Is this the right bike for me?

[SHUMBA]

Yup, lowering links can be installed without too much fuss.
I have a set of lowering links for the 2018 ES model.
I traded my Tenere for an Africa Twin DCT recently as the arthritis was getting really bad in my particularly left hand. Hopefully Yammer hammer will up the game and begin offering a DCT in some of their bikes.
Let me know if anyone is interested in the links, I'm selling them.
SHUMBA

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[Dirt_Dad]

A bike with a well designed quick/speed shifter can dramatically reduce the need to pull the clutch lever. I only grab the lever when starting or stopping. My guess is I've reduced my use of the clutch lever by 90%

 

[scott123007]

You don't need your clutch for up or down shifting whether you have a quick shifter or not. Unfortunately, where you do need to use your clutch is for stopping and starting, and if you have arthritic hands, holding that clutch lever in for extended periods is what hurts.

 

[SHUMBA]

Agree, however; up or down shifting the Tenere is not recommended as far as I know. Just choose whatever works for you.
My new Africa Twin 1100 definitely is more perky than my previous 2016 AT clutch (1,000 cc).
The Tenere has a little more grunt than the Africa Twin 2016 clutch model, I know as I put 30,000 km on the AT along with 43,500 km on my Tenere.
However the new 2020 AT DCT is certainly a competitor for the Tenere.
I'm not into racing, however; I do enjoy a little performance.
SHUMBA


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[Dougbug]

Not know what your back issues are who knows if the S10 is right for you but I do find it a very easy bike for slow speed or riding standing up. Standing helps me stretch my back and just be in another position on those 3-600 mile days.

Yamaha quality and shaft drive are big selling points for me.

 

[Longdog Cymru]

If it is the weight of the clutch lever that is troubling you, then have you considered a replacement clutch slave cylinder? This one is supposed to reduce the pull weight by about 25%

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[MattR]

If it is the weight of the clutch lever that is troubling you, then have you considered a replacement clutch slave cylinder? This one is supposed to reduce the pull weight by about 25%

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That looks similar to the UK Oberon slaves. I have one on my Kwack and they are very good. They are a little lighter due to having a bigger piston and are much smoother than OEM (although I am comparing a new Oberon with a worn out OEM) but if you dismantle a OEM slave with around 20k miles on it you’ll see a fair bit of wear and ridgeing on the cylinder and piston. Sadly, Oberon don’t make slaves for S10s and have no plans to. (I asked) I think a new OEM cylinder is slightly cheaper than an Oberon so that might be a option for you


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[Easyrider4]

I have been riding 50 years and have owned almost every style and brand of bike. I am considering the ST style of bike for road touring and commuting. My back is part of the equation too. I want a proven design, ease of basic maintenance and ultimate reliability and a good dealer network. If any of you have lowered your ST or put lowered foot pegs on it I will be studying that too. I know this forum can help me make the right choice.

Well I thank you all for your kind advice. I found a well farkled 2016 Anniversary Yellow non-ES version and pulled the trigger. The clutch is no problem and with a 31” inseam and the ability to put the seat in low position I dont plan to lower the bike. The lowered pegs may be needed if my knees stiffen up but I did the same peg thing on my Triumph Trophy SE and Honda ST1300 and it always helped. It is amazing how after 50 years of owning 59 different bikes I can still be so excited for spring to arrive. I am very blessed.

 

[Sierra1]

. . . . I found a well farkled 2016 Anniversary Yellow non-ES version and pulled the trigger. . . .

Congrats on your new ride. I had initially wanted the yellow ES. . . . but, the US is the only place that doesn't get them. I think they sent them all to Australia, and NZ.

 

[bimota]

If it is the weight of the clutch lever that is troubling you, then have you considered a replacement clutch slave cylinder? This one is supposed to reduce the pull weight by about 25%

OFF-THE-ROAD | Clutch slave cylinder Yamaha XT-1200Z Super Tenere | Online Webshop

Clutch slave cylinder Yamaha XT-1200Z Super Tenere - Clutch slave cylinder Yamaha XT-1200Z Super Tenere For more than 20 years now Ducati owners trust the well known and famous OTR-Performance clutch

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got one

 

[MIKE R]

Congrats on your new ride. I had initially wanted the yellow ES. . . . but, the US is the only place that doesn't get them. I think they sent them all to Australia, and NZ.

Unfortunately didn't come to the UK either

Mike

 

[Easyrider4]

Congrats on your new ride. I had initially wanted the yellow ES. . . . but, the US is the only place that doesn't get them. I think they sent them all to Australia, and NZ.

I saw one for sale in Columbus, Ohio last year but it got sold quick. So when I saw this one in Florida I didn’t wait. Both were non-ES models.