Monday 23 April 2018


 There is definitely a resurgence of mullets. I've seen it with my own eyes. It's not my bag, baby, but please...fill your boots. I was riding home recently, enjoying the affects of my new Puig clip-on visor. It does what it's supposed to do; reduce the wind and in turn, reduce the wind noise. I think it stands out a bit and says, "why yes, I'm a gentleman and a motorcycle enthusiast". I'm embracing my age and the need for a bit more comfort. However, my bike has a hooliganism to it. It's fast.

 Business up front and party in the rear (tire).



It's very adjustable, too.

And to add to the blurple theme, I'm pleased as punch to present My New Levers :


I have not been disappointed with these purchases. If you are interested in where I ordered them from, check out my post from Feb 18. Its got the goods on the levers, screen, and tail tidy (fender eliminator).

Tuesday 17 April 2018

I'm putting my feet up on this blog entry, resting them on cushion-y rubber that sits nestled on a crafted aluminum bed. I'm talking of course of the new foot pegs I ordered for the FJ-09. I picked them up today from the post office. They are from YamaBits.co.uk Yes, that's a UK website. I'll admit that's a long way for foot pegs to travel. There's plenty of foot pegs on this side of the ocean I'm sure. But the world is my oyster and there's no distance too great when we're talking motorbike parts.

                                  The Old:
The parts included:


 Only one key pin (above) for the left side is included in the parts. Re-use the pin from the right side.
 To remove left side foot peg, drill out pressed fit cap:


 Right side is a breeze , just remove cotter pin. There are new cotter pins for both sides.

                                          The new:

 It has been suggested these may prove to be "buzzy". I'm not too concerned.

Don't forget you pay at the post office for import tax...