down to the FJR ior the Tenre

[Wistrick]

Looking for a replacement for my trusty Versys...ABS and shaft drive are a must....Is the Tenre Vibby because I am looking for smooth.....I rode a 2013 FJR and it smooth as glass...But I already havean09 Norge in the shed....Looking for a YAK that I can load up for Alsaka or just the weekend overnighter....Really like the upright riding position on the Versys

thoughts

Dan

 

[Yamaguy55]

It has a little throbby section around 3500-3600 RPM. But it is a twin, and a 270 degree twin, so it is probably more correct to call it feeling the power delivery rather than vibration per se. I find it no worse than most four cylinder or even modern counterbalanced singles. Go find a dealer doing test drives, because only you can decide how it feel to you. It really doesn't matter how others feel about it.
That said, I will say that changing grips, and syncing the TBs plus fiddling with some other FI/ECM settings made it better. Turbine like compared to most cruiser V twins.

 

[Higstatic]

I used to have a FJR and when I test rode the S10 I was surprised by it, not as smooth as the FJR but still smooth. It is obviously down on power compared to the FJR but the riding position and lesser weight make it a more enjoyable ride

 

[Mark R.]

Looking for a replacement for my trusty Versys...ABS and shaft drive are a must....Is the Tenre Vibby because I am looking for smooth.....I rode a 2013 FJR and it smooth as glass...But I already havean09 Norge in the shed....Looking for a YAK that I can load up for Alsaka or just the weekend overnighter....Really like the upright riding position on the Versys

thoughts

Dan

FJR vs Tenere? Seems you need to decide what kind of riding you plan on doing first. Obviously, the FJR is a total street bike, while the Tenere can also go off road. Once you decide what you are actually looking for, the decision makes itself.

 

[Yamaguy55]

FJR vs Tenere? Seems you need to decide what kind of riding you plan on doing first. Obviously, the FJR is a total street bike, while the Tenere can also go off road. Once you decide what you are actually looking for, the decision makes itself.

What he said.......

 

[spklbuk]

As a former Versys and FJR hooligan...compared to a Versys ran WFO, nothing to compare. Tenere is smoother. Compared to the FJR, not so much.

And just like a Versys, it depends on what you choose to hang on it. Crash bars add to the harmonics IMO and yes I have ridden both Versys and Tenere before and after installation.

Those gents above summed the crux of your decision.

 

[OldRider]

I traded an FJR in on the Tenere and I'm very happy. I like the upright riding position much better. You mentioned Alaska, so that makes the Tenere a nobrainer.

 

[HoebSTer]

welcome dan!! where are you located? The Tenere should fill that bill perfectly.

Jeff

 

[sportsguy]

Traded my 2009 FJR for my 2012 Tenere - couldn't be happier.

FJR IS smoother, but to experience vibes worth worrying about, ride a single.

Nothing beats an inline 4 for smooth, but this twin is at least 90% as smooth. Like EVERY motorcycle, you WILL need to adjust things and turn to the aftermarket to get it set up just right. Think the FJR is the bees knees? Put 250 mile son the stock seat and handlebars - you'll know the truth - a trip online will get you a triple clamp to adjust the reach to the bars and whilst online, a custom seat will sort the comfort side of things for your rear.

For long distance comfort, my FJR was set up just right - it was almost magical.

This new Tenere is closer to magic right out of the box for me, and a few simple mods have it well ahead of my old FJR comfort-wise for me.

 

[RED CAT]

About the only things these 2 bikes have in common is, they are both made by Yamaha. One is strictly pavement and the other does it all. Pretty easy decision. ::001::

 

[Dirt_Dad]

About the only things these 2 bikes have in common is, they are both made by Yamaha. One is strictly pavement and the other does it all.

::026:: The two are completely different. It all comes down to what kind of riding the rider wants to do.

If you are happy staying on pavement 100% of the time, staying off beat-up pavement 90% of the time, and want a bike that is so well designed it can make up for rider deficiencies with style, then you should get the FJR.

If you want to occasionally leave the pavement to explore a dirt road, want to ride in comfort when the pavement turns awful, and want to feel like the rider is an important part of the ride, then the ST is your choice.

