Recent content by scottpatton44

My local mechanic who I generally trust is absolutely NOT a fan of the Super Tenere. I finally "cornered him" and said why. His response was every time we check the valves they are WAY out. I've never checked my own valves, have no knowledge of the process or procedure - but those who have -...

I'm just curious why you bothered to change the exhaust if you didn't want it louder?

(and now I read what you wrote ... lol)

Haha - there's almost nothing left to upgrade. I just got the new bike itch! 40k miles, upgraded bars, seat, suspension, pegs, grips, windshield, cases, fork brace, foot, tail lights, driving lights ... I got the "wants" ... not the "needs".

Agreed - and to be 100% honest, I'll test ride it and walk out ... I bought my V-Strom there - am 53 years old, not trying to ride an R1 ... I know what I want and don't want BS

The conversation went like this. Me: I would like to test ride the Super Tenere MMS: We only do that by appointment. Me: I'd like an appointment. MMS: We have limited availability. Me: How about noon? MMS: Okay. MMS: Do you have a trade in? Me: Maybe - I haven't decided if I want to trade it...

Friday and double negatives made my head hurt ... LOL

Hope i've completed successfully. I'm human - a bizarre human - but human none the less.

Had great experience over on StromTroopers - if you're ever on a V-Strom - you will know. Looking to upgrade - maybe - but love my DL

Absolutely - the local shop is a complete bunch of morons with elitist attitudes. I called with cash in hand and they wont let me test ride. WTF? I'll find a way!

They aren't selling cheap - but reasonably priced. I'm pondering a lot of things - but private seller seems to be the best option. Stupid dealer fees and three hours of "No, I do not want an extended warranty" make me just wanna go easy!

I'm ST Curious. I've ridden 2 V-Stroms over 80k miles. The V-Strom 1000 doesn't excite me at all, and I'd like a machine a little bigger for long hauls. Apparently Yamaha has liquidated a number of 2019, low mile, Demo bikes... I can find 4 in a 300 mile radius. One claims to be a CA - or...