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Title: Newbie from Chicago
Post by: fj1100motogal on May 20, 2015, 11:53:42 AM
Hi everybody!

I joined this site back in 2010 but never posted anything or even PM'd anyone until this month. I've mostly just been browsing around in the background.

I've been riding for years and was introduced to an FJ by an old boyfriend back in 1995. He let me ride his FJ when we were traveling in Nevada. I was hooked! In 1999 I acquired a 1985 FJ1100. I've put it through hell. And I live in the city so I don't have a garage; it lives on the street during riding season. I went a little nuts an decided I needed an '84 as well just a few years ago. I ride whichever one is in better working condition and not visiting the mechanic.
:biggrin:

Laura
Title: Re: Newbie from Chicago
Post by: FJmonkey on May 20, 2015, 11:58:36 AM
Welcome Laura, happy to have another FJowner participate in our digital campfire. Having two FJs is dedication, you will fit in well here.
Title: Re: Newbie from Chicago
Post by: Flying Scotsman on May 20, 2015, 12:11:36 PM
 :good:
Welcome to you too Laura.
Title: Re: Newbie from Chicago
Post by: red on May 20, 2015, 12:16:12 PM
Hi Laura,

Welcome!  Pull your chair in closer to the campfire here, and jump right in on the conversations.  My FJ is a 1985 too, mostly stock.

Cheers,
Red
Title: Re: Newbie from Chicago
Post by: movenon on May 20, 2015, 02:13:21 PM
Welcome Laura  :good2: Hope to meet you along the road sometime. Check out a rally sometime, great way to meet other FJ riders.
George
Title: Re: Newbie from Chicago
Post by: The General on May 20, 2015, 03:34:09 PM

:hi: Welcome. I`m glad your feeling comfortable on your FJ as well as here....informally joined in 2010 eh, TWO FJ`s,......really Cool!    :good2:
Title: Re: Newbie from Chicago
Post by: charleygofast on May 20, 2015, 05:34:11 PM
Welcome not so newbie Laura! Quite a few members in your area...reach out if you need anything. Is your '84 a Stormy red/silver beauty?                                 Cheers!                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Charley.
Title: Re: Newbie from Chicago
Post by: fj1100motogal on May 20, 2015, 05:45:08 PM
Quote from: charleygofast on May 20, 2015, 05:34:11 PM
Welcome not so newbie Laura! Quite a few members in your area...reach out if you need anything. Is your '84 a Stormy red/silver beauty?                                 Cheers!                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Charley.

Yes it is! I don't currently have a photo to post.
And I see what you're saying about lots of members in my area--good to know!
Title: Re: Newbie from Chicago
Post by: aviationfred on May 20, 2015, 07:57:28 PM
A late welcome. You have actually been a member longer than I have. My first FJ was a 1985 way back in 1988. There are a good group of members in your area.

There are a few from just north of you that will be attending the Central Black Hills Rally. You might be able to meet up for the run out to South Dakota in 2 weeks.

Fred
Title: Re: Newbie from Chicago
Post by: Pat Conlon on May 20, 2015, 08:07:50 PM
Welcome Laura....yes indeed....those Stormy Red and Quartz Silver '84's are special. :hi:
Title: Re: Newbie from Chicago
Post by: FJmonkey on May 20, 2015, 08:09:37 PM
Quote from: Pat Conlon on May 20, 2015, 08:07:50 PM
Welcome Laura....yes indeed....those Stormy Red and Quartz Silver '84's are special. :hi:

When I get '86 back on the road I want to go Silver and Red with it, awesome colors for the FJ.
Title: Re: Newbie from Chicago
Post by: Flynt on May 20, 2015, 09:13:22 PM
Quote from: fj1100motogal on May 20, 2015, 11:53:42 AM
Hi everybody!

I joined this site back in 2010 but never posted anything or even PM'd anyone until this month. I've mostly just been browsing around in the background.

I've been riding for years and was introduced to an FJ by an old boyfriend back in 1995. He let me ride his FJ when we were traveling in Nevada. I was hooked! In 1999 I acquired a 1985 FJ1100. I've put it through hell. And I live in the city so I don't have a garage; it lives on the street during riding season. I went a little nuts an decided I needed an '84 as well just a few years ago. I ride whichever one is in better working condition and not visiting the mechanic.
:biggrin:

Laura

I also have two...  a highly modified '92 (Wizard) and a new to me creampuff '84 that's starting down the tasteful mod path (and needs a name...  I'm liking "Stormy").  This is a great group of people, mostly 50yo guys that collectively know everything about the FJ... maybe even some stuff that's not true  :bomb: :bomb:

Continue to enjoy the zoo.

Frank
Title: Re: Newbie from Chicago
Post by: Steve_in_Florida on May 20, 2015, 09:20:23 PM
Quote from: fj1100motogal on May 20, 2015, 11:53:42 AM

I joined this site back in 2010.... I've mostly just been browsing around in the background.

... I ride whichever one is in better working condition and not visiting the mechanic.


Hi Laura!  :hi:

So, uh... What haven't we covered in the past five years that would cause you to still send your bike(s) to a mechanic?

Do you have a copy of the Yamaha Service Manual? If not, they show up regularly on FleaBay.

Steve
Title: Re: Newbie from Chicago
Post by: ribbert on May 20, 2015, 10:08:05 PM
Quote from: Flynt on May 20, 2015, 09:13:22 PM

... maybe even some stuff that's not true ...

Frank

That's not true, or is it?

Noel

Title: Re: Newbie from Chicago
Post by: fj1100motogal on May 21, 2015, 08:12:44 PM
Quote from: Pat Conlon on May 20, 2015, 08:07:50 PM
Welcome Laura....yes indeed....those Stormy Red and Quartz Silver '84's are special. :hi:

Ah yes they are. I see you have one of your own!
Title: Re: Newbie from Chicago
Post by: fj1100motogal on May 21, 2015, 08:18:32 PM
Quote from: Steve_in_Florida on May 20, 2015, 09:20:23 PM
Quote from: fj1100motogal on May 20, 2015, 11:53:42 AM

I joined this site back in 2010.... I've mostly just been browsing around in the background.

... I ride whichever one is in better working condition and not visiting the mechanic.


Hi Laura!  :hi:

So, uh... What haven't we covered in the past five years that would cause you to still send your bike(s) to a mechanic?

Do you have a copy of the Yamaha Service Manual? If not, they show up regularly on FleaBay.

Steve


I don't currently do any of the work on my bikes. I have the Manual, but I don't have the time and I don't have a garage. I have a friend who is a motorcycle mechanic.   :smile:
Title: Re: Newbie from Chicago
Post by: FJmonkey on May 21, 2015, 09:20:50 PM
Quote from: fj1100motogal on May 21, 2015, 08:18:32 PM
I don't currently do any of the work on my bikes. I have the Manual, but I don't have the time and I don't have a garage. I have a friend who is a motorcycle mechanic.   :smile:

Yep, I have my own mechanic as well, but he is a bit of an A-hole.  :ireful: :ireful: :ireful: Being your own mechanic can have its down sides...  :blush: But I am happy with the quality of work and he works all hours when needed...
Title: Re: Newbie from Chicago
Post by: Sabre093 on May 21, 2015, 09:26:36 PM
Welcome to the the campground. ..keep your eyes on site as there is many rides and FJ Clinics popping up everywhere. ..up here in the Great White North we've started a spring a fall clinic along withe some rides...hollar out if ya need anything...we're one big FJ Family!