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The bike didnt sound right at low revs one evening. It was very cold so I thought maybe the temperature affected the carbs or something? The next day I found an engine exhaust stud was missing!

A simple change on my bike has completely solved the constant problem of my bike never easily starting during the coldest time of year.

Replacing the rubber bits and spring fron the clutch slave cylinder thing.

My 1999 Yamaha R1 has been with me over 4 years now. Used almost daily the entire time and I cant imagine being without it.

A quick talk about owning the bike for over 3 years

Useful things and essential things you need to have in Japan.

Theres a hidden potential problem waiting to ruin your day. The catch release mechanism inside the storage compartment is exposed and can become blocked from operation by objects inside.

I accidentally found my exhaust bracket was broken and so while the system was removed to get it repaired I took the opportunity to add heat wrap around the downpipes.

Update on some of the work done

New swingarm chain and sprockets. A long over due upgrade for the bike. I wanted to improve the acceleration response so reduced the gear ratio. Huge improvement but this mod may not be suitable for everyone.

The FJ seat looks like a big comfortable cushion but the swoop up to the tank means your balls are being crushed while riding. The hard and flat R1 seat is so much more comfortable and allows you to maneuver your body position around quickly when riding fast in the twistys

A temporary fix inspired by ARCH motorcycles to hide the skinny upper fork on my yamaha FJ1200

Never fails to start. Just gotta wrestle with it for 10 minutes first. #fj1200

Use it often and keep it clean

The Reality of Riding a Classic Bike Over Winter

Testing New Custom Mirrors at Skyline Naruto

Carburetor Tuning with the Carbtune Pro

Bedding In New Pirelli Angel GT Tyres

Riding My 99' Yamaha R1 Across Japan

Shoei Accolade Z-8 Helmet Unbox and Review

Riding a Yamaha R1 Across the Japanese Countryside

FJ1200 Standard Cans vs Emgo Drag Pipes. Sound and Performance

Replacing the Needles in FJ1200 Mikuni Carburetors

Yamaha FJ1200 Carburetor Float Valve Seat Rescue

How to Use an Ultrasonic like a Pro

How to Easily Remove Stuck Carb' Float Pins

Custom FJ12 Progress Report

Yamaha R1 1999 in Japan

1999 Yamaha R1 2 Year Ownership Review