Goodbye Super Ténéré, hello...

[wessie]

MT09 Tracer (FJ09 to some)

It was sad to see the S10 go as it is a lovely bike. I had meant to keep it for years to come but a recent illness with ongoing symptoms meant I found it a bit heavy to manage. There was a risk the bike would become a garage ornament as I would make excuses not to ride it. A test ride on an MT07 and then the Tracer when the S10 was in the dealer shop for a service and MOT respectively convinced me that I would manage to continue riding if I had a nimbler ride.

So, 3 days ago I picked up this from Skellerns in Cheltenham

All I can say is that this bike a a hoot! Great engine, 60kg lighter, a decent price and the ride is very comfortable, although a 60 mile round trip is the longest done so far.

So, you may see less of me on this board but I may pop in from time to time.

 

[snakebitten]

With that addictive triple, I predict you'll have many great hours on it.

Feel free to come brag\report as often as you like. Lot's of blue blood around here. Bet it will be enjoyed.

 

[bigbob]

Congratulation on the new ride!

As an old man, whatever it takes to ride on anything with 2 wheels and a motor DO IT.

 

[longdude]

I agree, looks great, hope the new bike works out for you.

 

[tomatocity]

Being 67 myself... my Tenere in the shop for major warranty repair... I have looked at a red FJ-09 many times. I would have bought it but the ground clearance is 3.4" lower than the Tenere. There are a few roads I like to ride that would smooth the bottom of the FJ... but I really like the FJ.

 

[tenbob]

Might need just a little accessorising to get it near the comfort over distance of your Ten, but the engine is sweet and its deffo nice n light which looks to suit to your new circumstances. Sure your going to enjoy the new steed mate... ::001::

 

[True Grip]

Congrats! One of these days I maybe in yours shoes too. Good to keep riding!

 

[squarebore]

I reckon they are like a triumph 1050 sport but Yamaha better. Awesome.

 

[mrpete64]

great bike reviews

This bike is getting excellent reviews. I love triple motors. Love my ES but this could be a "retirement" bike.

Mr. Pete-------->
aging hippie

 

[Andylaser]

A very nice choice. I think Yamaha totally nailed it with that bike.

Safe Riding.

 

[markjenn]

I was really smitten with the FJ-09 and the prospect for a big reduction in weight from the S10, but I'm really turned off by the 110-mph speed limiter and yet another round of lower-gear power restrictions. Someone at Yamaha needs to get control of their lawyers.

- Mark

 

[TheHelios]

Congrats! Before I recently got my S10, my other choices were also the FJ-09 and the Versys 1000. It looks like a fantastic ride and I'm sure the weight difference is greatly appreciated.

 

[klunsford]

I was really smitten with the FJ-09 and the prospect for a big reduction in weight from the S10, but I'm really turned off by the 110-mph speed limiter and yet another round of lower-gear power restrictions. Someone at Yamaha needs to get control of their lawyers.

- Mark

I bet there will be a ECUflash that will cure that ill very soon. After riding a FJ-09, I will say it SHOULD go faster than 110mph.

 

[Big Blu]

Sweet! ::015::

I had a demo ride on an FZ-09 and was smitten by that motor, better for me then the Triumph triples I've owned. For comfort, better suspension, ABS/TC, weather protection, the FJ-09 would be my choice.....want, want, want!!

110mph is way faster then I want to ride on the street so that's not a problem for me. There's not an FJ-09 in my garage now because my garage if full!

Report back, share more of your experience with the FJ.

Paul

 

[wessie]

I bet there will be a ECUflash that will cure that ill very soon. After riding a FJ-09, I will say it SHOULD go faster than 110mph.

I happened to be on a private road today, and as we in Europe do not get the neutered ECU, I can confirm that your assertion is correct. With only a smallish screen, half fairing and upright riding position, it's not the most comfortable place to be at that speed. It will cruise all day at 90mph in comfort, which is a more realistic speed on European motorways, not that I would want to spend long on a motorway as this bike is so much fun on more challenging terrain.

 

[Donk]

Congrats on the GREAT new bike. I will not be selling the S10 to buy one but I will be buying one the end of summer. Sweet ride.

 

[Dirt_Dad]

That is a very good looking bike. Congrats...hope you really enjoy it.

 

[twinrider]

I was really smitten with the FJ-09 and the prospect for a big reduction in weight from the S10, but I'm really turned off by the 110-mph speed limiter and yet another round of lower-gear power restrictions. Someone at Yamaha needs to get control of their lawyers.

- Mark

Yep....

 

[Donk]

Yep....

I don't think it will take long for a reflash to be available

 

[SAL]

Seriously thinking about it adding it to my garage.

Just sold my FJR today ... just too heavy and I kept finding excuses NOT to ride it. Now my S10 is lonely all by itself and I am seriously thinking about making this it's stablemate.

Didn't know about the 110 mph limitation. Not a real big issue for me. But irritating.