2012 vs 2013 really no difference?
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ajgranda
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I can't find any differences other than colors on their web site.
Nope, I talked with my dealer last week and he said mechanically there was no change, just cosmetics... (Colors...) Personally, I still like my faster Raven colored Super Ten... ::022::
knutte-bor-i-amerika
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Dealers...What do they know? Especially something about a low volume bike as ours.
I was in the local Yamaha dealer the other day ordering some parts and when I told the kid 2013 Super Ténéré, he looked at me confused and said "is that a Yamaha?" lolknutte-bor-i-amerika said:
John D
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??? WOW. Way to know your product :
Baja Explorer
We Dream the Imposible !!
Earlier this month, I was at the Long Beach Int'l Bike Show, at the Yamaha's big booth. I showed and demo'd to them reps how the seat has 2 positions and how it is done !! I have lots of faith in the dealers!! : :'(
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Being a services manager at a car dealership I can get a good feel real quick if the dealership personnel know a damn thing about a bike. None of the ones near me do.
I did get into a nice debate with the parts guy about the merits of synthetic oil last time I was there to buy an oil filter though - if he hadn't talked down to me I might not be ordering my filters online now - not the sharpest pencil in the box when it comes to customer service. Oh well...
I did get into a nice debate with the parts guy about the merits of synthetic oil last time I was there to buy an oil filter though - if he hadn't talked down to me I might not be ordering my filters online now - not the sharpest pencil in the box when it comes to customer service. Oh well...
My 2013 had the stumble off idle, it's gone now thanks to the clutch mod..20valves said:
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RandyJ
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Anyone notice the colour difference of the orange anodizing on the forks between 2012 and 2013? Every picture is see, it is noticeably darker on the 2013s. I wonder if they changed manufacturers of the forks or just wanted a better look. I'm kinda stuck deciding on a year-end clearout Blue 2012 or a Matte Grey 2013 at full $$.
RandyJ said:
The forks on the Super Tenere, regardless of year, are made by Yamaha's own suspension subsidiary - Soqi - so it is not a change in supplier. So if there is a change in the fork tube color it's because Yamaha wanted it that way. According to the spec sheets, etc. there is no difference in the forks, from a mechanical standpoint, between the 2012 and 2013 models.
Just FYI...
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bikerdoc
Doctor, Paramedic, NP, (ex)Firefighter (SSO)
No difference, so if I was in your position and you could make a substantial saving on a clearance 2012 model over a 2013 model... I'd be going for the 2012. After all there are no significant mechanical differences as far as anyone has knowledge of, and the 2012 is new and under a standard warranty but you might be able to get a good deal on the YES (extended) warranty. If the matte grey is something you would like on your ride, you could always have the 2012 painted <insert colour of choice here> and still have money left over. Me personally I like the new white (high viz)... but have no problem with the blue.RandyJ said:
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RandyJ
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Thanks, seems like spending more on the same bike because of a colour difference is a bit silly. I'm sure for those that really want a certain look, spending more makes sense, but you basically reinforced my thinking. Thanks, and I'll have $$ left over for accessories. ::008::
bikerdoc
Doctor, Paramedic, NP, (ex)Firefighter (SSO)
Exactly. Each to his/her own. The other thing is that one could consider having the bike wrapped - can't recall the proper term for it at the minute, but it's something that is like a stick on vinyl that is wrapped onto exterior vehicle surfaces using heat application I think, as well as an adhesive. On some other motorcycle and scooter forums I frequent it gets discussed. Seems from the forum posts I have read the material is applied to the exterior surface and aside from cleaning prior no other prep is needed. When it is time to remove it, the material can be lifted off without damage to the original surface underneath. There might be issues with ultraviolet light and fade to the underlying paint etc in some countries (e.g. NZ and OZ).RandyJ said:
Good luck with the purchase and lets see your post on taking delivery and beyond, here soon!
Nothing silly about it when you're spending a huge chunk of change either way and will be looking at it daily. Just matters whether getting a color you love or saving bucks is a priority. The gray one does look the biz and the matching fork and brake anodizing is a nice cosmetic improvement.RandyJ said:
I'm glad I read this thread I been thinking about an S10 but was wondering it its worth it to hold out for a deal on a 2013 right now there are decent deals on 2012s
I have the same problem ::022::
Its a good deal now to buy a new 2011 model here in Sweden but theres mostly blacks bikes out in the market.
no 2012 models left to buy.....
then a 2013 matt grey is very Nice
but for the same money i get a black bike with worldcrosser kit and panniers and almost a slipon
sooo i dont know ...i think im going for black ::014::
Its a good deal now to buy a new 2011 model here in Sweden but theres mostly blacks bikes out in the market.
no 2012 models left to buy.....
then a 2013 matt grey is very Nice
but for the same money i get a black bike with worldcrosser kit and panniers and almost a slipon
sooo i dont know ...i think im going for black ::014::
20valves. I put a K&N filter in my bike and I think that it corrected the stumble...20valves said: