I like the Ion Blue metallic. Not as pretty as the 04 Coronado Blue Pearl but still nice, and should be fast too.
Yeah, that Ion Blue is cool looking and probably wouldn't fade as much as our Coronado Blue would, if they were left out in the sun most of the time. I'd hate to find out that fading slows down the fastest color.I like the Ion Blue metallic. Not as pretty as the 04 Coronado Blue Pearl but still nice, and should be fast too.
Not really, and not as much of an offset as you would pay for exactly the same bike (ST1300) were it offered in the US. I paid under $12K for my '04 ST13ABS in '04 - the same bike, sans revisions costs $6K+ more 10 years later? At least the new FJR has many of the features ST owners have been holding their breath for the last decade. Right?
A gear indicator?? All of the other stuff is… Interesting. I'd appreciate it if I got a new bike but I wouldn't be particularly tempted to upgrade. But a gear position indicated would definitely get my attention.
This has been covered elsewhere, but the price of an ST is currently 25% less than it was in 2003. Thanks to a dollar that's weaker than the yen, you don't see that on the sticker.
I know if I'm in the right gear by listening to the engine... But... It HAS a gear position indicator, cruise, TC, ride modes, heated grips standard, more adjustable suspension, and a 12V outlet.
It'll fit perfectly. It's the same part.
It's not, people just think that because of the engine..
Like Flyfisher, I moved on and bought a 14 FJR ES at the end of Jan. Just got back from a 2-week trip to the western states- 4900mi in 13 days. Agree with everything Flyfisher says but want to add one thing: Finally got to ride the FJR in hot weather- high 90s. Took my gloves off for a short time to ride & feel the heat from the bike in various places. Tank doesn't get warm, much less hot. No hot air around my crotch. The only warm air is just above the ankle on my boots- not hot, just warm. I can even avoid most of that by moving my feet out on the pegs, but I don't bother- it's not that hot. I had my 03 ST for 7 years & 100k miles. The inner fairing panels were cut away for improved air flow and it was considerably cooler than my friend's 06. Still, my 03 was sweltering to ride in conditions where I don't notice any heat at all on the FJR.
Now that is a great report on that FJR.
No significant buzz in the handlbars or anywhere else for me, other than just a bit at 80+ mph running with the windshield all the way up in a 30mph headwind.
Glad you like your bike....how long did the rear tire last? Heading west next week and don't want to have any unpleasant surprises in the tire department..........thanks...............ff
Replied to this yesterday but it didn't go through. 2nd try:
