Why The Tenere 700 is so Uncomfortable & How To Fix It! | Handlebar Swap

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  • @markvaughn8096
    @markvaughn8096 2 роки тому +1

    I used the single end mount Bark Buster bar w/ Bark Buster Storm Guards when I changed to ProTaper bars on my KLR and found as a benefit I noted they also improved the bars vibration dampening....

  • @timjrvine
    @timjrvine 6 місяців тому +1

    When I installed protaper bars on my tenere I tapped the bar and installed the stock bar extenders to give it enough control area. Bit of a pain the way the tenere controls take up so much space

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  6 місяців тому

      Good idea! Yeah definitely annoying, but there are a few options to work around it.

  • @theodoreberbach9562
    @theodoreberbach9562 2 роки тому

    I installed a 40mm lowering link and installed a throttle lock cruise control and it made controlling and riding the bike much better ever since

  • @kyleward5202
    @kyleward5202 2 роки тому +3

    Barkbusters fit perfect on my t7 with stock bars. Survived a crash too

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому

      That's what I had before I switched bars, they worked well for me to.

  • @miclinda256
    @miclinda256 2 роки тому +1

    Try sw-motech bar back. Had some pain in My wrists , and now its completly gone. Can ride all day! Have Touratech low Comfort set ( onepiece) to.

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому

      The risers I tried were something similar, definitely helped but not completely.

  • @JoeJ523
    @JoeJ523 Рік тому

    Gotta put a lowering links on that bike. I had too the bike was too tall for me.

  • @thodoris3790
    @thodoris3790 Рік тому

    What about the wooden seat?any real solution?

  • @kvl505
    @kvl505 3 місяці тому

    Interesting. I have a T7 and it is not uncomfortable for me. I have ridden it for about 5 hours (with 2 short breaks)and have no seat issues but did with my KLR until I bought a small cushion.. And the handlebars are in a perfect position for me. I am so glad I bought it....

  • @mkramsauer
    @mkramsauer 2 роки тому +1

    Looks great Ben! Be safe out there and I agree always gotta play with them a bit and that high fender it's the right choice

  • @IslandADV
    @IslandADV 2 роки тому

    The bars look so cool. I also really like how the hand guard mounting brackets leave a little gap there for all the cabling. Small stuff like that really makes a mod good. Glad the bike's feeling good.

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому

      Thanks Island ADV! I like that too, makes things a little easier for sure! I'm really looking forward to seeing how much better it is on the road!

  • @trekOCLVone
    @trekOCLVone 2 роки тому

    For my Barkbuster addition to the Kawasaki Versys X300 I went with T-Rex Racing Barkbusters. Not all Barkbusters are the same and T-Rex engineers the aluminum frame to go over the handlebar clutter of cables and they bolted right up. However, where T-Rex messed up is there install video did not cover the reinsertion of the stock handlebar weights so the bolts supplied with the Barkbusters would have something to grip into and expand and hold on tight. So, I made my own video to documents exactly what to do to get excellent results on the X300. The handlebars will bend before the Barkbusters will fail. Fun project.

  • @fixbuildplay5249
    @fixbuildplay5249 2 роки тому +4

    Man you just couldn’t catch a break with the bars! 😂 When all fails, make it work. Final assembly looks really nice! I too installed the Tusk guards on my bike. Absolutely love them! Quality guards on the cheap! Ride safe! 👍🏼✌🏼

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому +1

      Ha ha yeah I didn't think I'd ever get it together but I'm glad it finally worked out!

    • @fixbuildplay5249
      @fixbuildplay5249 2 роки тому +1

      @@SwankyCatProductions I also threw on oxford grips on the KLR. Super happy with them! 👌🏼

  • @chrissahlstrom8939
    @chrissahlstrom8939 2 роки тому +1

    You are the first person I've heard say that the seat is uncomfortable. I was considering this bike because of the comfort. The klr isnt for me

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому +2

      I don't recall exactly what I said but I don't think the seat is uncomfortable, just not the most comfortable after a few hours in a row.

