I've gotten that fast on a different bike and it felt the same as 125. Since the Super Ten can do that, you ought to be able to easily imagine 140.We are in the same boat. I can't imagine doing 140 on this beast!
I've gotten that fast on a different bike and it felt the same as 125. Since the Super Ten can do that, you ought to be able to easily imagine 140.We are in the same boat. I can't imagine doing 140 on this beast!
I did it....and wasn't meaning to....never crossed my mind that she would. I don't know where the top end is; it was still accelerating when I saw the speed, and backed off. Stable and effortless. But, I do run 90/10 tires. Generally, I don't get up to those speeds. And, now that I know she has the capability, I pay more attention.We are in the same boat. I can't imagine doing 140 on this beast!
I've gotten that fast on a different bike and it felt the same as 125. Since the Super Ten can do that, you ought to be able to easily imagine 140.
So funny backstory to "more power". Back in the mid 80's my buddy took delivery of a brand new Kawasaki Ninja 900. Very first year model. I remember like yesterday what it was like to ride that bike. I truly believe that motorcycle was the turning point for bike manufacturers.I did it....and wasn't meaning to....never crossed my mind that she would. I don't know where the top end is; it was still accelerating when I saw the speed, and backed off. Stable and effortless. But, I do run 90/10 tires. Generally, I don't get up to those speeds. And, now that I know she has the capability, I pay more attention.
I don't know about it was THE motorcycle that was the turning point....but, in my opinion, it was one of them; you're definately right about the mid-80s be the turning point though. To ME, the bike that caused the biggest change was the GSX-Rs. (never had one by the way) My SECA was called a "café" style bike....it had the same frame, engine, and geometry, as the Maxim cruiser. The Gixers were the first serious attempt at a track bike. First time I rode one, my thoughts were "fast & light", followed shortly with damn, this bike is uncomfortable. The Ninjas and Interceptors followed close behind, with my overweight, but totally comfortable, smooth as silk FJ, bringing up the rear. I had only thought I wanted a race bike; until my first ride on the FJ.….Back in the mid 80's my buddy took delivery of a brand new Kawasaki Ninja 900....I truly believe that motorcycle was the turning point for bike manufacturers.....
As I used to tell the sport bike kids when they caught up with the fat, old guy at the gas station, The FJR may be a big girl, but big girls can still dance.with my overweight, but totally comfortable, smooth as silk FJ, bringing up the rear. I had only thought I wanted a race bike; until my first ride on the FJ.
That FJR is another underrated bike. My boss had one of those. Very powerful and smooth machine. His even had an electric windscreen adjustment.As I used to tell the sport bike kids when they caught up with the fat, old guy at the gas station, The FJR may be a big girl, but big girls can still dance.
I know you don't know me....all I can say is don't tell fish stories; which is why my stories are usually boring. From what I understand, reading on the forum, there is a substantial difference between Gen 1 & 2. I personally suspect that the improvements have continued since '14. I've read about limited throttle below 3k rpm; yet I haven't experienced ANY limited throttle. And, as hard as it was still pulling at 140, 150 is where is suspect the top end is. At least "indicated", because I also understand there will be speedometer error; which is also improved with the Gen 2.My opinion No Tenere can do 140 mph,....
The FJR ES has all the bells & whistles the Tenere ES has....PLUS the windshield. It's the only other bike I would have beside the Tenere.That FJR is another underrated bike. My boss had one of those. Very powerful and smooth machine. His even had an electric windscreen adjustment.
Not sure I understand what you typed, Are you saying you had your Tenere up to 140 mph and you think it could do 150 mph ?I know you don't know me....all I can say is don't tell fish stories; which is why my stories are usually boring. From what I understand, reading on the forum, there is a substantial difference between Gen 1 & 2. I personally suspect that the improvements have continued since '14. I've read about limited throttle below 3k rpm; yet I haven't experienced ANY limited throttle. And, as hard as it was still pulling at 140, 150 is where is suspect the top end is. At least "indicated", because I also understand there will be speedometer error; which is also improved with the Gen 2.
Yes, the bike was still pulling well at 140; my GUESS is that it MIGHT pull 150. I'd be positive about 145 though; that's a lot of air for a brick to push. By the way, I'm not a top speed junky. I go for the bikes that do well at "real world speeds", which to me is 85mph and below. You cover 88' per second at 60mph. That's a US football field in just over three seconds. And, when you consider the average reaction time(s) are 1.5-2.5 seconds....s**t happens REAL quick at triple digit speeds.Not sure I understand what you typed, Are you saying you had your Tenere up to 140 mph and you think it could do 150 mph ?
Mine clocks 130 on the flat no problem. I reckon if i held on it would push to 135 easy. But i couldn't say i would be comfortable at that speed and its not why i bought it.I probably should ask...."How would your life be different if the Super Tenere had an additional 40 hp and would you use that additional Horsepower (hp)?" One of these days...I'm going to use a GPS-type speedometer..take of my bags and maybe Rumbux Bars and go for it and put this baby to bed. I can tell you...I know Sierra. He used to make his living on a motorcycle. He has had MANY bikes including sport bikes and FJR..etc. He has had some of the best training a motorcyclist can have. I would trust what he says. I don't want to put his business online.