My midnight blue 89 3cv was my main bike for years, did 80,000 miles on it. I put an FZR 1000 exup rear wheel on it (17") and some progressive fork springs to change the handling into a bike that loves corners like the ones in this vid. I fitted Dyna ignition coils and iridium spark plugs, always made me smile when starting it as the starter motor would make a quick 'hic' noise and the bike would instantly fire up. Anyway great bikes and with some modifications can surprise sports bikes through the twisties. 👍❤️🇬🇧
I have owned 2 FJ's 1100 and a 1200 done thousands of miles, one of the best bikes I have owned never let me down even though they were a lot heavier than today's sports tourers it was the effort and the reward when poking them through some tight corners had a few tears when i sold my last one years ago had some sentimental attachment to it do over 180000 miles on it no major engine rebuilds (every 3200 miles oil change every 6400 oil and filter) totally agree the FJ1200 is a legend. I moved to a Kawasaki ZZR1100 it had so much more grunt and stayed with Kawasaki bought a ZX14 2008 and have put some miles on her and still have it now.
Truly said, my motorcycle instructor from VISC, Victoria, BC., used to ride fj1200. I was totally fascinated by its engine, style etc. Almost got one but yzf750 came in-between. Which was an awesome bike as well, hence Yamaha for life, for me. Ride safe.
I own an '89 FJ1200 and just can't get enough of ridding it. I also own a ZRX1200, which is a fabulous bike, but my heart belongs to my FJ. It just BEGS to be ridden fast.
Back in 1987, on a new FJ1200, I used come home from my job at night on Hwy 14 in California. Back then the highway was empty, maybe another vehicle here or there. I would just roll it on. One night I took it up to 145MPH, and that is no bullshit. The bike was rock solid at 145mph, no wobble, bobble or shimmy. I would cruise home at over 100mph for almost the entire trip home on the freeway. Of course on the side streets I would slow down. On one trip I rode up to Sacramento and was cruising at 120 mph up the Interstate 5, I mean doing 120 for 30-50 mile stretches. Of course I did not worry about speeding tickets because I was a deputy sheriff in the largest sheriff's department in the country. Back then and to some degree now, cops did not give other cops speeding tickets, I was stopped a few times, but just pulled out the "buzzer"(badge) and would be on my way. I also was an aviator for the USAF reserve. I flew and trained in jets and turboprop aircraft, where our groundspeed on take-off roll was over 110-120 knots, so I was used to fast groundspeeds. I loved the FJ1200, I loved to go fast, even taking my wife up to 120mph as she road on the back. But I knew I could not ride that bike slow, shit 100 mph seemed like I was standing still. I knew my speeding was stupid, I have the road-rash tattoos to prove it and I had to sell it before I made my new bride a widow and I wanted to be a father to my children. I'm 60 years old now and still ride dirt bikes. But the FJ1200 still looks like the sexiest steed on the road.
@@johnbasilone7698 At 60 years old, I took my ZX12R up to 180 mph on Pyramid Hwy, Nevada, past the Wild Horse BLM corrals. I took my TL1000S up to 155 mph and my CBR1000F up to 150 mph. Guess what? At 61 I sold them and got some slow HDs and Goldwings. At 63, I am still alive because of that same decision you made - sold them.. I know what you mean, it is in your blood... BTW, I use to work on CHP, local Sheriff's and local PD bikes and had a "get out of jail free" card. My best riding buddy was the Chief Deputy Sheriff and my neighbor was the SGT CHP. The work I did on their bikes was always free!
if anyone is into oval track racing, there is a class of cars that uses these fj1200 engines. i used to race them for like a decade, so i have a soft spot for these. they take a beating in those little cars and are very durable
Ride a 1990 black/ blue FJ 1200, absolutely love this bike - went from a 1984 Honda CB700SC Nighthawk , to a 1984 Honda VF750 Interceptor (which was a crazy good ride, but a mechanical nightmare), to this current bike. This vid basically tells it all; on demand power, comfort and ease of handling for a bigger bike (ride Bridgestone Battlax on both front and rear, had them on all 3 bikes). Great all day ride. Where was this video shot ?? Didn’t see any comments for it....
