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    What you did to your Tenere today??!!

    Replaced my tires with K60 Scouts with my no-mar tire changer. As I have a wimpy air compressor, this saved my life -> http://www.bestrestproducts.com/c-154-beadsetr.aspx to get the bead to set. First time with the wheels off, will be far faster next time. :)
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    Front wheel with no-mar tire changer, remove one of the rotors?

    I also have the Pro version (just set it up). Thanks for response.
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    Front wheel with no-mar tire changer, remove one of the rotors?

    For those with a no-mar tire changer, did you remove one of the rotors from the front wheel or no problems with both rotors still on when changing the tire? Thanks...
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    Tires, Recommendations Anyone?

    I got mine from www.revzilla.com with free shipping and a little off from my next purchase.
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    What you did to your Tenere today??!!

    Mounted my Jesse 9" Safari II luggage. Video with them mounted and off. http://youtu.be/hbD7RwRaJgc
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    Sorry guys, traded in my Super Tenere for a GSA...

    April fools!!!! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
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    DIY Seat Gel Pad Installation

    Ordered a Gel Pad kit off ebay, read the instructions and watched a good youtube video. Appears pretty easy. Looked the ST10 seat and simple staples. That said, has anyone removed their seat cover? Wondering if also glued down or just the staples holding it? (Or any other useful...
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    Brake level slack?

    On my Super Tenere, the end of the front brake lever has about 1" movement for full braking (and about 1/2 inch before braking begins). I did an initial bleed, but that didn't help. Before I do a more aggressive bleed, how is the front brake level movement for others? As I have multiple...
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    Bend Wheels

    I'm pretty sure you could buff that out.... ;D ;D ;D
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    Bend Wheels

    Yep, it was next to the tire/rim boundary. No where near the hub.
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    Bend Wheels

    If the rim is bent, there are places that can fix them. Check with your local motorcycle shop. For example: -> ACU-TRU® Bent Wheel Repair I put a strong magnetic next to my rim and there is a small attraction. Some sort of alloy? I think the rims are something like $300 or so to...
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    The Motorcycle season is over - boo hoo

    In the Seattle, WA area, about two or three weeks out of the year I can't ride (due to ice). Assuming I stay out of the mountains that is.
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    HARD START

    Re: Very hard starting today I believe that is the most useful statement I've read all week on the Internet. (I'm planning to install a fuze block soon).
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    GIVI crash bars

    Installed my Givi crash bars and I would highly recommend them. Took my time, followed the instructions and no problems. Everything fit, zero requirement to bend/force anything. Did need to run out and buy a breaker bar for the engine bolts.
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    Interesting Videos

    Thread for interesting videos... A Super Tenere playing at the beach Yamaha XT 1200Z in action!!!
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    GIVI crash bars

    Weight is relative. A quick spin on my Gold Wing and the ST is light as a leather. ;D
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    VIBRATION?

    My other bike is a Gold Wing (still ride) and haven't notice any vibration with the ST (which doesn't imply it doesn't exist, maybe having too much fun). If anything, I'm surprised how nice it rides at highway speeds (most likely due to the better suspension over Wing). Note, I didn't like...
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    What's wrong with the Super Tenere?

    Interesting how some of your "cons" are my "pros" and I have had zero issues with the engine (purrs like a kitten). The radiator is in the right place for an off-road bike (ie, they don't work full of mud). I prefer digital display. I don't believe anyone expects everyone to like the...
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    Would you have bought your Tenere if it was the same price as a BMW 1200GS?

    I wanted a shaft driven adventure bike that wasn't BMW. So that would be a yes. The fact that it was a Yamaha was a BIG plus. Lower cost (bike and parts) is nice too. That said, it does appear that BMW can build a nice bike and can't wait to see the details on their 1250GS, but their...
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    Final Drive Temp

    Re: Finale Drive Temp Due to http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Laws_of_thermodynamics, the energy that is "lost" is turned into heat. If a shaft was as efficient as a chain, then it would be far cooler (and the inventor would make a ton of money).
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