I own an FJR1300 07 model and it's a blast to ride! Just a fantastic bike for long rides. I have upgraded the seat plus the front forks next will be still pretty brake lines and better brake pads. Not really interested in doing pipes on it. Mine's been upgraded and I know that 152 horsepower to the rear wheel. They tweaked up the computer on it threw some K&N cans on it remapped the mass air flow sensor. I bought this bike with 36,500 miles on her. I spent another 800 doing tires and the forks. I lost everything I owned in the campfire in Paradise California . What hurt the most was losing my motorcycles the freedom to ride. Which I had lots of old school bikes. 86 FJ1200 with 32,000 miles on it an 2002 R1150RT with 37,000 miles on her a long with 84 XR500R Honda. But I'm so grateful for his Yamaha! Have awesome day

I have a 2008 FJR with the paddle shifter I traded the bike on a 2023 gold wing I missed my fjr so much that I went back to the dealership and bought the dam bike back i just miss the top end speed Honda lied about how fast the goldwing is they sa8d 140 mph complete lie they capped it with a limiter at 112 mph whi h is a disservice to the wing I have had my fjr up to 165mph and totally miss that rush that the fjr gives I am 58 yrs old and still love my 2008 fjr and I think I will keep it til it can't run no more I ha e 50k miles on it never a problem ride on and be safe everybody oh and after I bought back I installed coffmans exhaust slip on and omg it brought this bike alive like I never expected it to and love the sound and put K&N air filter only mods I did and now I am more in love with bike than ever before...

@user-jc8cc4ch6w

17 күн бұрын

IV owned my 06 FJR 1300 from new it's just done 165kms without any issues I'm 65 in August I'll be keeping her because of its reliability and performance IV also got my CB125 Honda commuter which is also a great little bike that does everything it's built for and ment to do and exceptionally cheap to run and service 12$ to fill it gets me around for a month between refills I really love both my BIKE'S I don't need all the latest model's with all the bells and whistles as I don't understand technology I just love bike's that are just reliable and simple

I'm an old guy too (67), and to me big sport touring bikes are the only way to go. Loads of Torque and HP and yet comfortable. I ride a '88 1100 Katana with the factory luggage that I bought about a month ago after being out of motorcycling for 30 years as a inexpensive retirement gift to myself. I wish you would get one of those late '80's early '90's GSX1100F bikes in some day and do a road test on that too. They may not have been as popular in the US as they were in Canada though. These FJR1300's are beautiful bikes but a lot of us old retirees can't afford a newer machine like that and need to go with something older. It's great that there are so many nice sport touring bikes like the one I bought still available 30 years later. It just goes to show the quality that goes into these bikes.

@bigpapa8152

4 жыл бұрын

Well said Tim. Agree with you 100%. The torque of a big sport tourer does it for me. I wouldn't trade my 06 Concours for anything.

This “semi old man” (54) absolutely loves his 2011 FJR. Bought her new and plan on keeping her until I physically can’t ride anymore!

@seanriffle6324

5 жыл бұрын

I'm 56 and have an 11 also. Love it!

@Robocline

2 жыл бұрын

I bought mine when I was 32. It's not an old man bike it's just good.

@user-jc8cc4ch6w

17 күн бұрын

I'm 65 in August and own an 06 FJR with 165kms on her it will probably outlive me I'm keeping her because she's reliable and plenty of power for my age sometimes I wish it was a bit lighter IV been riding since the 60s so I'm well aware of its weight and I'm very careful these days

I owned one of these for a long time and it’s still my favorite long range bike. To correct that HP figure, it’s 145 at the crank and 125 at the wheel. Where it really shines is it’s down low torque, in top gear at 5-6 rpm your going to jail lol and it’s mpg combined with its 6.6 gal tank. It’s a highway machine.

@_AndromedaGalaxy_

2 жыл бұрын

do these have cruise control?

2 жыл бұрын

@@_AndromedaGalaxy_ from 2013 yes.

@BADWlNG

Жыл бұрын

My 03 fz1 sounds identical. :-)

Best bike ever built...yes...ever...had mine since 2007 and love it.

Love my 2011 FJR! When I took it into the dealership one time for service, another guy said "is that one of those senior citizens crotch rockets. " Yes it is!