Great ride, great music - however I had preferred to hear the engine sound. I have the same bike with some updates (hyperpro fork springs, 6-piston brake calipers (from YZF), Barracuda 4-1 exhaust system, DynoJet Stage1carburretor, K&N airfilter, Wlbers 601suspension strut, conversion to 17/5,5" rear wheel rim (using an 180 tyre). It is really a great bike but as depending on age my physical strength deceases (I feel it when handling the standing bike) I consider to change to a lighter bike like Yamaha F1, R1 Suzuki GSX-F or -R (all in the 1000ccm class). To all readers: have fun with biking, use your brain and may you always have some some square centimeters road under both tyres!
Thanx for this geat Video. I hope you have many many more miles on Your FJ to go. Here in Germany we have also a lot of wonderful roads like that. I try to post a Video too. FJ forever!!!!
I own a 1991 3xw (ABS) FJ1200, have had it for 17 years. I have had many other bikes but the FJ always remains, its the complete package, powerful, comfortable, reliable, what more could you want.
Robert Mctilt Seventeen years!!!!! I have an '89 and a '90, only done 50km on each so far over 9 years. Been for sale for a year dirt cheap and zero offers.
Ive got a FJ1200 3cv that's got over 130,000 miles on it and still going strong, engines are indistructable , just greace suspension linkage bearings as these are prone to corrosion
I had the XJ900 Seca and loved that bike so next step was the FJ1200, I had it tank slap a couple of times I had the 86 model smaller front wheel still a capable bike use the gears and it goes like crazy, I had the suspension tuned by a guy who did this for the Ymaha team in Europe what a difference and then he tuned it on the dyno it had some clutch slip but was bang on with the power it was to produce, as i am now 70 yo, and have done most things this bike and later my Venture 1300 were great bikes the Venture is another story of long haul trips and also it was not a slug I could ride that Venture hard with my wife on the back and then cruise where required
I also have a ZX14R which took on a 8,000 km trip, not an easy bike to go the distance in. I bought a new FJR1300ES which is fantastic for 2 up...still love my FJ1200 but keep more as a collector now
very nice video! thx from germany. i own in 2017 still, a 1991 black/blue fj1200. my heart belongs to this bike. I will post some video, from rides through german woods/landscape. ;-) i would like to ride an fj from down el paso all the way up to colorado. would love it.
Have a low mileage '91 in east coast basement storage with a blocked carb. Strong, strong runner over Beartooth Pass years ago with dual Kirkers and K&N filters / jet kit. Really miss riding that sweetheart, but mobility issues prevail so I enjoy vicariously. Thanks for the nice vid.
Back East the induction roar of a K and N fitted to the FJ is more addictive than heroin lol and then there's the constant spending on back tyres, sprockets and chains, brake pads, fork oil but I am her devoted servant
I agree, I bought my FJ in 1985. I tried the BMW k100, a fantastic motorcycle the year before, but it was not finished. I also looked at the Moto Guzzi Le mans 850, but was there an air filter? Sure, 265kg, 4 cylinders instead of 3 and chain to lubricate. I am Swedish and drove down to southern Europe a few times. In 1992 I was driven to Seville (world expo) a total of 9700Km tour. Nice and no problem, now it is waiting for renovation. Now I have a Yamaha TDM 850 that might be better for a 66 year old. Maybe a TDM 900 or renovation of the FJ 1100 in the future?
