How to Change the Windshield on a Yamaha FJR

The FJR1300 is the premier sport-touring model among Yamaha's motorcycles. The FJR1300 was introduced to the European market in 2001 and was brought to the U.S. in 2003. An electronically adjustable windshield added to the FJR's comfortable, yet sporty look, allowing riders to reposition the windshield as needed to deflect wind at increasing speeds. The windshield can be damaged by road debris or a crash, requiring the replacement of the plastic shield. While the the windshields on FJR models built until 2005 are secured by easily accessible fasteners, newer models use concealed hardware to secure each windshield to an adjustable bracket.

Things You'll Need

• Phillips screwdriver

Instructions

1. Move the windshield into its fully lowered position, using the control switch on the left handlebar.

2. Remove the upper windshield cover mounting bolts, located under the front of the windshield, using a Phillips screwdriver. Remove the upper windshield cover to reveal the windshield mounting screws.

3. Remove the windshield mounting screws, using a Phillips screwdriver. Grasp the sides of the windshield, then lift it off the windshield bracket.

4. Place the new windshield over its bracket. Align the holes in the windshield with the bracket's threaded holes. Screw the windshield screws into place.

5. Grasp the sides of the windshield, then wiggle it from side to side. Check that all seven screws are inserted completely into their corresponding holes, if the windshield moves at all.

6. Place the upper windshield cover over the windshield, inserting the tabs molded into the bottom of the cover into the rectangular holes cut into the windscreen.

7. Screw the upper windshield cover screws into place under the front of the windshield, and tighten them hand-tight.

References

• 2006 Yamaha FJR1300A(V) Service Manual; Yamaha Motor Corporation