Motorcycles

With some useful improvements over the 2005 FJR1300A (adjustable seat, bars, airflow, included powered outlet in the glove box, improved pillion ergonomics, narrower width, standard ABS, and nicer looking aesthetics, including upgraded dash), the 2006 FJR1300A is the Sport Touring bike to ride.

If you've tried the ST1300 and liked it, but want a bike with an actual soul, buy this one. If you've tried the K1200GT and liked it, but want a sportier and more comfortable bike with actual cargo space, buy this one.

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The venerable 2005 Yamaha FJR1300ABS.

I looked hard at the BMW K1200GT, the Honda ST1300, and this bike. The choice was really pretty easy. The FJR1300 is a comfortable bike and a lot more fun to ride than either of the other two. It is also supported by a vast array of third-party technical websites with all the information you need to maintain and customize the bike. If you like touring, and you find Goldwings too bloated and STs not zippy enough, the FJR is the bike for you.

Deer Hunting!

Deer hunting with the FJR is an amazing experience. I bagged the limit on November 7, 2005 on 295 Northbound, just near BWI Airport. Here are some pictures. I was wearing my Cycloak Gore-Tex and Kevlar jacket, 2 ply leather gloves, over-the-heel steel-toed boots, and full face helmet at the time. Fortunately, except for massive bruising of both thighs where my legs hit the bars on my way through the windscreen, I was unhurt.

One of the truly great Universal Japanese Motorcycles (UJMs). Featuring hydraulic valves, and shaft drive, this motorcycle has been known as a blessedly low-maintainence bike. Introduced into the US during the Harley Embargo years, when an import duty was placed on bikes of 700 ccs and over, the bike featured a displacement of 696 ccs. Interestingly, everywhere else in the world the bike sold as a 750cc bike. The reduction in displacement was achieved by using a crank with a shorter stroke. This model was only produced from 1984 to 1986 and is still highly sought after by those who have ever ridden one. I took this bike to a BMW dealership last year and literally cleared out their shop as all of the mechanics came out to point and talk about the bike. In my view, the CB700SC is very cool.

FOR SALE $1500/OBO