MrVvrroomm
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Congrats! You're gonna love it!
She's mine!
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Congratulations on your new Scoot!!!
Impressive if you can stop at the mailbox for a turnaround. When I got mine I told SWMBO (She Who Must Be Obeyed) that I thought I would go for short little trip to the Grocery Store and pick up some Diet Coke. I really did plan on going to the local Store here near St. Louis. But that snazzy new National near Queen Whilemena State Park by Mena, Arkansas seemed so much more interesting than my local Dierberg's, I ended up there.
Took the long way home too. About 650 miles that Saturday and Sunday. SWMBO was not amused. Spent the rest of the week groveling. ::024::
It was worth it. Got lost the following Saturday too. Couldn't seem to get my GPS to work ::025::. Got in slightly less trouble for that.
Seriously, enjoy your new ride. They are fun bikes.
Impressive if you can stop at the mailbox for a turnaround. When I got mine I told SWMBO (She Who Must Be Obeyed) that I thought I would go for short little trip to the Grocery Store and pick up some Diet Coke. I really did plan on going to the local Store here near St. Louis. But that snazzy new National near Queen Whilemena State Park by Mena, Arkansas seemed so much more interesting than my local Dierberg's, I ended up there.
Took the long way home too. About 650 miles that Saturday and Sunday. SWMBO was not amused. Spent the rest of the week groveling. ::024::
It was worth it. Got lost the following Saturday too. Couldn't seem to get my GPS to work ::025::. Got in slightly less trouble for that.
Seriously, enjoy your new ride. They are fun bikes.
If she loves ya, she'll forgive ya. Eventually, anyways.
That trip sounds like it was worth it.
That trip sounds like it was worth it.
Magdump
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Congrats man!! That color really is amazing! I love the new red but if they had 2015s in that blue, that's what I would have gotten.
So, details! New? Used? Why did you chose it? What trips planned? What Farkle planned?
So, details! New? Used? Why did you chose it? What trips planned? What Farkle planned?
::012:: ::014:: Safe journey to ya sir!
And be sure you intercept the farkle card statement for the next few months otherwise it will be the doghouse for you.
And be sure you intercept the farkle card statement for the next few months otherwise it will be the doghouse for you.
Magdump said:
Ahhh. Used. My first bike was the '04 V-Strom; The 2nd is the '05 bike FJR1300 currently in the shadow in the picture
Neither of them had ABS or traction control. I started riding 7 years ago(at 40years old) after I had a near death SUV accident. Riding a motorcycle was on the bucket list so I took a class and fell in love with riding. But, the Vstrom was a WeeStrom DL650- I eventually wanted speed and handling after 2 years and 30,000 miles of riding. I greatly desired a Super Tenere but couldn't afford the new one...local FJR fit the pocket and offered an advanced amateur riding style. Admittedly, I like being one of the kings of the road knowing that I am most likely the quickest vehicle on the road wherever I am. That was intoxicating and the greatly improved handling...I consider to be a safety feature. FJR had gobs of power building exponentially but it was never happy unless I would ride faster, regardless of how fast I was moving..which made for incredible continent crossing. But after several multi-state rides, my local rides on the rocket became boring. The FJR is selfish and it wants me to be a rider, it wants me to focus on riding, it wants sweepers and it wants me to think of how much faster I could've done it. It doesn't want me to see the covered bridge, it wants me to huff and puff and check if I can knock it over with my wake. That isn't the kind of riding I prefer. I LOVE THAT FJR1300 yet, I want a bike thats fun to ride slow, a bike that can care less about the surface I'm on and can make itself invisible on the byway or on a country road. After going to the dragon(US129) the third time(once on the Wee and three times on the FJR) and getting my wings, I came home feeling great about having learned to handle and carve a bit with the FJR...nothing amazing but by no means a slouch I came home feeling great about my skills and my mount...bonded we were! At home, the next day, I took the FJR out to my favorite twisty roads and then took the same mini-dragon via demo ride on the S10.....O...M......Gdness ! I couldn't believe how much more fun I was having on my personal training ground on S10 than my cherished chariot...it just didnt make sense after my newly acquired handling skills...then theres this; I was having more fun making better time! This bike amazes me for so many reasons. It is lighter, much easier to handle two up, less worrisome(ABs,traction control) and I love sitting above traffic ( a different kind of king of the road) seeing far forward and looking wide. I feel better on the Super Tenere than I would on the R1200 because there is a Yamaha dealer at the bottom of every other hill in America. So on the S10, ultimately, I feel more connected to the breeze, the trees and the spirit of just being outside than on the FJR where the next logical improvement in skill is leathers and knee pucks. Who has time to stop and take a picture of the amazing sky when dragging knees?...that said, I don't imagine I will ever post a picture of an upside down S10 in a stream,while eating rattlesnake and fixing the tire with thread and needle...no,I'm not quite there yet. Basic off road is in my grasp now and my sense of exploration will certainly get the best of me. For now in the S10, I have a bike that I believe can slay a dragon, save a marriage(the other reason I bought the VStrom),save a life(mine), avoid psychiatrist and chiropractic, dismiss the need for electro stim, make grocery runs into labor of love and lastly, keep me connected to higher things than 'go faster.' I think this bike can do all that and well, its also fun for "go fast." HAHAHA! Versatility.
shrekonwheels
New Member
Before you take the Tenere offroad I would suggest getting a dirt bike or even a mountain bike. While the Tenere rides on dirt very well, dirt is a completely different animal, dropping a ratty old dirt bike does not hurt as bad as dropping your new love.
lapi said:Ahhh. Used. My first bike was the '04 V-Strom, 2nd is the '05 bike FJR1300 currently in the shadow in the picture
Awesome post!
