New ST2017 ES Ivory Owner. USA/CANADA

[Pierre C.]

Hi, I am new to the Adventure touring community. I did own a Suzuki 2002 DR650 when I moved to LA, it never saw a speck of dust... Loved the bike but needed something a bit more substantial for longer commutes. Bought and 2005 R6, great fun bike. That was also my introduction to Yamaha. In 2014 I switched to a FZ9. Stunning(and a little savage) commuter but the range was too limited. Growing up in France the Paris Dakar was an event i was looking forward to every year. Of course the Mythical ST was racing back then. Many year later here I am in Vancouver, BC working on a project. Before coming up from LA I had my mind made up on bying a Super Tenere ES upon my return. I was very fortunate to get introduced to DaytonaMotorsport of Vancouver(Yamaha Dealer). They made an offer i could not resist along with switching the Ivory color to the ES model. It's been 3 weeks now, this is the best motorcycle i ever had. Absolutely love it. Looking forward to going back to LA and doing and adventure riding school to eventually it the trails.

 

[colorider]

::004:: to the forum and congrats on the new '17! Great choice!!!

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[Sierra1]

Welcome Pierre. As good as my dealer is, they would switch colors for me. But I'm glad they didn't, now, because I love the Cobalt Blue. One of my sons has a '16 R6, and his buddy has an FZ09. THEY think their bikes make good touring mounts. Of course they're still young.
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[eemsreno]

Welcome Pierre C.
I just rode an FZ09 today, not the bike for me. More like a street fighter thing.

 

[barkingllizard]

congrats on your new ride, Pierre C., with a simple hello.....

 

[Tenerester]

A warm welcome from a fellow Vancouverite! Congratulations on your purchase!
I am a part of a small group of S10 riders and we ride quite a bit during weekends. You are welcome to join. PM me if you are interested.

 

[Juan]

Greetings from Malta and welcome to the forum.