How old are you Super Ten rider?

[BMatznick]

61yrs old. Just bought a 2014 ES with 9700 miles on it. I also have a 2008 Goldwing that is now for sale. I’m looking forward to seeing where my S10 will take me!

 

[Crew Chief]

I'm 58. This is the most expensive bike I've ever bought and I wouldn't have put out that kind of cash when I was younger. They would have had to be around longer and depreciated more for me in the younger days. I don't like pushing this big beast around in the shop etc, but I do love riding it. Better performance than you would expect all the way around and one of the best handling touring bikes I've ridden. It's just a bit heavy when it stops.

 

[Sierra1]

....It's just a bit heavy when it stops.

So, don't stop! Keep riding! ::001::

 

[Scott Williams]

76.5 years young.

 

[TomPG]

Previous bike was a Yamaha TDM900 and got the impression most of the owners on the forum were getting on a little... Never asked the question there, so I'll do it here. ??? Wondering what sort of age group are attracted to our awesome S10. It's a big bike and can cost a few quid (£/$), which might keep more of the 'kids' away? Interesting to get a feel for who the bike attracts. 8) I'm 43 to start... ;D What's your age? ::017::

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[Madhatter]

when this thread first started in 2014 I was 56, now 60....... how time flies .... still loving my tenere ...

 

[Dirtyspokes]

I’m 61 yrs old but feel like 40 when commuting to work on the S10. Well ok maybe feel more like 55 yrs on those 18° winter days.

 

[SouthmtJim]

61 years young. I have my s10 about a year and half and love it. already went to Deadhorse last June. looking forward to many more years and miles.

 

[Overlander]

63 years, I’ve had a Shovelhead for 35 years which is now semi retired as the S10 has the long distance duties.

 

[Firestem4]

28, bought the S10 when I was 24.

 

[mebgardner]

I'm 77. MY 2012 S10 has 74000 on it so far. Did the Bun Burner Gold attempt on my 75th birthday and screwed up by following my GPS instead of my planned route. Ended the 24 hours exactly 36 miles short of my 1500. Completed the BBG a few months later successfully. Had another GPS screw up last summer: Followed the Garmin route in the Oregon desert instead of asking directions. It led me down progressively worsening "goat" trails until I got stuck in a rock gully. Walked a few miles till I got a weak cell signal. The 911 dispatcher couldn't figure out where I was, the SPOT emergency service sent a sheriff to the wrong coordinates and finally I called my son who contacted some local miners who found me. Been to all of the continental states and Canadian provinces except Delaware, Manitoba and Saskatchewan. Never had a desire to see Delaware. Only a couple of bike problems: The 2 year old battery died in Yellowstone NP and the "tip-over" switch refused to let me start the bike. Found out that the "error code 41" would have identified the switch problem. If only I knew how to access the ECM codes and knew where the damn switch was. It's hidden under the passenger seat very well.

Nice post. This fellow is a 2012 site supporter and has made 6 posts.

This post, he writes about how his SPOT emergency service failed him, that's a sobering thought to me.

I have a tip for using the GPS, and following a track, or route (if you know the difference): This works only if you know the route beforehand as a route file or a track file, either one. That is, if you know which way you want to go through backcountry (roads, trails, whatever). Also, the GPS must be able to accept map updates. Then, use software tools to make a *map image* of the route. Load the map image as an uploadable map (like any other map upload), and then use that for guidance, cross checked with the enroute route the GPS is telling you to follow. This works *really* well for a route that someone else has gone before (and can give you the track file), but that you have not yet seen yourself.

The difference is, the map image will never "recalculate" and throw you off. It's a picture, just like the other maps. You follow it. Instead of being a series of points (a route on a map), it *is* a map, and you steer to follow it. Foolproof.

Now, I think I'll go familiarize myself with how to get the error codes from the machine...

I apologize for the thread hijack.

I'm 61, barely old enough for this machine looks like.

No wonder my dealer complains about the lack of interest in motorcycling around here. Heard last night on the nightly news that more than ever, people are foregoing holiday vacations. They can not afford them. They don't buy these things either, this segment of the sport is definitely aging out. (ie: not the BRIC countries segment, buying 125 cc cycles).

 

[2talltoo]

I am 67 and loving my ST. Bought a 2013 with 13.5 k on it and went through plugs/air filter/and fluids after buying over the winter. Have put 4,000 on bike this spring. I am coming from owning 2 GSA 1200 wet heads and I miss some things but find positives with the ST also. Put the Mitas E07 Dakar on it have been impressed. I see all the talk on this forum for doing the clutch basket and ECU but see no reason to do it. Seems easier to buy a Gen II bike which I will do when I find a good used one. Thanks to all the advice on this forum and You Tube I have had fun working on my bike. I live in Denver and so far the riding has been great this year but worried about the fire season for sure. Thanks again to the people who have left great tutorials on bike maintenance. ::012:: ::012::ß

 

[regder]

Am I allowed to be here? 34 years old

 

[swakop_toe]

Bought my 2010 1st Edition second-hand with 7,800km in 2012.
It's on 59,000km now and I'm turning 45 in July.
I also do not see another bike, even a newer model XT1200, in the future.


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[HeavyH]

60...

 

[GearDriven]

39 Y.O.

Bought my 2013 with just over 13,000 miles on it. Ride it every day to work in the Wash DC area, now has 45k. No real mods, just some protection. Still in love...

 

[Grumpy]

I think the main reason why there are so many older riders, especialy in UK/Europe is the insurance. When ever we go to the continent for a holiday the bikers on the Eurotunnel train are nearly all 50+ (I'm nearly 69) For anyone in the 18 to 30 groupe, insurance is probably the equivelent of half the total cost of getting a decent touring bike.

 

[LousyPups]

58 years.

Pre-ordered a blue 2012 Tenere which now has about 26k miles on it and still looks like it's new. It rarely gets dirty but it's OK if it does, I'll clean it up again.

 

[SouthmtJim]

58 years.

Pre-ordered a blue 2012 Tenere which now has about 26k miles on it and still looks like it's new. It rarely gets dirty but it's OK if it does, I'll clean it up again.

Hi Jeff, I hope all is well. Are you thinking of going to the rally in Tenn? check out Rally post.

 

[stevent]

I bought a 2013 ST new in 2013, rode it for a year, got rear ended by a cell phone yapper and totaled the bike. I bought an older Triumph Tiger in rough shape for a project bike after that and rode it until last fall, when I traded it for my new '16 Super Tenny. I don't ride as much as I used to but I enjoy riding the ST when I do, just did the seat bumper mod and agree it makes a noticeable difference in comfort. I turned 60 this year..

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