Newbie from Scotland

[skyangel]

Hi all ,

I bought this FJ1100 as a winter project  a few weeks ago , it has not seen the light of day for a few years as it's  been lying in someones garage ,,it needs a little TLC and a few bits to restore it back to its former glory

[Pat Conlon]

Welcome lass, it appears that you have found a rare, 1st year, EU version of a 1984 FJ1100.

Good for you.

Let us know how we can help you. Read up. Lots of good stuff in the Files section.

Cheers Pat

[Steve_in_Florida]

Angel,
That's verrry naasss. Another fine example of a paint scheme we didn't get across the pond.

Curious about your parking arrangement.

Did you bring it down the stairs for storage, or is it set up for you to mount it "Batman-Style" when you're late for work?

Steve

[Mark Olson]

Welcome to the Group

Nice 1st run fj you have there , we get a little modification crazy but dig the originals as well.

Post up what you need for parts and maybe somebody has it growing dust somewhere .

I think you may be close to members there in Scotland that could offer advise if you want it.

[movenon]

Welcome to the group  You have a nice bike to start with.  As noted the color combo you have didn't make it here.  Let us know if we can help.  It is a lot cheaper and quicker to ask questions first.  A lot of members have owned and maintained there FJ's since new and are a wealth of knowledge.
George 

[FJmonkey]

Very nice, bring her back to life so she can stretch her legs again...

[charleygofast]

Welcome, 84 1100s are rare, and a great 1st year effort from Yamaha... dependable, beautifull, fast, and great for the long haul. There are many nice examples here to get "inspired" by.(check out Pat Conlons ) My 84 was also a sat for years example. now shes a daily driver/work in progress, and my favorite go to bike. You can get alot of info here so dont hesitate to ask for help. Great group here willing to help you with your FJ adventure!                                                                                                                                                                             Charley.

[scotiafj]

Hiya  nice  fj youve got hold of ..where abouts in Scotland are you ? I'm in Ayr 

[skyangel]

thank you for all your welcome's  and offers of help i will pick your brains when needed ,,the reason the FJ is in my house its warmer than the garage lol .
I've already striped the tank because some fool painted the tank the wrong colour of dark blue  as you can see in the first pic  , the next pic  is with my two apprentices  this is what  colour  should be .
I,ve  also just bought a four into two exhaust and belly pan  excellent conditon for £70 as i din't like the four into one exhaust that was on the bike

[TexasDave]

Looks like you got a great deal on the exhaust. I like the balanced look of the 2 exhausts also. Good luck with the bike.  Dave

[Steve_in_Florida]

...the next pic  is with my two apprentices

Kitties!

Be careful to keep them away from the left side of the bike when performing clutch slave cylinder maintenance. It seems that *SOME* here make a sport of "cat spearing".

http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=8099.0

No, the slave stays sealed as long as you don't work the lever while it is off. You also don't want to start the engine with the slave off, or shall I say if you do start the engine, make sure there is a cat around. You can get some cat spearing practice in for the next rally games.... Keep some extra oil handy too, you will need to top off after you spear the cat. 

"Only _YOU_ can prevent speared kitties!"

Steve
Self-Appointed Range Safety Officer

[skyangel]

you must admit the 4 into 2 does looks better   ,,,,  I also found some previous owner taped up the inside of  the left handle bar switch rather than fixing it