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010815: |
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Silver / Blue 1997 FJ1200 |
(Updated: 2004.6.13) |
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| Purchased: |
May 2002 |
| Usage: |
58,000 kilometers, Street/Sport, Touring. |
| Tires: |
Metzeler ME Z2 |
| Owner: |
Leif Sunde
Email to Leif Sunde
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| Location: |
Europe (Northern) -- Kristiansand
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| Experience: |
3
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| Bikes Owned: |
2
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Modifications:
BSM-Vampire
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KE06KA00104: |
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RED & BLACK FLAMES 1989 FJ 1200S |
(Updated: 2004.6.11) |
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| Purchased: |
05/04 |
| Usage: |
13,000 miles, Street/Sport. |
| Tires: |
AVON |
| Owner: |
MRBIGGASZ
Email to MRBIGGASZ
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| Location: |
USA (NorthEast) -- ATLANTIC CITY,NJ
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| Experience: |
20 YRS
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| Bikes Owned: |
2
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Modifications:
SWEET PAINT JOB,VANCE & HINES EXHAUST
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Problems:
WHEN HOT START MOTOR IS STICKY
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For Sale:
STOCK KIKER EXHAUST, FUEL PUMP
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1TX011232: |
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black 1987 fj1200 1tx |
(Updated: 2004.6.5) |
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| Purchased: |
01/2002 |
| Usage: |
100,000 kilometers, Touring, Other. |
| Tires: |
Pirelli Sport Demon |
| Owner: |
type_o_mike
Email to type_o_mike
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| Location: |
Europe (Western) -- Belgium
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| Experience: |
6
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| Bikes Owned: |
3
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Accessories:
Selfmade Topcase carrier with Krauser topcase
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Modifications:
Antidive disabled White power forksprings
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Problems:
No major problems
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Comments:
Great tourbike Visit www.fj1200.nl
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3CV003017: |
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Silky White/Silver 1989 FJ1200 3CV |
(Updated: 2004.5.31) |
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| Purchased: |
January 2004 |
| Usage: |
47,000 miles, Touring. |
| Tires: |
Bridgestones, superb! |
| Owner: |
Jake Drummond
Phone: 01592 650562
Email to Jake Drummond
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| Location: |
UK -- Fife, Scotland
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| Experience: |
Nearly 40 years of riding, Scrambles Sidecars, Enduro, Road
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| Bikes Owned: |
50 plus
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Accessories:
None required, Mr Yamaha did it right!
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Modifications:
None as yet, but may consider extra lighting up front later if I keep the FJ, as it gets dark up here!
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Problems:
Bought stolen and recovered but unstarted! Alarm kept the bike so safe that I couldn't start it, but my AutoSpark sorted it out! He binned the Alarm as it went haywire and had a mind of its own! I'm busy fitting new tyres and fork springs (OE) as they were sagged, and a new rear disc, and have replaced the seat cover and locks, and the crook-damaged seat hump and side panels. All match nicely, and bought from E Bay sellers. BUT why do the bars need raising to make it comfy? I'm six foot tall and my wrists ache after 150 miles or so.
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Comments:
Fabulous, comfy (except for the bars) and superbly reliable fast, fast tourer but oh! so! heavy! Will blow away big BMW's for speed, comfort, all day riding ability and lower costs in insurance, spares and fuel. Such a good bike I'm surprised that there are not more left standard. My only regret is that through my off road years I've got myself a dodgy right knee and manouvering in and out of the garage and in traffic is becoming a pain. I'll persevere for another month or so of the summer and if things don't improve I will reluctantly have to consider selling for something lighter. Or fit a sidecar?? And I know what you're saying "Too old, get a car" I have one but the bike is for fun!
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For Sale:
Possible sale, at around £1200, or consider exchange for something with a taller riding position and less weight! The FJ has all old MOT certificates, will have brand new tyres fitted, new rear disc, new un-sat-on seat cover and OE fork springs. OR does anyone have a top yoke conversion to take 'normal' bars clamps, or bar raisers to take the standard FJ clip ons?
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3BC000567: |
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Silver/Red 1988 FJ1200 |
(Updated: 2004.5.28) |
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| Purchased: |
23/05/2003 |
| Usage: |
89,000 kilometers, Street/Sport, Touring. |
| Tires: |
Bridgestone |
| Owner: |
Greg
Email to Greg
http://members.dodo.com.au/~lmandgj
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| Location: |
Australia (Western) -- Perth
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| Experience: |
12 years riding
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| Bikes Owned: |
5
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Accessories:
GearSack Rack and Bag.Slip on Staintune can
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Modifications:
Slip on Staintune can.
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Problems:
Vibration problem which seems ,as mentioned from others here,to be a fairing problem but not sure exactly where.Vibration at the grips also.Had to remove air box feed as carbs were not getting enough air(incorrect jets by previous owner).
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Comments:
Looks like i will be stripping the fairing off to locate the problem,correct jet problem and look for vibration in handgrips. Still a great touring bike though.2nd one i have owned
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JYA1UXOO1GA000249: |
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Red-White 1986 FJ 1200 |
(Updated: 2004.5.21) |
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| Purchased: |
May 1989 |
| Usage: |
129,956 miles, Street/Sport. |
| Tires: |
Mez-2 rear Pirelli Dragon GT front |
| Owner: |
G M Landis
Phone: 770 487 6803
Email to G M Landis
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| Location: |
USA (SouthEast) -- Tyrone GA
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| Experience: |
34yearsstreet 31years offroad
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| Bikes Owned: |
14
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Accessories:
Corbin saddle,Zero gravity windshield,Eclipse soft bags.Fiamm horns and relay
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Modifications:
Dyno-jet stage III jet kit,Supertrapp slip-ons,Intake cam degreed to 104,Exhaust cam degreed to 106,ignition advanced 5 degrees,Orient Express coil spring kit in clutch,89 FJ1200 fork springs,100/80 H-4 and relay
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Problems:
Fuel tap replaced,Reserve module replaced and needs replaced to make reserve work,Fatigue cracks in left air scoop.
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Comments:
Haven't worn it out yet!Engine is never taken apart original.Always use Mobile 1 15-50,uses pint in 1500mi.Still running original clutch plates.Recently replaced float seat o-rings and Found float level too high .
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1TX001346: |
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Red/White 1986 FJ1200 |
(Updated: 2004.5.19) |
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| Purchased: |
Jan 04 |
| Usage: |
41,355 miles, Street/Sport, Touring. |
| Tires: |
Bridgestone |
| Owner: |
Tony Billing
Phone: +44 1372 747360
Email to Tony Billing
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| Location: |
UK -- Epsom
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| Experience: |
9 Years
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| Bikes Owned: |
4
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Problems:
Brakes are terrible!
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1UX002951: |
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Blue & white 1986 FJ1200 |
(Updated: 2004.5.17) |
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| Purchased: |
3 days ago |
| Usage: |
33,000 miles, Street/Sport, Touring, Other. |
| Tires: |
Continental [Front] Michelin [rear] |
| Owner: |
Eddie Creed
Phone: +27 828959796
Email to Eddie Creed
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| Location: |
Africa (Southern) -- Mossel Bay
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| Experience: |
Riding since the age of 4 [now 43]
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| Bikes Owned: |
7
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Accessories:
Nothing yet
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Modifications:
Nothing yet
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Problems:
Bought it 3 days ago with leaking fork seals and limited disc brake pads so handling and brakes are putrid. Rode it from Worcester in the Cape to Mossel Bay with no further problems.
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Comments:
My 1 WJ elsewhere on this site handles like a dream. This one seems heavy, but will rectify in time. Will be fitting a 160 Michelin rear this afternoon which will also improve matters. Have already repainted the engine gloss black, removed unsightly stickers and need to remove original pipe and fit 4 into 1. Overall this bike compares very well with my 1 WJ that is being repaired and will live up to the legendary repute as is expected of these stunning bikes.
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002995: |
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Custom? changes every few years 1986 FJ1200 |
(Updated: 2004.5.16) |
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| Purchased: |
october 1, 2003 |
| Usage: |
26,555 miles, Street/Sport, Touring. |
| Tires: |
Ask my mechanic |
| Owner: |
David
Phone: Bay Area
Email to David
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| Location: |
USA (California) --
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| Experience: |
5 years riding all in Beautiful CaLLI both NORCAL and SOCAL
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| Bikes Owned: |
4
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Accessories:
Ventura Rack 12V outlet Upgraded battery and Pan
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Modifications:
Considering Dyna CDI and coils and stage 2 SupperTrapp 4into 1
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Problems:
Doesn't want to start without choke unless its 80 degrees plus outside privious owner downed it on both sides!!!!!!
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Comments:
I LOVE this BIKE it is great. Havent braved over 135 yet, did I mention I love this bike?
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1YA1WJ009GA000622: |
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RED & WHITE 1986 FJ1200 |
(Updated: 2004.5.11) |
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| Purchased: |
AUGUST 2003 |
| Usage: |
43,000 miles, Street/Sport, Touring, Other. |
| Tires: |
R-MICHELIN F-BRIDGESTONE |
| Owner: |
Eddie Creed
Phone: +27 828959796
Email to Eddie Creed
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| Location: |
Africa (Southern) -- Mossel bay , South Africa
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| Experience: |
Been riding since age of 4. 6 yrs of racing dirt & road track
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| Bikes Owned: |
5+
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Accessories:
Tank bag
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Modifications:
4 into 1, sport tourer screen, 160 x 80/16 Michelin 79X rear tyre,mini stalk rear indicators and a few minor differences to make her solely mine.
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Problems:
2nd gear, noisy primary chain when hot,
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Comments:
An excellent bike to ride and enjoy. Can handle any type of riding, whether scratching footpegs in mountain passes, on a highway at 180km/h, in town at 60km/h. Had a slight collision on the 14/3/04 into a cliff face, but nothing serious. Just bought another 87 FJ1200 to tide me over while mine is being doctored.
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JYA50H001FA012290: |
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white/red 1985 FJ1100 |
(Updated: 2004.4.25) |
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| Purchased: |
april 2004 |
| Usage: |
29,000 miles, Street/Sport, Touring. |
| Owner: |
jeff farber
Phone: 614-471-7606
Email to jeff farber
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| Location: |
USA (NorthCentral) -- columbus, ohio
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| Experience: |
5
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| Bikes Owned: |
4
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Modifications:
v&h exaust
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Problems:
dies if the throttle is not feathered at stops and at startup
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Comments:
i just purchased this bike and love it but its problem is making it hard to ride, any suggestions?
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JYA4CRE05PA003188: |
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Blue/Gray 93 ABS |
(Updated: 2004.4.22) |
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| Purchased: |
May 95 |
| Usage: |
22,500 miles, Street/Sport, Touring. |
| Tires: |
Avon Azaro |
| Owner: |
Steve/Lynn Lawton
Email to Steve/Lynn Lawton
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| Location: |
USA (NorthWest) -- Portland Oregon
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| Experience: |
32
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| Bikes Owned: |
6
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Accessories:
MotoLights Corbin Gunfigher/Lady.
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Modifications:
Dynojet, K&N,V&H SS2R, SuperBrace, Progressive Springs, Belray 10wt, Penske 8987 shock, EBC pads, 1 smaller on the countershaft.
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Problems:
Fairing a little buzy. Gas tank sings a bit after stopping when really hot, but never a problem.
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Comments:
Brought new in May 95 with 50 miles after a 30 mile test ride from Boulder Yamaha (Colorado). Really hard to find any fault with the J, especially after the modifications. Originally felt very heavy (to be expected since my previous bike was a Daytona Special) but dropping the stock exhaust and the Penske fixes most of that. Is confortable 2up (80 - 90% of our riding) in a sport touring mode and capable of "running pretty good" when pushed a bit. At least that's what the others say when we take a brake, just normal to us...
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For Sale:
Not Likely.