  • @jeffloucks2120
    @jeffloucks2120 2 роки тому +1

    Looking forward to the ride report on the bars. We talked a bit in the comments section when you were trying risers. Still riding mine stock but that bit of extra sweep might be all it takes without adding extra items and weight.
    Saw you mention lower seat. Did you order a Seat Concepts?

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому

      I'll hopefully get to ride it next week and will do a video asap. My guess from sitting on it is that this will be much much better. I didn't like how high the bars were before, felt nice riding but when I went to push it around it was really awkward.

    • @jeffloucks2120
      @jeffloucks2120 2 роки тому

      @@SwankyCatProductions Very akward to move around being on the shorter side. :)

  • @mirceagolumba2129
    @mirceagolumba2129 5 місяців тому

    A link or a name for the bright yellow phone support, please?

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  5 місяців тому

      Unfortunately I don't believe the guy who was 3D printing them is still in the business. Sorry!

  • @pw3591
    @pw3591 2 роки тому

    I find the seating position fine personally, but that hard narrow seat begins to hurt after an hour or so. I have literally doubled the amount of time I can sit on that seat just by adding one of those £20 stretchy mesh seat cooler things from Ali express. I was amazed at the difference it made.

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому +1

      I've never tried one of those. I switched to a low comfort seat from Seat Concepts and while it didn't really get me much closer to the ground the wide back is much nicer to sit on!

  • @HakiduHD
    @HakiduHD Рік тому

    Hello Swanky Cat, thank you for all those nice videos and nice work. i'm looking to change my stock handlebar for a protaper adventure evo, my only concern is about the holes on the handlebar and the controls. If i clip the nobs off like you did, how do the controls stay in place on the handle ?
    Also, 1 year later would you still change the handlebar or will you stay with the oem one ? Thank you :)

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  Рік тому

      I've clipped nubs off of several bikes now and had zero issues. Honestly I think they use them more as a template for the assemblers. This way all the bikes end up with their controls in the exact same spot. If you do somehow end up with a control that won't clamp down, just a wrap or two of electrical tape will increase the bar diameter and provide a more sticky surface.
      I'd 100% change the bars again. Best mod I did on that bike.

  • @OneOldManRiding
    @OneOldManRiding 2 роки тому +1

    Looks great. Boy was the throttle a PITA. I am sure this video will help folks. - Frank

  • @deltabravo1257
    @deltabravo1257 2 роки тому

    YAMAHA - WTH is the deal in that throttle tube. I've never encountered a problem like that before.
    I always cut off the nubbins on the control pods. I've done that one both DR350SE Suzukis as well as my current DRZ400S.

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому

      Yeah me either, pretty strange. I can't imagine trying to drill holes for them. I moved mine a few times already since this ha ha.

    • @RedEmpire36
      @RedEmpire36 2 роки тому

      All you gotta do to drill is out tape down, tighten grip assembly and you'll see the mark left by the nub. Drill and done.

  • @cliff1551
    @cliff1551 2 роки тому +1

    Put a longer bottom bracket on rear suspension to lower it a bit short arse .

  • @ianferrier235
    @ianferrier235 2 роки тому

    Your right Ben,I had trouble with my tusk guards to,had to bend them just like you 😁

  • @SamiNami
    @SamiNami 2 роки тому

    Um you removed the bar end weights?

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому +1

      Yep, don't miss um one bit.

    • @SamiNami
      @SamiNami 2 роки тому

      @@SwankyCatProductions And are the new bars better? I think I personally will just try to move the bars back.

  • @slowsteve3497
    @slowsteve3497 2 роки тому

    Hey. I’m seeing t7s back in stock. Would I be crazy to buy a Klr instead? It seems more my speed.

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому +1

      No I don't think so, the KLR is definitely a better option in some cases. Check out my two most recent Knobby Ridge Single track videos.

  • @e.g.8371
    @e.g.8371 2 роки тому

    What seat model did you order?

