This is a progress report, or more accurately a report of slow progress on the FJ1100.

The FJ is in the midst of being cleaned and de-rusted which will then lead to spot repainting of the frame (both front and rear).  The front frame (silver) needs the most de-rusting.  I had to strip the frame section that the front fairing attaches to down to bare metal.  The rear frame (black) is in better shape and the rusted areas seem to be confined to small areas on the welds.   And then I'll tackle repainting of the engine.

The carbs have been rebuilt by RPM and were returned with the initial orders of parts to refurbish FJ.  It was in very sad shape after a lonnngg storage, and needs a lot of work to get back on the road, but the parts are ready when I get to that stage.

I'll post more pictures of the "new" FJ as it is being restored.

Steve

Sorry for the late reply...

Good....It sounds like you have a full sweep gauge and sending unit.

Don't try and calibrate based on the position of the sweep. The tank is an odd shape.

Calibrate based only on the amount of liquid you have in the tank.

Cheers

$6.16 @ Amazon vs $2.35 @ RPM.

Thxs all, this is the YAMAHA oem number:
214-11198-01
https://www.amazon.com/Yamaha-214-11198-01-00-YG9-00027-26-2G-341-15353-00-00-214-11198-00-00/dp/B005C5AMMO/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.osR7USfaMno_jHPlLjZ_tTrL_6O6vgOL3PuL9FpkYbdY7z6bp3NgUVUAJ_zb400j-LfReG_A7c4jtnKWoDs-gLN7olk95VSUBkM_oaV0VVY.qXbZXBZrcHQjDkpYlnaiDr61KdMOJM9rUPVaqCgnpN4&dib_tag=se&keywords=214-11198-01-00&qid=1774978600&sr=8-1

M14

I went into this not believing these tires could be worth a hoot.

After a few thousand miles, I am kind of shocked at how good they are, at least in the handling department.

One of the best handling tires I have ever run, I do know, they are good.

The downside, I don't see them lasting long, but time will tell.

I am pleasantly surprised, and with the limited options, pleased.

Shinko 011 Verge Tires
Designed specifically for sport and sport touring riding, the Shinko 011 Verge combines performance with extended tread life. The 011 Verge radial tire is Aramid belted for enhanced high-speed performance and stability.

Features:
Tread compound is designed for excellent grip with extended tread life
Tread radius is designed for enhanced high speed cornering
W (168mph) or V (149mph) speed rated
   
Front  120/70ZR17 W 87-4081
Rear   150/80ZR16 W 87-4090   

I test the side stand switch with a multi-meter on the plug. When the stand is up the circuit is complete and when it is down the circuit is open.  I have a jumper wire on the harness side of the bike completing the circuit now to bypass the switch. The problem is the bike wont run with the side stand down when in neutral unless I am holding in the clutch. The neutral light is on.

Is there some other test I should do?

Thanks!

I don't recommend copper as the pan threads are not full circular and can strip out when trying to compress the washer.

I have attached the link to the Yamaha crush washer that should be replaced at every oil change.

https://www.rpmracingca.com/proddetail.asp?prod=Engine%3A214-11198-01

Randy - RPM

On my 1986 it's a 14mm crush washer

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0FG7RHMH5?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

Quote from: Billy Bananahead on March 29, 2026, 08:19:44 AM17mm. What's so funny?

Thxs Billy, I used the wrong emoticon...

Quote from: filsurs on March 29, 2026, 08:13:14 AMHey FJ-OWNERS,
Which ring ( ...mm?) should I use for a regulier oil change?
Thxs

Filsurs,
Take the ring (it is called a crush washer) to the auto parts store and match it up to what they have. Crush washers are sold by the bag. Some are copper, some are aluminum.