@brybish

5 жыл бұрын

Senior citizens like that got a 2016 es this is number 5 I have had R1'S at the same time and that's a rocket but not so outrageous after one of these.

We bought one of these from you guys about a month ago and have put almost 1K miles on it already. Loving every minute of it!

@BibtheBoulder

Жыл бұрын

Do you still have it?

I own the quintessential old man bike, a 2018 BMW R1200RT. My brother owns an FJR1300 and I have to say, it is the only thing I’ve ridden that I would consider giving up my Beemer for.

@_AndromedaGalaxy_

2 жыл бұрын

"quintessential old man bike" try telling that to a goldwing rider.

@shakey2634

2 жыл бұрын

@@_AndromedaGalaxy_ Ha! too true.

Love to see ya hit the speed limit.

Wow thanks for reviewing this bike, I’m interested in one now.

2nd gear at redline is about 90 soooo... love mine

This is a rocket. Have to try and find the latest version of this bike. Like it a lot. :) Thanks for sharing this great video.

This is by far my favorite bike of all my motorcycles just love the total feel of the bike, I will never selll

I have had mine for a few months now and it just gets better by the day. Heavier than a 500cc naked but perfectly manageable for anyone of average height or taller if you have half decent balance. The performance is staggering and you need the cruise control on long journeys to avoid speeding fines. I commute every day through central Sydney on mine with no trouble. The width prevents nipping between rows of traffic but that only adds a few mins to my journey as you can use the bus lanes on a bike here. It is a great long distance cruiser but is so good at everything else that if you only want/can afford one bike then this fits the bill. Did I mention that it does 0-100kms in 2.9 seconds?

After 30 years might be time to trade up from the old FJ 1200 to an FJ 1300 ..

I've had an FJR for ten years. This guy is right. I've done two certified Iron Butt rides on it, and it stays comfortable. Most people hate driving I-10 from San Antonio to Stockton. It's a big straight interstate. But with its 80mph speed limit the FJR just loves it, and you get off feeling refreshed. I have the AE model with the paddle shifter, and that makes things like the pig trail in Arkansas a lot of fun without wearing out your left hand. Perfect 300ms shifts every time.

@bseidem5112

2 жыл бұрын

80 when you can do 100 and more and not be bored to death?

@scottloftin1730

10 ай бұрын

That road has some brutal crosswinds. But ia def fun on the right bike.

@David..

8 ай бұрын

@@bseidem5112highways here are super annoying. I’ve driven on the autobahn and the unrestricted section would probably have a 55mph speed limit in the US. Gotta keep everyone safe so they can watch tv on their phone while driving.

Strongly considering trading my 2016 Indian Roadmaster in on a 15 FJR. Tired of the noise and lack of performance...

This is my daily, a beast with racing pipes!

Just took my motorcycle safety course to your left at 6:30. Wish I would’ve known you guys were so close I would’ve swung by

I rented one of these for a little trip with my wife. Surprised the crap out of me how quick it was even 2 up.

Yep another 59 year "old man" with an 04' FJR. She just turned 20, with 42,000 on the clock and a ton of upgrades. Still runs like a top, I have had her up to 150 mph...Smooth, fast and reliable bike! I just got back yesterday from a 900 mile trip. I will eventually get a newer FJR, but I am keeping this one as a spare! 😎

Hey! I just watched 2 videos of yours. Great job! Love the Scripture readings! The first one was you reviewing a Honda ST1300. As you were riding around, I was thinking to myself, "That looks like Lancaster, PA!" I lived in Mount Joy for 8 years. In this video, I recognized the sports complex, and right after that, the highway sign for 283! My old stomping grounds! What a great area it was to ride motorcycles! At the time, I had a 1984 Honda Nighthawk 650. My Dad had a couple of nice BMW's. an older R100RT and a newer R1200RT. I live in Massachusetts now. My Dad passed away a couple of years ago, and I sold my Nighthawk about 9 years ago, but now, I am about to PURCHASE a Yamaha FJR1300 ABS! I am so excited! I still have some good friends there in Lancaster & Lebanon Counties. Looking forward to taking many trips to the area! I plan on looking you guys up next time I'm in the area! God bless! WWG1WGA!

