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hi all from co.down n.ireland [new member]

Started by skik, January 04, 2014, 05:15:49 AM

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skik

January 04, 2014, 05:15:49 AM
hi folks.just got myself a 92 fj1200 to do up before the summer [i hope].never worked on a bike this big before so i will be needing your help on some things im sure.looking forward to getting out on it in the better weather if it comes!
:bye:

movenon

#1
January 04, 2014, 08:44:37 AM
Welcome to the group ! Ask questions as things come up. There isn't much that someone on here doesn't know about the FJ's. Where are you located ?  :good2:
George
Life isn't about having the best, but about making the best of what you have...

1990 FJ 1200

skik

#2
January 04, 2014, 10:47:21 AM
Quote from: movenon on January 04, 2014, 08:44:37 AM
Welcome to the group ! Ask questions as things come up. There isn't much that someone on here doesn't know about the FJ's. Where are you located ?  :good2:
George
thanks for the welcome george.im in downpatrick co.down northern ireland

aviationfred

#3
January 04, 2014, 11:39:05 AM
Welcome to the group  :hi: There is a huge wealth of knowledge here.

Fred
I'm not the fastest FJ rider, I am 'half-fast', the fastest slow guy....

Current
2008 VFR800 RC46 Vtec
1996 VFR750 RC36/2
1990 FJ1300 (1297cc) Casper
1990 VFR750 RC36/1 Minnie
1989 FJ1200 Lazarus, the Streetfighter Project
1985 VF500F RC31 Interceptor

FJmonkey

#4
January 04, 2014, 11:53:28 AM
Welcome skik, the FJ is easy to work on. I used to take my bikes in for all service issues, now I do all the service myself. Valves, oil, plugs, carb balance, tires. This group has helped me achieved the knowledge to become my own mechanic. The real kicker is when you start modifying, like putting a 17 x 5.5 rear wheel on, or the RPM spin-on oil filter adapter. Once you start you become addicted and then you have "Moditius". It is a good addiction to have, it can get costly but it pays you back every time you ride. 
The glass is not half full, it was engineered with a 2X safety factor.

'86 Ambulance - Bent frame, cracked case, due for an overhaul
'89 Stormy Blue - Suits my Dark Side

movenon

#5
January 04, 2014, 12:13:17 PM
Quote from: skik on January 04, 2014, 10:47:21 AM
Quote from: movenon on January 04, 2014, 08:44:37 AM
Welcome to the group ! Ask questions as things come up. There isn't much that someone on here doesn't know about the FJ's. Where are you located ?  :good2:
George
thanks for the welcome george.im in downpatrick co.down northern ireland

Great on Ireland ! I got a question (kind of an inside joke) do all the motorcycle riders from Ireland have a polishing fetish.... :rofl2: :rofl2: :rofl2: :rofl2: ?
Pat Conlon will show up here soon  :drinks:

Go with the flow here. Nice to have you with us. This is a great place for help and advise.
Cheers, George
Life isn't about having the best, but about making the best of what you have...

1990 FJ 1200

Pat Conlon

#6
January 04, 2014, 12:22:28 PM
Polish?  Did someone mention the magic word?

Welcome laddie....
1) Free Owners Manual download: https://tinyurl.com/fmsz7hk9
2) Don't store your FJ with E10 fuel https://tinyurl.com/3cjrfct5
3) Replace your old stock rubber brake lines.
4) Important items for the '84-87 FJ's:
Safety wire: https://tinyurl.com/99zp8ufh
Fuel line: https://tinyurl.com/bdff9bf3

CanDman

#7
January 04, 2014, 10:45:04 PM
welcome Mr Skik from Canada.......Love to see the Emerald Isle one day......if I do eventually make it over there...I imagine I will be singing this Celtic jig with my liver leading the band...

SPIRIT OF THE WEST - Home For A Rest

CanDman
Never regret your choices in life ! There is no way to go back to do it again and compare. Make the most and do your best with every decision you make

Vsekvsek

#8
January 04, 2014, 11:05:33 PM
From an American Irishmen with an fj to a true Irishmen with an fj....welcome
89 fj
09 wr300 husqvarna
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