Another FJ12 Front & Rear Modification

ribbert · January 31, 2015, 06:51:12 AM

Quote from: FJools on January 31, 2015, 01:27:55 AM
Update:

Danmoto riser clip-ons fitted,

98mm Lust Racing Dog bones fitted,

Forks dropped through 10mm to increase front height.

Delkevic headers and collector removed as incompatible with my Staintune silencers. I could buy some Delkevic silencers in the future but these mods were all about keeping the cost down using parts I had on the shelf.

So:

Today, after 4 hours polishing up the original Staintune headers & collectors, I refitted the exhaust.

Glad it all went back together smoothly. Not that it matters, but those headers look like originals.
Noel

FJools · January 31, 2015, 02:18:57 PM

I was wondering where the Staintune component might end - the clamps have Staintune on them so I'm assuming the collector is although no ID marks on it.

I would have thought it odd to fit just the collector and pipes to be honest as its the headers that get most hammer plus the silencers that rot.

I'm assuming the OEM fitment was all stainless ?

Mark Olson · January 31, 2015, 03:03:54 PM

You can use the FJR 1300 clutch and brake master to maintain your aesthetics . Handles the blue spots nicely .

FJools · January 31, 2015, 06:38:24 PM

Thanks Mark,

I knew there would be something out there.

The other option was a cable clutch conversion..................

ribbert · January 31, 2015, 07:36:30 PM

Quote from: FJools on January 31, 2015, 02:18:57 PM

I would have thought it odd to fit just the collector and pipes to be honest as its the headers that get most hammer plus the silencers that rot.

I'm assuming the OEM fitment was all stainless ?

Yes, the original headers are SS and I've never seen any rotted out. I recently polished up a set with somewhere around 160,000kms on them and they came up like new.

Noel

FJools · February 10, 2015, 03:57:54 AM

Yesterday I fitted the new endless chain (kerching!)

Interestingly there still seems to be a slight tight spot and that is with both sprockets replaced so I'm going to double check the chain alignment to be 100%.

An odd thing happened on the run, which took in about 15km around local roads. I stopped to refuel after which the low oil light was coming on, flickering and going off. As I got home and put the stand up and gear off, the oil was filling the sight glass.

When I did the oil & Filter change I put in about 3.5L, which is more than the 3L shown on the casing. I added another 200ml and will see what happens when I take it out tomorrow.

Blues spots are bedding in, but the dan moto bars slipped a bit when I heaved it on the centre stand so its imperative to keep nipping up each of the 2 bolts in turn on each clamp. They are rubbish soft shallow cap head bolts, which I will replace when I get the chance.

The bike feels very responsive and light with the mods done. I now need to give it some higher speed runs to see what its like under those conditions.

So far I'm a happy camper.

The USB socket has arrived so I may have a go at fitting that tomorrow too, wiring it to that spare plug that is under the left side cover or thereabouts.

And I also treated myself to a new Shark Evoline flip up helmet. Very nice fit and they also do their own Shark Tooth connection system that is made to fit these lids.

oldktmdude · February 10, 2015, 05:08:49 AM

Quote from: FJools on February 10, 2015, 03:57:54 AM
Yesterday I fitted the new endless chain (kerching!)

Interestingly there still seems to be a slight tight spot and that is with both sprockets replaced so I'm going to double check the chain alignment to be 100%.

An odd thing happened on the run, which took in about 15km around local roads. I stopped to refuel after which the low oil light was coming on, flickering and going off. As I got home and put the stand up and gear off, the oil was filling the sight glass.

When I did the oil & Filter change I put in about 3.5L, which is more than the 3L shown on the casing. I added another 200ml and will see what happens when I take it out tomorrow.

Blues spots are bedding in, but the dan moto bars slipped a bit when I heaved it on the centre stand so its imperative to keep nipping up each of the 2 bolts in turn on each clamp. They are rubbish soft shallow cap head bolts, which I will replace when I get the chance.

The bike feels very responsive and light with the mods done. I now need to give it some higher speed runs to see what its like under those conditions.

So far I'm a happy camper.

The USB socket has arrived so I may have a go at fitting that tomorrow too, wiring it to that spare plug that is under the left side cover or thereabouts.