@jasonshafer2768

Жыл бұрын

I hope you are enjoying the bike and made it back to the area. I’m not from there but it always feels like home to me. Great place and great people. Remember it’s not about what your riding, but where your going....

I have a xj 900 outside but we have just bought a fjr 1300 . truly refined biking but I still think the xj is great fun.

Please Sean keep doing the reviews. You do such a much better job than Asher does. I really like the way you do them.

Those are sweet bikes. The predecessor to it was the FJ1100/1200, also nice bikes.

@brybish

2 жыл бұрын

Fj12 was awsome very fast air cooled beast but fjr13 has the spirit of the 12 just more refined and with shaft instead of chain.

@user-jc8cc4ch6w

17 күн бұрын

Loved my FJ1200 I remember test riding a demonstration model back in the 80s in red and white WoW did she impress me with her power and smoothness I ended up buying the 87 FJ IV stuck with the Yamaha XJ FJ and the FJR series for many many years my 06 FJR Yamaha has 165kms on the clock I'm not selling her it's just to good a bike and by the way just can't afford something new at my age anyway it's fast smooth reliable and gets me to where I need to go and it's all paid for

Going the speed limit eh, we could count those road dashes per second and come up with your speed. Great bike but I would kill myself on in it. It is smart to pray before you ride.

@MrCityJerry

5 жыл бұрын

Paint marks are 10 foot long, distance between markings is 40 feet. You do the math.

The +litre sport tour bikes are absolutely sick. Amazing power, and as you said, they WILL smoke sport bikes with inexperienced riders, they are plain fast. My brother has a BMW K1200GT and it'll knock your damn socks off. Comfortable is a pure bonus. Your review was spot-on, as usual. These bikes are heavy yes, but will definitely shred with a good Rider on them. After a decade of riding sport bikes exclusively, I have finally 'seen the light' and am getting a sport-tour next for sure. Only took one ride to realize the awesomeness. Great review Sean. Salute.

@CBXYT

Жыл бұрын

Maybe a 600cc sportbike but this isnt even going to come close to touching a 1000cc supersport

Oh man, I miss my FJR....... I wish I never got rid of it.

My wife brought the 2007 model for me 1 yr ago after I suggested that we get one for trips away. We've done 2 trips together , and it was awesome I've done 15000 KS since then , and I rate it very highly. I live in a very hilly country called New Zealand and it handles extremely well. I wish I had one yrs ago

@michaelpace1075

2 жыл бұрын

Where is that? By Africa? Just kidding, wife and I visited the north island years ago and it was so beautiful and pristine, especially. We’re from usa.

Best touring gen 1-gen 4. I own the gen 1 and now gen 3 cheaper maintenance and very reliable motorcycle for long distance. Wise choice to have fjr 1300.

First had a new bought 1990 fj1200. Loved it and regretted selling it in 1995. Bought a 2018 FJR in April. You have to ride one to understand. This scoot is simply perfect and will never be for sale again.

I have an 07 FJR that I traded a YZF 600 for. I love that bike and don't think I could ever go back to a sport bike again. I've done several long trips on it and I can stay in the saddle much longer than I ever could on that YZF. It has the power to keep up with the wrist twisters on group rides and you can be comfortable while doing it. The ABS saved my life one night when I was coming back from a long trip in the rain. Some guy pulled right out in front of me and I had to brake hard. I knew instantly if I was on my old YZF I would have slid right into that car. I can't say enough good things about it. I'm 6'3" and the stock windshield raises up far enough for me to have almost no wind in my face. If I slouch slightly I can get under the wind completely.

@Stripping_Bolts

Жыл бұрын

I got an 09 fjr and 02 r6, fun combo. ABS on the FJR is kinda annoying, I did a full, biiig break upgrade & suspension on the fjr

@user-jc8cc4ch6w

17 күн бұрын

Someone pulled out in front of me as well about 2 or 3 mths ago if it wasn't for the brakes and dry roads id be in big trouble luckily I wasn't speeding but still coming down a hill and someone pulls out in front of you it was like the incident was happening in slow motion the bike skid steered straight and I was lucky to have avoided hitting the car by millimetres or less than an inch it really does make me feel lucky to be alive and ride like there all out to get me but I'll never stop riding motorcycles there just in my blood

I think it's a beautifully styled bike,especially with the dual pipes.I never rode one,but if it feels right in the showroom,I'm taking one home.

Fantastic bike, it has been the highway patrol bike in Belgium for a decade and a half until they were forced into getting to new BMW r1200rts.

That FJR is awesome! The newer models have electronic suspension and 6 speed tyrannies in them, but never -the -less, this one is very fast and like you said very comfortable. It'll do everything the newer ones will do. In China, the police use them. in Japan, the police use them too. Very reliable! One of Yamahas best builds in my opinion.

@edman79

5 жыл бұрын

Tyranny is bad enough, but 6 speed tyrannies are the worst.

@bhaddock9277

5 жыл бұрын

Edinburgh police use the here in Scotland

@stigjensen4818

2 жыл бұрын

In Denmark police use them too. 👍🙂 But I will get the honda st 1300 for next bike. Real good for the $$ and runs forever!

Is it on website for walk around?

Sean, what kind of gloves are those?

Do the newer models come with radio ?

I'm riding my second Concours 14...but Kawi is not updating their bike. Lots of nice creature comforts on the FJR...how do they compare?

Do you sell new bikes , which brands ?

How is this bike for someone who is looking for more comfort and performance is secondary? I am mostly riding in the cities and maybe weekly during the fine months of Chicago take 200 mile trip in a day or something. Is the foot peg comfortable? I currently ride a Honda rebel 500. I am not really sure about the big tourers or baggers because I have never done heavy bikes though I am sure with sometime I can learn how to ride one. I just started riding after 20 years and have the rebel since it is very forgiving. Any inputs or recommendations is appreciated.

Sean, can you turbo these sport touring bikes?

Had the same bike. 60k miles no issues. Loved the shaft drive. Still have the Dyno Jet power commander V. If anybody wants to buy it.

Amen. Good start

I love my first gen fjr1300. They tow trailers awesome also.

2018 FJR is my absolute dream bike , test rode one a while ago and it is a complete beast. Currently ride a VFR800 (pictured on it) , and i much prefer the FJR although they are very expensive over here. (Australia).

@michaelf8509

5 жыл бұрын

I have the 2017. Rode it from Perth to Tassie. Was beautiful to ride. Did 1000km on the first day quite comfortably

@mj6258

5 жыл бұрын

@@michaelf8509 Awesome dude , i am jealous as of you but of course with the utmost respect. Nice one brother.

@samuelbarrett1082

3 жыл бұрын

I'm looking at the FJR too, but have a VFR1200 right now. It's hard to justify getting rid of that right now. Though it's not as comfortable for a long trip, I mostly ride it to work and back. Not an easy bike to upgrade from unless you just want a different riding position.

@mj6258

3 жыл бұрын

@@samuelbarrett1082 I want the different position. VFR800 is too small for me and i get a sore back and wrists a lot.

@user-jc8cc4ch6w

17 күн бұрын

I'm a 65 years old Australian from Victoria IV had my 06 FJR from new it's done just over 165kms without any issues and 2 trips around the coast line and up the centre of Australia into the Top end before I get to old I'd love to visit and take her on a tour of TAS the only state we haven't been to IV had bike's my whole life and the FJR Yamaha series from going back to the 80s has to be the most reliable and bulletproof bike's IV owned and ridden fast smooth reliable what more could you ask 4 stay safe and upright

I have 1 of these,and it always puts a smile on my face just how quick it goes the "speed limit". I tell the zip splat riders,its the difference between driving a dodge neon and a caddilac !

I see a small Bone Daddy's sticker on the windshield. They're a tee-shirt and hoodie store in my hometown of Red Lodge, MT at the base of the Beartooth Pass. Our rally is just before Sturgis'.

Love this bike, but at just under 5'7", I have reservations... I rode a 2017 without any serious issues, but I was hanging off one side to put a foot down. That's not an issue in and of itself, but I would have to get off and push to back it up. I had a little difficulty getting the kickstand down when I parked, but I think that would be OK once I was used to it. Removing the center stand would probably make it easier. Still, the bike feels top heavy when stopped, and while I can handle it, I can see a real possibility of dropping it under the right circumstances, and I don't imagine it is easy to stand back up. It handles well, and I didn't have any trouble even at low speeds, but I would have to be careful about where I stopped. I hate dropping a bike while getting used to it. If I decide to pull the trigger on an FJR1300, I'll probably put canyon cages on it before I start riding it. I'm probably better off trying to get an "already been dropped" discount on a used one than forking over the duckies for a brand new one. It really is an appealing bike for logging a lot of miles on. I'm currently sport touring on a Ninja 650, but chain maintenance is a real PITA when you're doing over 1,000 miles in 24 hours.

Love the FJR, torquey and smooth. But i have a Shoodaben flashed GTR14 in my garage because another 30hp doesn't hurt.

Old dude here on a fjr Pulls pulls pulls

Thats a nice looking bike!!

I have a 06 since 2011, and done more than 60 000 km on it, was already 38 000 when I got it. It's a really amazing bike, although I am just a little too small for it, I am 173 cm, and when travelling in the mountains here in Switzerland, I had some scary moments when I had to stop in steep hill in additon to leaning angle. It's top heavy. But, the engine is a true rocket. As most, I did a trip of 1 250 km in one day, from Sweden to Switzerland, on mainly highway. It's very good for long rides, but the high frequency vibrations made it diffucult for me to pee for a few days after that trip. It's not beatiful, but it's a really good bike, for touring. I have read people complaining on it for e.g. city trips, but I think it's not a problem at all. It's versatility is its strongpoint. And the sound then you rev it to the redarea. Like a jet engine.

@user-jc8cc4ch6w

17 күн бұрын

I hope you have put the seat down to the lower level I have 1 leg shorter than the other which I can notice if stopped on certain angles Im always thinking of short guys and girls when it comes to stopping on a hill keep your bike in gear always then if on a hill or surrounded by car's and stuff plus the seat IV noticed is pretty wide for someone who is shorter than myself I'm 6ft or 183cm the bike fits me just fine it can be slightly heavy up front just make sure your running the correct tyre pressures 40psi front and 42psi rear wheels have a fantastic day and stay safe and upright my friend

This old man (62) loves his 2014 FJR.

@Kawiturbo750

5 жыл бұрын

At 70 years old on April 2018 I ran 215.0 mph at the CA Mojave Mile on a Ted Rich prepared turbo Hayabusa. I love my well maintained 2007 FJR1300. It has 96,000 miles on it and it still runs very strong. I've added only highway pegs to get my lower legs away from the engine's heat here in 120° Phoenix, AZ.

@dagthewog6290

5 жыл бұрын

Good for you! I love to hear stuff like this. At 50+, I often wonder how long I can keep riding.

@dagthewog6290

5 жыл бұрын

@@Kawiturbo750 Good for you! I love to hear stuff like this. At 50+, I often wonder how long I can keep riding.

@dons8992

5 жыл бұрын

I love all bikes but Real Steel is the best

@dons8992

5 жыл бұрын

@@dagthewog6290 I'm 62 I own two motorcycles just sold one in Indiana they take your motorcycle license it 82 years old I wonder where I'm moving then😎🇺🇸

Maybe you can help,, I’m looking at buying a 2017 fjr1300 but the problem is,, it is white,, not police white a off white,, I ran a vin check and it comes up with no accidents no salvage and no theft,,do you know if Yamaha made any white models in 2017..don’t want to buy a bike that was in an accident..strange that someone would decide to paint a bike and pick white

You should use your "blinkers" more while riding!

I own n 08 they do Rock :)

I'd get into to sooo much trouble on a bike like that! :D Next endeavor... ;)

Love the low, throaty growl of an in-line four, and nobody lines-em-up better than Yamaha; however, your opinion may vary.

@sweetmusicmanNL

5 жыл бұрын

Versys 1000 is my preferred ride

@weljo2001

5 жыл бұрын

buzzyfuzzsaw Thats not the stock exhaust on that bike. It's got a set Delkevic Slip-On's on it. I put the Delkevic Mini 8's on my 07 FJR.....kzread.info/dash/bejne/eKCpscWGmNnapaw.html

@weljo2001

5 жыл бұрын

@@sweetmusicmanNL Agreed I traded my FJR in on a Versys 1000. Being a taller bike it was way more comfortable for me.....kzread.info/dash/bejne/X2Fpt86Jiq2Yhpc.html

@sweetmusicmanNL

5 жыл бұрын

weljo2001 I watch your channel. Keep it up. 🙂

This bikes pulls. I'm a geezer at 56 and these things fing go all day

As a owner of a 2012 Connie. These bikes are like having the perfect girl. Curves in the right place, looks good, not scared to eat a good meal with ya, can cook, and are really good in the sack. Classy but with just enough attitude to keep the masses in their effing place.

@okinawanah3463

2 жыл бұрын

What about the Boulevard M109R or Honda Valkyrie?

@jonesjonz1

2 жыл бұрын

@@okinawanah3463 those bikes are good but ya sit low so you can miss some nice views and lean angle is compromised in the twisties, they tap out around 120ish mph dont look all that good with bags attached and bags once attached wouldn't hold much for a long tour, wouldn't want to ride cross country on either although ya could I guess.

@aniruddhagujar4119

Жыл бұрын

@@jonesjonz1 these or the FZ1

😎😏🤥 I’m so glad that you stuck to the speed limit, there are way to many riders who ride fast just cos they can. Now I know what they have done with the space shuttle engine.

This will be my next bike for sure... Anyway my question is: R there any TDM 850/900 in US?

@anonymousanonymous8306

4 жыл бұрын

No, we don't get the TDM, but lots of our citizens have TDS.

Owned this bike in England. It's not a 'mental' bike and is well behaved, as long as you are!

Wndscreen goes up...windsceen goes down, a homer simpson moment there methinks...I wish i had one of those though..

I'm 32 love my fjr but man do I chew through tires...

@djmadwax

3 жыл бұрын

I settled in on Michelin pilot gt road 4’s and am getting 9-10k miles out of them

Haha 😂 it’s about time I’ve finally seen the fjr video I have the 07 also have an 03 R1 that I still ride but the fjr takes the crown I love riding it long and short distances I ride it everyday it’s like my car ! Just put on some Michelin road 5s

@mikeca98

3 жыл бұрын

Now Road 5 GT's.

Found my next bike :)

I began riding at 10 years old. In my 50s now. I would not be afraid to give a kid on a sport a pucker factor. Experience makes up for some things.

i have a 2005 fjr awesoùe bike !!!!

I don't think the USA got the cb1300 but it's very comparable but has a few more manners. I love my cb. Super comfortable mile muncher. Eats 600 in second for breakfast.

What do you choose between fjr 1300 and honda st1300?

@scottloftin1730

10 ай бұрын

ST is heavy and slow.

I'd love to have one.

You think its a monster now add the delkevic straight pipe exhaust with akropivic tips flashed ecu and a powerjet fuel controller with a shorty windshield (2003 first gen) your looking at 131kw at the crank and 157nm topped out at 278 kph these things are definitely capable of more but honestly what more do they need😜

7:13: "Just goin' the speed limit...." 6000rpm in 5th gear? Yeah, right! I own one of these bikes too.... Your secret is safe with me!

How uncomfortable is it for your passenger on a 100 mile ride?

I love this bike so much we got one

like the Words of wisdom.

@bhaddock9277

5 жыл бұрын

I'm not religious minded but look forward to the words of wisdom. I'm comfortable enough in myself not to feel intimidated. I think the people who complain about the words of wisdom are the same people that would probably benefit the most from them.

Hello, I like this Kind of Bikes, I own a BMW K1200 s, it is in the same Category but a bit more Horsepower 167 bhp and a bit faster, on the Autobahn here in Germany I reached 290 kph, but as my second Bike I own a 1971 BMW K 60/5, but this makes also a lot of Fun to me.

It's not what you're riding, it's how you're riding.

Hi guys hope everyone is well. Are these FJR bikes advisable for a beginner.thnx

@deanwinkelman3867

3 жыл бұрын

You need to know what you're doing with a bike like this...they are very powerful and have excellent braking abilities. The question is...can you hang on to all that power and will you know how to stop from very high speeds. A beginner should stay with a smaller motorbike..like 500cc or under, for at least a couple of years.

@kidronreddy1671

2 жыл бұрын

@@deanwinkelman3867 Thank You Sir Appreciate the reply.

Love it

Been searching for an FJR There is a reason why these are so hard to find!!!

i see it got away from you there

They call them cruise missiles in the uk where i live l love mine

My buddy who works for Michigan State Police has one of these Yamaha 1300s

@Srkcycles

5 жыл бұрын

you ever ride it?

