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OT(Re: [ST] fjrIII)
- Subject: OT(Re: [ST] fjrIII)
- From: "Brian D ." <brd@xxxxxxx>
- Date: Wed, 19 Feb 2003 17:59:44 -0600
On Tue, Feb 18, 2003 at 06:25:51PM -0800, Don Olson wrote:
> Mid 90's tech.? That's choice. That shows that you don't know the subject
> that you are talking about.
I believe he was talking about the suspension.
> In every test between ST type scooters in all
> the mags. including the Brit rags the FJR isn't even mentioned.
I think a key element missing from this debate is that the ST and the
FJR aren't in the same category (hence it's not mentioned). Even
Yamaha's own classification says "Super Sport Touring". I don't know of
any bikes that have been compared to the FJR because it's sort of in a
class by itself right now. However, it is an alternative considered by
someone who might ride an ST.
> The ST's motor is probably the best out there.
If you mean in terms of good torque low in the power band, yes. In
terms of reliability, I would beg to differ.
> Brakes? Same thing applies. The FJR doesn't have "wonder brakes" and with
> the same 100 extra lbs of lard to stop you better allow yourself a little
> extra room.
I thought the brakes on the FJR were straight off the R1? In other
words, they're top-notch. I'm not saying they're better than the
Sprint's because I don't know. But I bet that there's not much
difference.
> So if you want to convince yourself that the FJR is the better bike that's
> fine but I'll keep my ST thank you very much.
Well, I believe he let his money do the talking. To each his own,
though.
> Oh, if you find yourself in Oregon I'll be happy to show you some slick
> 20mph switchbacks through the coastal range or some fast 45mph sweepers up
> through the Cascade Range to the 7k foot level.
Are you volunteering to be a TSRA Western Rally Coordinator? :) That
sounds like a blast.
Laters,
Brian
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