To me, it's like a fella who has been enjoying sports cars in his youth, suddenly getting his first new fancy Pickup. For many, they just can't believe it took them so long.
But I do agree that since your wonderful story of 2-wheels does NOT include a dirtbike, you might consider a couple of things before you go thrashing that 600lb beast around on loose surfaces.
I also agree the ideal situation would be to get you a throw down dirt bike and go experience the MUCH different dynamics to low-traction riding.
And that IS what dirt riding really is and it IS what is so intoxicating about it. (my own opinion anyways)
Spinning, sliding, roosting, standing, ....these are the drugs of off-roading, not to mention the feeling of exploration and the amazing views it affords.
But I have witnessed the disappointment and the injury to confidence that this BIG BEAST has dealt a few folks that did their FIRST off-road adving on a Super Tenere.
At the very least, put some tires on the Pig that gives it a fair chance to do its thing on dirt. And don't forget to change your TC settings to TC2, not OFF, the first few times.
Also, be sure you got some good foot protection..........I could write a book. LOL
And finally, if you DO experience all these amazing capabilities this bike has off-road, you might get seriously hooked. And that will severely increase your tire budget!
I've warned you. O
snakebitten said:Awesome post!
To me, it's like a fella who has been enjoying sports cars in his youth, suddenly getting his first new fancy Pickup. For many, they just can't believe it took them so long.
But I do agree that since your wonderful story of 2-wheels does NOT include a dirtbike, you might consider a couple of things before you go thrashing that 600lb beast around on loose surfaces.
I also agree the ideal situation would be to get you a throw down dirt bike and go experience the MUCH different dynamics to low-traction riding.
And that IS what dirt riding really is and it IS what is so intoxicating about it. (my own opinion anyways)
Spinning, sliding, roosting, standing, ....these are the drugs of off-roading, not to mention the feeling of exploration and the amazing views it affords.
But I have witnessed the disappointment and the injury to confidence that this BIG BEAST has dealt a few folks that did their FIRST off-road adving on a Super Tenere.
At the very least, put some tires on the Pig that gives it a fair chance to do its thing on dirt. And don't forget to change your TC settings to TC2, not OFF, the first few times.
Also, be sure you got some good foot protection..........I could write a book. LOL
And finally, if you DO experience all these amazing capabilities this bike has off-road, you might get seriously hooked. And that will severely increase your tire budget!
I've warned you. O
shrekonwheels said:
DULY NOTED! From the car accident, I have some residual injuries that leash me to a very clear mind about it. I am NOT an off-roader(yet !) and I know it. So thanks guys(gals)---I've got a buddy who has already grabbed me by the collar and booked me on one of his dirt bikes. I'll take the three times advice seriously....
But I am pretty darn good gettin across a gravel parking lot! ::022::
You are fixing to have a blast on 2 wheels. (thank your buddy too)
Taking this route to hone your riding skills is going to play right into the hands of that magnificent Beast.
It's ok to buy a Tenere and use it as a Touring bike.
It's ok to buy a Tenere and use it as an Off-Rode explorer
Heck, it's OK to buy a Tenere and use it to commute!
But what makes it such an amazing machine is it is THE bike to do it all on.
Becoming the cowboy that rides that horse for every thing it can do, is your job.
You do your part, I promise it will do its. ::013::
Taking this route to hone your riding skills is going to play right into the hands of that magnificent Beast.
It's ok to buy a Tenere and use it as a Touring bike.
It's ok to buy a Tenere and use it as an Off-Rode explorer
Heck, it's OK to buy a Tenere and use it to commute!
But what makes it such an amazing machine is it is THE bike to do it all on.
Becoming the cowboy that rides that horse for every thing it can do, is your job.
You do your part, I promise it will do its. ::013::
snakebitten said:
Excellent. Well two days of riding weather and a few hours of riding. Well, let's see 40.1mpg avg. Uh, well working out the speedy side of the bike. Natural path to perfection coming from the FJR. Here's a shot
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Braking is different form the FJR. Over cooked a few times. Wondering how the linked brakes work. All hand and I get linked braking yes? Foot only is rear brake only. Foot and hand means ? Maybe I just need to get the timing down -it feels really strange trusting only a hand full of brakes. Isnt there a way to de-link them? 2012 XT1200?
shrekonwheels
New Member
If you tap your rear brake it disables the link, I do not remember for how long though.
Did you get some bags yet?
Did you get some bags yet?
shrekonwheels said:
I did. I got the Nelson Rigg soft bags. Its tagged for Yamaha but looks exactly like the CL-855. Got GIVI racks. Ordered the PLR367(easy demount) but received PL367(permanent mount) Gonna install everything today.Its riding weather today and tomorrow.
shrekonwheels
New Member
Cool, you dont fool around
I looked at Racks for two weeks despite already having Panniers. Really I was in a debate as if I should fab my own or not, common sense prevailed and I wrote the check.
Same thing for a skid plate (do not waste your money unless you are going to be riding on the dirt) It must have taken me a month to just settle on the stock Yami which I will be modifying, or maybe selling.
For my type of riding It was not necessary.
I looked at Racks for two weeks despite already having Panniers. Really I was in a debate as if I should fab my own or not, common sense prevailed and I wrote the check.
Same thing for a skid plate (do not waste your money unless you are going to be riding on the dirt) It must have taken me a month to just settle on the stock Yami which I will be modifying, or maybe selling.
For my type of riding It was not necessary.
Harry Dresden PI
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only give your baby the best farkles
