My new Yamaha FJR 1300 with mods

My new 2015 FJR with mods.

[@us4marine]

Nice bike, nice and mods. Great way to show all of us the wind noise difference. Good job and Thank you for sharing.

[@robertmiddaugh5022]

I have the same bike. I like the bag you added, and I have the same touring windscreen. I was on the fence for fog lamps, but you have inspired me to get the same kind you have. I have reflective black decals on the back, and sides which do show well when lit by headlights. I also got canyon cages which I attached foot pegs to for long drives. Very comfortable to stretch your legs.

[@thomasgilvarry8179]

Great Video. Has given me some ideas on when I get my FJR in September. Well done !

[@QuentinsMotoVlog]

Interesting mods. I just bought a 2015 FJR. Taking delivery next week.

[@tonybucca5667]

I'm turning 71 in 2 weeks...I'm getting an FJR in January. Would have LOVED an R1, but I wanna travel.

[@RC62]

One of the funnest parts of getting a new bike is getting goodies for it and customizing it. :D Very nice. BTW... Happy anniversary to you and the Mrs...

[@MrPolymers]

Thanks Robert. Well, there was a little BITCHING from the wife that came with the extra goodies.. ;)

[@GCostanza0521]

Been debating on this windshield for my 15 FJR....This video made me order it! Thanks

[@MrPolymers]

You'll like it Brandon..

[@MsDenver2]

I’m 62 and going to buy the same bike , like your extra lights for safety 👍👍great bike .

[@jordinmichael3298]

My uncle has the same bike! Great choice, there's awesome bikes

[@MrPolymers]

It's a nice bike for sure. Waiting for the weather to get better...

[@emnhw1comcastnet]

Just subbed! Looking for more bike vids!

[@Orvis128]

That's so awesome. Congrats on the new FJR, Mr. Polymers! I love the fog lights that you've installed. 1000 lumens is no joke. I hope the bike brings you many miles to come. I bought myself a 2015 HD Sportster in May after graduating from college. Nothing like a new bike to make you feel like the best version of yourself. Take care and ride safe, buddy!

[@MrPolymers]

Thanks Orvis. Ha, I'm old enough to be your father. LOL. Trust me, when I purchased this, my wife thought I had bought a crotch rocket. Also, no Harleys for me. Reason being, back in 2000 I had a Suzuki Intruder 1400 with drag pipes. Loud as hell and also ended up in me getting into a confrontation with a neighbor who said I was drag racing which I was not. After that fiasco, my wife said absolutely "No more loud motorcycles"!!!!! Thus why I went to a Burgman 650 then notched it up to this. Good riding..

[@Orvis128]

MrPolymers As long as you have the will to ride, you are a-okay in my book. That is what we all share, regardless of motorcycle brand. I'd love to own an FJR someday. I am jealous! My sporty is pretty loud but thankfully, so is my neighbor and his Harley. I've always wanted a motorcycle. It's been on my mind for my entire life. I kept telling myself, "maybe one day I can make this happen". A week after I graduated, I did just that. I've never been this happy before, and I look forward to making more memories with the bike 😊

[@johnc8910]

And loud pipes are VERY fatiguing on long distance trips.

[@npr1300A8]

Great video! I love the extra lighting you have fitted, being more visible is absolutely essential. As you were telling us about your preference to the bag over a topbox, I was reminded of when we used some leather throw over panniers on a Honda CM200T and Honda CB400NC, mainly for touring purposes but also for the weekly shopping trip. My Wife and I didn't own a car back then so the bikes were our only transport and so we used the bike for shopping trips to the supermarket. We left the leather panniers on the bike whilst inside the supermarket many times without problem, however on one occasion, I returned to the bike to find they'd been stolen! Damm!!!!! I felt so silly I can tell you as well as angry. That was a hard lesson learned I can tell you. At the age of 21 I was too trusting and naive. Happy anniversary to you both. My Wife Lynn and I celebrate 30 years next year. Also, well done on keeping your neighbourhood tidy. Our immediate neighbourhood is kept tidy by most of us living here, however that cannot be said about the rest of our once proud, historic town of Blackburn in Lancashire I'm afraid. Ride safe.

