I've only been able to find 87 octane ethanol free fuel where I live. I want to stick with ethanol free fuel so, is 87 octane good enough to prevent detonation during hot weather riding? Or should I add and octane booster chemical?

Well, it was, just not a very good one.   Or- A friend set me up on a blind date with what he said was a beautiful blonde woman named Heather. Not expecting much I met with her along the Malibu beach boardwalk. As I approached her, we made eye contact, her stance softened and I smiled and said "Heather"? She said yes and queried me "Mr Bond"? I replied, "yes, call me James". We continued to talk. As I realized who she really was as I was visualizing her in that hot pink bikini. She again smiled and said "Lets skip dinner and go to my place for drinks." I enthusiastically followed her knowing what might come next if I played my cards right. We arrived at her place and she began to knock on the door. Strange, but I didn't think much of it. Heather knocked again at her own door and suddenly my Mother opened the door and said "JP it's time to wake up for school!", I replied "Mom what are you doing at Heathers house?" Mom replied "You're dreaming, you have school today, get up."

My confidence now in tatters I slowly came to my senses and the dream ended. Funny thing is my mother never knew who Heather Thomas was.

Hi good boys,

For a while i have two FJ's
Particularly this which am riding most of the time is abs version 1991.
Choke is answering at first two clicks and dies if i open more.
Carbs cleaned, bowls cleaned, choke jets are cleaned (in bowls)...
Float needles and seats are new and rest of the jets..

Also would be good to get link to real manual regarding positioning of carbs during float adjustments, and what should be real fuel level in carb.bowls (gasket area or where exactly).

Thanks in advance and regards from Bosnia:)

Let us know how we can help!

Quote from: Pat Conlon on March 10, 2026, 03:00:53 PMBest news of the day!

Yes, it is, Pat. When I was trying to take over the bike, we couldn't agree on a price with the seller. Just as I was ready to move forward, the bike was stolen... so it was pretty discouraging.

Regarding the bike itself, there isn't significant damage—mainly the ignition and a few scratches from what looks like a pry bar.

Of course, every mark makes me think about repainting it in the future, but that might be a bit too picky.

I've completed a full inspection of the bike, and there are a few things that need attention before it's roadworthy.

1. Oil and brake fluid leaks — oil is leaking from the spin-on filter and shifter cover. Brake fluid is leaking from the clutch slave, so a rebuild kit is needed. Do you guys use RPM/Yamaha OE seal replacements, or an aftermarket kit that includes the pushrod seal?

2. Valve cover gasket is leaking as well, so that will need to be replaced.

3. Front tire is completely worn out, so I'll be replacing both with new Dunlop Q5A's. The local dealer has them on sale right now, so it's a good time to do both.

4. Front forks need new seals. I'll check if the tubes are still straight—tire wear suggests they might be slightly off, or it could just be from the leaking seal.

5. Full service — new fluids, filters, plugs, etc.

6. New ignition — luckily I have a donor bike, so I can swap parts over 👍

7. Shifter rod linkage is broken, so that will need replacement.

8. Front rotors are about 80% worn, so new rotors and pads will be coming soon.

9. We'll see what else comes up as I go through it.

10. Overall cleanup and polishing to finish it off.

Thanks

Quote from: MarioR on March 10, 2026, 11:53:22 AMGuys,

Great news — the bike has been recovered!

The police found it ditched about 10 minutes away from us. The ignition was removed, but the bike is still in one piece.

What a relief... whoo!

Still can't believe that happened.

Thank you everyone for keeping an eye on it 

Thankyou everyone for keeping eye on it

That's Great News ... Hope it's an easy fix.  

Thanks Pat for keeping us safe 

Nancy and I are in.... 12 thru 18

Hello all. I plan on joining about mid week. Looking forward to seeing everyone.

Best wishes.
Kurt

Yes, we're gathering again for Boone 2026
I have reservation at the Boone KOA for May 11 to May 18