Yamaha FJR1300

[maxbg]

Hey guys.

 

Does the FJR engine ticks like the R1s and FZ1s?

[deanz4]

Originally posted by scooterer@Sep 7 2005, 08:46 PM

Disagree with that. The only thing the STX looses out on is speed and torque.

Handling is similar, maneuverability is actually superior due to the STX's extremely low centre of gravity... Fuel tank is below...

WATEVER!!!!

[deanz4]

Originally posted by maxbg@Sep 7 2005, 08:57 PM

Hey guys.

 

Does the FJR engine ticks like the R1s and FZ1s?

why bro R1 & FZ1 also ticks huh??

[ashenZ]

Originally posted by scooterer@Sep 7 2005, 08:46 PM

Disagree with that. The only thing the STX looses out on is speed and torque.

Handling is similar, maneuverability is actually superior due to the STX's extremely low centre of gravity... Fuel tank is below...

oopss~~ :sweat: yesh yesh.... both FJR n STX are superior.... heh~~

[ashenZ]

Originally posted by SDR@Sep 7 2005, 02:33 PM

Performance not enough?

 

lose to hayabusa...

 

heh heh... maibe alot torqier... bike dun sway to one side... louder pipes... tink dat will do the trick~~

[scooterer]

Did I mention that STX is now OTR $28,000 for 30 years plus people, provided you don't pay full cash? ... talk to bike production for details... Ah Shui just sold one last month...

[comics00]

if STX otr $28,000 then i will expect HL to lower the $$ for FJR

[Guest cheeko]

Originally posted by scooterer@Sep 7 2005, 08:46 PM

Disagree with that. The only thing the STX looses out on is speed and torque.

Handling is similar, maneuverability is actually superior due to the STX's extremely low centre of gravity... Fuel tank is below...

Another is STX wind protection is much better then FJR1300 rite?!

[ReBornBikeR]

Originally posted by scooterer@Sep 8 2005, 04:19 AM

Did I mention that STX is now OTR $28,000 for 30 years plus people, provided you don't pay full cash? ... talk to bike production for details... Ah Shui just sold one last month...

Too bad, I don't finance my purchase, I pay cash

 

Ah Shui just lost one potential customer

[comics00]

Originally posted by ReBornBikeR@Sep 8 2005, 08:22 AM

Too bad, I don't finance my purchase, I pay cash

 

Ah Shui just lost one potential customer

oh!? he dont accept full payment uh...

[maxbg]

Originally posted by deanz4@Sep 8 2005, 12:47 AM

why bro R1 & FZ1 also ticks huh??

The R1 engine ticks on the left side and it's quite irritating for some. It's the noise created from the Cam tensioner. It's not affecting any functionality or performance though.

 

I was wondering if the FJR uses the same engine design.

[Teamlm]

Originally posted by comics00@Sep 8 2005, 09:09 AM

oh!? he dont accept full payment uh...

Beware of their special clause when you take up installment, Penalty Fee ,early settlement and Admin Fee will apply with some Bike shop. No name mentioned to protect the innocent.

[scooterer]

Originally posted by cheeko@Sep 8 2005, 08:11 AM

Another is STX wind protection is much better then FJR1300 rite?!

I rode back from Port Dickson to Singapore last weekend, through about 100 km of thunderstorm. No raincoat. I just got damp, not wet.

[omnislash]

Originally posted by comics00@Sep 6 2005, 01:38 PM

sigh...think i will go without bike for the time being 'cos i'll away again from 25oct - ~16nov. will wait till more infor abt the 2006 model then compare the $$ to c if it is worth. if '06 model $30K ... sigh...maybe can consider STX13 liao

Well... There's actually not much dilemma. If u want to be sportier, get the FJR. If u want sth, er, cruiser like, get STX.

[ReBornBikeR]

I just wish to ask this question, anybody here would object if I post the exact "hot spot" temperature of our bike here?

 

I will post them tomorrow if nobody is against it

[Guest cheeko]

Originally posted by scooterer@Sep 8 2005, 01:22 PM

I rode back from Port Dickson to Singapore last weekend, through about 100 km of thunderstorm. No raincoat. I just got damp, not wet.