Nice Video AM,...good riding I will say. You have convinced me that the FJ1100 or 1200 is my next bike.. ( after a 20 year hiatus ). Any recomendations,..trying to stay under 2,000-1,500. BTW was that road going into Wyoming from Idaho? Take Care. fgp
Francis G. Peck Thanks! Not sure what the prices are in the US but in Canada they are worth from 3500 to over 5000. This road is in British Columbia hwy 3, they are slowly taking the cures out of this hwy to make it safer!! noooo. As you most likely know my other bike is a Kawi Ninja 14r and the FJ is just a fantastic bike that I still enjoy riding
@tommyj7887 I never thought of that. I was only like 75 kilos and I could throw it with force left right on the consecutive tight sses to keep up with a 500 2 strokes rz and and a gsxr 400.
Great video,to get me going after fj1200 . i was looking at few 1990-1993 fj1200 in Calgary, and Edmonton, so i can take my wife out and also keep up with the Boys , doing 2 up.
The peak of this type was the 3cv (88 - 90) unless ABS is a must for you. The 3YA (as of -90) was already a little bit produced under control of the red cost pencil)
ITs true you guys know how to ride half way decent. ITs also true you guys were violating the hell out of the traffic laws and video taping it. Just saying..
+Mott theHoople those were stock gopro mounts, but i have found some others that work way better, I will be up-loading an review of them shortly. Glad you enjoyed the vid more to come. hope you subscribed to my channel
I'm following a zx14, to me that tells you alot about this bike. CONGRATS! welcome to the club, since i purchased my zx14r i just can't seem to sell the FJ1200 it just that good and with retro styling. Now that it is collector status I can insure for a year for a couple hundred bucks. Check out some of my other videos ( with FJ1200 ) or better yet subscribe.
I enjoyed the ride. If you, pachma, don't like it, just click on another channel. Now go away, this man did a good job showing how well the FJ1200 can still ride in today's sport bike world.
My dad had one... My first 240km/h behind him, i was young, thanks dad. I hope you ride on heaven roads.... Rip dad and mom
Was riding my 93 FJ 1200 today,its at 80###k and still cranking.Thats a 30 year old bike.Still handles beautifully,loads of power
yes they are still amazing bikes, i also own a FJR and ZX14R the FJ gives you the same feeling as those. Considering they over 30 years old!!
My uncle had me at 120 mph on his back in the day, I was a kid and was in heaven!! Rip Skip!!
LOL, thats how we get young kids into biking
FJs forever! Thanks for sharing
My midnight blue 89 3cv was my main bike for years, did 80,000 miles on it. I put an FZR 1000 exup rear wheel on it (17") and some progressive fork springs to change the handling into a bike that loves corners like the ones in this vid. I fitted Dyna ignition coils and iridium spark plugs, always made me smile when starting it as the starter motor would make a quick 'hic' noise and the bike would instantly fire up.
Anyway great bikes and with some modifications can surprise sports bikes through the twisties.
👍❤️🇬🇧
I have owned 2 FJ's 1100 and a 1200 done thousands of miles, one of the best bikes I have owned never let me down even though they were a lot heavier than today's sports tourers it was the effort and the reward when poking them through some tight corners had a few tears when i sold my last one years ago had some sentimental attachment to it do over 180000 miles on it no major engine rebuilds (every 3200 miles oil change every 6400 oil and filter) totally agree the FJ1200 is a legend. I moved to a Kawasaki ZZR1100 it had so much more grunt and stayed with Kawasaki bought a ZX14 2008 and have put some miles on her and still have it now.
we think alike, lol i have a 2013 zx14r one crazy bike and we did a 6500km trip last year! both great bikes, i still have them both :0
Truly said, my motorcycle instructor from VISC, Victoria, BC., used to ride fj1200. I was totally fascinated by its engine, style etc. Almost got one but yzf750 came in-between. Which was an awesome bike as well, hence Yamaha for life, for me. Ride safe.
Ride Safe... always, do love the sound of air-cooled motors becoming a lost art
Probably the best bike I;ve owned.The torque is amazing.
as an owner of a 2013 Kawasaki ZX14R, the FJ1200 is amazing considering its vintage
i am with you on that :)
i used to race oval track race cars. and the class i was in most was called legends race cars. check them out. they all have fj1200 engines
what beuitifull scenery . i agree yam fj1200 is a fantastic bike to own and ride.
Greetings from Portugal! Nice bike and good job. Thanks.
Thoroughly enjoyable. Great commentary and music. Thank you.
Nice video. l had the same bike back in the day and that sure brought back a lot of memories. Thanx.
They are great I have one now
Yes, Very enjoyable. Thank You. Music is so great! Cheers from Poland FJ 1200 FrienD! :-)
I own an '89 FJ1200 and just can't get enough of ridding it. I also own a ZRX1200, which is a fabulous bike, but my heart belongs to my FJ. It just BEGS to be ridden fast.
Lucky! two very nice bikes! FJ is a special bike
Back in 1987, on a new FJ1200, I used come home from my job at night on Hwy 14 in California. Back then the highway was empty, maybe another vehicle here or there. I would just roll it on. One night I took it up to 145MPH, and that is no bullshit. The bike was rock solid at 145mph, no wobble, bobble or shimmy. I would cruise home at over 100mph for almost the entire trip home on the freeway. Of course on the side streets I would slow down. On one trip I rode up to Sacramento and was cruising at 120 mph up the Interstate 5, I mean doing 120 for 30-50 mile stretches. Of course I did not worry about speeding tickets because I was a deputy sheriff in the largest sheriff's department in the country. Back then and to some degree now, cops did not give other cops speeding tickets, I was stopped a few times, but just pulled out the "buzzer"(badge) and would be on my way. I also was an aviator for the USAF reserve. I flew and trained in jets and turboprop aircraft, where our groundspeed on take-off roll was over 110-120 knots, so I was used to fast groundspeeds.
I loved the FJ1200, I loved to go fast, even taking my wife up to 120mph as she road on the back. But I knew I could not ride that bike slow, shit 100 mph seemed like I was standing still. I knew my speeding was stupid, I have the road-rash tattoos to prove it and I had to sell it before I made my new bride a widow and I wanted to be a father to my children. I'm 60 years old now and still ride dirt bikes. But the FJ1200 still looks like the sexiest steed on the road.
I just bought a 1989 FJ1200 Haven't ridden it much yet. Are they pretty fast bikes?
BillyRaysTV yes ... to say the least - on demand power for sure, be wary of how much gusto this bike has.
@@johnbasilone7698 At 60 years old, I took my ZX12R up to 180 mph on Pyramid Hwy, Nevada, past the Wild Horse BLM corrals. I took my TL1000S up to 155 mph and my CBR1000F up to 150 mph. Guess what? At 61 I sold them and got some slow HDs and Goldwings. At 63, I am still alive because of that same decision you made - sold them.. I know what you mean, it is in your blood... BTW, I use to work on CHP, local Sheriff's and local PD bikes and had a "get out of jail free" card. My best riding buddy was the Chief Deputy Sheriff and my neighbor was the SGT CHP. The work I did on their bikes was always free!
if anyone is into oval track racing, there is a class of cars that uses these fj1200 engines. i used to race them for like a decade, so i have a soft spot for these. they take a beating in those little cars and are very durable
Nice movie ,very relaxing ,had a 1100 years ago .Now a blackbird and some oldtimers .Drive and be safe .greetings.
Ride a 1990 black/ blue FJ 1200, absolutely love this bike - went from a 1984 Honda CB700SC Nighthawk , to a 1984 Honda VF750 Interceptor (which was a crazy good ride, but a mechanical nightmare), to this current bike. This vid basically tells it all; on demand power, comfort and ease of handling for a bigger bike (ride Bridgestone Battlax on both front and rear, had them on all 3 bikes). Great all day ride.
Where was this video shot ?? Didn’t see any comments for it....
Great ride, great music - however I had preferred to hear the engine sound. I have the same bike with some updates (hyperpro fork springs, 6-piston brake calipers (from YZF), Barracuda 4-1 exhaust system, DynoJet Stage1carburretor, K&N airfilter, Wlbers 601suspension strut, conversion to 17/5,5" rear wheel rim (using an 180 tyre).
