What you did to your Tenere today??!!

[yen_powell]

Nope, weights on one side. The take-off Next took 28g to balance (perfectly I might add), exactly the same as the spent 'stone AT41 but rotated about 90 degrees. As long as the rim/tire combo takes under 56g to balance I don't get too concerned. Over that and I'll break the bead and rotate the tire to see if it will balance with less weight.

~G

I think I had 6x10g in the end, 3 on each side. I put the red dot next to the valve the same as the front tyre which only needed 25g total. Maybe I will try breaking the bead and rotating the tyre as you suggest. It was fine on the way to work on the motorway today up to 90mph, so I will see how it goes.

 

[escapefjrtist]

I think I had 6x10g in the end, 3 on each side. I put the red dot next to the valve the same as the front tyre which only needed 25g total. Maybe I will try breaking the bead and rotating the tyre as you suggest. It was fine on the way to work on the motorway today up to 90mph, so I will see how it goes.

That's not a lot of weight for a rear. Since you tested (on closed course!) up to 90, I'd say you're good. FWIW, the heavy spot on my '18s rear rim is 45 degrees off the valve stem. Probably won't make much difference but maybe worth a check next tire change.

A few years ago, I used to exclusively run Michelins on my FJR. Since Michelins don't have a dot, I balanced the bare rims and left those weights on permanently. On each tire change I'd balance to the tire. Simple and quick.

~G

 

[TenereGUY]

Well, I made my gas can holder spacer and mount. I had two spacers to choose from. 3/4" or 1/2". I chose the 3/4" one. Could have done the other one. Ah well... drilled it then countersunk the heads. My friend had an 11/16" bit that allowed me to still use a socket to tighten it up. Painted it then cleaned the backside and the top box with Brakleen then heated it and stuck on some 3M Extreme tape then added a layer 90° to the first for thickness and mounted it on the can and then stuck it to the top box. It doesn't move. I was yanking on it to see if it would come off. I had to stop or else any harder and I would have pulled the bike off the centerstand! So I have a 1/2" spacer slug if anyone needs it!
More picks in my thread.

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[Matt51F1]

Speaking of tyres: Is there much out there on the Pirelli Scorpion TR?
Good… bad…?
My tyre guy recommended them as being good for people like me who do a mix of tarmac and some dirt and use a tyre until it’s dead.

 

[Streethawk]

This past weekend and after almost 10 months of downtime, I actually rode mine!!! The downtime was mainly due to a backordered rear brake caliper. While touring and after catching an irreparable rear flat, a dealership service tech improperly installed the rear axle, which warped the rotor and chewed into the caliper. The dealership paid for all the damages. During the downtime, I installed Galfer steel braided brake lines for the front, rear and clutch. A few of the Galfer lines were not true plug and play and required some re-work and sourcing of new grommets and clamps, which ate up more time (!) I also installed Galfer HH sintered pads up front (new rear caliper assembly included new OE pads). Lastly, I added a GIVI Ultima-T UT813 tail bag. Feels GREAT to be back on the Main Battle Tank again!




GIVI Ultima-T UT813 tail bag is pretty low key and expandable. Liking it so far.


Galfer line fit at front master cylinder.


Galfer line fit at front caliper.


Galfer line fit at rear master cylinder.


Galfer line fit at rear (factory fresh) caliper.


Galfer line fit at clutch master cylinder.


Galfer line fit at clutch slave cylinder.

 

[Matt51F1]

This past weekend and after almost 10 months of downtime, I actually rode mine!!! The downtime was mainly due to a backordered rear brake caliper. While touring and after catching an irreparable rear flat, a dealership service tech improperly installed the rear axle, which warped the rotor and chewed into the caliper. The dealership paid for all the damages. During the downtime, I installed Galfer steel braided brake lines for the front, rear and clutch. A few of the Galfer lines were not true plug and play and required some re-work and sourcing of new grommets and clamps, which ate up more time (!) I also installed Galfer HH sintered pads up front (new rear caliper assembly included new OE pads). Lastly, I added a GIVI Ultima-T UT813 tail bag. Feels GREAT to be back on the Main Battle Tank again!

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GIVI Ultima-T UT813 tail bag is pretty low key and expandable. Liking it so far.

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Galfer line fit at front master cylinder.

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Galfer line fit at front caliper.

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Galfer line fit at rear master cylinder.

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Galfer line fit at rear (factory fresh) caliper.

