Hello from California. Almost an FJ owner I think need help deciding.

[Flynt]

Does 3k sound like to much for a mint fj1200 with mods I mentioned and 33k miles?

Actually pretty hard to say...  you don't see many of the (vastly superior...  at least for the purposes you describe) '91-'93 versions come up for sale, so determining a market value isn't so easy.  One in excellent condition with the mods you mention would come up like every 3-4 years or so maybe. Those "Ambulance" versions come up every week or so, so I'd say $3K would be way too much for one of those unless it had some serious mods.  

For the '91 in great shape and even with just the Corbin I think $3K is in the ballpark for sure.  You're going to spend a few hundred right away on Randy's (RPM) goodies, so figure that in.  You'll have a classic, game changing motorcycle that you won't see at every stop light and it will deliver 100Kmi+ of faithful service if you take care of it...  all for about $4K (tax, lic, RPM front suspension, spin on filter, vibranators, etc figured in).  If you like the ride now, buy the bike and customize to taste... you won't be sorry!   

Frank

[racerrad8]

Is that "three jag Steve's" FJ he sold a while back due to his eye surgery?

Randy - RPM

[aviationfred]

Is that "three jag Steve's" FJ he sold a while back due to his eye surgery?

Randy - RPM

When I first saw the photo I thought the same thing. Looking closer it is not 'three jag Steve's'. His had a stock seat and gold dot calipers and OEM stickers on the belly cowl. This one has OEM front calipers.

Still a great looking FJ

Fred

[rockhammer]

Man this is a tough one for me.  I went out to look at the fz1, now I am not liking the fz because of more horse power or any thing like that.  I am sure the Fj has plenty I like the way they both look. 

A little history I rode a gs850 it was a naked bike.  It was a great ride but beat me up long distance.  I do alot of freeway commuting no real touring.  I wanted a bike for utility with a fairing to help with the wind and reliablity.  I did not chose the fj because of its rarity but because it filled the bill.  I also liked the fz not because of its horse power but because it seems like it will do what I want also. 

I went to check out the fz1 a couple hours ago. 2002 liquid silver in mint condition.  Has a couple mods and the bike has 25k miles.  In addition it is newer more modern lighting things like that also has an alarm not sure if I will use it.  Well it rode great looked great and will only cost me 2400.  It will need new carb boots and I will change the fluids but the bike is ready.  It has adjustable suspension and all that jazz.  I am just thinking of value.  2400 plus another 100 for boots and fluids or 3000 and more to mod it to modern standards. 

Its tough but that fz

[rockhammer]

rode so smooth and would really need nothing.  The price is good too.  For now. 

I hate to say it.  But i think I am going with the fz just makes more sense financially right now. I really do appreciate all the post on this thread you guys really helped me.  I read through every single one some more than once, even on my phone. 

Another thing I am not to fond of the pink stripe.  That color scheme is a little to blue and pink.  I like the black and blue color much better. Again thanks so much for all your time you members have been wonderful. 

If any thing changes you know you will here from me.

[movenon]

rode so smooth and would really need nothing.  The price is good too.  For now. 

I hate to say it.  But i think I am going with the fz just makes more sense financially right now. I really do appreciate all the post on this thread you guys really helped me.  I read through every single one some more than once, even on my phone. 

Another thing I am not to fond of the pink stripe.  That color scheme is a little to blue and pink.  I like the black and blue color much better. Again thanks so much for all your time you members have been wonderful. 

If any thing changes you know you will here from me.

Here is another 2002 FZ1, 17,000 miles, asking 3200. It's been for sale for a while and winter is here.....    I am not affiliated with the bike or owner. I just see it on the local C.L.
http://boise.craigslist.org/mcy/4171740907.html
George

[motohorseman]

The reason I've avoided FZ1's is I've never been impressed with the low end or midrange, where I ride the most.

Sure, if you wind them up, they will leave the older FJ series for dead -

But that is way I added a CBR1100XX Blackbird to the collection - Great machines, worth considering.



Good stuff!

[~JM~]

I like the way my FJ can drop down to 30mph or so in 4th gear & then pull all the way back up to where I want to be. Seems like the majority of my "spirited" riding is done in 4th gear, then 5th in the straightaways. It's nice not having to drop 2 or 3 gears for a sharp turn, then shift back up. Just drop to 4th & tap the brakes, hit the apex & then roll back onto the throttle & grab 5th, away you go on to the next turn.

Did you have a chance to ride the FJ? I wouldn't dismiss it simply due to a pink stripe. That can easily be covered with another color stripe.

~JM~

PS. I almost traded off my FJ recently toward a much newer, more expensive Italian bike. When it came down to it, I decided that I just didn't want to part with my FJ.

[FJ_Hooligan]

The FZ is a great bike, you won't regret the decision.

[CanDman]

Almighty then..........enough of all these Sunkist Oranges....here's an Apple from the North......just don't eat it .......or you will become just like Pat (knowing the difference between good and not so good) .......  that being said....welcome to cloud 11.....or 12 whichever you prefer to ride...

CanDman

[rockhammer]

I decided not to buy the last fz1 another came up with 6k miles like new. I picked it up for 3200.  I think thats a good deal. 

[~JM~]

A clean bike with less than 10K miles is usually what I try to find. My FJ was the exception to the rule. It had 24K single adult owner miles on it & mostly all highway touring miles. I don't think it was ever ridden hard until I rode it.

Nice find on a 6K mile bike. How about a picture so we can see what it looks like?

Good luck
~JM~

[Pat Conlon]

I love my '84 (it was the only FJ offered in '84) so don't get me wrong....but...
If I were to get in to a FJ today, knowing what I now know, I would choose the rubber mount 3rd gen model.
My '92 is a very comfortable bike.

[rockhammer]

Just got the FZ1 home. Huge difference in this bike compared to my gs850.  Smooth ride or it feels smooth to me.  I will post a pic asap.

[simi_ed]

Paddy, don't you already have a '92???  (Of course I know that you do ...)