  • @Jay-tu4rs
    @Jay-tu4rs 2 роки тому

    I spent days trying to find bars with the right amount of control area. Got pro taper CR mid not much better then stock

  • @scottingalls6164
    @scottingalls6164 2 роки тому

    hey ben , used same tusk bars , kept my risers on that sweep bars back more , also used odi locking grips , worked well, since the stock throttle tube was to tight on mine also, keep up the great videos, i use rm all the time

    • @livemorededicated3881
      @livemorededicated3881 10 місяців тому

      hey man did youn do the same thing to your grip when installling the handlebar cuz i have heated grip and i dont whant to do that thx

  • @mmaaddict78
    @mmaaddict78 2 роки тому

    It's good to trim the end of the throttle tube anyway so that the throttle doesn't stick open when you drop the bike and the hand guards jam into the the trottle tube.

  • @scottingalls6164
    @scottingalls6164 2 роки тому

    hey ben , how much more sweep do you fiqure you get , i put the rocks rizers on like you but still need more sweep , good job

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому

      I think it was a little less than a half inch. The Renthal website has the stock bar measurements if you want to compare.

  • @trelovigos
    @trelovigos 2 роки тому

    I dreamed to buy a Tenere since the first 750..
    I bought this 700 finally..
    And after those problems I sold it after 2 months...

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому

      Oh no! I'm sorry to hear that. What did you get instead?

    • @trelovigos
      @trelovigos 2 роки тому

      Still nothing..
      I am waiting to check the new Honda Transalp...

  • @stevejlawrence1
    @stevejlawrence1 2 роки тому

    I’ve got the same problem with the oem seat as you with my T7. Which seat did you choose in the end?

  • @michaeldomec5275
    @michaeldomec5275 Рік тому

    Getting a T7 in November first adventure bike🙏Thanks for info brother hope you’re still around in November lol i just subscribed to ya!!!!

  • @elvispusley3515
    @elvispusley3515 2 роки тому

    New grips would have been good since you were in there. Nice job man, check out Camel ADV and there one finger clutch arm. I just put one on my t7 and it is great. Keep up the good videos and rock on

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому

      I really should get the one finger clutch! I've actually switched to a much better grip and put some heaters under them. Definitely glad I did, the stock grips suck! Thanks!

  • @billcotton1551
    @billcotton1551 2 роки тому

    Really looks great on the bike Ben!

  • @csiautodetail
    @csiautodetail 2 роки тому

    Do you think that handle bar will fit on the KLR650?

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому +1

      With a set of 7/8 to 1 1/8 risers they should. I'm going to be putting the ATV High bend on mine soon.

    • @csiautodetail
      @csiautodetail 2 роки тому

      @@SwankyCatProductions mine is a 2015 with stock bars no riser. Thanks for the reply

  • @JohnnyFuelMotorcycleAdventures
    @JohnnyFuelMotorcycleAdventures 2 роки тому

    Fellow Wisconite here... Nice job. I like this video! I have the same bike and installed bar risers for comfort. But it makes me wonder if a slightly different bend would help too. I know I'm going to have to replace the janky handguards after one fall but I'm waiting until that happens. As for the seat, the first thing I did was buy a Seat Concepts seat to replace the stock one. The stock one isn't bad, but for day-long trips, it makes a big difference.

  • @kawabungah20
    @kawabungah20 2 роки тому

    That project took some gumption. I admire you. Hope the wrist pain will be gone for good!

  • @TeamStruggleBunny
    @TeamStruggleBunny 2 роки тому

    Solid break down of the ergonomic considerations. Definitely replacing the bar is the way to go to get a bit of rise and change the angles. Seat height and comfort, well I ride KTMs and find them pretty comfortable so WTF do I know lol. Good video I have plans to make one for the 890 I just bought, not quite enough saddle time to have an informed POV yet but I'll borrow some thoughts from you when I do.

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому

      Thanks! Nice, they seem like they're definitely superior when it comes to suspension and shocks.

