Man, almost 10 years later and still no real write up/sticky/part numbers on this issue!
Just everyone saying "REPLACE ASAP"
Closest I can find to a write up is
Replaced old CCT with 75000km (23P) looks similar. The old tensioner has a different metal feel/color inside.it gives maybe a slight more spring but very little difference,hopefully it will see me for another 75000.
yamahasupertenere.com
Mine has a loud noise at start up at 17,000 miles and I chalked it up to Valve Tap like my 85 Yamaha Maxim. Dissipates after 2 seconds, after oil pressure builds up
Now you've got me panicking guys!
I've got my service coming up next year at the 24,000 miles valve Adjust so I figured I'd just wait till then....
UNLESS YOU GUYS WANNA FREAK ME OUT (O.O)