and even he is now checking his family history in your area. He`s made heaps of you tube videos ta help out all XS1100 owners here in OZ (I got a 78 model,)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Ph9xgDXdxY (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Ph9xgDXdxY) His Library for those interested....http://xs1100.com.au/forum/index.php?board=39.0 (http://xs1100.com.au/forum/index.php?board=39.0) :drinks:
Quote from: The General on February 28, 2015, 07:44:26 AM
Quote from: The General on February 27, 2015, 11:12:51 AM
:hi: Welcome Shane. Just spent 2 hours salivating over your Vmax story and also details of your record holding kwakka. Believe it or not we have a guy downunder here that`s the spitting imaje of you that`s into XS. (Will post a pic later.)
Your dad or Grandad must have spent time downunder in the past! I reckon My Mate Steptoe is your twin.
This is you in case ya haven`t looked in the mirror for awhile. http://www.brocksperformance.com/brocknm/templates/bpp1.aspx?articleid=316&zoneid=10 (http://www.brocksperformance.com/brocknm/templates/bpp1.aspx?articleid=316&zoneid=10)
This is Steptoe also known as the barefoot mechanic:- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4G1gHtYho40&feature=player_embedded#t=29 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4G1gHtYho40&feature=player_embedded#t=29)
Wish I was tech savvy enough to put up just two pics from videos...but even mannerisms are the same me thinks! (ignore the accents of course)
I sent him your link and even he is now checking his family history in your area. He`s made heaps of you tube videos ta help out all XS1100 owners here in OZ (I got a 78 model,)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Ph9xgDXdxY (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Ph9xgDXdxY) His Library for those interested....http://xs1100.com.au/forum/index.php?board=39.0 (http://xs1100.com.au/forum/index.php?board=39.0) :drinks:
LOL, that is funny stuff!! :lol:
I grew my hair back, so all comparisons are now invalid. Also working on losing some weight. :biggrin:
Welcome Shane, let us know how we can help on your FJ project.
I'm curious, about the coil on plug (COP) modification you did on your Vmax. I've wondered if the same could be done on our FJ's? I know that the area at top of the head on the air cooled FJ is a much harsher environment that what the COP's are subjected to on the water cooled Vmax.
Can you refer me to the guy who did your COP set up?
Great reading on the Vmax link....Thanks! Pat
Quote from: Pat Conlon on February 28, 2015, 09:28:36 AM
Welcome Shane, let us know how we can help on your FJ project.
I'm curious, about the coil on plug (COP) modification you did on your Vmax. I've wondered if the same could be done on our FJ's? I know that the area at top of the head on the air cooled FJ is a much harsher environment that what the COP's are subjected to on the water cooled Vmax.
Can you refer me to the guy who did your COP set up?
Great reading on the Vmax link....Thanks! Pat
The screen name on Vmaxforum, for the guy who supplied the coil-on-plug mod: 88vmx12
Waiting around for for my FJ parts to be delivered...
Meanwhile, removed a big ZX-14 engine, which is going to a new home. 1534cc race engine, 251 hp at the wheel...naturally aspirated. 13 degrees in the garage...brrrrr.
(http://www.warp12racing.com/images/14build/153402.jpg)
Looking forward to some projects that are cheaper, less complicated, and more fun!
Frame and subframe arrived:
(http://www.warp12racing.com/images/FJbuild/fjbuild01.jpg)
I will start up a new project thread, shortly. :good: