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Started by FJmonkey, April 26, 2015, 07:13:52 PM

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FJmonkey

April 26, 2015, 07:13:52 PM
I got the shiny bits bolted back on and cleaned up for a ride today. Rode up the Crest, wary of others riding in my lane due to recent news... I passed an '84 FJ (Red and Silver) going down so I pulled over and chased it down. Caught up and made contact, pulled over and off he went... Guess he did not want to talk....  :ireful:

Got to Newcomb's Ranch and had a cup O' Chilli, good stuff. Took a pick of the shiny bits and ran back home....



I am really liking the RPM rear shock... Still getting used to it but my confidence is growing like the RPM fork valves. I had a few miles to burn off the rear end today and I was pleasantly surprised to see my Chicken Strips cut in half when I looked at my rear tire...



I also hit the wear bars so new skins next weekend on the rear for the WCR....
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

Mark Olson

#1
April 26, 2015, 07:42:41 PM
oohhh shiny,, me likey ..  :good2:
Mark O.
86 fj1200
sac ca.

                           " Get off your ass and Ride"

Pat Conlon

#2
April 26, 2015, 07:47:12 PM
Looking good Mark :good2:

Next, we work on those white rims.....
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

aviationfred

#3
April 26, 2015, 07:49:49 PM
Quote from: Pat Conlon on April 26, 2015, 07:47:12 PM


Next, we work on those white rims.....



Almost as out of place as Periwinkle  :wacko2:

BTW, the exhaust looks marvelous  :good:


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

ribbert

#4
April 26, 2015, 08:28:45 PM
Quote from: FJmonkey on April 26, 2015, 07:13:52 PM
I also hit the wear bars so new skins next weekend on the rear for the WCR....

Mark, what pressure do you run in your tyre?

Noel
"Tell a wise man something he doesn't know and he'll thank you, tell a fool something he doesn't know and he'll abuse you"

movenon

#5
April 26, 2015, 08:37:53 PM
That's a good looking ride Mark ! Sounds like you are pushing it pretty hard :).  I admire how you guys can ride. Take care my friend.  :drinks:
George
Life isn't about having the best, but about making the best of what you have...

1990 FJ 1200

Cash Dereszynski

#6
April 26, 2015, 10:05:49 PM
Quote from: Pat Conlon on April 26, 2015, 07:47:12 PM
Looking good Mark :good2:

Next, we work on those white rims.....
LOL
Fuck it,let's ride.

andyoutandabout

#7
April 27, 2015, 12:00:11 AM
Mark, I too have run across another Fj and made efforts to 'make contact', then told them all about this great forum. Never had one sign up. Perhaps our Fj aura is just too overwhelming for some?
Oh well, keep spreading the word.
Andy
life without a bike is just life

FJmonkey

#8
April 27, 2015, 09:03:09 AM
Quote from: ribbert on April 26, 2015, 08:28:45 PM
Quote from: FJmonkey on April 26, 2015, 07:13:52 PM
I also hit the wear bars so new skins next weekend on the rear for the WCR....

Mark, what pressure do you run in your tyre?

Noel

I run the front at 42 and rear at 40.
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

FJmonkey

#9
April 27, 2015, 09:06:27 AM
Quote from: andyoutandabout on April 27, 2015, 12:00:11 AM
Mark, I too have run across another Fj and made efforts to 'make contact', then told them all about this great forum. Never had one sign up. Perhaps our Fj aura is just too overwhelming for some?
Oh well, keep spreading the word.
Andy

Considering he was leaving a popular motorcycle hangout near my house, I have a good chance of seeing him again, parked...
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

1tinindian

#10
April 27, 2015, 10:54:25 AM
Great start on the polishing Mark, now, about those wheels, Pat and I could lead you further down the path, if you so choose.
"I want to be free to ride my machine without being hassled by the "man"!
91 FJ1200

FJmonkey

#11
April 27, 2015, 01:10:59 PM
Quote from: 1tinindian on April 27, 2015, 10:54:25 AM
Great start on the polishing Mark, now, about those wheels, Pat and I could lead you further down the path, if you so choose.

The rear wheel get some attention next considering it needs new skin. I don't plan to polish it yet but I will clean it up and add some fresh paint.
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

FJmonkey

#12
May 04, 2015, 08:23:59 PM
Last Sat I put new rubber on the rear and some cosmetic changes to the rear wheel.

Out with the White, masked off the raw aluminum.



A touch of Gold to enhance the new FJ colors...


Then off to scrub in the fresh skin...

Newcomb's Ranch had a major event, I have never seen this place this packed...





They even had a live band...



Walking the lot was fun, bikes of all makes and years, no other FJs though.... But plenty of nice things to look at....
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

Firehawk068

#13
May 05, 2015, 07:28:02 AM
Nice job Mark!
I am really liking the gold.  :good:

I also enjoy walking the lot at "Bike Night" or Ride-Ins like that.
It's fun to see the variety of bikes that people bring out.
Alan H.
Denver, CO
'90 FJ1200

moparman70

#14
May 05, 2015, 10:55:37 AM
looking good Mark --- paint job looks perfect ---- now you have to keep them clean....... but considering they were white before you must be in good practice.

The white front should be easy to paint now to complete the job.

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