AZKomet Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Hmmm...I like. But not so much the paint. And I am sure that is in the works. Kaw and the 1400 and the new 1300 GT causes companies to think. Loved the FJR, however, I always felt it needed a 6th gear OD. Link to comment
AZKomet Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Oh yeah, looks like the dual pipes are gone bye bye....never liked that either.... Link to comment
Whip Posted January 27, 2009 Author Share Posted January 27, 2009 I think it says this is a computer generated "idea" of what it may look like. I don't it says this is from Yamaha. Maybe Francois could help out......??????? It does say Suzuki is gonna do a Sport Touring bike as well based on the Busa motor. I could be totally wrong about my interpretation. Link to comment
cali_beemer Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Wow, hideous, ugly... I have thought the current FJR's were ungly but this one takes the cake. FOr the sake of Yamaha, I hope this is not the real deal. What colo is that? Barf golden brown? Link to comment
smiller Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Wow, hideous, ugly... Yeah, almost as bad as... Link to comment
Penforhire Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 I agree my FJR could have used a 6th gear. But it didn't really need more power! It needed slightly better suspension, more cornering clearance, and a radically better windshield design. Link to comment
AZKomet Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 I agree my FJR could have used a 6th gear. But it didn't really need more power! It needed slightly better suspension, more cornering clearance, and a radically better windshield design. Put a rifle w/s on that baby, best $ I ever spent! Link to comment
Francois_Dumas Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 I've read a bunch of articles about it last August, but things have gone quiet again. I haven't read or seen anything tangible, just the picture and some early 'guesses'. The blue one is maybe better? Link to comment
Penforhire Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Those pics give the impression of a different radiator location or ducting? The old one was prone to catching a rock but there were a couple of aftermarket guards available. Link to comment
tallman Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Awesome, looks great. Should be a winner if it has the minor issues sorted out. Look forward to seeing it in person. Link to comment
Kitsap Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 I recently spoke with a gent associated with a heated clothing concern that noted the sweet spot of the prior FJR was at 90mph, I'd hate to see the insurance sheet that comes along with this ride. Link to comment
Silver Surfer/AKAButters Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 I like the looks. If it has a 6th gear, could be a contender. Link to comment
AZKomet Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 I recently spoke with a gent associated with a heated clothing concern that noted the sweet spot of the prior FJR was at 90mph, I'd hate to see the insurance sheet that comes along with this ride. 90 to 130 was good.....but only on the track!! Link to comment
ProductUser Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 I recently spoke with a gent associated with a heated clothing concern that noted the sweet spot of the prior FJR was at 90mph, I'd hate to see the insurance sheet that comes along with this ride. 90 to 130 was good.....but only on the track!! Yes, Dave, we all know your track is highway 87 ProductUser Link to comment
Penforhire Posted January 28, 2009 Share Posted January 28, 2009 Fairing turbulence was flat-out ugly at 125-ish MPH on the old one. The sweet spot was more like 80 MPH. Link to comment
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