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Trncaba · 08-27-2008, 09:40 PM

ah yes the FJR, Hubby owns TWO!!! I like the bike but the FZ is just so much slicker looking and not so blocky looking. Hubby does like my FZ but his FJRs' are his passion.

Trina

**sideshow_downs** · 08-27-2008, 09:55 PM

My dad has a FJR he loves it. ME and him just did a 350 mile day

alpinematt · 08-27-2008, 10:32 PM

To solidify that love affair you should read this review at motorcycleusa.com.[url="http://http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/Article_Page.aspx?ArticleID=5874"]usa.com comparing the sport tour '08 bikes. They compare Yami, Kawi, Honda, BMW, and maybe someone else. Well, they put the FJR as top dog in their shootout. I wish I knew how to hook you right to the link. Some day, I will possess complete computer competency.... someday. Wait, I think I just stuck the link in the middle of one of my sentences. Maybe this will get you there.

matt

Denver_FZ6 · 08-27-2008, 10:35 PM

I've been eyeing the FJR for a few years. Funny, but I parked next to one at work today and caught myself staring just a bit too long. Almost cop'd a seat to see how it feels, but that wouldn't be appropriate, certainly not right in front of the FZ6.

cv_rider · 08-27-2008, 11:01 PM

I too really like the look of the FJR, and think the adventure-tourer may be the ideal mixture of comfort, carrying capacity, and still fun to ride. But is it really 2x the bike of the FZ6 (it is 2x the price)? I've only ridden two bikes ever, the other being a Buell Blast. FZ6 seems like a Cadillac to me, as the Blast's thumpy vibrations, small rev zone, mechanical problems, and awkward shifting are still recent memories. Every time I look at a bike review and think "that would be nice" I can't get over how much more expensive it is than FZ6. Given the already pretty darn good qualities of the FZ6, it's hard to imagine getting 2x the value for 2x the price. I guess when it comes to affairs of the heart, it's not all about value. Ask Elliot Spitzer.

abraxas · 08-28-2008, 01:24 AM

Musings of an Intrepid Commuter

Training instructor out there in the states somewhere, rides an FJR ... very happy with it, and excellent posts.

We got a few here too, and it would be my choice for tourer.

**bikerider** · 08-28-2008, 07:11 AM

I would love to have the FJR for touring

grumpy1luvs2eat · 08-28-2008, 07:39 AM

Well, your letter sounds like it should on some moto-slut chat room. Did you get drool on the keyboard? J/K! Two wheels is two wheels anyway you look at it, if you can bear the cost, go for it! GRUMPY

**sportrider** · 08-28-2008, 09:36 AM

even when you do get it, you'll still be on here

this site is kinda like a developing child, the more it grows the more it has become a true "motorcycle" enthusiast site less of a one model place. I think there are quite a few members that are fully active that don't or no longer have an FZ6. but thats OK. the welcome attitude here and friendliness toward others are what make this place work. when I log in I feel like Norm from "Cheers" ya know its the kinda place where everyone one knows your name (insert theme song here)

saveitk · 08-28-2008, 09:49 AM

an FJR is what I'm working up too as well! I chose the FZ6 for my first bike, then it's HELLO FJR!

08-27-2008, 09:40 PM	#11 (permalink)
Trncaba Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Austria Bike: 08 Raven :-) Posts: 80 Rep Power: 3 Member #1725	Re: It's not cheating!?! I'm in love........ ah yes the FJR, Hubby owns TWO!!! I like the bike but the FZ is just so much slicker looking and not so blocky looking. Hubby does like my FZ but his FJRs' are his passion. Trina

08-27-2008, 10:32 PM	#13 (permalink)
alpinematt Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Reno, Nevada Bike: 2007 fz6 Posts: 10 Rep Power: 0 Member #2374	Re: It's not cheating!?! I'm in love........ To solidify that love affair you should read this review at motorcycleusa.com.[url="http://http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/Article_Page.aspx?ArticleID=5874"]usa.com comparing the sport tour '08 bikes. They compare Yami, Kawi, Honda, BMW, and maybe someone else. Well, they put the FJR as top dog in their shootout. I wish I knew how to hook you right to the link. Some day, I will possess complete computer competency.... someday. Wait, I think I just stuck the link in the middle of one of my sentences. Maybe this will get you there. matt

08-27-2008, 10:35 PM	#14 (permalink)
Denver_FZ6 Junior Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Denver, Co. Bike: 07 FZ6 Posts: 170 Rep Power: 4 Member #2483	Re: It's not cheating!?! I'm in love........ I've been eyeing the FJR for a few years. Funny, but I parked next to one at work today and caught myself staring just a bit too long. Almost cop'd a seat to see how it feels, but that wouldn't be appropriate, certainly not right in front of the FZ6.

