Yamaha FJR1300

[weizhong]

RS Taichi is the best.

 

Yeah.. i using RS Taichi Dry Master too..

[omnislash]

Hey guys,

Fyi, i had my battery changed just now in the day. Bought the battery at Auto Machinery for $220. As stated in the 08 FJR manual its the same model made thruout.

Example will be the pic above by bro kaychan.

 

There's only 12 amp (as supplied by AM) theres no 14 amps which i tot there is.. The only difference is, its now made in Taiwan rather than Japan.

 

Had it fixed at Southern(old workshop) only to find out they also have the battery but CHEAPER at $190!!

Took out my old batt and it looks exactly the same as the one i bought, also made in Taiwan..

 

Just to share ya....

 

Thats really strange. Auto usually gives the best price. The only reason I can think of is Auto's price is tightly tied with the Yen exchange rate. So the price fluctuates quite abit but $220 versus $190, that's really quite a big diff. The pic that kaychan showed is the "older" version so to speak. The one I had in my bike that I bought in Feb 07 and the one I have as spare that I bought in Feb 09 are the ones with the "new" look.

 

N ur right, the new ones are made in Taiwan....

[Kazky]

Thats really strange. Auto usually gives the best price. The only reason I can think of is Auto's price is tightly tied with the Yen exchange rate. So the price fluctuates quite abit but $220 versus $190, that's really quite a big diff. The pic that kaychan showed is the "older" version so to speak. The one I had in my bike that I bought in Feb 07 and the one I have as spare that I bought in Feb 09 are the ones with the "new" look.

 

N ur right, the new ones are made in Taiwan....

 

Well, its already bought and installed in my bike so nothing i can do

nevertheless tats the price AM have on its catalogue..

 

btw bro u mention new look? any pic of it u can find on the Net for us to share?

coz according to AM and he even showed me the 08' FJR1300 manual which indicates the same battery model i have in my bike now..

 

well actually come to think abt it, the batt does look different if i remember correctly but not so obvious lah.. models and amps still the same..

Edited July 29, 2009 by Kazky

[Kazky]

Thx for ur info. Pretty ex for a batt huh... How long can an FJR batt lasts? 2 years should not be a prob rite.

 

Need another advice. Any recommended shaft fluid for FJR? Prefer a thicker type.

 

if u do frequently ride ur bike 2 years shd be no problem lah but of coz different pple got diff luck.. Overall, batt lifespan usually only 1 year. To be safe have it changed yearly lah..

 

Just my 2 cents............

 

Talking abt oil, so far im using Maxima 75w90 and so far so good, no issues..

[Kazky]

Noted.. thanks Kazky.. Meet up again for ride/supper..

 

Yeah no prob bro.. next time we ride again ya

[mamatcine]

RS Taichi is the best.

how much bro?

[bigcow]

how much bro?

 

abt $140. waterproof cum breathable. my last piece lasted me for 5 years.

[omnislash]

if u do frequently ride ur bike 2 years shd be no problem lah but of coz different pple got diff luck.. Overall, batt lifespan usually only 1 year. To be safe have it changed yearly lah..

 

Just my 2 cents............

 

Talking abt oil, so far im using Maxima 75w90 and so far so good, no issues..

 

Dun misunderstand it when I say "new" look... Its still the same oil fugly colour just that the print on the battery is different. Instead of "GS", it says Yuasa.

 

My battery all last about 2 years. The current on is already 2.5 yrs and going.

[K.W]

Hi all FJR riders. Juz wondering if the rider for FBB 6**H FJR1300 is around in this thread.. Because these 2 nites when i come home, the bike is parked downstairs @ my carpark.. Its definitely a new ride/rider cos Ive nvr seen it downstairs before.. Such a coincidence because i've juz changed my ride to a VFR800 and is parked beside him rite now. so just tht i say hi if the owner is active in SBF. =) the bike is in a Hougang carpark.

[mamatcine]

abt $140. waterproof cum breathable. my last piece lasted me for 5 years.

thks bro..

[ReBornBikeR]

any sign of it? when 'Tension wore out'...so at least i can get prepare...

 

When the chain tensioner is giving way, you will first hear a faint "Ticking" sound from the engine.

