New to list, I own 1984 FJ1100 # 000448. The bike has been sitting for 20 years, starting restoration, any tips or sources please advise. Thank you
Welcome, the list is long, we will help.
Welcome! Mine sat for 16 years. Here is my project thread.
https://fjowners.com/index.php?topic=19343.0
I purchased the Cycle new in 1984. It was supposedly the first one sold in my city.
Wow, another original owner story. We would love to hear more of the back story as your rebuild progresses.
I bought mine from the dealer in '89 with 75 miles on it. Practically new, but saved $1K.
Welcome! Awesome to hear you are bringing her back to life.
I am the almost original owner of a 1987. Currently finishing up engine work and cosmetics. Here is my thread! https://fjowners.com/index.php?topic=20477.0
Yes, I also bought my '84 new, here's my story:
https://www.motorcycleclassics.com/classic-japanese-motorcycles/1984-yamaha-fj1400-zmgz17mazhur/ (https://www.motorcycleclassics.com/classic-japanese-motorcycles/1984-yamaha-fj1400-zmgz17mazhur/)
Something special about those '84's
Cheers.
Pat
Quote from: Pat Conlon on November 04, 2022, 05:05:24 PM
Yes, I also bought my '84 new, here's my story:
https://www.motorcycleclassics.com/classic-japanese-motorcycles/1984-yamaha-fj1400-zmgz17mazhur/ (https://www.motorcycleclassics.com/classic-japanese-motorcycles/1984-yamaha-fj1400-zmgz17mazhur/)
Something special about those '84's
Cheers.
Pat
Great story Pat!
Quote from: Pat Conlon on November 04, 2022, 05:05:24 PM
Yes, I also bought my '84 new, here's my story:
https://www.motorcycleclassics.com/classic-japanese-motorcycles/1984-yamaha-fj1400-zmgz17mazhur/ (https://www.motorcycleclassics.com/classic-japanese-motorcycles/1984-yamaha-fj1400-zmgz17mazhur/)
Something special about those '84's
Cheers.
Pat
What a great article! I plan on doing several of the upgrades your documented. Thank you.
Thanks guys...Tex, let us know how you are doing. We are always happy to see a resurrection!
Had my 89 from new and 90,000 miles on her. Before that, I had my 86 from new too, and covered just short of 48,000 miles on it.
I love them :sarcastic: