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Forum: Road warriors 05-03-2013, 11:08 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 908
Posted By SkiMan
I purchased a 2012 FZ8 just a couple of weeks ago...

I purchased a 2012 FZ8 just a couple of weeks ago after having come off of a FJ1200 that I loved and hated to get rid of. Decided it was time to down size, shed some of the weight of the 1200 and...
Forum: Road warriors 01-16-2013, 05:05 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,560
Posted By SkiMan
Check this out:...

Check this out: http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=706275&highlight=FZ6R
I think I got the right tread here. If not search "Yamaha FZ6R as a sport touring bike"
I have considered this...
Forum: Road warriors 01-12-2013, 06:00 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 28,270
Posted By SkiMan
If the Hyperstrada is able to get 40-45, it rises...

If the Hyperstrada is able to get 40-45, it rises closer to the top of my list. Just need to see and sit on it at the show.
Forum: Road warriors 01-10-2013, 06:32 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 28,270
Posted By SkiMan
What is the projected fuel mileage/range and...

What is the projected fuel mileage/range and where can it be found?
Forum: Road warriors 11-28-2012, 03:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,394
Posted By SkiMan
If you look closely at theFZ8's tail section,...

If you look closely at theFZ8's tail section, you'll note that there are no grab rails or clips to secure luggage. If you're considering using it for a tourer, you're committed to getting a rear...
Forum: Road warriors 11-27-2012, 09:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,394
Posted By SkiMan
Hear you on the FZ1....for me, I just don't need...

Hear you on the FZ1....for me, I just don't need that extra power (don't use what I have now in the 1200). Your right about the FZ1 mileage but the 8 is listed at 39 and I suspect that you should be...
Forum: Road warriors 11-25-2012, 10:54 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,394
Posted By SkiMan
Also shopping at this time. Dealer has several...

Also shopping at this time. Dealer has several 12's still available and indicated that I could probably pick one up for around $7,600. The 13's are suggested at $8,800. I'm down sizing from a fj1200....
Forum: Road warriors 09-27-2012, 12:37 PM
Replies: 267
Views: 26,300
Posted By SkiMan
I'm looking at a 2009 FZ6 thru a Yamaha...

I'm looking at a 2009 FZ6 thru a Yamaha dealer......
asking $5,300 with 5,200 miles, and detachable side bags, no tail box.
Serviced thru the dealer selling.
Reasonable? Still plan on making...
Forum: Road warriors 09-10-2012, 01:20 PM
Replies: 1,009
Views: 98,140
Posted By SkiMan
A little older sport tourer, but still alot of...

A little older sport tourer, but still alot of miles left!

http://i1240.photobucket.com/albums/gg496/kw13571/FJ1200/IMG_2175.jpg
Forum: Road warriors 07-24-2011, 05:44 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 10,050
Posted By SkiMan
Thanks for all the info that everyone has posted...

Thanks for all the info that everyone has posted up here for me, really appreciate it!
You all have me convinced that this is the right setup for what I'm looking for however, one glitch has popped...
Forum: Road warriors 07-14-2011, 04:09 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 10,050
Posted By SkiMan
breeze... I hear you on the other suggestions....

breeze... I hear you on the other suggestions. All nice rides but I have to immediately knock out the triumphs as the local dealer isn't really interested in supporting the brand (their also a Harley...
Forum: Road warriors 07-14-2011, 02:48 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 10,050
Posted By SkiMan
Hey Superzoom....I like the set up you have...

Hey Superzoom....I like the set up you have there. Bags look like they fit nicely on the bike and don't really detrack from the overall look. As I pointed out in my original post, I dont' need to...
Forum: Road warriors 07-13-2011, 04:51 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 10,050
Posted By SkiMan
Thanks for the respnses thus far, keep them...

Thanks for the respnses thus far, keep them coming if you've got something I should know.
I found an 2009 with less then 1k miles on it for about $5,500. Its white with the weird graphics, but that...
Forum: Road warriors 07-12-2011, 11:00 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 10,050
Posted By SkiMan
Yamaha FZ6R as a Sport Touring Bike?

Anyone riding a Yamaha FZ6r?
I'm thinking of downsizing from my 1990 FJ1200. While the FJ is an extremely comfortable sport touring bike, I find that as it ages (like me) it's needing more and more...
Forum: Road warriors 05-31-2010, 04:10 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,082
Posted By SkiMan
Welcome to the ranks of Fj1200 ownership. I've...

Welcome to the ranks of Fj1200 ownership. I've had my 1990 Fj for several years now and absolutely love the bike. You'll be amazed at the comments you'll get with people just not believing you've...
Forum: The Garage 05-05-2009, 03:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 311
Posted By SkiMan
Mountain eagle...... I don't necessarily...

Mountain eagle......

I don't necessarily want to switch to another model part for the Fork Bridge.

Sounds like you may have an original stashed away in the garage and that your willing to...
Forum: The Garage 05-05-2009, 06:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 311
Posted By SkiMan
In need of CB 360T Parts

Have a CB 360T that I'm cafeing and am in need of a front brake caliper assembly, does anyone know what other Honda brake caliper can be used?
Am I better off just changing it over to drum?

Also...
Forum: Road warriors 03-23-2009, 07:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 900
Posted By SkiMan
I've got a 90 FJ (non abs) and the only mods that...

I've got a 90 FJ (non abs) and the only mods that I've made are the addition of a corbin seat and stainless brake lines.
Roll on power in 5th is great.
100k on one of these is common.
Very...
Forum: West – California, the desert southwest and whatever is left 03-05-2009, 03:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 287
Posted By SkiMan
Anyone dealt w/ Rancho Motorcycle Dismantling?

Wanted to know if anyone has dealt with Rancho Motorcycling Dismantling in Rancho Cordova. Appears that they maintain a fairly health inventory w/ reasonable pricing.


Appreciate the feedback.
...
Forum: Road warriors 08-22-2008, 09:01 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,769
Posted By SkiMan
My best investment! IMHO, best sport tour out...

My best investment!
IMHO, best sport tour out there:clap
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 08-16-2008, 07:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 690
Posted By SkiMan
Loved the story. In ones time of disbelief, the...

Loved the story.
In ones time of disbelief, the wife always cackles.
Forum: The Garage 08-08-2008, 08:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 437
Posted By SkiMan
Stockers Starters

This guy was good!
Called Wednesday
Knew the part number right off. Recommended 4 brush over 2 brush for the same price.
Wanted to know about 2 day delivery, asked to if he could give me a call...
Forum: The Garage 08-04-2008, 05:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 437
Posted By SkiMan
Question Starter Motors, OEM or ?

I need a new starter for my 1990 FJ 1200 and I've been looking around at prices. A new OEM goes for around $300.00 while "A#1 Starterman" on ebay has new for $99.00. Has anyone used this guy?...
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 07-24-2008, 05:49 PM
Replies: 185
Views: 15,810
Posted By SkiMan
Block Island Light House

[quote=kawalaser]http://i85.photobucket.com/albums/k78/equivokal/VFRBI1.jpg


Nice backdrop with the north lighthouse out at Block!
Want to make the ride over there.
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 06-22-2008, 04:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 471
Posted By SkiMan
You can also take the right off Beaver Brook Road...

You can also take the right off Beaver Brook Road onto Grassy Hill Road, on the east side of Rogers Lake, Down to the Route 1, take the right and run down to Whipperwill Road on the left. puts you...
Forum: Hacks 06-18-2008, 07:49 PM
Replies: 472
Views: 86,305
Posted By SkiMan
i've seen two of these running around town, look...

i've seen two of these running around town, look likes fun for cruising. how comfortable for two up?
Forum: Road warriors 04-27-2008, 07:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,055
Posted By SkiMan
I've got a 90'. Bought it last summer, stock with...

I've got a 90'. Bought it last summer, stock with 18k on it. Even the late model rockets will look twice when they see it or maybe it's the 50+ rider that they finally realize just got off it. Always...
Forum: The Garage 04-27-2008, 10:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 603
Posted By SkiMan
It must have been the kill wire!

While I didn't find anything visible with the kill wire, I replaced it just the same and that did the trick:clap . Thanks for the imput.
Forum: The Garage 04-27-2008, 07:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 603
Posted By SkiMan
GGD and others, thanks for the replies. ...

GGD and others, thanks for the replies.

Yes, it is a vertical shaft so I guess that would explain the "below the legs of the armature" statement. I did inspect the kill wire and didn't see any...
Forum: The Garage 04-26-2008, 04:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 603
Posted By SkiMan
Need Lawn Mower Help

I replaced the armature on my lawn mower, Snapper w/ Briggs and Stratton, but I don't understand part of the instructions....

"Rotate flywheel until magnets are below armature legs."

The...
Forum: Road warriors 12-31-2007, 01:08 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 14,412
Posted By SkiMan
FJ frame sliders

I Have a 1990 that I bought this past summer with 18k on it.
This bike has turned out to be more then I had hoped for :D
Touring comfort and lots of pull. Not alot of maintanance other than...
Forum: Road warriors 07-17-2007, 10:37 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,634
Posted By SkiMan
The 1st bike should be under $2k, pay cash and...

The 1st bike should be under $2k, pay cash and own it outright!
insurance goes way down.
I spend only $300.00 a year for the toys;
03 KLR60
90 FJ1200
76 Porsche

then again I've got years on...
Forum: Road warriors 07-16-2007, 06:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,161
Posted By SkiMan
Thanks

Thanks for the congrat's guys.
Got it washed and waxed this evening.
and the Dr's right,my math sucks:huh
Now it's time to move the 03' KLR650
The garage is alittle crowded.
Forum: Road warriors 07-15-2007, 07:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,161
Posted By SkiMan
and theres more

nose
Forum: Road warriors 07-15-2007, 07:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,161
Posted By SkiMan
pics con't

right side
Forum: Road warriors 07-15-2007, 07:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,161
Posted By SkiMan
Pictures!!!

Here are the pics, and these are before the wash and wax
Forum: Road warriors 07-15-2007, 07:34 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,161
Posted By SkiMan
Bought it!

Well, I bought it:D
18K and super clean.
2 scratches just above the air intake on the right side.
Bottom fairing previously taken off because of damage (typical)
Rode it home (50 miles)...
Forum: Road warriors 07-14-2007, 04:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,161
Posted By SkiMan
FJ1200 - Bought It!

Going to look at a 1990 FJ1200 with 18K in the morning.
2 owner bike with the 2nd owner having put only 3K on in the last 3yrs.
Reports the that carbs were cleared last yr and that there is no...
Forum: Road warriors 07-14-2007, 04:38 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 67,102
Posted By SkiMan
GT1000 Wow!!!!!

Test rode the GT1000 this afternoon. 20 miles of :D
The head and eyes say :evil The pocket is not quire so sure!
To the lucky ones out there that own this beauty :clap
Forum: Northeast - Greater Flugistan and home of the carpet baggers. 05-19-2007, 10:47 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 252
Posted By SkiMan
Question Wheel Lacing

Who is recommended in CT, or maybe I have to go further, for wheel lacing.
Want to have an 2.50x18 laced using my stock front hub.
Thanks for any imput.
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