2014 Super Tenere - Gets some upgrades ZE Edition

Jeff F said:
I like the Altrider stuff. I was leaning this way after watching the video(s) on their site. The crash bars especially look well thought out.

Bags are my big problem. Without seeing them in person its tough to get an idea of quality and look on the bike. Are your bags 37 litre? Jesse bags seem to have the reputation for being the best - or least it seems that way in the threads and articles I was reading. Wondering if its worth the premium and whether I really need the toughest made bags - no RTW plans - yet ;-)

I read in 2 places that Givi bags had a problem with poor/breaking hinges & locks, but the info was a little old. Likely fixed by now if the problem existed at all. Do you know?
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Mine are the 37l Trekker Outbacks and I haven't seen anything about issues with their hinges or locks, they seem pretty durable and the new rack for these bags are much sturdier than previous givi racks - they use a new CAM lock attachment rack - whatever that means - which is really just 2 locking tabs vs the 1 locking tab with monokey luggage. There's no movement at all with the rack so it feels like it would be fine if the bike were dropped. The boxes are nice and I've been through a couple rain storms already and not a drop of water got in them so that's nice. The Jesse bags will let some in at times.

The Jesse bag lids come with a nice wire retainer so you can put stuff in that area like heated or rain gear, etc. The Givis had an option of buying a small net but that was a bit ridiculous to me so I took the dremel to the fins built into the lid and strung some elastic cord.

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I had Jesse bags on my 1st bike and I did like them but the 10" bags are built close to the bike for an OEM look, great job but again maike it tough to get some of the wider top boxes on the rack and be able to open them. With the Jesse bags you have some front-to-back adjustment so that's also an option. I personally think they are the toughest and best. There's a set of bags out of the country - Holand and Poland I think which are #2 IMO - Holan and Bumot - you can see them at ADV Motorrad for pics.
 
Jeff F said:
I like the Altrider stuff. I was leaning this way after watching the video(s) on their site. The crash bars especially look well thought out.

Bags are my big problem. Without seeing them in person its tough to get an idea of quality and look on the bike. Are your bags 37 litre? Jesse bags seem to have the reputation for being the best - or least it seems that way in the threads and articles I was reading. Wondering if its worth the premium and whether I really need the toughest made bags - no RTW plans - yet ;-)

I read in 2 places that Givi bags had a problem with poor/breaking hinges & locks, but the info was a little old. Likely fixed by now if the problem existed at all. Do you know?
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Jesse Bags - without any hesitation, I would purchase those again and again. I can fit everything that I need for a weekend trip in the two bags WITHOUT tying anything down on the seat or needing the top box or tank bag. Top loading is SO much better than side loading. Pack in the order of need with last in - first out attitude and life is simplified. The 2 side bags hold as much as I put in the 2 side bags plus top box on the ST1300.

The cost seems high but will be long forgotten after you realize how good these are. The simple on-off mounting system is great. Drop the drag & weight and go ride after you get to camp. Mounting is fast, simple and secure. If it was not good, they would have been slung from my bike many miles ago during off road rides.

The only thing better than the Jesse Bags is the Super Tenere itself. It's still my favored ride.
 
What a great bike! Picked up my ES a week ago. Still have my ST1100, it is amazing how narrow and cramped it feels after riding the S10. Smooth, powerful, excellent quality, love it!
 
Mellow said:
Altrider skid plate and crash bars.

MRA x-creen spoiler.

Rigid Industries Dually D2 driving and Advmonster model 60 lights.



Gonna try to make the motocampers chill out event.
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Now that you got this nice pretty new, blue bike, you have to find some time to go get it dirty.;)

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Finally sold the Goldwing and picked up a 2013 model yesterday.

None of the dealers within 100 miles of me had a 2014 and only one planned on getting one-- but only after the 2013 they had on the floor sold.
So I bought it.. As a public service to the next guy, you know....extra karma points for me! lol...

60 mile ride home, was great-- after riding the goldwing, I have to get used to windnoise and engine noise again!!!

I'm planning on going w/ Jesse bags in charcoal, but am unsure as to what topcase to go with at this time...

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Joe, you went with 2 37L bags? Do you have a rear pic? I'm thinking of going with 37L and 48L to keep things even.
 
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Congrats! I love my ST10, a white 2013. Here are some photos you might want to checkout. I went with the Jesse panniers and a Bestem 929 top case.

https://plus.google.com/photos/100889403051509103897/albums/5988594029024121313

https://plus.google.com/photos/100889403051509103897/albums/6010102789478750929

Also now that you saved all that money buying a 2013, you can start with the farkles. It took about $2500 for my bike to become perfect.