  • @martyn_g
    @martyn_g Рік тому

    Hey. Overall height is one factor. So many YT’ers forget to mention their INSEAM! You could have a 30 inch inseam, I’m 5’ 9” and I have an inseam of 32 inches, and could potentially have better reach then you… but I don’t know for sure, as you haven’t mentioned what your inseam is..

  • @daveo9844
    @daveo9844 6 місяців тому

    Appreciate you making the mistakes so we don’t have to 😎🍻

  • @GM-he3um
    @GM-he3um 2 роки тому

    Those bars are nice!!! Maybe too low?

  • @TheWanderingGeezer
    @TheWanderingGeezer 2 роки тому

    I've never cared about having to put both feet down. All stock seats suck. I rode this bike and found it as comfortable as any other bike.

  • @pvflyer67
    @pvflyer67 Рік тому

    thanks , lots of valuable info 🍺.

  • @allensnook7760
    @allensnook7760 2 роки тому

    Hey appreciate the ideas on bikes n snowmachines.anyhow iam 5'7"so i struggle reaching the ground also on the bike i just got from my brotherinlaw yup its a 2002 klr 650 i think it does have a lowering dog leg thingy on it that looks like a few more threads could get me lower and i have shaved foam from seat.looks chopped up a bit now.can i lower front forks yet also to make this bike rideable for me.any hints would help.snooky pa.

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому +1

      I've never tried it but I know some people do it. I'd check a KLR forum or Facebook page first though.

  • @weirdlifeofrob
    @weirdlifeofrob 2 роки тому

    I don't think I've ever had a bike where I was happy with the stock seat, but Yamaha always seems to be one of the bigger offenders in that territory. My current FJ-09 is getting the seat redone by Terry Adcox if I ever get time to send it to him. Had him do the last FJR I had, and my old 1200GSA.

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому

      I've always just lived with what I got but I'm looking forward to see how much better my new one is!

    • @weirdlifeofrob
      @weirdlifeofrob 2 роки тому

      @@SwankyCatProductions Once you go custom seat, you'll never go back! Especially if you do any longer distance stuff. I know from Point, most of the good riding is a bit of a ride to get to, so it made a huge difference.

  • @imafarmboy2
    @imafarmboy2 2 роки тому

    What is the name of that song?

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому

      Mmm idk, it's just one from the UA-cam music library they have for creators.

  • @danstevens2204
    @danstevens2204 2 роки тому

    Your hand guards are designed for your stock bars so no surprise you needed to modify them. Yz guards would’ve probably been the go 👍

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому

      These were actually universal if I recall correctly. But even still, same deal.

  • @glenmarshall8168
    @glenmarshall8168 2 роки тому

    Great video! thank you 👍

  • @jayhopkins1337
    @jayhopkins1337 Рік тому

    Unfortunately the levers almost touching the barkbusters. One hard fall can bend or break levers and perches, talking from experience

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  Рік тому

      True, a hard enough fall can certainly cause issues. I've had to bend a few back while out on the trails before too. A set of short levers will help avoid that though.

  • @Ron_C
    @Ron_C 2 роки тому

    Nicely done Ben! I agree, any brand of bark buster is going to need to be...."finagled". Be safe, Eat Potatoes and Love Longer!

    • @RedEmpire36
      @RedEmpire36 2 роки тому +1

      The actual barkbusters on the stock bars fit super easy. But yeah on aftermarket bars, all bets are off.

    • @Ron_C
      @Ron_C 2 роки тому +1

      @@RedEmpire36 I didn't mean the actual brand, of course. But there is a reason there are so many adjustment points! I had the Tusk guards on my KLR and loved them.

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому +1

      Ha ha everyone loves that sticker! I think I actually had to tweak even then purpose bent Barkbusters back when I put them on.

