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Started by BoTyGuy, January 01, 2016, 04:07:59 PM

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BoTyGuy

January 01, 2016, 04:07:59 PM
I found this site while researching a carb problem. What a great resource! My name is Kerry. I own 3 FJ1200's; '89,'87, '86. The '87 is basically a parts bike at this point. The others are drivers. Also own a CBX, a couple of Bridgestones, a 750 seca, etc. Appreciate being part of the community.
The only thing better than speed....is more speed.

'89 FJ1200    '93 VLX1100                     '66 Honda S65
'86 FJ1200    '65 Bridgestone Sport 60    '80 CB 750-Four
'79 CBX         Bridgestone 90M Surf Rider       ..............& others

TexasDave

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January 01, 2016, 04:28:12 PM
Welcome Kerry. In my opinion this is the best FJ site. Not so sure of the inmates here though.   :biggrin:  Dave
A pistol is like a parachute, if you need one and don't have one you will never need one again.

FJmonkey

#2
January 01, 2016, 04:35:44 PM
Welcome Kerry, I also own an '86 (down for rebuild) and an '89, can't have too many if you have the room. Enjoy our digital campfire during the cold season and attend a rally near you when you can. It changes your perspective when you meet other like minded FJowners and spend time with them. It changed me, I have not missed a rally since my first in 2011. I think many of us are inmates for a long time, not looking for a way out, we like it here...
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

#3
January 01, 2016, 04:59:46 PM
Welcome Kerry ! If you ever get a chance check out a rally :).
George
Life isn't about having the best, but about making the best of what you have...

1990 FJ 1200

aviationfred

#4
January 01, 2016, 05:33:23 PM
Welcome to the forum  :hi:

Tell us where you are from.

This is a world wide forum and with over 4600 members there is sure to be others near you. There is a location map to pin yourself and find other members near you.

http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=10618.0


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

Pat Conlon

#5
January 01, 2016, 08:28:24 PM
Welcome Kerry!

Did you get your carb problem sorted?

So, a CBX eh? Tell me all about it. I think they are the finest sounding motorcycles ever made. The Porsche like howl out of that Honda inline 6 is intoxicatingly sublime.

Oh yea, our FJ's sound good too....

Cheers
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

BoTyGuy

#6
January 01, 2016, 08:36:21 PM
Quote from: TexasDave on January 01, 2016, 04:28:12 PM
Welcome Kerry. In my opinion this is the best FJ site. Not so sure of the inmates here though.   :biggrin:  Dave
Thanks Dave. I should fit right in.
The only thing better than speed....is more speed.

'89 FJ1200    '93 VLX1100                     '66 Honda S65
'86 FJ1200    '65 Bridgestone Sport 60    '80 CB 750-Four
'79 CBX         Bridgestone 90M Surf Rider       ..............& others

BoTyGuy

#7
January 01, 2016, 08:52:24 PM
Quote from: Pat Conlon on January 01, 2016, 08:28:24 PM
Welcome Kerry!

Did you get your carb problem sorted?

So, a CBX eh? Tell me all about it. I think they are the finest sounding motorcycles ever made. The Porsche like howl out of that Honda inline 6 is intoxicatingly sublime.

Oh yea, our FJ's sound good too....

Cheers
Hi Pat,  thanks for the welcome. Still working on the problem. It parallels another members problem, and I noticed some post info about the choke plungers possibly being old and not seating that made sense, so I'm chasing it down. All my FJ's are originally from the Stockton area, having belonged to a friend of mine until recently, when I brought them here to Idaho. The CBX is a '79, recent acquisition, but I have owned them before. It's a very nice piece, but I need to replace mufflers, as the former owner swapped some Hyabusa cans on to it, and they look like crap. You are right about the sound though. My previous '80 had a Kerker 6-1, and it always got attention. I'll try to update my personal info tonight. I'm also a Salt Flat guy, partnered in a current BMMP build we're trying to get ready for shake down in August. Again, thanks for the welcome nod.
The only thing better than speed....is more speed.

'89 FJ1200    '93 VLX1100                     '66 Honda S65
'86 FJ1200    '65 Bridgestone Sport 60    '80 CB 750-Four
'79 CBX         Bridgestone 90M Surf Rider       ..............& others

fj johnnie

#8
January 01, 2016, 08:54:19 PM
 Welcome aboard.

BoTyGuy

#9
January 01, 2016, 08:56:14 PM
Thanks FJJ. Looks like a fun group.
The only thing better than speed....is more speed.

'89 FJ1200    '93 VLX1100                     '66 Honda S65
'86 FJ1200    '65 Bridgestone Sport 60    '80 CB 750-Four
'79 CBX         Bridgestone 90M Surf Rider       ..............& others

movenon

#10
January 01, 2016, 09:25:01 PM
Quote from: BoTyGuy on January 01, 2016, 08:56:14 PM
Thanks FJJ. Looks like a fun group.

"To Idaho"  I am in Meridian. :).
George
Life isn't about having the best, but about making the best of what you have...

1990 FJ 1200

BoTyGuy

#11
January 01, 2016, 09:36:58 PM
Quote from: movenon on January 01, 2016, 09:25:01 PM
Quote from: BoTyGuy on January 01, 2016, 08:56:14 PM
Thanks FJJ. Looks like a fun group.

"To Idaho"  I am in Meridian. :).
George
Awesome. We'll hook up when it's warm for a little ride. I'll stay in touch.
The only thing better than speed....is more speed.

'89 FJ1200    '93 VLX1100                     '66 Honda S65
'86 FJ1200    '65 Bridgestone Sport 60    '80 CB 750-Four
'79 CBX         Bridgestone 90M Surf Rider       ..............& others

BoTyGuy

#12
January 01, 2016, 09:58:23 PM
Quote from: aviationfred on January 01, 2016, 05:33:23 PM
Welcome to the forum  :hi:

Tell us where you are from.

This is a world wide forum and with over 4600 members there is sure to be others near you. There is a location map to pin yourself and find other members near you.

http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=10618.0


Fred
Thanks Fred; Got it done. I was born not far from you, and get through there a couple of times a year. My cousins still live there. I'll ping you sometime this summer.
The only thing better than speed....is more speed.

'89 FJ1200    '93 VLX1100                     '66 Honda S65
'86 FJ1200    '65 Bridgestone Sport 60    '80 CB 750-Four
'79 CBX         Bridgestone 90M Surf Rider       ..............& others

Mike 86 in San Dimas

#13
January 26, 2016, 09:47:11 PM
I know Caldwell Id. Been there several times visiting kin folk (attempt at farm talk). My folks lived in Caldwell for a spell. My cousin Gary has camel that makes many of the local parades. Single humper. I'll be out there in July for my sons wedding in Boise. If I manage to pack the FJ and can work it out, maybe you George and I can make a run.  :drinks:

moparman70

#14
January 27, 2016, 10:29:50 AM
Quote from: BoTyGuy on January 01, 2016, 04:07:59 PM
I found this site while researching a carb problem. What a great resource! My name is Kerry. I own 3 FJ1200's; '89,'87, '86. The '87 is basically a parts bike at this point. The others are drivers. Also own a CBX, a couple of Bridgestones, a 750 seca, etc. Appreciate being part of the community.


AND ... a Camaro

Welcome to the forum -- we always can use another car guy

     
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