For me personally I owned a FJR for about a month. As a road bike it is fantastic. But it was wrong for my riding style. I don't want to be forced to stay on pavement. I don't want to endure bad pavement, I want to relish it. As an adrenaline junkie I didn't like the FJR's inability to deliver my needed fix at the same speeds as an adventure bike. The FJR only provides adrenaline at much higher speeds. It was too sterile at keep your license speeds.

Good luck. They are both fantastic bikes, but only you can decide how you want to ride.

 

[Combo]

I used to have a FJR and when I test rode the S10 I was surprised by it, not as smooth as the FJR but still smooth. It is obviously down on power compared to the FJR but the riding position and lesser weight make it a more enjoyable ride

I agree! We had a FJR before the Tenere. The wife liked the Tenere better for two up riding so the FJR was sold. Now when we see a good dirt road we don't pass it by and wonder what we missed. ::001::

 

[VersysRider]

Looking for a replacement for my trusty Versys...ABS and shaft drive are a must....Is the Tenre Vibby because I am looking for smooth.....I rode a 2013 FJR and it smooth as glass...But I already havean09 Norge in the shed....Looking for a YAK that I can load up for Alsaka or just the weekend overnighter....Really like the upright riding position on the Versys

thoughts

Dan

I was faced with a very similar delimma about 2 weeks ago. I decided I wanted something different than the Versys, my choices were the Tenere, FJR and Concours. All were holdovers and very close in price. I was looking for a bike good for 2 up riding (something the Versys didn't do well), and comfortable at distance.

Here's where your situation is different, you already have a fine sport touring bike in the Norge, probably as good as the FJR (I can already see the arguments with this statement coming, remember my opinion). I'd go with the Tenere.

If you like the riding position of the Versys, you'll love the riding position of the Tenere. The Tenere has vibration,but much less and lower frequency than the Versys. You'll be able to haul a ton of crap on the Tenere if you head to Alaska.

When you first throw a leg over the Tenere, keep a few things in mind. The Tenere is a much larger bike than the Versys and has a 19 inch front wheel, you cannot throw it around in the twisties as easily as the Versys. The Tenere comes equipped with a 80/20 dual sport tires, where the Versys comes equipped with a sport bike tire, again the Tenere does not turn as quick. Also, redline on the Tenere is quite a bit lower, so be aware of that. When you first ride it, you will feel the motor is not as "fun" as the Versys motor. Tip: Turn TCS off and Sport Mode on, the fun begins. So far, the Tenere has been the perfect upgrade from the Versys.

 

[coastie]

Two completely different bikes, but the tenere has no problems chewing up Hwy miles, then turning off the beaten path and tearing up some dirt roads, at least in my opinion.

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[pluric]

I had two FJRs and then bought the Tenere as an addition to the fleet. 6 months of the FJR never
being ridden I sold it. I like the street manors of the Tenere better. The reflash made me miss the
FJR thrust less. Obviously the Tenere is much more versatile of a bike.

 

[squarebore]

Get the FJR. Too many people riding S10s already. I like it when people look at my bike and say "what is that?". Just kidding, there is no wrong choice because unlike marriage, the bike won't get the sh*ts if you decide to change it for a different one in two months. It won't even care if buys more bikes or just ride some when you are out of town. Enjoy.

 

[Wistrick]

bought a leftover 2012 demo yesterday.........

 

[pmc]

bought a leftover 2012 demo yesterday.........

Nice!
I just picked up a 2012 about a week ago and also thought about the FJR (as a second bike keeping my 950 ADV) but decided against it as it seems like nearly every ride or trip turns into a gravel ride at some point.

Enjoy the new ride, I know I am.

 

[BravoBravo]

bought a leftover 2012 demo yesterday.........

Congrats! I am sure you will not regret your decision. I purchased my 2012 in July 2013. It was new and had sat on the showroom floor, unwanted and unloved, for the better part of a year until I took it home. I could not be happier with the machine. It is everything I had hoped it would be and more. ::003::

-Bruce

 

[MooMoo]

bought a leftover 2012 demo yesterday.........

I assume you mean a S10.