Yamaha side wind deflectors
Parabellum windshield
Oxford Adventure Heated Grips
Caterpillar $2 o-ring for friction cruise control
(2) Ram mounts, one for Nuvi and another for Garmin 78
12v hard wire leads (3) for Nuvi, Garmin 78, and cell phone
Eastern Beaver PC-8 Relay kit (relay & fused box for powering auxiliary devices)
Alt-Rider crash guards and skid plate
SeatConcepts.com seat kit
Alaskaleatheronline.com sheepskin buttpad
Bestem 929 Top case with LED lights
Jesse panniers
Tank bag of your choice (I'm still using my old Marsee bag...)
3m reflective tape to stick on bike so you'll be seen and not hit
 
yea, I'm well on my way.... ouch!

I splurged and decided on jesse odyssey II bags and topbox.
For the $1200 free yamaha accessories deal I went with yamaha heated grips, taller windscreen, engine guards and skidplate.

Also coming-- touratech adj windshield bracket, touratech gps mount, touratech brake pedal extension,denali D4 lighting kit, rox risers, fender extender, cardo Q1 teamset.

I'm hoping not to have to do anything w/ the seat. So far it seems ok but I need to put more miles on to tell....
 
Just sold the RT. I'm trying to work out a deal on a 2013 S10. Hopefully soon.
Mike
 
Picking up the S10 tomorrow morning. Can't wait to take the long way home and start bonding with the bike. Of course, none of the things I selected for my free $1200 in accessories are in stock so that means I will have to return with the truck in a couple of weeks (100 miles away) to pick them up.

Here's the accessories I selected:
Yamaha Half bike cover
Tank bag
Tall screen
Side deflectors
Low seat
PIAA LED fog lights
PIAA under headlight mount
K&N air filter

Some items I may not need but I had to select something. If I don't use all of the accessories I will sell them.

Also, got a year of extra warranty for free.
Mike
 
Bug Dr. said:
Picking up the S10 tomorrow morning. Can't wait to take the long way home and start bonding with the bike. Of course, none of the things I selected for my free $1200 in accessories are in stock so that means I will have to return with the truck in a couple of weeks (100 miles away) to pick them up.

Here's the accessories I selected:
Yamaha Half bike cover
Tank bag
Tall screen
Side deflectors
Low seat
PIAA LED fog lights
PIAA under headlight mount
K&N air filter

Some items I may not need but I had to select something. If I don't use all of the accessories I will sell them.

Also, got a year of extra warranty for free.
Mike
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Congrats Mike!
 
congrats Dude!

I have to make that 63 mile trip back to the dealer tomorrow to pick up my accessories too!
My eastern beaver fuse block and harness came in today-- really fast shipping from Japan!!

Most of my other stuff comes in on weds of next week. That UPS driver better have a dolly!!!
 
I think Mike is about to fall in love. Enjoy the ride and say "Baa" every time you feel the love. After all, he is one of the Black Sheep!
 
Congrats on all those that are buying the Super "T". I have 6,500 miles on mine since I picked it up in February. That engine really smooths out after about 5-6K miles. Plus the mileage has gone up 2-3 mpg (mid 40's if somewhat easy with the right hand).

Not sure if the dealers will offer it, but the people that are getting the extra year on the warranty may want to look at the online dealers for the additional 3 years for cheap. I picked up 4 additional years of the "YES" for $413. I am wondering if someone is offering a 3 year deal ($300?) like that for the ones getting 2 years out the gate. I generally will not get extended warranties, but for that price, how can you not?

Mark
 
BakerBoy said:
Congrats Mike! (You trying to keep up with Joe?!)
:)
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I don't know. The wife started recounting all of the bikes I've owned in the last six years.......it wasn't pretty. I guess I'm going to keep this one a good long time just to keep her happy :D
Mike
 
Yeah, I may be riding mine a while too.. lol
 
Say......maybe that's why my babbling about the 14' VFR seems to be going over like a fart in church.......:think1:
 
Mellow said:
Yeah, I may be riding mine a while too.. lol
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Would that be one year or two? :D I've only rode one one time. It was a 2012 I think. I sure liked that bike! I have been thinking about getting a new one myself. I like my little DR650, but it is just to small to travel on/ And My old broke down body just can't handle the real off road stuff.
I will be interested in how you guys like your new bikes.
 
Ive spent the last two days riding through thr Ozarks and I love the bike! Its going to be real easy travelling on it.

A tall windscreen was one of the free accessories I chose. I put it on the bike when I got home yesterday. What a difference it made. No more buffeting and nice smooth air. I also did the seat mod to lower the back of the seat to remove the slope to the tank. I need risers to be comfortable when standing. I will probably go with ROX risers.

Im not going to change too much too fast. Needs more miles, lots of miles.
Mike
 
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