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JYA50H004EA002237: |
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red/sliver 1984 fj1100 |
(Updated: 2004.4.10) |
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| Purchased: |
3/95 |
| Usage: |
35,000 miles, Street/Sport. |
| Tires: |
DUNLOP/ 501F |
| Owner: |
GREG SCHOLER
Email to GREG SCHOLER
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| Location: |
USA (NorthCentral) -- MPLS. / MN
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| Experience: |
20 YEARS
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| Bikes Owned: |
3
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Modifications:
PIPE AND DYNO WORKE ALSO BACKCUT GEARS IN TRANS
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Problems:
2ND GEAR
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1TX010737: |
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Dark Green 1989 FJ1200 |
(Updated: 2004.4.8) |
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| Purchased: |
January 2003 |
| Usage: |
13,500 miles, Street/Sport, Touring. |
| Tires: |
Metzeler R / Bridgestone F |
| Owner: |
Henk Botma
Email to Henk Botma
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| Location: |
Africa (Southern) -- Centurion
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| Bikes Owned: |
4
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Modifications:
Braided hoses Yoshi cans
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Problems:
Leaking AD units. Solved the problem by disconnecting.
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Comments:
What a bike!!!
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JYA3SKE06KA000637: |
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stock 89 fj1200 |
(Updated: 2004.3.23) |
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| Purchased: |
11-29-03 |
| Usage: |
20,134 miles, Street/Sport. |
| Tires: |
dunlop |
| Owner: |
Joey Gray
Phone: 256-350-4928
Email to Joey Gray
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| Location: |
USA (SouthCentral) -- Decatur,Al
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| Experience: |
29
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| Bikes Owned: |
5
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Accessories:
corbin seat bigger mirrows
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Problems:
comes out of 2nd gear some times
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Comments:
gas-mileage is running at 35mpg smooooth . never hard power like this
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JYA4AYT02PA002289: |
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Black/Blue/Beige 1993 FJ1200E |
(Updated: 2004.3.22) |
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| Purchased: |
October 2002 |
| Usage: |
56,000 kilometers, Touring. |
| Tires: |
Michelin |
| Owner: |
Steve Leonard
Email to Steve Leonard
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| Location: |
Australia (Western) -- Perth
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| Experience: |
4 years general riding
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| Bikes Owned: |
2
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Accessories:
Rack and bag, Pipeline 4-1 exhaust
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Modifications:
New grips (Oxford - terrific), Fork and clutch seals replaced. Throttle lock repaired.
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Problems:
"singing" fuel tank, right hand goes numb after 50kms (need upgraded grips). Not enough hours in a day to spend riding it!
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Comments:
Finally, a fuel guage, tacho...even a clock! The power/torque is everything everyone claimed....oh boy!
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JYA3SKE10208: |
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white/blue 1990 FJ 1200 |
(Updated: 2004.3.13) |
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| Purchased: |
5/2003 |
| Usage: |
34,000 miles, Touring. |
| Tires: |
Avon |
| Owner: |
Toni
Email to Toni
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| Location: |
Europe (Northern) -- Finland
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| Bikes Owned: |
8
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JYA1UX008GA000488: |
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Red/White 1986 FJ1200 |
(Updated: 2004.3.12) |
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| Purchased: |
07/91 |
| Usage: |
13,800 miles, Street/Sport. |
| Tires: |
Bridgestone Battlax |
| Owner: |
Jim
Email to Jim
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| Location: |
USA (NorthCentral) -- Crystal Lake, Illinois
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| Experience: |
18
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| Bikes Owned: |
3
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Accessories:
None
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Modifications:
Bone Stock
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Problems:
Dirty carbs from sitting,always easy to fix.
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Comments:
My best friend races,he found this bike for me.I don't ride it much but with the variety of bikes I have had the pleasure of riding I still love this one.
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JYA1WJ008HA002346: |
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pearl white/red 1987 FJ1200 |
(Updated: 2004.3.10) |
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| Purchased: |
02/01/04 |
| Usage: |
23,774 miles, Street/Sport. |
| Tires: |
Dunlop |
| Owner: |
Leon Noel
Phone: 707-768-1721
Email to Leon Noel
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| Location: |
USA (California) -- Hydesville
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| Experience: |
32 years and counting
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| Bikes Owned: |
20+
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Accessories:
none
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Modifications:
bone stock
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Problems:
none
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Comments:
I had sold this bike a few years ago because I needed the money but was recently able to buy it back. This bike is in cherry condtion and has never been down. It will not be for sale again. There is nothing like pinning the throttle in 2nd gear on this machine and feeling my eyeballs sink into their sockets about a half inch from the G-force. Man, life is good. Everyone should have a FJ1200. Rock on!
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JYA50H002FA011097: |
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White/Red 1985 FJ1100 |
(Updated: 2004.3.9) |
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| Purchased: |
5/01 |
| Usage: |
27,000 miles, Street/Sport, Touring. |
| Tires: |
Michelin Macadam |
| Owner: |
Mike Haydon
Phone: 217-892-1658
Email to Mike Haydon
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| Location: |
USA (NorthCentral) -- Rantoul, IL.
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| Experience: |
26 years on the Street
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| Bikes Owned: |
1
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Accessories:
SuperTrapp Exhaust, Rear Fender Eliminator, Crash Bar, Bagster Tank Bag
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Modifications:
S.S. Brake Lines, S.S. Front Discs
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Problems:
THe Standard Venting Problem now and then
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Comments:
Most People think it is a late '90's bike, due to styling and condition, which is excellent.
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00697: |
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Purple 1985 FJ 1100 |
(Updated: 2004.3.7) |
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| Purchased: |
2001 |
| Usage: |
123,000 kilometers, Street/Sport, Touring. |
| Tires: |
michalin |
| Owner: |
Paul Williams
Phone: 0041 34422 8094
Email to Paul Williams
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| Location: |
Europe (Western) -- Bern Switzerland
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| Experience: |
22 Years
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| Bikes Owned: |
1
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JYA49A004EA000741: |
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matt black 1984 fj 600 |
(Updated: 2004.2.22) |
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| Purchased: |
may 2002 |
| Usage: |
18,000 kilometers, Other. |
| Owner: |
siebe de jong
Email to siebe de jong
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| Location: |
Europe (Western) -- leeuwarden
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| Experience: |
14 years
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| Bikes Owned: |
5
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Accessories:
none
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Modifications:
god rid of the top half put dubbel headlights on and sprayed matt black
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Problems:
none
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Comments:
new clutchplates
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For Sale:
for sale 500,-euro
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JYA50H002FA012802: |
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red/white 1985 fj 1100 |
(Updated: 2004.2.22) |
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| Purchased: |
march-2003 |
| Usage: |
58,000 kilometers, Other. |
| Tires: |
metzler |
| Owner: |
siebe de jong
Email to siebe de jong
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| Location: |
Europe (Western) -- leeuwarden
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| Experience: |
14 years
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| Bikes Owned: |
5
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Accessories:
cigaretlighter to power the air pump
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Modifications:
allu top yoke with superbike handlebars
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Problems:
none uptill now
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3CY005206: |
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blue/white 1992 1200 |
(Updated: 2004.2.21) |
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| Purchased: |
07 2003 |
| Usage: |
40,000 kilometers, Touring. |
| Tires: |
dunlop |
| Owner: |
Kuba Kaszczyński
Phone: 48501708307
Email to Kuba Kaszczyński
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| Location: |
Europe (Eastern) -- warsaw.poland
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| Experience: |
3 years
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| Bikes Owned: |
2
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Accessories:
no.
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Modifications:
I tried to attached gps, but had no idea how.
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Problems:
I need the owners manual for this model.
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3XW000244: |
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bronze/blue 1991 3xw |
(Updated: 2004.2.1) |
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| Purchased: |
Nov 03 |
| Usage: |
48,000 miles, Street/Sport, Touring. |
| Tires: |
Macadam50 |
| Owner: |
Peter Copp
Email to Peter Copp
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| Location: |
UK -- Telford
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| Experience: |
20 years off and on!
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| Bikes Owned: |
7
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Accessories:
Krauser K2 Panniers, Scottoiler
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Modifications:
Since buying the bike I have added braided steel lines (took ages to bleed but now rock solid), extended mirrors, scottoiler, Progressive fork springs - bought all above from FJOC plus full service kit - fantastic service!
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Problems:
Collector box rotted - found one on ebay for £30, fork seals leaking (soon to be fixed by FJOC), still on original shock which is overdue for replacement. Always looking for 6th gear at 70+!
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Comments:
Fantastic bike despite the age, wanted one for 15+ years and finally made it. Acceleration and torque are addictive. Would love to hear from anyone with advice on usefull upgrades. Also looking for top box & rack to prevent pillion falling off! (can't stop myself with the throttle)
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