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I promised to come back with more info on the ram ball sitting on the dashboard. 1/ remove windshield 2/ remove black plastic cover with Yamaha logo 3/ drill hole 4/ under cover, insert "rivetnut" with tread for tiny base ram ball (see pictures) - you'll need special rivet tool to do that 5/...

The audio from the unit is provided trough the optional CT-M11 cable that I purchased together with the radio. All signals are present: stereo audio (yes, this unit does real stereo FM broadcast), microphone audio, push to talk line and 5VDC if you're using an electret microphone. Schematics...

Thanks for the thumbs up ! I will try to provide more data on how the ram ball was mounted in the dash. I can hold a big sat nav system just fine since I had my Zumo 660 there before. No vibrations, solid and secure. (see image). There isn't enough room to mount the gps when you have the...

It has been a while since I posted some info on this forum. Being a hamradio operator I kept looking for a decent solution to make radio contacts while riding my Super Ténéré. A lot of things are to be considered when installing RF to a vehicle. One has to take care of grounding, decent wiring...

I ride press bikes a lot. Remember, when you pick it up, you have to sign some forms and most of the time the insurance is good but still not covers all damage. Unless you are hit by someone else, you'll have to pay up to some amount of the repairs. I always keep that in mind before I even think...

I did 215 kph on a straight. At that speed I had to turn down the throttle. I think the max speed has to be close. To me the max speed on this type of bike is not that important. I do like the fact that (while in sports mode) the XT keeps pulling to aprox. 200 kph. I think most of the time I...

After my write-up I'd like to share some pitures I've took last weekend. (The last one is also available for desktop background) Feel free to download. It's royalty free ;)

My legs are not that long. I found the ST10 to be better than GS to put my feet on the ground. The ST10 has a ground clearance of aprox. 200mm but still I just manage to put both feet almost flat on the surface. It could be different if I adjust the suspension. My settings are OEM at this time...

Cool. This is exactly why I bought the Super Ténéré for. I'm used to ride street bikes and I missed leaving the tarmac when I went into the mountains. The scenery is fantastic and I like to discover more small unpavelled roads. I'ts like visiting the Alps all over again to explore new plateaus...

The only reason I usually stick with the factory side cases is the way the integrate with the bike. I tend to ride a lot without the side cases and I really don't like a frame mounted on the bike. This is one of the reasons I like BMW's approach on most of their bikes. The Yamaha OEM cases are...

Great effort, thanks. This is what I'm looking for...

I received a notice from Yamaha that my rack needs to be replaced. I'll make the appointment when I'm in for my 1000km service. What I'm interested in is to see a possible adapter hitting the market to put the top case on the pillion seat. I'm always riding solo and prefer to have the weight in...

Nice scenery. This is exactly why I bought myself the Super Ténéré. Being riding bikes for over 29 years I thought I missed a lot of nice roads crossing Europe. Because of the nature of my rides, I always had to stay on the tarmac. Now I can choose to leave the concrete and take the trail...

Re: Black, Blue or Silver Blue. I think it speaks the most in favour of the Ténéré history. Blue for bikes in my opinion is a difficult color. But for this Ténéré it suits the bike well.

Outstanding piece of equipement. Great finish.

I find the price also a bit to steep. Retail price is set to 405 euros and that's a steep price for heated grips. Even on a expensive BMW they 'only' cost 220 euros. Because of the steep price I went to a friend of mine who is selling Gerbring heated gloves and body warmers. I was stunned. They...

Thanks for the extra input. When I talk about handling, the BMW corners really great but I prefer the overal handling of the ST10 thanks to the engine and the set-up of the bike. As I wrote, the GS owns the crown but be sure to get a ride on the ST10, you will not be disappointed.

Yet another one changing camps. I did to. Enjoy your new ride.

I've been riding a lot on the BMW R1200GS and GS Adventure. And I did a fair amount of testing on the new Super Ténéré. I wrote an article on the Yamaha for my blog over here in Belgium. These are my (personal) findings: 1/ Engine Bmw is a little more powerful over the complete line. The new 4...

My blog is www.motoblog.be but all text is in my native tongue. Perhaps you could do a google translation but I'm afraid it will turn out bad. This is THE LINK to the article.