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Galfer line fit at clutch master cylinder.

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Galfer line fit at clutch slave cylinder.

Looks great! I’m thinking of replacing all of my lines but I also need to have a closer look as to where the lines run so that I don’t cause the ABS to be circumvented.

 

[Streethawk]

Looks great! I’m thinking of replacing all of my lines but I also need to have a closer look as to where the lines run so that I don’t cause the ABS to be circumvented.

Thanks I do wish Galfer had an option for black end fittings and banjo bolts, but it's fine. As for the ABS connections, it was pretty straightforward. I had to rotate maybe one or two of the fittings to ensure a stress free fit down to the rear master cylinder. I was able to torque each bolt at the manifold. A crow's foot was needed for the far left bolt (looking to front of bike) but that's only because I lazily left the gas tank on. I also used a line wrench for the flared hardline transition points. I did a normal bleed to get major air out (compressor powered vacuum -- also used to evac the whole system to start the job), then cycled the ABS a few times, then I did a manual bleed until I got a super firm lever and pedal. No brake system performance issues following a 100+ mile check ride.

 

[fac191]

So, "wear" are the underwear action shots?

I feel cheated !

 

[bimota]

Thanks I do wish Galfer had an option for black end fittings and banjo bolts, but it's fine. As for the ABS connections, it was pretty straightforward. I had to rotate maybe one or two of the fittings to ensure a stress free fit down to the rear master cylinder. I was able to torque each bolt at the manifold. A crow's foot was needed for the far left bolt (looking to front of bike) but that's only because I lazily left the gas tank on. I also used a line wrench for the flared hardline transition points. I did a normal bleed to get major air out (compressor powered vacuum -- also used to evac the whole system to start the job), then cycled the ABS a few times, then I did a manual bleed until I got a super firm lever and pedal. No brake system performance issues following a 100+ mile check ride.

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can i ask, to change these lines did you need to strip all the body work off, just wondering how you went about it, i have a kit ready to go on

rob

 

[Mallardmission]

This past weekend and after almost 10 months of downtime, I actually rode mine!!! The downtime was mainly due to a backordered rear brake caliper. While touring and after catching an irreparable rear flat, a dealership service tech improperly installed the rear axle, which warped the rotor and chewed into the caliper. The dealership paid for all the damages. During the downtime, I installed Galfer steel braided brake lines for the front, rear and clutch. A few of the Galfer lines were not true plug and play and required some re-work and sourcing of new grommets and clamps, which ate up more time (!) I also installed Galfer HH sintered pads up front (new rear caliper assembly included new OE pads). Lastly, I added a GIVI Ultima-T UT813 tail bag. Feels GREAT to be back on the Main Battle Tank again!

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GIVI Ultima-T UT813 tail bag is pretty low key and expandable. Liking it so far.

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Galfer line fit at front master cylinder.

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Galfer line fit at front caliper.

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Galfer line fit at rear master cylinder.

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Galfer line fit at rear (factory fresh) caliper.

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Galfer line fit at clutch master cylinder.

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Galfer line fit at clutch slave cylinder.

That’s one clean machine!!

 

[holligl]

Upgraded the old Note 8 phone to a Samsung S23 Ultra. It has great cameras and stabilization so I was concerned with excessive vibration on the bike. Pretty sure riding tens of thousands miles in a RAM mount toasted the stabilization in the Note 8 and the Nav apps had badly burned the screen.

I decided to integrate a Quad Lock vibration dampener between the Ram Mount and the Otter Box holster. Seems like it will help a lot, but it is a little small for the size and weight of the phone.

I could have removed the RAM mount arms but left them in place for now. I would like to add a sun shade and they could be used in mounting that. Anyone have good suggestions for a sun shade? Roughly 4x4x8"

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[TenereGUY]

I loaded mine up and got on it 2 hrs after I retired from work and headed North in the most muggy weather of the summer. 89F and 90% humidity... Stuff Sierra1 loves and lives in... but the rain was coming so I had to go. I know it is loaded! That new Hypercoil rear shock spring has saved the day. Camping gear, stuff to repair major problems, tools to do almost everything, tires, 4 Qts of oil in case of a casing problem, clothes and I will be gone for a while. Mid September. Ran through a severe TStorm just 30 to 40 miles south of Wausau WI. I 39 traffic down to 45 mph. So does that count as bug removal too? I'm so out of practice I was getting wet... oh, didn't close my vents up...
The obligatory "I'm about to drive away" picture

Safe under the awning as you can see the water sheeting off the roof behind it. Medford, WI. Meeting Cycledude and his buddies tomorrow at 8 am.