It is really a great bike but as depending on age my physical strength deceases (I feel it when handling the standing bike) I consider to change to a lighter bike like Yamaha F1, R1 Suzuki GSX-F or -R (all in the 1000ccm class). To all readers: have fun with biking, use your brain and may you always have some some square centimeters road under both tyres!
Thanx for this geat Video. I hope you have many many more miles on Your FJ to go. Here in Germany we have also a lot of wonderful roads like that. I try to post a Video too. FJ forever!!!!
just got back from a 6500km ride, going to do a series on the trip....stay tuned
FJ1200 is ... FJ is FJ ... Just simple the best bike .
lol well you need to ride the 14R
I own a 1991 3xw (ABS) FJ1200, have had it for 17 years. I have had many other bikes but the FJ always remains, its the complete package, powerful, comfortable, reliable, what more could you want.
Robert Mctilt Seventeen years!!!!! I have an '89 and a '90, only done 50km on each so far over 9 years. Been for sale for a year dirt cheap and zero offers.
My dad also has this motorcycle it's so fun I'm only an 11 year old kid and I was driving it with my dad it's so amazing I was the passenger
Glad you had alot of fun, your a future rider but remember always be safe out there
Ive got a FJ1200 3cv that's got over 130,000 miles on it and still going strong, engines are indistructable , just greace suspension linkage bearings as these are prone to corrosion
they are fantastic bikes! my front forks got pitted over time found replacements in China hope they last!
send a picture love to see your bike too
I had the XJ900 Seca and loved that bike so next step was the FJ1200, I had it tank slap a couple of times I had the 86 model smaller front wheel still a capable bike use the gears and it goes like crazy, I had the suspension tuned by a guy who did this for the Ymaha team in Europe what a difference and then he tuned it on the dyno it had some clutch slip but was bang on with the power it was to produce, as i am now 70 yo, and have done most things this bike and later my Venture 1300 were great bikes the Venture is another story of long haul trips and also it was not a slug I could ride that Venture hard with my wife on the back and then cruise where required
I also have a ZX14R which took on a 8,000 km trip, not an easy bike to go the distance in. I bought a new FJR1300ES which is fantastic for 2 up...still love my FJ1200 but keep more as a collector now
very nice video! thx from germany. i own in 2017 still, a 1991 black/blue fj1200. my heart belongs to this bike. I will post some video, from rides through german woods/landscape. ;-) i would like to ride an fj from down el paso all the way up to colorado. would love it.
I have a 1TX. You arrange it, we'll do the ride!!!
Great video, looked like a great ride on a great bike. Track listing too please!
Nice vid, I like the soundtrack. Looks like the road to Manning? thinking about picking up one of these fj's.
you are correct
3 Guys like BMW Bikes... FJ Forever ! ;-)
Good answer :)
Great video. .I love Trans Canada 3 and my 92 fj..
+Tony Rosellini ....we should go for a ride next year!
Great video, are you guys still riding your FJs? Would love to ride with you guys I have a 91 FJ. I live on the Crow's nest outside of Hadley
Great video - I enjoyed your narration
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Have a low mileage '91 in east coast basement storage with a blocked carb. Strong, strong runner over Beartooth Pass years ago with dual Kirkers and K&N filters / jet kit. Really miss riding that sweetheart, but mobility issues prevail so I enjoy vicariously. Thanks for the nice vid.
+Tax Mule carbs easy to fix, have had mine cleaned twice in the last three years. I use nothing but 94 octain no problems now
Back East the induction roar of a K and N fitted to the FJ is more addictive than heroin lol and then there's the constant spending on back tyres, sprockets and chains, brake pads, fork oil but I am her devoted servant
LOL yes its quite a rush to ride....fast! She is great girl
Nice video...I have a 2015 FJ-09...never road one of these early FJ's from Yamaha. Subbed!
Awesome....like an air-cooled 911!
