Hello from Worcestershire.

[Cobblesmacker]

Bought an FJ1200 as my first bike... well second but I had my first bike for exactly a month before it was stolen so it doesn't count.
The new lady, The Shangri-La Express, Is a '95, NON-abs, FJ1200 with ~65,000 miles on the clock. A UK model, I'm sure. Being old and tatty, the first thing I did was paint her matte black (yes, I'm one of those).

Quick warning, expect many silly questions. I'm a complete newbie to motorcycle maintenance.

[FJmonkey]

Welcome to the club, use the search function first. Then if you can't find it ask away.

[ribbert]

Bought an FJ1200 as my first bike... well second but I had my first bike for exactly a month before it was stolen so it doesn't count.
The new lady, The Shangri-La Express, Is a '95, NON-abs, FJ1200 with ~65,000 miles on the clock. A UK model, I'm sure. Being old and tatty, the first thing I did was paint her matte black (yes, I'm one of those).

Quick warning, expect many silly questions. I'm a complete newbie to motorcycle maintenance.

You have just raised the bar considerably, "Shangri-La- Express", very exotic, I like it.

Welcome.

Noel

[aviationfred]

Welcome to the forum

There are subtle differences in the generations of the FJ. When purchasing used parts, if you have a thought on whether or not an earlier year part will work on yours, it may be a good idea to ask here first. It could save you some cash.


Fred

[Cobblesmacker]

Thanks for the warm welcome and tips.

[fj1289]

Bought an FJ1200 as my first bike... well second but I had my first bike for exactly a month before it was stolen so it doesn't count.
The new lady, The Shangri-La Express, Is a '95, NON-abs, FJ1200 with ~65,000 miles on the clock. A UK model, I'm sure. Being old and tatty, the first thing I did was paint her matte black (yes, I'm one of those).

Quick warning, expect many silly questions. I'm a complete newbie to motorcycle maintenance.

Welcome!

Nothing wrong with flat black!   Mine's been that way now for 15+ years - and Fred did a very nice example with the fairing lowers and decals

[Firehawk068]

Welcome Cobblesmacker!

By the way, you guys have "Awesome-Sauce"!

[Cobblesmacker]

Welcome!

Nothing wrong with flat black!   Mine's been that way now for 15+ years - and Fred did a very nice example with the fairing lowers and decals

A very nice job indeed. I love that exhaust, I want to upgrade my slip on, preferably without jetting. I have the remus 4-1 system and it's quiet

you guys have "Awesome-Sauce"!

Hey man. I have heard... haha... might even try some if I ever move.

[fj1289]

Nice job on the shark teeth!

[Russfjr1]

Hi Cobblesmacker your not that far away from me in Worcestershire and me in Shropshire. Will have to have a coffee one day     Do you ever get to the Medway Prees Heath? 

[Cobblesmacker]

Hey Russ, can't say I have ever been. Like the hills you have there, I was thinking of them as I may be going camping tomorrow for a night or two. If I'm ever going your way, I'll let you know. Whereish are you?

[Russfjr1]

Hey Russ, can't say I have ever been. Like the hills you have there, I was thinking of them as I may be going camping tomorrow for a night or two. If I'm ever going your way, I'll let you know. Whereish are you?
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Shrewsbury, get a lot of bikes turning up at the Medway truck stop just outside Whitchurch, Thursday nights as a norm but it's a good place to stop anytime.