I noe abt the good weather protection cos i rode Julian.T ST11, dun feel a thing even at 200km/hr, where else the FJR1300 has strong wind buffing, very jialiat. But then of course FJR is more sporty, power & handle very much like a sport bike

[Teamlm]

Originally posted by Teamlm@Sep 6 2005, 12:17 AM

Mass Order for FJR -Full embroidery Polo T shirt. CLOSED

 

Confirmed parties: Size: Colour: Total Quantity: Bike colour

 

1. Teamlm XXL 1x black 1x white 2, silver bike

2. Ashen XL , Blue bike

3. Terry XXL 1xblack 1 x white 2, green bike

4. GLEN L 1 xblack 1 x white 2, silver bike

5. Rahman L, blue bike

6. FJRider/Jason L 1x black 1 x white 2, blue bike

7. Omnislash L 1xblack(silver fjr) 1xwhite(blue fjr)

8. deanz4 XXL 1X BLACK, L 1XBLACK 2

9. ReBornBikeR Size L, 1x Black, 1x White 2, Green bike

10.ezkenky (L 1x black(white FJR) L 1x white(black FJR)) & can i have a black cap(msg me 92720441)

11. comics00 L1 x black (silver FJR) L1 x white(black FJR) 1 x black cap with name:LEE KELVIN on 1 side (or rear?)

12. sonic_seed size XL, Black (silver FJR)

 

 

After many manhours spent and running around, I have managed to get 28 pieces on our Mass Order. Due to the unique design and high comsumption of multiple colours, the manufacturer has agreeded to extend to us on S$27 per piece inclusive of 5% G.S.T. For future similar design order, it will be lower.

 

The per piece price may be slightly out of my initial budget, as they are using premium 100% grade cotton Polo T. Secondly, our requirement on multiple Bike colours. Come to think of that, this is a very exclusive piece of work that many hours have been put in.

 

Can i have you guys to give me the green light to proceed? If No, Please quote and indicated a "No" beside your order and I will opt you out.

 

I need your kind answer by 7th Sept 2005. Thanks and ride safe all!

 

 

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I'm pleased to inform that the above-mentioned collection will be on Tuesday 13th till 14th Sept 2005.

 

Thank you all for making it possible.. Happy riding!

[deanz4]

Originally posted by ReBornBikeR@Sep 8 2005, 08:22 PM

I just wish to ask this question, anybody here would object if I post the exact "hot spot" temperature of our bike here?

 

I will post them tomorrow if nobody is against it

wat u mean by hot spot temp bro?? elaborate more can:giddy:

[ReBornBikeR]

Originally posted by deanz4@Sep 9 2005, 03:43 AM

wat u mean by hot spot temp bro?? elaborate more can:giddy:

I mean the exact temperature of some hot spot that I measure on our bike.

These so call hot spot are for example the frame, exhaust pipe, petrol tank, etc; that I felt the hottest or giving out the most heat.

 

My intention is to provide some form of measurement that we can compare with instead of having people complaining that our bike is hot or very hot.

 

Hot or not hot is very subjective, I have friends riding STX1300 and he is complaining that his bike is very hot. However, there are also people who said that their STX1300 is very much cooler than FJR1300. But actually how much cooler? Or is it because the STX have better ventilation or the rider is better shielded from the engine heat, instead of the engine running cooler than the FJR?

 

I personally do not belief that the FJR can be running hotter than other bikes of similar capacity. Two combustion chamber of the same volume should be giving out more or less the same amount of heat. The difference should not be that great. The only difference is the way the engine heat is being dissipated away from the engine due to the fairing design.

 

If anyone object, I will not post them here.

[SDR]

Originally posted by ReBornBikeR@Sep 9 2005, 09:45 AM

I mean the exact temperature of some hot spot that I measure on our bike.

These so call hot spot are for example the frame, exhaust pipe, petrol tank, etc; that I felt the hottest or giving out the most heat.

 

My intention is to provide some form of measurement that we can compare with instead of having people complaining that our bike is hot or very hot.

 

Hot or not hot is very subjective, I have friends riding STX1300 and he is complaining that his bike is very hot. However, there are also people who said that their STX1300 is very much cooler than FJR1300. But actually how much cooler? Or is it because the STX have better ventilation or the rider is better shielded from the engine heat, instead of the engine running cooler than the FJR?

 

I personally do not belief that the FJR can be running hotter than other bikes of similar capacity. Two combustion chamber of the same volume should be giving out more or less the same amount of heat. The difference should not be that great. The only difference is the way the engine heat is being dissipated away from the engine due to the fairing design.

 

If anyone object, I will not post them here.

Pls post, I am keen to know. Very interesting article/images I believe, hope you have cartoon to show us and not just text and super technical graph which make people more

 

Many thanks.

 

[comics00]

Originally posted by ReBornBikeR@Sep 9 2005, 09:45 AM

I mean the exact temperature of some hot spot that I measure on our bike.

