New Guy Going From an FJR to an S10

[Bobrob]

Thanks for having me!

Sold my 09 FJR last November to finance a move from VA to NH and now I need a bike. I've decided on an S10 and will be ready to buy in August, but until then, I'm going to lurk... ::017:: ::022::

 

[2112]

::004:: from the UK. A few people on this forum have taken the path you chose, seems like a wise move ::008::

 

[RIVA]

Welcome to the forum. ::020::

 

[Juan]

Greetings from Malta and welcome to the forum.

 

[barkingllizard]

lurk away, Bobrob, with a simple hello.....

 

[Bobrob]

Thanks guys!

 

[Idahohigh]

::004:: From Nebraska

 

[chwhnd]

::004:: from Lewiston Idaho

 

[saddletramp]

Welcome from Walla Walla, WA. ::018::

I'm lucky enough to own both bikes. I ride the bike that best suits my mission. Solo usually the S-10. When my lovely wife joins me usually the FJR.

All in all. The S-10 is more versatile & would be the last one to go.

Welcome aboard.

 

[Lutsie]

Future congrats from southern California.
Where abouts in NH?

 

[BravoBravo]

::004:: from London, Canada. You will love the Super Ten! Ride the wheels off it after you make your purchase!

Cheers,

Bruce

 

[Bobrob]

Future congrats from southern California.
Where abouts in NH?

I'm living in Loudon for now, working out of Laconia.

 

[stomp347]

Great choice. Welcome from CT. We ride through your area alot.

 

[racer]

Good choice, Bobrob. I did the same thing, with a Weestrom in between. I had an 04 FJR that I loved, and an 05 KLR, my second KLR. The combination was perfect, but it was two bikes to store and take care of. I wanted to get to just one bike. Loved the Wee, but it just didn't turn my crank after a while. Bought the Super Tenere and haven't looked back. No regrets, especially after the reflash. Do it!

 

[klunsford]

::004:: from Oklahoma and Lurk away. Doesn't hurt to have a bit of knowledge when you go to buy one of these. Lord knows that a lot of the dealers don't have any idea. I have the good fortune to have a dealer/friend who rides a Tenere.

 

[Bobrob]

Good choice, Bobrob. I did the same thing, with a Weestrom in between. I had an 04 FJR that I loved, and an 05 KLR, my second KLR. The combination was perfect, but it was two bikes to store and take care of. I wanted to get to just one bike. Loved the Wee, but it just didn't turn my crank after a while. Bought the Super Tenere and haven't looked back. No regrets, especially after the reflash. Do it!

Good to hear.. I had considered a 'Strom but to be square, I've had my eyes on a Tenere for a number of years. While I loved the FJR (still shed a tear for it when I see one) this thing should give me the flexibility I want and will suit my riding style better.. A little bit grandpa, but still like a spirited 2 week tour that can now include some dirt/gravel. Additionally, many rural roads in my area are still unpaved. ;D

::004:: from Oklahoma and Lurk away. Doesn't hurt to have a bit of knowledge when you go to buy one of these. Lord knows that a lot of the dealers don't have any idea. I have the good fortune to have a dealer/friend who rides a Tenere.

Thanks!

Been reading up on some of the issues like the CCT and getting a better idea of what to look for. Should have done that when I bought my 02 Explorer beater last February.

 

[Lutsie]

I'm living in Loudon for now, working out of Laconia.

Cool. My family has a cabin in bennington, visit just about every year.

 

[Donk]

Welcome and good choice. I spent several months trying to talk myself into the FJR as an addition to the S10. In the end I decided why? I like riding the S10 so much I don't need another tourer.

 

[Bobrob]

Welcome and good choice. I spent several months trying to talk myself into the FJR as an addition to the S10. In the end I decided why? I like riding the S10 so much I don't need another tourer.

Good to know.. I was on the fence thinking "Get another FJR" but I really want the flexibility of the S10.

 

[Tyke]

A warm U.K welcome from me ::012::