RCinNC
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LOL, as soon as I saw that photo of the desert-crashed S10 sporting those Mitas E07 tires, I pictured a former forum member suddenly sitting bolt upright like he'd experienced a disturbance in the Force....
I really am trying hard to like this Super Tenere….but….HELP !!
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scott123007
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LOL, and I was looking at it thinking that if it had Pilot Road 5's on it, (since I've been saying for years that it makes almost no difference what tires you have on the big pig offroad) there would have been fifty posts claiming that was the only reason he crashed.
AusTexS10
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Look at the string on here about raised dog bones under the Suspension sub-forum. https://www.yamahasupertenere.com/index.php?threads/raised-dog-bones-easy-install-and-way-to-get-ground-clearance.26852/
It may be that just getting the right springs will solve your issue, though.
It may be that just getting the right springs will solve your issue, though.
The laws of physics cannot be violated with impunity.
Madhatter
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gravity always wins ......
99.99% of all Super Tenere owners have never damaged an oil pan. This bike does what it was designed to do very well. JMO
But they will violate you if you try itThe laws of physics cannot be violated with impunity.
Boy do I like that stud idea! That is something in my future. I had to be real careful about threading in the bolts and was scared the whole time!
Madhatter
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its not the bike its the owner that's the problem ... pretty bike lots of side protection but nothing underneath ... once you fix the problem you will start liking the bike ...
Fennellg
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It’s kida like the old breakup line. It’s not you it’s Me.
cyclemike4
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While i dont off road my machine as a toy or a dirt bike i do explore and wind up in hairy situations at times. So mostly my bike is for daily use and i try to take care of it for the long run. With that being said my drive way at times is as bad as any bdr route. I have had rocks flip up and pick me and the bike up off the ground. I have has several hits that mashed the skid pan and a couple that have crushed the oil filter. Mind you im trying to watch out for the machine. Things just happen. I cant imagine any machine being advertized as dual sport ADV or off road with out a frame and strong protection under it. I cant believe i have not busted this engine. If i rode it like my dirt bike i dont think it would last a day.
troypusateri
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What is the torque spec for the upper bolts there that you mounted the front of the skid plate to? Looking through the manual, and can’t find anything there….
From memory I believe it is 52. I will go check to be sure. I'll be back soon...
Ok, I was mistaken. That's why I always look in the book. 52# is the front axle nut. The engine bracket bolts are 54#
It sure does! I like the color a lot. I'll send you a message next time I'm in Dahlonega. Maybe you can show me some of your favorite places.
troypusateri
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You know what size/length studs you went with..I am really liking this idea more and more I think about it….
Fordf350
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I bought a couple bolts 3 1/2 inches and a 12mm by1.25 tap and made the studs. They are about 2 inches longer than the bolts. With everything removed u I put the cut end into the engine with some loctite making sure not to bottom it out. Been good for five years or more.
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Saint rob
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I’m sure over in the US something like these would be available which are what I used
Grayston M12 x 1.25 to M12 x 1.25 Conversion Wheel Stud 60mm Long | eBay
Grayston conversion wheel studs, here with an M12 x 1.25 thread each end and an overall length of 60mm. Manufactured in a high tensile steel and bright zinc plated for corrosion protection. (Grayston SS24 shown in the image).
www.ebay.co.uk