These so call hot spot are for example the frame, exhaust pipe, petrol tank, etc; that I felt the hottest or giving out the most heat.

 

My intention is to provide some form of measurement that we can compare with instead of having people complaining that our bike is hot or very hot.

 

Hot or not hot is very subjective, I have friends riding STX1300 and he is complaining that his bike is very hot. However, there are also people who said that their STX1300 is very much cooler than FJR1300. But actually how much cooler? Or is it because the STX have better ventilation or the rider is better shielded from the engine heat, instead of the engine running cooler than the FJR?

 

I personally do not belief that the FJR can be running hotter than other bikes of similar capacity. Two combustion chamber of the same volume should be giving out more or less the same amount of heat. The difference should not be that great. The only difference is the way the engine heat is being dissipated away from the engine due to the fairing design.

 

If anyone object, I will not post them here.

sounds very interesting. cant think of a good reason to object this idea

btw even 2 bike of the same make & model will also not have the same temp

1) different fuel/air mixture

2) maintain by different owner mean use of different engine oil, coolant condition, date of last svc ect (unless the test bike is fresh from factory)

3) different use & mileage means different in wear & tear thus affecting its ability to dissipate heat.

 

just some thoughts

[ashenZ]

Originally posted by omnislash@Sep 8 2005, 07:22 PM

Well... There's actually not much dilemma. If u want to be sportier, get the FJR. If u want sth, er, cruiser like, get STX.

totalli agrreDdD~!~!!~

 

Dun mind riding an STX when im older....

 

But now.... like to get the best performance out from wot u r paying for.... STX juz not up to grade in terms of performance.... not sporty at all.... juz as bulky as the ST11 ehh.... at least now i dare ride moi FJr to orchard...

 

hehehehe~~ no hard feelings arrhh scooterer~~ tried ya STX... but cun get the handling FJR provides..... But i dun deny itz wind protection n comfortability is unparallel for jap bikes~!

[Teamlm]

Originally posted by ReBornBikeR@Sep 9 2005, 09:45 AM

I mean the exact temperature of some hot spot that I measure on our bike.

These so call hot spot are for example the frame, exhaust pipe, petrol tank, etc; that I felt the hottest or giving out the most heat.

 

My intention is to provide some form of measurement that we can compare with instead of having people complaining that our bike is hot or very hot.

 

Hot or not hot is very subjective, I have friends riding STX1300 and he is complaining that his bike is very hot. However, there are also people who said that their STX1300 is very much cooler than FJR1300. But actually how much cooler? Or is it because the STX have better ventilation or the rider is better shielded from the engine heat, instead of the engine running cooler than the FJR?

 

I personally do not belief that the FJR can be running hotter than other bikes of similar capacity. Two combustion chamber of the same volume should be giving out more or less the same amount of heat. The difference should not be that great. The only difference is the way the engine heat is being dissipated away from the engine due to the fairing design.

 

If anyone object, I will not post them here.

Keep it coming!! Thanks

[thongkh]

Originally posted by SDR@Sep 9 2005, 11:01 AM

Pls post, I am keen to know. Very interesting article/images I believe, hope you have cartoon to show us and not just text and super technical graph which make people more

 

Many thanks.

 

agree!!!

[ReBornBikeR]

I have taken some temperature reading on various location of my FJR1300 using a remote temperature scanner.

I think these readings might be of interest to many people including STX1300 and ST 1100 riders to compare with something more measurable instead of just saying our machine is “Hot”, “Very Hot”, “Furnace”, “Family jewels being roasted”, etc;

I hope someone who rides a STX1300 or a ST1100 can do the same so that we can compare “Notes” so to speak.

 

I rode my bike for about half an hour that night and took all these reading while the engine running, temperature on bike indicating between 3 and 4 bars, engine radiator fan cutting in and out, petrol tank at half full. My bike is using fully synthetic engine oil (Royal Purple) that I replaced about two months ago. Everything on the bike is original except the spark plugs that I replaced to Iridium plugs. This is simulating a traffic jam situation when our bike is at its hottest.

 

The temperature of the measured area fluctuates quite fast; I took the temperature at its peak, meaning highest recorded temperature.

 

Below I attached 2 pictures of a FJR (right and left side) with the exact location where I took my readings. Please note that the readings taken on the exhaust manifold (some people call the extractor) nearest the engine block is the hottest with temperature ranging from 274 degrees C ( Radiator fan cuts in at 4 bar ) and lowest at 137 degree C ( Radiator fan cuts out at 3 bar ).