New 2023 Tenere owner Impressed

[spdfour]

Been a member for a while and lurking the forum for quite some time. Brought home a brand new 2023 Tenere 1200. Traded in my 2023 Suzuki gsxs 1000gt+ with only 1014 miles on it. The Suzuki wasn't a bad bike, it just wasn't for me. Only have 74 miles on the ST but have to say I am happy about the decision and Impressed with the new bike. About 3 miles from the dealer I had a big smile on my face and knew it was a great decision. They didn't do test rides so I rolled the dice, although I had test rode a tenere in about 2013- 2014 and liked it quite a bit. Will be used for weekend rides( Big Bear /So. Cal mountains mostly ) and a couple 800-1000 mile trips a year ( Eastern Sierras mostly )an occasional fire road to go fishing. No real hardcore off road. Yes I'm a fair weather rider, no Iron butt participant. Little things that are so cool, remove the rear seat and its a luggage rack with multiple bungee points, front turn signals are running lights, 4 quick release fasteners and there's your battery, hey a switched electrical pig tail, 4 more fasteners theres the fuse box, and probably not a big deal to most of you guys. But a windshield that you don't need tools to adjust(STUPID SUZUKIS). . . wow. The fit and finish looks great, couldnt believe how soft and prone to scratching the Suzuki paint was. I'm really hoping the Yamaha's paint is much better( anybody?).Not much seat time but from what I can tell the suspension is pretty sublime. So Let the farkleing begin. Ordered Givi quick release racks, with Givi Trekker dolomiti side cases and top case. Givi crash bars. Denali D3 yellow lights with Denali mount and a Healtech thunderbox. Had denali D1's with a thunder box on my Suzuki and they were pretty impressive. It's not really farkling its necessities. I think I see a Yoshimura pipe in my future. Probably don't need a skid plate, but who knows. It may not be the latest and greatest (but it wasnt $25-35 k either) but it suits me pretty well. Is it just me or is that engine just smooth? I really like it. Maybe it's just that the suzuki was kind of buzzy. Other Adv bikes I have had is a 2004 V-Strom 1000 and 2014 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1200 . I think I may keep the new one for a while. Will post some stuff in the appropriate places when I get it accessorized. Happy trails.

 

[TenereGUY]

Welcome. Always nice after you plunked down a wad of money to be vindicated on the way home. Those are necessities in my view too. You have a wonderful state to ride MC in. Lived in the Bay area in the 80's and loved riding CA. Just came down west coast on 101 to 1 down to Petaluma. Then across the valley to the Sierra's at grass valley then north through the mountains still nice place to ride.

 

[Sierra1]

Welcome, from Texas. She's my favorite bike ever. She's a wolf in sheep's clothing. (contrary to what others think) The E-Suspension might take a bit to find your favorite setting(s).

 

[bimota]

welcome

from S Wales UK

Rob

 

[barkingllizard]

congrats on your new ride, spdfour, with a simple hello...

 

[cyclemike4]

Been a member for a while and lurking the forum for quite some time. Brought home a brand new 2023 Tenere 1200. Traded in my 2023 Suzuki gsxs 1000gt+ with only 1014 miles on it. The Suzuki wasn't a bad bike, it just wasn't for me. Only have 74 miles on the ST but have to say I am happy about the decision and Impressed with the new bike. About 3 miles from the dealer I had a big smile on my face and knew it was a great decision. They didn't do test rides so I rolled the dice, although I had test rode a tenere in about 2013- 2014 and liked it quite a bit. Will be used for weekend rides( Big Bear /So. Cal mountains mostly ) and a couple 800-1000 mile trips a year ( Eastern Sierras mostly )an occasional fire road to go fishing. No real hardcore off road. Yes I'm a fair weather rider, no Iron butt participant. Little things that are so cool, remove the rear seat and its a luggage rack with multiple bungee points, front turn signals are running lights, 4 quick release fasteners and there's your battery, hey a switched electrical pig tail, 4 more fasteners theres the fuse box, and probably not a big deal to most of you guys. But a windshield that you don't need tools to adjust(STUPID SUZUKIS). . . wow. The fit and finish looks great, couldnt believe how soft and prone to scratching the Suzuki paint was. I'm really hoping the Yamaha's paint is much better( anybody?).Not much seat time but from what I can tell the suspension is pretty sublime. So Let the farkleing begin. Ordered Givi quick release racks, with Givi Trekker dolomiti side cases and top case. Givi crash bars. Denali D3 yellow lights with Denali mount and a Healtech thunderbox. Had denali D1's with a thunder box on my Suzuki and they were pretty impressive. It's not really farkling its necessities. I think I see a Yoshimura pipe in my future. Probably don't need a skid plate, but who knows. It may not be the latest and greatest (but it wasnt $25-35 k either) but it suits me pretty well. Is it just me or is that engine just smooth? I really like it. Maybe it's just that the suzuki was kind of buzzy. Other Adv bikes I have had is a 2004 V-Strom 1000 and 2014 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1200 . I think I may keep the new one for a while. Will post some stuff in the appropriate places when I get it accessorized. Happy trails.

Hello and congratulations! I have read about 3 different people who have broke a motor and were on the street! Stuff flipped up from the front wheel. You probably dont need a big heavy off road protection but a decent pan under it i think is important. I have beat mine to death and rarely go on a true off road ride. RIDE SMILE and ENJOY!

 

[WJBertrand]

Coming off of a super smooth Honda ST1300, I too was extremely and pleasantly surprised how smooth the engine is. I would second the recommendation for some kind of skid plate. The largest dent in my plate actually happened on the freeway when the front wheel hit something and tossed it at the undercarriage. I shudder to think if the sump had been exposed!

 

[spdfour]

Thanks a lot for the warm welcome. I was hoping it wouldn't be like the sheriff riding into Rock Ridge. California is great for motorcycling, the weather and the wages are great, other things not so much. Ok, skid plate added to the list.

 

[Wenisgoodenuf]

Greetings from Canada and congratulations

 

[TenereGUY]

Thanks a lot for the warm welcome. I was hoping it wouldn't be like the sheriff riding into Rock Ridge. California is great for motorcycling, the weather and the wages are great, other things not so much. Ok, skid plate added to the list.

The T-Rex Racing belly pan is probably heavier than you desire from what you have said... buuut... I like mine as I am riding rough stuff at times. I really am impressed with the fact that I don't have to remove it to change oil or the filter. Leave the bike on the side stand and the oil flows straight down through the holes of the pan. Then remove the cover for the filter (two bolts) and remove filter with an end cap filter wrench. A little oil drains down when you do this but it drains straight to the first hole for oil removal. Quick wipe with the rag and done. No mess. There are some out there where you have to remove the pan.

 

[escapefjrtist]

Welcome from metro Seattle and congrats on the new '23!

~G

 

[Kemlyn⚙️]

Great choice welcome from Maine.