Buying a new 2018

SJC

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Welcome. A lot depends on what you want to do with the bike. Touring, dirt, or street, pehaps both. Sunday rides, ect.... you get the idea,,,, details :)
I will be touring, back road scratching and gravel road running this bike. I don’t intend to off road and/or trail, bush ride it.
 

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I saw that rubber bumper seat idea. I will do that.
Mine will be an ES which comes equipped with the 30 litre per sideYamaha luggage.
I want a top box. Need one that will allow acces to the top loading sides.
What’s the best price sensitive black finished aluminum top box recommended?
 

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If you are touring, I would look into what protection your bike needs. Outfit your bike to the level of riding you expect to encounter. I would suggest some engine guards as well as a skid plate. The stock ones are more decorative than functional. A little protection up front could save you $$$ later. If you drop/tip over your bike what do you want to take the damage?
If you want a top box look into a better rack to mount it to. Stock one is not very substantial.

Take a couple of short practice touring runs and see what you are in need of.
It has been great (but expensive) to make this bike mine. If you are patient you can find some deals on used farkles. If it’s motorcycle related the price usually is shocking.

Happy farkling!
 

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Yes, engine guards, skid plate and fender extender are on my initial list.
I’ll use an Airhawk on the seat knowing that the stock seat will probably hurt after a few hours.

Are Givi okay for guards, skid plate and top box?
Is the Givi top box mounting plate robust enough ?
 

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I too have an S10 '18, ES, still waiting for some warmer days to ride the damn thing! I have Rumbux crash bars on the way, sorry, but they are out of the business now. There are other good options though. I have a top case I picked up used, that is a must for grocery store runs. Likely to go with Bumot panniers before long. Other items- like a bigger windshield, cushy seat, I'm waiting to spend some time on the bike, to see just how I use it, and what I really need. I expect a GPS will show up soon, I used the fancy schmansy BMW GPS last year, and loved it. Oh- I picked up some mirror extenders on fleabay, I know I need those, just from my short ride home. A kick stand foot and a drive shaft boot guard on my shelf, I'll bolt them on when we have three days in a row over freezing. Oh- fender extender, needs to work along with whatever skid plate you mount, I ended up passing on that item. And- a pad for the tank, damned big beer gut was rubbing on it.
 

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Ride the bike for a while and then determine what it needs to fulfill the intended mission. I use mine for a rough[er] road two-up touring machine so suspension, luggage, seats and weather protection were my priorities. To each their own.

Good luck and happy farkling!

~G
 

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I have a '16 and have had it for 2 years. Farkels include Oxford heated grips, mirror extenders, Mastad screen support, spoiler, winglets, Caribou cases and........ that's it !!

It all depends on what you are using the bike for. If I rode dirt the list would be A LOT longer.
 

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Smart advice, ride it for a while.... it will come to you. What is your mission for this tool? I bought my bike to go to Alaska in June. I Did #1 Mirror extenders $20 cheep easy big safety issue for me. Bigger jiffy stand foot. Bigger brake pedal. Rear box to store helmet and things. I ended up getting a whole setup (3 boxes and frames) at one time to make sure it all workes together. Then crash bar skid plate combo. I’m Just doing my seat now because I only commute 10 minutes to work now, but the hour and a half ride home picking it up from the dealer killed my ass, had to stop every 30mi. it’s at Russell Cycle Products getting worked over right now. Heli bars next. All weather Boots, camping gear, and it’s NORTH TO ALASKA!! Enjoy the ride I wouldn’t buy anything from Givi piss poor customer service and backing of their products. So many American made products out there, with people willing to do what it take to make you a happy customer for life.
 

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Don't get a seat for the first 4000 miles. Mine broke in at 3000 miles and it totally changed everything.

I was looking for new seats after the ride home. After 3000 miles it got way better, after 4000 it's perfect !
 

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I bought Givi engine guards and like them. I like Givi products, their products design and quality seems top notch. I called customer service once and the guy I talked to was not helpful. YMMV

I have heard that front fender extenders can catch on some skid plates.

