What to do first?

[WhiteBeard]

Aha, i knew there were something that i had missed.
The hunt for a new front wheel have begun. Luckely i have 6 months of winter to find one 

Cheers
Ken

While you're at it, you might also look for another brake master cylinder (14mm being the most popular alternative me thinks).
It gives you a much nicer feel.

Here's some links for ya:
http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=6599
http://www.fjowners.com/index.php?topic=1380

And don't forget to change the brake lines to braided ones.
Then you could install Randys fork valves and fork brace, then... then...

Koookalooooo!!!!


Nat

[keand3]

Thanks for the tip Nat.

Wil deffently look into it 

Last night i was supposed to take my fork of, but never got that far. (were supposed to pick up my new 89 fork and the blue spot calipets in exchange for the old fork)
Turned out the fairing waden't as easy to take out as i tought. Over the years all bolt, nuts and screws ave been change to different types, and everything made of rubber needs to bee changed. Were a nightmare getting it of without breaking anything

So i found a website fron The Netherlands/Holland that had allmost every stock item to FJ modells, not so bad prices either. http://www.cmsnl.com/

Cheers
Ken

[keand3]

Look up the part# and send Randy a e-mail. He can get you oem parts.

Randy's on case, what an excellent service!!

[keand3]

I stil l only have stock front wheel and brake disc, will the new calipers work on stock disk?

You need a later model front wheel (89+) or even better, a 3.5'' FZR1000 wheel (87-88). The Blue Dots will not bolt onto the earlier model wheels.
Here's a great guide that will tell you all you need to know about the upgrade.

Good luck!

/Nat

Nat, this is the awnser i got from an used part deler regardig my question  if he had a 87-88 FZR1000 wheel in store that i could bolt on my 89 fork ( same guy who will deliver my mew fork)

"You should probably not try them they do not fit use one fj1200 wheels"
Am not really sure what his awnser is based on thoug..
Is there other parts than from a stock 89 wheel would need to bolt on a FRZ1000 wheel ?

It seems that a lot of dealers should have taken a trip to the fjowners forum for an update on information 

Cheers

Ken

[Pat Conlon]

It's the same wheel as the FJ wheel, only it's 3.5" wide....the dealer is wrong. We know more than he does.
Everything that fits the 17" FJ wheel, fits the '87/88 FZR rim, axle, spacers, speedo drive, rotors, everything.

[keand3]

It's the same wheel as the FJ wheel, only it's 3.5" wide....the dealer is wrong. We know more than he does.
Everything that fits the 17" FJ wheel, fits the '87/88 FZR rim, axle, spacers, speedo drive, rotors, everything.

It's amazing how people you would consider as professionals, lack knowledge regarding parts, comaibility and so on... After all the information i have received here in this FJ comunity, there is no doubt in who i trust

[1tinindian]

It's the same wheel as the FJ wheel, only it's 3.5" wide....the dealer is wrong. We know more than he does.
Everything that fits the 17" FJ wheel, fits the '87/88 FZR rim, axle, spacers, speedo drive, rotors, everything.

It's amazing how people you would consider as professionals, lack knowledge regarding parts, comaibility and so on... After all the information i have received here in this FJ comunity, there is no doubt in who i trust

You can trust Pat...he knows his shit and isn't afraid the share it!

To be honest, most everyone here is about the same, damn good bunch!

Leon

[Pat Conlon]

Right on Leon...
We have a unique community here.
We eat, sleep, breathe FJ's. Currently we have 2,674 members worldwide, and we all bring something to the table.

It's the power of the increment. Between us, we have many, many years of collected experience.  

[keand3]

Right on Leon...
We have a unique community here.
We eat, sleep, breathe FJ's. Currently we have 2,674 members worldwide, and we all bring something to the table.

It's the power of the increment. Between us, we have many, many years of collected experience.  

[keand3]

Went and got my new(used) 89 forks today, and my blue dot calipers will bee shipped tomorrow

The dealer still wouldn't be live the FZR 87-88 rim/wheel would fit my new (used) forks :-)
I didn't bother trying to explain anymore,  and just said it would bee my Laos if it dint fit. Something it will..

Hopefully he find a fzr wheel in his storage or else i just have to go with a stock 89 wheel one season
Anyway, a new brakedisk is a must on new wheel and calipers, but there are hundreds to choose from... 
298mm is what i have been recommended..

[keand3]

It's the same wheel as the FJ wheel, only it's 3.5" wide....the dealer is wrong. We know more than he does.
Everything that fits the 17" FJ wheel, fits the '87/88 FZR rim, axle, spacers, speedo drive, rotors, everything.

Pat,
Is the gear unit assy. the same on the 86 and 89 wheel? The parts look a like, but what i can see they have different part number..

Cheers

Ken

[Pat Conlon]

The speedo drive will fit just fine but the '86 speedo drive is geared for the 16" 120/80 front tire
The '89 speedo drive is geared for the slightly larger 17" 120/70 tire.
It's ok to use the '86 speedo drive understanding that your speedo will read just a tad slower that your actual speed. Like less than 1%. No worries.

[keand3]

The speedo drive will fit just fine but the '86 speedo drive is geared for the 16" 120/80 front tire
The '89 speedo drive is geared for the slightly larger 17" 120/70 tire.
It's ok to use the '86 speedo drive understanding that your speedo will read just a tad slower that your actual speed. Like less than 1%. No worries.

Aha
I can live with 1%.. :-) Thanks Pat. Yours and this community's knowledge is a life saver! :-)
I know for sure that i learn something new every time i visit this forum.


But, If were to get a hold of an FZR wheel, Will the speedo wire fit? I might not get a complet set so i probably have to order axel etc.

Cheers

Ken

[Pat Conlon]

It's the same wheel as the FJ wheel, only it's 3.5" wide....the dealer is wrong. We know more than he does.
Everything that fits the 17" FJ wheel, fits the '87/88 FZR rim, axle, spacers, speedo drive, rotors, everything.

[FJmonkey]

It's the same wheel as the FJ wheel, only it's 3.5" wide....the dealer is wrong. We know more than he does.
Everything that fits the 17" FJ wheel, fits the '87/88 FZR rim, axle, spacers, speedo drive, rotors, everything.

This is Pat quoting himself.... Not sure why, but there it is....