 

[Streethawk]

can i ask, to change these lines did you need to strip all the body work off, just wondering how you went about it, i have a kit ready to go on

rob

The red arrows show what covers you'll need to remove; save for the gas tank. I swiveled mine up and held it in place with two bungee cords attached the OE top box mount bracket. If your kit is a Galfer, I have many more notes. Feel free to PM for those details. It could help you avoid some aggravation Eventually, I plan to post a more comprehensive write up on the Galfer kit. I hope this info helps for now.

 

[Boris]

I loaded mine up and got on it 2 hrs after I retired from work and headed North in the most muggy weather of the summer. 89F and 90% humidity... Stuff Sierra1 loves and lives in... but the rain was coming so I had to go. I know it is loaded! That new Hypercoil rear shock spring has saved the day. Camping gear, stuff to repair major problems, tools to do almost everything, tires, 4 Qts of oil in case of a casing problem, clothes and I will be gone for a while. Mid September. Ran through a severe TStorm just 30 to 40 miles south of Wausau WI. I 39 traffic down to 45 mph. So does that count as bug removal too? I'm so out of practice I was getting wet... oh, didn't close my vents up...View attachment 103522
The obligatory "I'm about to drive away" picture
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Safe under the awning as you can see the water sheeting off the roof behind it. Medford, WI. Meeting Cycledude and his buddies tomorrow at 8 am.

Have a great trip TG. Lots of photos please.

 

[Boris]

The red arrows show what covers you'll need to remove; save for the gas tank. I swiveled mine up and held it in place with two bungee cords attached the OE top box mount bracket. If your kit is a Galfer, I have many more notes. Feel free to PM for those details. It could help you avoid some aggravation Eventually, I plan to post a more comprehensive write up on the Galfer kit. I hope this info helps for now.

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Such a good looking bike in that colour.

 

[bimota]

The red arrows show what covers you'll need to remove; save for the gas tank. I swiveled mine up and held it in place with two bungee cords attached the OE top box mount bracket. If your kit is a Galfer, I have many more notes. Feel free to PM for those details. It could help you avoid some aggravation Eventually, I plan to post a more comprehensive write up on the Galfer kit. I hope this info helps for now.

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superb thank you sir, much appreciated

rob

 

[Muybig]

I loaded mine up and got on it 2 hrs after I retired from work and headed North in the most muggy weather of the summer. 89F and 90% humidity... Stuff Sierra1 loves and lives in... but the rain was coming so I had to go. I know it is loaded! That new Hypercoil rear shock spring has saved the day. Camping gear, stuff to repair major problems, tools to do almost everything, tires, 4 Qts of oil in case of a casing problem, clothes and I will be gone for a while. Mid September. Ran through a severe TStorm just 30 to 40 miles south of Wausau WI. I 39 traffic down to 45 mph. So does that count as bug removal too? I'm so out of practice I was getting wet... oh, didn't close my vents up...View attachment 103522
The obligatory "I'm about to drive away" picture
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Safe under the awning as you can see the water sheeting off the roof behind it. Medford, WI. Meeting Cycledude and his buddies tomorrow at 8 am.

Nice looking bike/set up enjoy your retirement !

Safe travels

 

[TenereGUY]

Have a great trip TG. Lots of photos please.

I'll do my best. I have a Gopro, drone too. I am blogging at
Adventuresbyguy.com
I don't know a thing about it and am trying to figure it out as I go.
Here are a few from today



Cycledude showed us a Zebra farm.

I didn't even know that I picked up a mascot!


Tucked in for the night. Bemidji, MN
The beginning of the Mississippi River. Outlet from this lake.
Lake Superior

 

[Matt51F1]

Well, the new covers finally arrived so I took the old covers off the seat’s and made the cavity for the gel and recovered them today.
First time I’ve done this and it’s super easy.

 

[MattR]

Having carried out a strip down and clean, took her for a shakedown ride and noticed the engine light stayed on. Motor running ok but then the tick over began to rise up to about 2k. I havnt disturbed anything other than taking the down pipes off for cleaning which involves disconnecting the O2 sensors and unscrewing them. So I suspect it’s down to one of them. Maybe I’ve damaged a wire? I guess I’ll need to get it plugged into a diagnostic to find out which one.


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