FJR vibration

[Rampant]

Test rode an FJR.  Loved it.  Just want bar backs and one other thing...

There was a surprising amount of high frequency vibration in the footpegs.  Is this normal?

Any mods to smooth it out?

[Nitro]

My 06 put my feet to sleep, only place i really noticed the vibes...didnt feel anything afterwards, so no big deal.....same on the others I drove.

[JGreb]

The vibes are the only complaint I have with mine. You'll feel some in the bars and the pegs. You shouldn't feel an annoying or excessive peg vibes so the engine mount bolts may need torqued or the throttle bodies may need synced on the bike you rode.

It is such a great motorcycle in so many ways that the vibe issue is something I am willing to deal with.  Reportedly the new Concours is silky smooth but I am not yet willing to trade since the FJR has more pros than cons for me.

[JGreb]

Test rode an FJR.  Loved it.  Just want bar backs and one other thing...

There was a surprising amount of high frequency vibration in the footpegs.  Is this normal?

Any mods to smooth it out?

If you do pick one up try the stock bar configuration for awhile and I think you will find it quite acceptable once you get used to it.

[Wanderer]

Depending on it's age and maint. record it may just be in need of a throttle body sync.  I do mine about every 7-8k miles.  

[Baz]

My FJR was pretty vibey until it was broken in and I did the 1st throttle body sync. After 30,000 km, it is the smoothest bike I have ever thrown a leg over.

Vibes are a common complaint on the FJR with new owners. There is actually a letter regarding this in the last edition of Cycle World Magazine. They did give a pretty informative reply on the subject.  

[SVTNate]

I've read on another forum that a PCV and dyno tune will help the peg and bar vibrations, though I haven't done it yet.  The vibrations and mild throttle snatch/shaft jacking are my only complaints about an otherwise great motorcycle - and those problems are also supposedly alleviated with a PCV and good dyno tune.  

[FJRmgm]

I've read on another forum that a PCV and dyno tune will help the peg and bar vibrations, though I haven't done it yet.  The vibrations and mild throttle snatch/shaft jacking are my only complaints about an otherwise great motorcycle - and those problems are also supposedly alleviated with a PCV and good dyno tune.  

Is the PCV you speak of a Power Commander ?

Do a throttle body synch and make sure the engine bolts are torqued to specs before doing anything else.

But, an FJR will never be as smooth (or boring) as an ST-1300.

[SVTNate]

PCV - Power Commander 5, yes.

I'm coming up on the 4k service on my FJR and am mechanically retarded (and have little time), so I'll have the dealer do a TBS when they do the 4k service.

I'll see how much of a difference that makes, and then seriously consider the PCV/dyno tune.  From what I've read on this and FJR-specific forums, that should solve the minor nitpicks that I and many others have concerning the FJR.

I'm also thinking of getting a Corbin Smuggler to replace the rear seat so I've gone a little storage and can run without the bags more often.  I always leave the bags on the bike, but use very little of the space most of the time, and unlike some ST bikes the FJR looks good without the bags.  I've got the fender eliminator kit too, so it helps the look without the bags as well.

[Baz]

I have a PC-III on mine and can honestly say it did nothing to improve vibes. (Throttle body sync. does that).

A P.C. will eliminate throttle snatchyness caused by lean fueling done at the factory to meet emissions standards, and give you about 1 more hp. Depending on how you tune it, you will see a slight drop in fuel economy, but a large increase in the way the bike runs.