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  1. broncodave

    engine knocking

    Have tenere with 1500 miles and have noticed an engine knock on acceleration since new. I kinda ignored it waiting until it was broke in. Now it's broke in and I'm starting to worry. It sounds like piston slap or predetination. Mainly around 3000 rpm in 1st or 2nd gear, if you whack the...
  2. broncodave

    almost-happy new tenere owner....

    This past Saturday I picked up my tenere. I really like the bike but have had issues stalling in traffic while accelerating from a standstill or backfiring through intake and then stalling. I have 450 miles on bike since purchased. When I test drove at dealer, it backfired once but didn't...
  3. broncodave

    2004 Yamaha FJR1300

    ::022:: 2004 fjr1300 -- price reduced 2004 FJR1300, was asking $6000.00, now asking $5800 as if it doesn't sell soon I will be trading it in..... 16k miles. Bike is in very good condition, never dropped, minor abrasion on wheels from dealer tire change. Has corbin factory seat and stock...
  4. broncodave

    newbie..... hello to all.

    Hello! My name is Dave and I'm going through my midlife crisis.. I just want to ride! ::001:: This morning I sold my DR650 and am trying to sell my 2004 FJR1300 so I can buy a tenere. Thanks to all those who replied to my last post and for suggesting I post in the member intro area. Does...
  5. broncodave

    first post -- have questions...

    I am considering buying ST1200 and i have a few questions about factory luggage. I have never seen factory luggage in person but on pics, appears to be half decent quality. Main questions are about durability and passenger comfort. In pics I've seen, looks like sidebags could interfere with...
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