[@MrPolymers]

Thanks for the wonderful response Paul. I could not for the life of me get my wife to ride on a motorcycle. I really was thinking of a Goldwing, but it's just too massive of a bike IMO for short/long trips and to get a little aggressive on the twisties. The FJR fits that bill perfectly. I have a company car, so the FJR is strictly for pleasure rides. Congrats on upcoming 30 years. Today, not often you see couples together that long. Someday I hope to visit England. My ancestors are from there, Ireland and Germany..

[@npr1300A8]

Yes, I'm very fortunate to share with Lynn the pure joy of motorcycling. We've had two Goldwings in between owning two ST1300 Pan Europeans, the Pan won the day on that one. It Honda had developed the Pan like Yamaha have wirh the FJR, we'd have the Pan for sure. You'll have to visit us when you come over. Check out my channel to see where we ride to in this part of the UK, the best part in my opinion. 😎 Although we don't celebrate Thanksgiving, Lynn and me wish you and your family Happy Thanksgiving.

[@MrPolymers]

Thanks Paul. I may take you up on that and vice versa. I'd be glad to host the both of you here in the States. Terry aka Mr. Polymers;)

[@npr1300A8]

Thank you Terry.

[@npr1300A8]

@@MrPolymers Hi. I've just come across this again. I'm afraid we didn't get to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary because I lost Lynn in May 2017 after a non fault crash on the bike. We were hit by another motorcycle that had blown a stop sign at a crossroads. I eventually lost the lower part of my left leg. My videos are so valuable now of course. I'm hoping one day to ride again. 👍

[@danilocapellan1316]

Perfect motorcycle 👍🏽

[@basaraj]

Great video. I too am 59 and I have the same bike in the Detroit area. Planning to get the same windscreen myself. Nice to see it in actual use, thank you. In my opinion, the FJR is the perfect bike. Goldwings are too big, BMWs are too expensive and Harley’s are both, along with noisy, unreliable and inherently unsafe. What I most love about the FJR is the versatility. Apart from off-reading, nothing is beyond the capabilities of this motorcycle. You can travel cross-country with speed and ease or just run down to the market for groceries. It has more torque then a Harley Breakout and it does it all without any fuss. It’s also one of the most reliable machines on the planet with routine maintenance. I’ve had many bikes in my 42 some odd years of riding and it is the best bike I’ve ridden, it reminds me of my ‘82 CBX but the CBX didn’t have the excellent brakes with ABS and as much power. I would only consider selling the FJR for the BMW R1200RT which is much more expensive, if not more comfortable straight out of the box. Looking forward to future videos on your channel, keep up the good work. I too am dabbling with motovlogging. Cheers and let’s get together for a ride sometime.

[@tjzulu1]

I' I am also a Detroiter!! I'm a bit late to this party, but a nicely done video!! Everhandy I have a 2017 Harley Ultra limited and I own a 2015 BMW R1200RT...I agree with you on all points...seriously looking at the new FJR!!

[@tripeee58]

thank you very much for the info dense video. I too am 59 and own a 2010 FJR 1300A which I stumbled upon at Yamaha dealership with my friend while he was getting his Ural worked on. I've since stopped riding my other bike (Harley) because this bike is so far more advanced in everyway. I call it my "Starship Enterprise." It was used and the previous owner had LED strip accent lighting all over it. It came with the Commander 3 & the slip on Two Brothers exhuast upgrade. If all goes right in the superbowl I may be in the market for a new one. ;-) I'm already at Revzilla looking for the soft bag. THANKS AGAIN!

[@MrPolymers]

Safe riding Edward..

[@davidgreve1081]

Congratulations on your Anniversary! I am also an avid sport/tourer rider. Your taste in a good , quality Bike is outstanding and I like. all the modifications you've done to this one! I'll call it fuctional Class. Brilliant to say the least. This Bike is nothing short of Amazing! Many happy riding miles to you, Sir! Great choice of both the Bike and all the mods!

