As some know, or dont I picked up a 1990 FJ1200 for $1600 here about a month and a half ago. So far I like the bike, it rides well, handles well and runs like a top. It has plenty of power and enough to get you into trouble if you're into that sort of thing. It feels well mannered and is comfy to ride with the after market Corbin seat.
There is a list of things that I need to attend to.
First: The chain is on it's last leg. Cant adjust it anymore. So, I will be ordering a new chain and sprocket set soon.
Second: If I were 2 foot shorter the wind screen would be ideal, however being the enormous wind break that I am the screen is in such a position that it directs air right at my helmet. That air beats the holy hell out of me while I ride and needs attention before I do any long riding. A new screen will run me about 150 bones...no biggie.
Third: Hand grips, they are gross and need swapped out
Fourth: It needs a good detailing.
Fith: I am going to have to check valve lash some time soon. The bike has a solid cam and shiming the valves is part of regular maintenace, I have a service manual so it will be "fun" learning some new stuff on a bike.
Other than that I have no issues, I LOVE this bike. I made a good choice.
There is a list of things that I need to attend to.
First: The chain is on it's last leg. Cant adjust it anymore. So, I will be ordering a new chain and sprocket set soon.
Second: If I were 2 foot shorter the wind screen would be ideal, however being the enormous wind break that I am the screen is in such a position that it directs air right at my helmet. That air beats the holy hell out of me while I ride and needs attention before I do any long riding. A new screen will run me about 150 bones...no biggie.
Third: Hand grips, they are gross and need swapped out
Fourth: It needs a good detailing.
Fith: I am going to have to check valve lash some time soon. The bike has a solid cam and shiming the valves is part of regular maintenace, I have a service manual so it will be "fun" learning some new stuff on a bike.
Other than that I have no issues, I LOVE this bike. I made a good choice.
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