@68weebee

5 жыл бұрын

@@Srkcycles No but he said it's fast. We suppose to take a Road trip sometime. I told him my Road King Classic wouldn't keep up LOL

@nitramh24

5 жыл бұрын

The police in Denmark also use this bike. Those policemen ride their bikes all day, do tons of track days and there's no way you outride those guys! So glad you read from the Bible before every video! Praise our Lord and saviour, Jesus Christ!

@68weebee

5 жыл бұрын

@@nitramh24 Yeah, my buddy has this bike for himself. Not sure if he rides on while working. He is a sergeant and gets to test drive cars on the track. He got to test drive the Dodge Charger Hellcat on the track. He said that was fun. Had it up to 187 MPH and still had more left in the car to go faster. LOL. That's crazy.

Yep this old man rides the hell out of his 08 FJR ! You can do anything on it n don’t be Fooled there Fast n handle like a Dream! Oh (57) Dig surprising others lol

I would love to have one eventually.

@patrickdecambra2219

4 жыл бұрын

I got an 05 with 17,000 miles on it for 25 hundred bucks. It is turning out to be one of my favorite bikes ever. And I've had a few bikes. I recommend one strongly LOL

So many drivers in Pennsylvania that drive way below the speed limit on the hiway, evidently. Must drive you crazy😅

I had a ZX6 last and this is the direction I want to head next. This or the Concourse.

@Srkcycles

5 жыл бұрын

Oooooowwwwwww they are both soooo great.

@jezuaccc

4 жыл бұрын

Yo get the Fjr you’ll love it

@gordonpequegnat6969

3 жыл бұрын

Both are amazing. I picked the fjr as it's way easier to do your own maintenance on. The concourse is not very friendly that way. That's the major difference.

you know its a fast bike when he covers up the speedometer.

Are there 'no' speed cameras on US highway?

@seanwatts392

5 жыл бұрын

No. Not really. All we have are red light cameras that will take a picture if you pass a red light. But not every stop light has those. Only a few.

@saraw6446

5 жыл бұрын

@@seanwatts392 In Europe cameras everywhere on roads - worse are 'average speed' cameras so can't even speed between cameras.

@anonymousanonymous8306

4 жыл бұрын

Our police state is 10 years behind yours. It's a huge country, would be really expensive to cover it with cameras and maintain them.

@samuelbarrett1082

3 жыл бұрын

They won't need speed cameras soon. Once everyone has a phone in their pocket, we'll all be transmitting our speed by satellite directly to law enforcement. All they'll have to do is pass a law. No infrastructure required over what's already there.

My 2008 model gets minimum 54 mpg on a long run .fully loaded with luggage.

I recently cruise my Honda hi speed non stop 110-120mph by 8 hours - no police . In Europe (not germany )of course

I want one to go with my VMax. Two different purpose built bikes

@seanriffle6324

5 жыл бұрын

I had a 1989 V-MAX. You are correct, two totally different machines.

@anonymousanonymous8306

4 жыл бұрын

I love riding Mr Max but that 110 mile range is a deal breaker out west.

It WILL wheelie. Just power out of it. The fork seals wont be happy.

Honda st 1300 is one you missed.

Would you consider this better than the concourse?

@bhaddock9277

5 жыл бұрын

I ride a FJR1300 and think it's a good balance between speed and comfort. The Kawasaki 1400 may be faster but then again does that really matter in the greater scheme of things? FJR1300 has been a successful model for years for a good reason, it does what it does very well.

@JimHoward

4 жыл бұрын

I'm too short for the Concourse, which has a single fixed seat. The FJR has two seats, the front is adjustable just enough to make it possible for me to ride it without too much fear of tipping it over.

@anonymousanonymous8306

4 жыл бұрын

Concours has roomier ergos. If your under 32" inseam the fjr is a better fit. I feel just a bit cramped on the fjr.

@scottloftin1730

10 ай бұрын

The Concourse has a couple of features that the Connie does not have and vice versa. The Connie has TPMS. The FJR does not. They are both great bikes.

Fyi my first bike was a honda v-65 sabre and lived to tell about it, i was young and dumb.🤪