[@MrPolymers]

Thanks David. I'm still fine tuning the mods. Instead of the white lights on the side, I'm placing yellow lights as suggested by another poster. Also, I'm placing a car DVR front and rear cameras on it! Not sure how in the Hell this will work, but if successful, I'll do another video. Attempting to have video shooting while riding in case, God forbid, I get in an accident, etc. Happy Holidays to you and your family..;)

[@JeffThePoustman]

I had a rearview camera with monitor on my sport-touring setup SV1000S. No recording capability on that unity, but great for safety, and fun, too.

[@davidgreve1081]

Jeff Wiebe , Preventing things, is just as important as having a working model. If someone recognizes a camera, they're way less likely to try to start stuff. Afraid that they're being recorded makes them think twice about their little plan.

[@ethanfoster5429]

Thank you I ordered mine for my 2015 FJR

[@MrPolymers]

You'll love it..

[@shreddinjoe]

I see these bikes are definitely on lotsa radars...including mine...ill get one myself i think...was also staring at Suzukis 1000 touring bike...it seems quite nice as well...chain driven though... seems to be a bit more maintenance dependant

[@MotoGoYo]

Nice. Extra lights make a big difference to being spotted.

[@MrPolymers]

I agree. I've been accused of running a "Light Show" when I did this with my Burgman 650..;)

[@benth162]

I had those "sliders" on my FJR and they worked quite well when it would fall over with me when standing still. If I let the bike go past its balance point I could not hold it up. The forth time this happened I sold the bike. At 650 Lbs it is a heavy bike, but in all fairness I am short at 5'7" and too short of an inseam thus I could not put my foot down without leaning the bike over slightly. At speed I could lean it all the way over until I was dragging the pegs, but standing still it was just too heavy for me. I would advise everyone to get what you are calling Sliders for any bike because they keep your fairing from getting too messed up. If at speed though, and you dump it on a corner those "sliders" will not help at all because they create a pivot point which could cause the bike to flip instead of just riding on aluminum engine casing. 33 years eh? Well done my man, you don't hear many men speak so lovingly of their wives the way you did, showing her respect and admiration as a wife and mother to your kids. BRAVO. Enjoy your bike which I am sure you have already because it is now May 2, 2018.

[@tuckerjane2269]

Your experience is my fear ... looking for a similar bike with a lower center of gravity ! What did you go to ? Tia

[@sutous4188]

I have a 2008 got to say in love it.

[@phitns]

Awesome bike I agree. Where did you get your gps/mount?

[@brilwiljeff]

I'm liking your bike Mr P

[@MrPolymers]

It's really nice Jeff and a blast to ride..

[@CoCo-Philly]

Once again you got me. I have a Cameo ss automatic. Probably not as fun as a manual but the paddle shifting suffices.

[@MrPolymers]

Ha, check my KZbin channel. We had Bumblebee for about two years. Well, it was my daughters car when she lived at home. 2012 Camaro SS with a Borla exhaust. 450 HP.. My daughter sold it for an Audi. Now, she drives a New Civic. She had to cut her expenses as she lives in Naples. FL with the rich folk. Damn expensive there too.

[@MrPolymers]

Oh, this Spring looking for a late model Mustang convertible. My wife won't ride on two wheels, so I need to get another toy with 4.;)

[@andresalaskeno2710]

Tope to get a fjr 1300 for next spring. Just love it! Actual y with a xtze R. E. Awesome and ver y happy. Justo 20k un seven months. Having both would be sooooo nice....

[@harley1035]

Great video. I have the same and would like to know the model of Nelson Rigg back you have. Like you I don’t like or need the hard case.

[@d.w.s.6214]

Great video. Where did you get the fog lights?

[@marcotitulaer]

Hey, I love those foglights. And like too have them for mine 2017 FJR1300. How did you mount them?

[@jmossner8414]

Can u put links up for the products you're using? That would be smashing!

[@rajindarsingh1417]

I turn 50 in 1.5 years. I’m planning to get an FJR. It will be my all in one bike. I had a Diavel & a Gs1200. I’m riding an Xsr900 now. Yamaha makes gr888 bikes. Hopefully by then the speedo is an LCD like a tracer & it will be perfect. Not forgetting the Yamaha TOP box.

[@jorgemtds]

That Touring windscreen makes a great difference.

[@MrPolymers]

Sure does Jorge..

