[Joey1958]

What are some of the improvements to the 2006 FJR versus the 2005. I am thinking about a purchase - but not decided if to go with a new 2006 versus a low mileage 2005.

Thanks

 

[qmotion]

It pays to do some searching before you ask questions. The differences have been covered over and over on the forum.

http://www.motorcycledaily.com/26may06_2006yamaha_fjr1300.htm

http://www.fjrowners.ws/phpbb2/viewtopic.php?t=1592

These articles might help you.

Mel

 

[Joey1958]

Thanks for the info. I am new to the forum. How big an issue is the heat buildup which was apparently corrected in the 2006 version?

 

[qmotion]

My 2005 FJR got very very hot between the legs, especially when the tank was half full or below very noticable in 85 degree weather and above. The 2006 has many refinements worth having. If you already had one I'd say keep what you had maybe. Depending on the deal your getting it might make a difference. If there is no pressure on the finances I'd say get a 2006.



Mel

 

[Joey1958]

There is one available in Texas I am looking at - it has 4,800 miles and he is asking $10,000 versus a new one - what do you think?

 

[petey]

There is one available in Texas I am looking at - it has 4,800 miles and he is asking $10,000 versus a new one - what do you think?

IMHO, I would spring for a new '06. The changes yami made are worth the extra $$$. :mrgreen:

 

[SpeedFreak]

06 over the 05 anyday!

http://www.fjrforum.com/forum//index.php?showtopic=8389&st=0&p=101389&#entry101389

 

[worldbound4now]

Penis. Oh wait...... dick... oh wait... too much wine tonight.