Recent content by JFresh

2013 and it was a test ride limited to the parking lot haha. I'm surprised they even let me do that. The wife approved, but I'm not ready to have that as my only bike, especially without a proper test ride.

Just walked in to the dealer to take a look at an FJR. It was still in the crate, so they're gonna build it so I can see it tomorrow. Without hassle they already offered it to me cheaper than used ones listed at other dealerships, craigslist, and cycle trader. I hope I don't love it just to...

I'm starting to look into this too. While it might be "heavy", it's lighter than a lot of the alternatives, and seems like the best value. Not to mention insurance is priced the same for this and the 6R for me. Gotta find one to test ride. I priced insurance for the Ninja 1000 and immediately...

There's a lot of good about the F800GT but just not enough for me to justify the price of a new one. The ergos were great, and the seat was comfortable, but I get the same comfort from the 6R. Shifting and acceleration was butter smooth, pulls nice at all RPMs. Wind protection on the highway...

Coast Guard, currently stationed in CT.

I had the same issue. Then I got a light gray/red Rev'it Airwave jacket, and it was awesome on the 90+ degree days with high humidity.

Thanks for the info. I'm assuming I'm going to be riding a demo that fully broken in. I've heard complaints regarding vibrations above 5k, and engine heat. I'll be keeping an eye out for that. I had a Harley before, so I doubt vibes and heat could turn me off. But the 6R has me spoiled right...

Has anybody ridden or considered the BMW F800GT? I have a test ride set up for Thursday. I like everything about this bike on paper, hopefully the ride doesn't disappoint. Just wanted to see if anybody else rode this for comparison and might have something they didn't like about it.

Pics show a fuel gauge on the right hand side. http://www.motorcycle-usa.com/649/16383/Motorcycle-Article/2014-Yamaha-FZ-09-First-Look.aspx

Same here. The clear just sold out in the past week or so. The smoked has been sold out since I started looking over a month ago.

Reviving this thread. Recently moved to Groton, CT from Boston for the USCG. Originally from CT, but I've been between NY, NJ, and MA for the past 13 years.

I got the grips in. I haven't installed them yet, and don't really know if I will. The stock grips measure in at 120mm. The FZ6R grips are advertised at 120mm, the actual package says 125mm, the throttle side measured around 120-121mm, and left side measures 127mm. I think these are just...

I was told I'd have them Tuesday. Hopefully soon though. I'll post when I get them.

I got an email about the MSF course, and how it was required to bring a motorcycle on base. Didn't really think too much about it since it didn't pertain to me. But then I read that the military pays for it, so I figured why not give it a go. At the very least it would be an experience. Loved...

I kept my Harley when I got the FZ6R. I still really enjoy both because of the fact that they are totally different. There's nothing wrong with switching up your style. Nothing says you have to belong to a certain segment. If it ends up that you're not into it, so be it. At least you have the...