08-27-2008, 11:01 PM	#15 (permalink)
cv_rider Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Castro Valley, CA Bay Area Bike: 07 FZ6 Red Posts: 313 Rep Power: 6 Member #2220	Re: It's not cheating!?! I'm in love........ I too really like the look of the FJR, and think the adventure-tourer may be the ideal mixture of comfort, carrying capacity, and still fun to ride. But is it really 2x the bike of the FZ6 (it is 2x the price)? I've only ridden two bikes ever, the other being a Buell Blast. FZ6 seems like a Cadillac to me, as the Blast's thumpy vibrations, small rev zone, mechanical problems, and awkward shifting are still recent memories. Every time I look at a bike review and think "that would be nice" I can't get over how much more expensive it is than FZ6. Given the already pretty darn good qualities of the FZ6, it's hard to imagine getting 2x the value for 2x the price. I guess when it comes to affairs of the heart, it's not all about value. Ask Elliot Spitzer.

08-28-2008, 01:24 AM	#16 (permalink)
abraxas Biker Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: South Africa Bike: Yamaha FZ 6 Fazer Posts: 130 Rep Power: 6 Member #706	Re: It's not cheating!?! I'm in love........ Musings of an Intrepid Commuter Training instructor out there in the states somewhere, rides an FJR ... very happy with it, and excellent posts. We got a few here too, and it would be my choice for tourer. __________________ Ride the lightning .....

08-28-2008, 07:11 AM	#17 (permalink)
bikerider Super Moderator Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Dallas texas Bike: 2004 Yamaha FZ6 Posts: 641 Rep Power: 11 Member #367	Re: It's not cheating!?! I'm in love........ I would love to have the FJR for touring __________________ Go!GO!GO!GO! ROSSI

08-28-2008, 07:39 AM	#18 (permalink)
grumpy1luvs2eat Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Gulfport, MS 39503 Bike: 2006 FZ6 Posts: 231 Rep Power: 4 Member #3224	Re: It's not cheating!?! I'm in love........ Well, your letter sounds like it should on some moto-slut chat room. Did you get drool on the keyboard? J/K! Two wheels is two wheels anyway you look at it, if you can bear the cost, go for it! GRUMPY

08-28-2008, 09:36 AM	#19 (permalink)
sportrider Freeway Assassin Join Date: May 2007 Location: Redlands Ca.(can't see hell anymore) Bike: 2007 Yamaha YZFR1 Posts: 2,662 Rep Power: 10 Member #127	Re: It's not cheating!?! I'm in love........ even when you do get it, you'll still be on here this site is kinda like a developing child, the more it grows the more it has become a true "motorcycle" enthusiast site less of a one model place. I think there are quite a few members that are fully active that don't or no longer have an FZ6. but thats OK. the welcome attitude here and friendliness toward others are what make this place work. when I log in I feel like Norm from "Cheers" ya know its the kinda place where everyone one knows your name (insert theme song here) __________________ My Rider Resume America LOVE it or LEAVE IT former FZ6 test rider much of the action depicted here could rip your limbs off if done improperly.the riding discussed is done by an experianced rider in semi-controlled conditions, save the speed for the track. ride within your capibilities, concentrate and always wear protective gear, including a helmet, gloves, jacket, pants, and boots. I and the forum, forum staff, any combination of the words, forum, staff, thread, post, website, internet or member, are in no way responsible if you ride over your head and wad yourself up trying to recreate something you've read here.

08-28-2008, 09:49 AM	#20 (permalink)
saveitk Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: McKinney, TX Bike: 04 FZ6 Posts: 25 Rep Power: 2 Member #4098	Re: It's not cheating!?! I'm in love........ an FJR is what I'm working up too as well! I chose the FZ6 for my first bike, then it's HELLO FJR! __________________ Thanks! Kevin Dallas 04 FZ6

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