updating an FJ?

loudwhat? · October 19, 2011, 03:40:37 PM

i have a 85 FJ1100 and i was thinking of updating the fairings on it to like a R1 or something of the likes. i was wondering if anyone has done this and what is the closest, best match up out there as i dont want months of mods to make it work.

also on a side note i need to add fluid to my front shocks, what is the best way to do that?

RichBaker · October 19, 2011, 07:48:31 PM

Don't know about the fairing...... Are the forks leaking? If so, they should be pulled and taken apart, seals and bushings replaced and new fluid added. Otherwise, you can pull the fork caps and add as necessary. The best way is to remove the springs and fully compress the forks, and measure the level. Best results are with the level around 130mm from the top of the tube.

Good luck.

loudwhat? · October 19, 2011, 10:00:31 PM

the forks arent leaking, the guy i bought it from rebuilt them and didnt put enough fluid in them. but thank you for the insite

FJTillDeath · October 20, 2011, 01:47:35 AM

If you really wanna update your FJ to an R1 you could do what this guy did.. and just shape the fairing differently. Its really nifty but a bit over the top, expect to put a lot of time into it

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Different colour would do nicely. Look on youtube for other examples there are quite a few

FJTillDeath · October 20, 2011, 04:59:19 AM

You could also speak to member Sideburns, this is what he did with his FJ

loudwhat? · October 20, 2011, 09:23:05 AM

i like sideburns bike but i like the head lights on the pink one i dont mind minor mods i just dont want to spend years doing it LOL i have (as bad as it is to do ) F4i plastics that look like it could work but im not a big fan of butchering a bike like that LOL

FJTillDeath · October 20, 2011, 09:30:31 AM

Best to do Is find a fairing slightly bigger or design one and take it to someone who can forge it. I say bigger because its easier to cut away than add on. Besides it isnt that hard to add mounting brackets, simple welding(just dont weaken the frame.

It is expensive though so if you have the cash then go for it

The rule is, put in the time and effort and expect to be happy. DO it rushed and not taking care and expect to be disappointed

loudwhat? · October 20, 2011, 10:34:51 AM

i have no problem welding and i can fiberglass to do some custom stuff. i am just doing research so i can learn from others mistakes LOL

Sideburns · October 20, 2011, 01:41:19 PM

Just go ahead and buy the fairing you like. Nothing is going to fit anyway, so all the work you do is best spent on something you like.
You can buy pretty nice imitation fairing for race use.

It,s never going to fit the frame exactly, because it'll to be designed for a different frame, not your frame.
I have a Honda CBR tank (modified) which has a large...err.....coolling opening between the frame and the tank.....

Good luck!

loudwhat? · October 20, 2011, 03:13:20 PM

thanks for the info figured i could make almost anything work i just didnt know if there was some that worked better than others.

Brook · October 20, 2011, 07:57:27 PM

....... I know what I say, on this FJ web site, does not matter. But,

To be honest, until watching the video. I did not think there was another person on this plant, that has done more work to their FJ, then I

that is impressive !!

racerman_27410 · October 21, 2011, 12:16:18 AM

modifiers ROCK!

thats all i've got to say about that.

KOokaloo!

FJTillDeath · October 26, 2011, 02:36:09 AM

It doesnt matter how the lady is dressed(the FJ) or even if she is undressed. The engines are really popular and thats what makes them sort after. As sideburns mentioned, the CBR fairings are a good place to start, very big too, if you want something a little older then a Honda RC fairing could do as well, whatever you do just get in there an do it

Sideburns · October 26, 2011, 11:02:37 AM

I'm really thinking about redoing mine.
You can come pick up this fairing in the Netherlands.

We usually do bussines with the currency called "beer"
Some nice Belgium Triple will get you a long way...

FJTillDeath · October 27, 2011, 03:09:24 AM

Quote from: Sideburns on October 26, 2011, 11:02:37 AM
I'm really thinking about redoing mine.
You can come pick up this fairing in the Netherlands.

We usually do bussines with the currency called "beer"
Some nice Belgium Triple will get you a long way...

name the account to transfer the funds into and I'll take that body work off of you

LOL I wish, but you really do have one of the best looking FJ mods I have seen around, really great sporty look. I unfortunately dont have the time skill or funds to such a project at current

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