[@CoCo-Philly]

I also went from a burg to an fjr. That Burgman was ridiculed and I was called an old lady but it was a beast and faster than my co worker's Hd Road King. More reliable too. I still miss my burg aka The Sconster. The only issue with the fjr for me was the levers. I had to change them for comfort. Enjoy

[@MrPolymers]

Yep, you and I have gone down the same path. The Burgman was a great commuter vehicle for those needing the transportation as an alternative to a car. For me however, I have a company car and the FJR is my club ride toy. Plus, like a sports car, what fun would it be with an automatic. I do get more respect on the road as this thing is a beast. Another video of mine coming later tonight.

[@CoCo-Philly]

MrPolymers I have BBK full length headers, flowmasters, and some kind of tune. It's so loud. I'm in Philly so it can go from rich to poor on the same street. I'd love to get an Audi. I have a KZbin channel ( tscruggs7460) myself but nothing's major on there. I noticed you have some kind of copter. I also have a copter that I can't manipulate enough to get it off of the ground smh.

[@MrPolymers]

I build quadcopters as a hobby. I have about 8 of them plus a few planes. I also enjoy motorcycle riding. Between the two, it keeps me busy.

You can get the YCCS, or Yamaha Chip Controlled Shift in Europe. They used to offer it in the US up until 2008, I think. I have a 2006 YCCS and it is the most fun in the corners. Finger flick shifting up or down, any rpm.

[@denniseaton6305]

Can I ask the original reflectors in the side fairings. Have you made the light up or are they original. The ones below the headlights thanks

[@JuanPabloGallego1969]

Hi, nice video! I am looking at adding lights to my 2015 FJR as you have on this vid. Do you mind sharing a closer look at how you installed them onto the motorcycle? Not the wiring, but the brakets is what I am looking for. Many thanks.

[@QuadroNVS]

I know this is an old video but I hope you invested in some frame sliders. The FJR is a heavy bike and if its not moving, it tends to wants to fall over....happened to me on an off camber road when coming to a stop and the frame sliders did their job.

[@ferik.-aerodron1854]

* excellent video - like *

[@MrPolymers]

Thanks Feri.. It's a nice motorcycle for the money.

[@tomf2026]

I have the same model. How are the lower CREE lights secured to the bike. I had them on an old BMW and after the cheap chinese brackets broke resorted to Duct tape!

[@marklloyd4153]

The adhesive appliqué with the American flag and it looked kind of like a screening eagle design on it . I like the reflective side to it . I have 2 on my side bags flag of the confederacy & it’s reflective too but it’s a design that’s fits the side bags yours r great where they r 👍. I’m wondering if maybe they come from the same manufacturer as I don’t c many with reflective properties. I have seen block design stickers u can hardly c during the day but pop out at night

[@matthewmyers8645]

Curious if you could provide info on the GPS mount on the handlebar, I've been searching awhile for that. Thanks

[@harley1035]

Of hand do you know which model Nelson Rigg rear bag you have on the FJR?

[@BAHRAMCR]

I have an 09, but this bike looks much nicer. what I like about mine is that it has no clutch, and that makes it much easier to ride. But in general, these are great bikes.

[@MrPolymers]

Yeh, I kinda missed the clutch when I had my Burgman 650. Granted, if I used this bike to go to work everyday, I could see where a clutch would become a hassle..

[@plpwheeler]

Maybe a silly thing, but horizontal videos look much better on computer screens... Sweet bike! Also, I have that exact Nelson Rigg bag on my FZ1!

[@MrPolymers]

I know. That's how the video came out on my V10 phone.

[@bobesper4038]

what is the name of the side led and where did you get them and the switch? did you ad the led around the headlights or are the standard with this year bike. bob

[@goldwingpipesmoker4808]

have you seen the smuggler for the FJR? sleek looking case.

[@MuzzleMike]

Cool!

[@MrPolymers]

Thanks Mike..

[@CycleDoc675]

Sargent aftermarket seat is a must buy.

[@JerryWDaviscom]

Great bike, great windshield :) DO you think you could smoke a cigar on it at 60 MPH with the windshield fully extended?

[@jazzboy]

100% yes.