Later this "Ticking" sound will become a "rattling" sound of a loosen roller chain hitting at it's surrounding metal parts.

This sound will becomes louder and louder until you cannot tolerate it any more and no matter how busy, you will find time to get it check.

 

Glad I got it check and now my engine is so smooth and quiet.

However $400+ fly away

[maddog]

Any bros got any problems with your swing arm and rear shocks ?

[happy_cookies]

bro wat u doing in HK??? business or pleasure... hmmm seem serious huh

 

I m at HK for business, will coming back to Sg early Aug, but need going to Pg mid Aug for another trip...

[mamatcine]

When the chain tensioner is giving way, you will first hear a faint "Ticking" sound from the engine.

Later this "Ticking" sound will become a "rattling" sound of a loosen roller chain hitting at it's surrounding metal parts.

This sound will becomes louder and louder until you cannot tolerate it any more and no matter how busy, you will find time to get it check.

 

Glad I got it check and now my engine is so smooth and quiet.

However $400+ fly away

thks bro.really good info!very useful!!i like!! i like to hear smooth n quiet engine too..im very particular bout sound.eerr.. but.....but i dun like the $400...hhuhuhuhu

Edited July 31, 2009 by covert

[bigcow]

Any bros got any problems with your swing arm and rear shocks ?

 

like???????

[omnislash]

Any bros got any problems with your swing arm and rear shocks ?

 

If you are toking about squeaking sound, I've had it. I replaced the bearings and some collars at the rear shock relay arm. One of the collar heavily corroded and worn. Loss about 50% material on it.

[seahmh]

Hi all FJR riders. Juz wondering if the rider for FBB 6**H FJR1300 is around in this thread.. Because these 2 nites when i come home, the bike is parked downstairs @ my carpark.. Its definitely a new ride/rider cos Ive nvr seen it downstairs before.. Such a coincidence because i've juz changed my ride to a VFR800 and is parked beside him rite now. so just tht i say hi if the owner is active in SBF. =) the bike is in a Hougang carpark.

 

That was my ex-baby...

[maddog]

If you are toking about squeaking sound, I've had it. I replaced the bearings and some collars at the rear shock relay arm. One of the collar heavily corroded and worn. Loss about 50% material on it.

 

looks like i'm correct then, already booked appt at HLC. Waiting for spares to arrive

[omnislash]

looks like i'm correct then, already booked appt at HLC. Waiting for spares to arrive

 

Pls update me on how much HLC charge you for the labour. Btw, the header got to come off from my mech's assessment. I would like to know if you face the same predicament.

[arul_007]

Hi guys,

 

Saw a Blue FJR yest @ bukit batok , opp west mall. He had a metal container @ his rear. similiar to the ones TPs will have. Looked damn cool. Thinking of getting a black one. Anyone knows where to get it? how much it'll cost?

 

Cheerz!!!

[mamatcine]

metal container..? if im not wrong, its cashbox..can get @ mustaffa ctr..about $40 plus..4th level i guess..

[arul_007]

metal container..? if im not wrong, its cashbox..can get @ mustaffa ctr..about $40 plus..4th level i guess..

 

cool! yea, metal container , with 2 silver metal catches @ both sides and a keyhole in the center.. thinkin whether to get that or the pelican box.. any suggestions bro?

 

Thanks

[mamatcine]

me used cashbox..a friend of mine told me the cashbox can get rusty in mths time due to rain..not sure how true it is..mine so far so good...maybe can custom made too...those factory dealing in aluminium..hmm*wandering*

[mamatcine]

cool! yea, metal container , with 2 silver metal catches @ both sides and a keyhole in the center.. thinkin whether to get that or the pelican box.. any suggestions bro?

 

Thanks

 

pelican box? how it looks like? how much is it?

[arul_007]

me used cashbox..a friend of mine told me the cashbox can get rusty in mths time due to rain..not sure how true it is..mine so far so good...maybe can custom made too...those factory dealing in aluminium..hmm*wandering*

 

Thanks for the tip bro.. Will go down to mustafa n check it out.

btw , roughly how much issit in total. Cashbox + rack @ Seng Kwang?

 

 

Thanks