I agree, I bought my FJ in 1985. I tried the BMW k100, a fantastic motorcycle the year before, but it was not finished. I also looked at the Moto Guzzi Le mans 850, but was there an air filter?
Sure, 265kg, 4 cylinders instead of 3 and chain to lubricate.
I am Swedish and drove down to southern Europe a few times.
In 1992 I was driven to Seville (world expo) a total of 9700Km tour. Nice and no problem, now it is waiting for renovation.
Now I have a Yamaha TDM 850 that might be better for a 66 year old.
Maybe a TDM 900 or renovation of the FJ 1100 in the future?
Totally agree...have a white silver red also..3cv 89 model.. 45000miles of scottish A roads.
So good I have two
Amazing guys
Nice video what road is that in what state
Nice Video AM,...good riding I will say. You have convinced me that the FJ1100 or 1200 is my next bike.. ( after a 20 year hiatus ). Any recomendations,..trying to stay under 2,000-1,500. BTW was that road going into Wyoming from Idaho? Take Care.
fgp
Francis G. Peck Thanks! Not sure what the prices are in the US but in Canada they are worth from 3500 to over 5000. This road is in British Columbia hwy 3, they are slowly taking the cures out of this hwy to make it safer!! noooo. As you most likely know my other bike is a Kawi Ninja 14r and the FJ is just a fantastic bike that I still enjoy riding
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Agreed!
Of course, time has moved ion.
Am I the only one that thinks 1100 with 16 inch wheels and good fork springs was nimble in twisties for such a big machine.
who says no to a little more power ;) hard to find good tires for them now with those sizes
@tommyj7887 I never thought of that. I was only like 75 kilos and I could throw it with force left right on the consecutive tight sses to keep up with a 500 2 strokes rz and and a gsxr 400.
Not selling my 1TX any time soon.
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Great video,to get me going after fj1200 . i was looking at few 1990-1993 fj1200 in Calgary, and Edmonton, so i can take my wife out and also keep up with the Boys , doing 2 up.
The peak of this type was the 3cv (88 - 90) unless ABS is a must for you. The 3YA (as of -90) was already a little bit produced under control of the red cost pencil)
Had one loved the bike memorable rides one chasing a lotus esprit turbo nice, now a fjr13 fan don't think it is faster though but probably wrong.
Yes your right a joy to ride, I have a 2017 fjr and about the same for speed but the new one is less raw,
Nice toons. Who is that? Felt like I was there too.
Always have the music credits at the end of my videos, Adore by I:cube and Rolf Royce by Tosca & Stephan Graf Hadik Wildner
ITs true you guys know how to ride half way decent. ITs also true you guys were violating the hell out of the traffic laws and video taping it. Just saying..
Красивое видео, два раза посмотрел.)
how did you mount the camera to avoid vibration etc.Nice vid
+Mott theHoople those were stock gopro mounts, but i have found some others that work way better, I will be up-loading an review of them shortly. Glad you enjoyed the vid more to come. hope you subscribed to my channel
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bout to trade for one of these bikes!!!!gettin stoked
I'm following a zx14, to me that tells you alot about this bike. CONGRATS! welcome to the club, since i purchased my zx14r i just can't seem to sell the FJ1200 it just that good and with retro styling. Now that it is collector status I can insure for a year for a couple hundred bucks. Check out some of my other videos ( with FJ1200 ) or better yet subscribe.
If you're loosing tire grip, you need better new! Tires.
Agree
Ihad the1988 model just point and squirt two up and in top gear fanatastic bike
just put mine back on the road, haven't rode her for 2 years
hotel costes 2 :)
WTF music...why
FJ 1200 one of the best motorcycles ever made!! Meets one of the worst videos ever made!!
Haters gonna hate... I enjoyed the video!
I enjoyed the ride. If you, pachma, don't like it, just click on another channel. Now go away, this man did a good job showing how well the FJ1200 can still ride in today's sport bike world.
If you don't think Cruisers could take that road obviously you've never ridden the Honda Valkyrie