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Old 06-27-2008, 06:27 PM   #1 (permalink)
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Red face Took a test ride yesterday....

....on an EFI America, and loved it. I finally see what all the fuss is about. Very comfortable, and although 200cc's smaller, seems to have way more grunt than SWMBO's V-Star 1100. I really like the parallel twin. My dealer is presently sourcing the bike and my accessory wish-list - (TORS, screen, sissy-bar and rack, footboards, engine-guard) as we speak, to price it out.

Although two completely different bikes, the FJR 1300 might be for sale soon. I think I'm ready to slow down a little (but probably don't have to on the America).

Hope to cease lurking and start owning soon..............

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Old 06-28-2008, 11:26 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Enjoy the America!! My bud did for years till he passed away! The FJR's are bringing a premium price - not for the bike, but for the drivetrain! They
are using them in some kind of car/ bike I think?? Enjoy ythe America- I know my bud did!!
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Good for you - enjoy the America - great bikes.

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Old 06-29-2008, 01:36 AM   #4 (permalink)
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keep the FJR

If you can swing it keep the FJR. They're different enough that you could justify the collection! Maybe it's just me, I can't get rid of anything....

I love my Bonnie and everytime I think of selling my Tiger a quick ride changes my mind!
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Ordered it today, blue on blue EFI loaded. Keeping the FJR for now (I'll let it go next year if I stop using it after the America) Can't wait for delivery.

Has anyone put a centrestand on an America? (I have a jack so I'm not worried, but thought it would be handy for road trips)
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