I have a question about the Yamaha top case. When I ordered my Super Tenere, I had a choice of three additional packages with different options. I dint want the full kit, so I took the middle option which contains heated grips, touring windscreen, top case and a few other items. I have read about the plastic rack and I'm wondering if the factory top case includes a metal mounting plate. I would also like any opinions on how rugged the factory cases are. I'm going to be purchasing the Micatech V2 side cases and intend to set my Tenere up for some Long distance touring/back woods camping adventures. I had Jesse Odyssey bags on my GS and for the record...they SUCKED! Installation was messy with turn signal/license plate relocation and the leaked badly from day one. The Micatech bags mount to SW-Moto racks so any scoop on them would be appreciated as well.
I'm also looking at the SW-Moto engine guard, and some type of after market silencer. I am familiar with Remus (had a carbon Fiber Hexacone on the GS) and see that Anakrapovic has a slip on system in development. I'm not looking for noise and to be honest, I have no idea how the super 10 sounds stock. I am looking for a few more horsepower and a crisp throttle response. I have yet to settle on a GPS mount or which adjustable windshield bracket I will purchase. Since we Yanks have till May to get our Super 10's I have time to stockpile parts. Any additional suggestions on kitting out my Bike will be most welcome. As I said its primary use will be hauling me and a load of camping gear over primary, secondary, and dirt roads.
I'm also looking at the SW-Moto engine guard, and some type of after market silencer. I am familiar with Remus (had a carbon Fiber Hexacone on the GS) and see that Anakrapovic has a slip on system in development. I'm not looking for noise and to be honest, I have no idea how the super 10 sounds stock. I am looking for a few more horsepower and a crisp throttle response. I have yet to settle on a GPS mount or which adjustable windshield bracket I will purchase. Since we Yanks have till May to get our Super 10's I have time to stockpile parts. Any additional suggestions on kitting out my Bike will be most welcome. As I said its primary use will be hauling me and a load of camping gear over primary, secondary, and dirt roads.