And I also treated myself to a new Shark Evoline flip up helmet. Very nice fit and they also do their own Shark Tooth connection system that is made to fit these lids.

Jools, an oil change with filter will require 3.8 litres of oil. Always fill to just below the top of the sight-glass. Check the level after running the engine for a few seconds, allowing oil to fill the filter housing, then let sit for a few minutes and check the level again.
When putting the bike on the centre stand, use the grab handle, located between the bottom of the seat and the top of the side cover (LHS) rather than pulling too hard on the handlebars. Easy once you get the technique mastered. Takes surprisingly little effort, considering the weight of the bike.
Regards, Pete.

jscgdunn · February 10, 2015, 09:27:59 AM

Looks really good; thanks so much for writing up the details and pics.

Jeff

FJ1100mjk · February 10, 2015, 10:05:54 AM

Quote from: oldktmdude on February 10, 2015, 05:08:49 AM
When putting the bike on the centre stand, use the grab handle, located between the bottom of the seat and the top of the side cover (LHS) rather than pulling too hard on the handlebars. Easy once you get the technique mastered. Takes surprisingly little effort, considering the weight of the bike.
Regards, Pete.

In regards to the centerstand deployment effort, I have found out that cleaning and greasing the pivot bolts and their receiving holes, makes raising the bike up easier too. Easpecially, if they haven't seen this kind of maintenance in decades. Of course, the lube only lasts so long due to what the pivot areas are exposed to when the bike is running down the road.

FJools · February 10, 2015, 03:19:10 PM

Thanks for the 101 on centre stand deployment chaps.........

That is how I do it, what I was hinting at was with my left hand steadying the bar, it moved slightly and caused me to recheck the clamps.

With single bolt clamps they are fine and simple to tighten, but with these two bolt clamps each bolt has to tightened against the other about 3 or 4 times and there is always a bit more when checked.

If you tighten one up then the other and leave it at that - they will move ! A bit of a balancing act and probably something to do with CNC alloy clamps.

jscgdunn · February 10, 2015, 04:29:09 PM

When putting the bike on the centre stand, use the passenger grab handle, (LHS), put all of your weight on the centre stand (rather than pulling too hard on the handlebars) lift on both the left handlebar and the grab handle. Easy once you get the technique mastered. Takes surprisingly little effort, considering the weight of the bike.

At least that is how I do it....the heavier you are the easier it is.......

FJmonkey · February 10, 2015, 05:02:12 PM

Quote from: jscgdunn on February 10, 2015, 04:29:09 PM
When putting the bike on the centre stand, use the passenger grab handle, (LHS), put all of your weight on the centre stand (rather than pulling too hard on the handlebars) lift on both the left handlebar and the grab handle. Easy once you get the technique mastered. Takes surprisingly little effort, considering the weight of the bike.

At least that is how I do it....the heavier you are the easier it is.......

I find that shifting my 170+ pounds (77.11KG) on to the center stand while lifting up from the grab location allows me to do this with filp-flop sandals. I don't need to pull the front handles at all, just keeping the front stable. I have also noticed that after I raised the rear end with dog bones, this process got way easier, like I need less than half the effort.

Pat Conlon · February 10, 2015, 06:37:46 PM

Quote from: FJmonkey on February 10, 2015, 05:02:12 PM
......I have also noticed that after I raised the rear end with dog bones, this process got way easier....

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Mark, I've been meaning to ask, how's that coming along?

Is there anything I can help you with?

FJmonkey · February 10, 2015, 07:25:38 PM

Quote from: Pat Conlon on February 10, 2015, 06:37:46 PM
Quote from: FJmonkey on February 10, 2015, 05:02:12 PM
......I have also noticed that after I raised the rear end with dog bones, this process got way easier....

<off topic alert>

Mark, I've been meaning to ask, how's that coming along?

Is there anything I can help you with?

Pat, PM will be sent shortly....

ribbert · February 11, 2015, 04:27:37 AM

Quote from: jscgdunn on February 10, 2015, 04:29:09 PM
When putting the bike on the centre stand, use the passenger grab handle, (LHS).....

Jeff, I take it you mean the lifting handle under the LHS seat, not the the passenger grab handle.

Noel

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