You will find you need some way to carry stuff, as you will want to ride your bike. It’s nice to have a top box to put your helmet, coat, gear inside and locked up and out of sight while you are inside. If I’m riding solo and don’t need the space, I prefer the top box and leave the panniers off the bike.

Tank bags are nice as you can access them while riding. I carry a camelback and snacks while on longer rides. Works great for a camera too.

I suggest some sort of tank protection too as the paint is easily scratched. Some go with 3M clear vinyl some go with tank pads or both. I went with Techspec pads.

And I suggest the extended Yamaha warranty if you are in the states. Search the forum as it can be bought for much less than the dealer will try to sell it to you for. At least go in prepared knowing what is a fair price to pay.
 

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Here is a list of everything I added in preparation for a cross Canada trip last September. Cape Breton to Britannia Beach in weather that ranged from 34c and thunderstorms in Quebec to -2c and snow in the Rockies and everything in between! Eight days of travel, each way, riding hard from dawn to dusk. Stayed in hotels every night do to time constraints, so no camping gear.

1) Yamaha top box (bike came with OEM panniers)
2) Helibars risers
3) Givi tank bag
4) Givi engine/crash bars
5) Madstad windshield bracket with 20" shield
6) Yamaha wind deflectors
7) Airhawk seat cushion
8) Garmin 7" GPS with RAM mount accessories and sunshield
 
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I will be touring, back road scratching and gravel road running this bike. I don’t intend to off road and/or trail, bush ride it.
Exactly what I use mine for. My first additions were crashbars, skidplate (oem) and a fender extender. I didn't need the most robust of crash stuff and the oem skidplate is really a gravel guard, but it works for my needs.
 

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Some information about me.
I’m 62 years oldish and have an arthritic left hip. 230 lbs, 5’9” with a 30” inseam.
I own a BMW R1200RT which is the best motorcycle I’ve ever had, however it’s wide tank to seat junction splays my legs too wide causing extreme hip pain after 4 hours. I have a custom made BMS seat which negates butt soreness but even narrowed it is still too wide.
Most ADV choices have much narrower seat to tank dimension. The Africa Twin or V Strom would work but neither has the electronic suite or the shaft drive that the Super10 does.
I’ve ridden most every adventure machine out there as I work partime at a multi brand dealership. KTM seats are too high, pricey. Versys too big and isn’t dirt worthy.
I actually owned a 2007 V Strom 1000 and a Ducati Multi mess.
Truthfully, I wouldn’t be buying anything other than another RT if my hip wasn’t in such pain.

I agree with what people have posted about riding it for a while before adding ergonomic farkles, however, there are some farkles that I think the bike needs before it leaves the dealership.

1. Engine Crash bars
2. Skid plate.
3. Top box (Yamaha to match the ES models panniers)
 

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Yes, engine guards, skid plate and fender extender are on my initial list.
I’ll use an Airhawk on the seat knowing that the stock seat will probably hurt after a few hours.

Are Givi okay for guards, skid plate and top box?
Is the Givi top box mounting plate robust enough ?
If you aren't riding offroad, no need for a skid plate. Just makes oil changes more difficult and could hit the fender extender.

Givi guards have a good bang for the buck reputation. The Trekker Outback 42 liter box will work with your side cases.
 

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Givi makes a plastic and metal rack. I got a great deal on one from another member here. 946D6BE0-C68E-4C98-BD72-FEE8CCE64E41.jpeg2C9AF3C0-2949-4202-8596-0DD51297EF03.jpeg
 

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IMO the need to haves are priority over the want to haves.

Touring - sat nav and suitable mounts. Phone holder if important. Charging points, is one enough? Luggage, personally I don't rate the standard panniers, they're up to the job, but there's a better set up available. Standard panniers are too heavy on their own! If you use these, do you want pannier inner bags?

Crash bars, make sense - I went for Givi and am happy with them, also easy to fit.

Extra lights, do you ride much at night? Perhaps if not then these can be a later addition.

Skid plate, if 90% off-road, I wouldn't bother, the standard one is fine.

Seat - with a 30in inseam you may struggle with the seat in the higher/flat position.

Screen - standard is fine, but greatly improved with one of those small attachment lip thingys at the top. Yamaha winglets are IMO a must.
 
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