Hello all, Just purchased a 84 FJ 1100 and I must say I wish I had got one sooner. What a bike. I haven't ridden a bike in about 11 years but this thing is such an easy, comfortable and forgiving bike not to mention bloody quick. Past bike's are Suzuki TS 185, Honda MT 125, Kawasaki Z 400, Yamaha SR 185 (hunk of junk that thing lol), Honda CBX 550, Kawasaki Z 650 wich was the last bike I rode before getting the FJ. I use the FJ mostly for my commute to work (100kms each way) but also find any excuse I can to ride it on days off as it is that much fun.
Quote from: Qld_Panther on November 27, 2012, 05:59:58 PM
Hello all, Just purchased a 84 FJ 1100 and I must say I wish I had got one sooner. What a bike. I haven't ridden a bike in about 11 years but this thing is such an easy, comfortable and forgiving bike not to mention bloody quick. Past bike's are Suzuki TS 185, Honda MT 125, Kawasaki Z 400, Yamaha SR 185 (hunk of junk that thing lol), Honda CBX 550, Kawasaki Z 650 wich was the last bike I rode before getting the FJ. I use the FJ mostly for my commute to work (100kms each way) but also find any excuse I can to ride it on days off as it is that much fun.
Welcome, I am sure you will find that you have a very dedicated group of FJ riders down there who can help you as well as good company.
Welcome Panther. :hi: Aren`t they fantastic all round machines! I see a bit of cloud out your way. Bet ya didn`t get any rain. Don`t forget to check out the 2013 National rally anf pencil in the date on your calander. Doug
Welcome fellow Red and White FJ owner.... I got a screaming close-out deal on Alpine Star Track (Red) leather pants, later got the matching jacket, then..... Became the Red Power Ranger... I hope you fare better.... At least when I am on the FJ, the rest of the world becomes insignificant. Careful with moditus, I held off for many years till I bit the bullet and put a GSXR 5.5" rear wheel on.
In less than a year I had 89' forks
87/88 FZR1000 3.5" front wheel
Blue dot calipers
Glafer (knock off) rotors
SST brake lines
RPM fork valves
RPM fork brace
SupperTrap slip-ons
UNI pod air filters
Monkey made GPS mount
I am one happy Monkey now...
Welcome to the group!
Nothing like the FJ as far as i'm concerned.... Sounds like you're enjoying yours!
Kookaloo!
Frank
Quote from: FJmonkey on November 27, 2012, 07:49:25 PM
"At least when I am on the FJ, the rest of the world becomes insignificant"
For some motorcycling was an end, and for some it saved our lives and quiet possably someone else's :) It saved mine..... or was it mind.... oh well. life is good on an FJ.
Welcome !
Quote from: movenon on November 27, 2012, 10:15:10 PM
Quote from: FJmonkey on November 27, 2012, 07:49:25 PM
"At least when I am on the FJ, the rest of the world becomes insignificant"
For some motorcycling was an end, and for some it saved our lives and quiet possably someone else's :) It saved mine..... or was it mind.... oh well. life is good on an FJ.
Welcome !
so very true, best therapy for whatever problem, issue or just plain old neeeed a ride, bikes do it all,
Welcome aboard
Welcome.
Welcome to the group.
Fred
Quote from: FJmonkey on November 27, 2012, 07:49:25 PM
Welcome fellow Red and White FJ owner.... I got a screaming close-out deal on Alpine Star Track (Red) leather pants, later got the matching jacket, then..... Became the Red Power Ranger... I hope you fare better.... At least when I am on the FJ, the rest of the world becomes insignificant. Careful with moditus, I held off for many years till I bit the bullet and put a GSXR 5.5" rear wheel on.
In less than a year I had 89' forks
87/88 FZR1000 3.5" front wheel
Blue dot calipers
Glafer (knock off) rotors
SST brake lines
RPM fork valves
RPM fork brace
SupperTrap slip-ons
UNI pod air filters
Monkey made GPS mount
I am one happy Monkey now...
. hi fj monkey I just read your. Stats I notice you had mounted a GPS MOUNT could you tell me how and where please regards Jeff. Username jeff0308. P.S. I still doing bits to mine. Not ready for the road yet. Will Be a while yet. Be worth the wait though
Welcome and jump strait in....
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