Bought an FJ1200 as my first bike... well second but I had my first bike for exactly a month before it was stolen so it doesn't count.
The new lady, The Shangri-La Express, Is a '95, NON-abs, FJ1200 with ~65,000 miles on the clock. A UK model, I'm sure. Being old and tatty, the first thing I did was paint her matte black (yes, I'm one of those).
Quick warning, expect many silly questions. I'm a complete newbie to motorcycle maintenance.
Welcome to the club, use the search function first. Then if you can't find it ask away.
Quote from: Cobblesmacker on October 20, 2016, 03:10:02 AM
Bought an FJ1200 as my first bike... well second but I had my first bike for exactly a month before it was stolen so it doesn't count.
The new lady, The Shangri-La Express, Is a '95, NON-abs, FJ1200 with ~65,000 miles on the clock. A UK model, I'm sure. Being old and tatty, the first thing I did was paint her matte black (yes, I'm one of those).
Quick warning, expect many silly questions. I'm a complete newbie to motorcycle maintenance.
You have just raised the bar considerably, "Shangri-La- Express", very exotic, I like it.
Welcome.
Noel
Welcome to the forum :hi:
There are subtle differences in the generations of the FJ. When purchasing used parts, if you have a thought on whether or not an earlier year part will work on yours, it may be a good idea to ask here first. It could save you some cash.
Fred
Thanks for the warm welcome and tips.
Quote from: Cobblesmacker on October 20, 2016, 03:10:02 AM
Bought an FJ1200 as my first bike... well second but I had my first bike for exactly a month before it was stolen so it doesn't count.
The new lady, The Shangri-La Express, Is a '95, NON-abs, FJ1200 with ~65,000 miles on the clock. A UK model, I'm sure. Being old and tatty, the first thing I did was paint her matte black (yes, I'm one of those).
Quick warning, expect many silly questions. I'm a complete newbie to motorcycle maintenance.
Welcome!
Nothing wrong with flat black! Mine's been that way now for 15+ years - and Fred did a very nice example with the fairing lowers and decals
(http://fjowners.com/gallery/171_25_04_10_12_43_03_0.jpeg)
(http://fjowners.com/gallery/6/2562_30_10_13_6_35_12_8.jpeg)
Welcome Cobblesmacker!
By the way, you guys have "Awesome-Sauce"!
Quote from: fj1289 on October 20, 2016, 11:52:32 AM
Welcome!
Nothing wrong with flat black! Mine's been that way now for 15+ years - and Fred did a very nice example with the fairing lowers and decals
A very nice job indeed. I love that exhaust, I want to upgrade my slip on, preferably without jetting. I have the remus 4-1 system and it's
quiet :diablo:
Quote from: Firehawk068 on October 20, 2016, 02:16:23 PM
you guys have "Awesome-Sauce"!
Hey man. I have heard... haha... might even try some if I ever move.
(http://fjowners.com/gallery/10/5659_21_10_16_7_56_43.jpeg)
Nice job on the shark teeth!
Hi Cobblesmacker your not that far away from me in Worcestershire and me in Shropshire. Will have to have a coffee one day :smile: Do you ever get to the Medway Prees Heath?
Hey Russ, can't say I have ever been. Like the hills you have there, I was thinking of them as I may be going camping tomorrow for a night or two. If I'm ever going your way, I'll let you know. Whereish are you?
Quote from: Cobblesmacker on October 22, 2016, 02:10:25 PM
Hey Russ, can't say I have ever been. Like the hills you have there, I was thinking of them as I may be going camping tomorrow for a night or two. If I'm ever going your way, I'll let you know. Whereish are you?
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Shrewsbury, get a lot of bikes turning up at the Medway truck stop just outside Whitchurch, Thursday nights as a norm but it's a good place to stop anytime.