[@gentlemansnine]

Happy 33rd anniversary! Jenny actually bought be 2 windshields for my Trophy... The VStream short for summer cuz I complained it got so damn hot with all the fairing... then the medium sized VStream for spring and fall. Yeah, they were expensive... but there's something about the VStream that really reduces the turbulance that the stock windshield had. Has your wife ridden on the back of the FJR yet? :-)

[@MrPolymers]

Arron!!!! Now, you know better than to ask me that question!! She would not get on this if her life depended on it LOL.... Nope, if Cynthia would ride, I would have purchased a late model Gold Wing. Yes, my wife is a nervous Nelly when it comes to these things. I hope you are doing well. Tell Jenny I said hello..

[@cm517chris]

very nice bike. I have a 2013 model, and am looking for the oem windshield. Any info on where you found your windshield at? Thanks! Chris

[@MrPolymers]

Hey Chris: www.ebay.com/itm/182165439489?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

[@montwolfman]

My first mod would have been the seat. I got a Corbin... was not worth the money. Barely improved the numb butt factor. Modified the stock seat with Purple Cushion. Easy done and affordable.

[@bretthatfield2516]

Could you list the specifics on the lights you have added? I would love to have that kind of light on my bike!

[@MrPolymers]

Brett.. The side lights are inexpensive: www.ebay.com/itm/2-x-Real-Yellow-Amber-COB-Car-LED-Light-DRL-Fog-Driving-Lamp-Waterproof-17cm-12V-/381445531223?hash=item58cfece657 The fog lights are 10 watt Cree's: www.ebay.com/itm/2X-10W-Cree-LED-Work-Light-Offroad-Driving-Fog-Lamp-Spot-Motorcycle-4WD-UTE-12V-/172147341496?hash=item2814c7f8b8 Good luck..

[@JeffThePoustman]

Really like the side lights.

[@michaelkuszek5372]

I am buying a 2019 leftover and want to get those uncutable zip ties you talk about. Can you send me a link please?

[@davidderyck6800]

Mr Polymers, what are the 2 light bubles on your front fender

[@MrPolymers]

Actually, deer horns. LOL.. We have a few deer here in Ohio..

[@richfjr1300]

can you share info about your foglights? where did you get them?

[@MrPolymers]

eBay www.ebay.com/itm/172147341496?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT I don't monetize my channel so generally I don't provide links to products.

[@harley1035]

Same”bike” and what model “bag”

[@SkydiveDriver]

Nice bike! Good thing a police officer was not behind you, Non stops at those stop signs LOL Have fun on your new ride, be careful.

[@MrPolymers]

Ha. What I did not mention was I passed the township police department in my video. If you see me rolling through a stop sign, I can assure you I don't have anyone behind me. ;)

[@ethanfoster5429]

What brand is your smartphone bracket?

[@MrPolymers]

Very inexpensive item on eBay. www.ebay.com/itm/Adjustable-Motorcycle-GPS-Scooter-Mount-Holder-Stand-For-Cell-Phone-Universal-/381887885699?hash=item58ea4ab183

[@sotonek]

How did you mount the fog lights?

[@MrPolymers]

On the fairings. I did drill holes..

[@CoCo-Philly]

Ha! I thought that was mine. I was like when did i make this video.

[@richfjr1300]

just one other question, the cell phone mount...what kind is that?

[@MrPolymers]

Cheap eBay: www.ebay.com/itm/331875154464?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT Works out well as it's mounted with a screw in the battery area plastic. Can be adjusted and holds my V10 well

[@peterraymon4551]

What does you being 59 have to do with a damn thing you still young get on that damn thing and enjoy the hell out of it lol

[@Silent-Lucidity]

I'd personally not place a white light on my bike as a side marker. that could lead to disaster with cars traveling perpendicular to you.

[@MrPolymers]

I can turn them off at night. They are just for visibility. Not sure what other color I'd use?

[@Silent-Lucidity]

MrPolymers : Side markers in the front should be yellow and rear markers should be red. That helps other vehicles know which direction you're facing.

[@MrPolymers]

I double checked and I did find these in yellow. I ran white LED's to the side of my Burgman for a number of years with no problems.. I may think of this. Thanks goodness I set up bullet connectors to swap these out.

[@blacklight4460]

Love the eagles! TRUMP/MAGA 2020!