  • @bresoo
    @bresoo 2 роки тому

    great vid thanks mate :)

  • @MikeEpps72
    @MikeEpps72 2 роки тому

    Crazy, I find this to be the most comfortable stock seat I've ever had. But I have EVO Adventure bars which are higher and way more swept back. And I think your throttle tube issues were the bars. The EVOs fit perfect with no adjustments. I did keep the tab on the throttle housing though, don't want that thing spinning on you :O

    • @AntaresSQ01
      @AntaresSQ01 2 роки тому

      Same, the seat is a little hard but the position is so comfortable it doesn't put any pressure on you, bikes like this NEED straight bars, there is a reason all bars are straight in MTB and motocross/enduro bikes, but i guess each to their own

  • @majormassenspektrometer
    @majormassenspektrometer Рік тому

    8:49 Wood Screw 10/10

  • @nicholaschai4458
    @nicholaschai4458 2 роки тому

    Time for a shorty levers,btw great video as always

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому +1

      Might have some waiting in a box here... Ha ha. Thanks!!!

    • @nicholaschai4458
      @nicholaschai4458 2 роки тому

      @@SwankyCatProductions looking forward to it,ever considered bout DT mirrors?

  • @cliff1551
    @cliff1551 2 роки тому

    Spacer the handguards forward a bit mate

  • @queenslander954
    @queenslander954 2 роки тому

    This is great , as a Yamaha wrench you know your stuff & i’m going to copy everything you do because your expert tutorial obviously is the good-mail as it’s on UA-cam.

  • @northofhwy8180
    @northofhwy8180 2 роки тому

    Nice upgrade

  • @Josh-ew1le
    @Josh-ew1le 2 роки тому

    Seems like alot of work for one extra degree of sweep.

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому +1

      True. I wasn't sure I'd want to much more than this. Probably would've been fine though.

    • @Josh-ew1le
      @Josh-ew1le 2 роки тому

      @@SwankyCatProductions Love the bike, love the mods, love the videos. Thanks for sharing!

  • @patw9175
    @patw9175 2 роки тому

    Wow I must have had some fucking uncomfortable bikes hahaha no complaints about my T7. It's not actively beating me up or making me do yoga so it's a win in my book :D Love that bar set though, I'll be looking out for the YZ bends. Maybe in gold

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому +1

      Mmm gold would have been cool! The seat is not the worst, my KLR is just a little more comfy so I'm just spoiled from that haha.

    • @patw9175
      @patw9175 2 роки тому

      @@SwankyCatProductions Oh yeah I've seen that KLR seat it does look comfy

  • @gabrielkopp2036
    @gabrielkopp2036 2 роки тому

    Love the high fender..yamaha should have just made them that way

  • @alanr6529
    @alanr6529 2 роки тому +1

    Maybe try gluing wood blocks onto your feet ?

  • @pd0di
    @pd0di 2 роки тому

    Meassure twice, cut once. I do respect the yolo tho

  • @jayhopkins1337
    @jayhopkins1337 Рік тому

    Leave it to big corp. To make there bars only fit there components! Kinda pain

  • @danielmarshall7285
    @danielmarshall7285 2 роки тому

    Couldn't you have just bent the bars a little ?

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому

      You could, stock bars are usually pretty soft though. One side of mine was already bent.

  • @Thejohnmullen
    @Thejohnmullen 2 роки тому

    You could always purchase the leg stretcher 1000….

  • @GM-he3um
    @GM-he3um 2 роки тому

    The clutch lever no space 👎🏼

  • @Oratazana
    @Oratazana 2 роки тому

    So ...what you just said was that your body is not perfect....yeee,
    never forget to glue everything, that's for shure, Yamaha may go apart with no glue.

  • @db511
    @db511 2 роки тому

    I'm 5'5", and now i don't think i can ride this bike

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому

      It might be a struggle. You could drop the preload a bit. Mine was cranked up in order to get the correct sag. Still haven't gotten my seat yet but I'm sure that will help too. My KLR is definitely easier to ride though.

  • @longrider9551
    @longrider9551 2 роки тому

    looks good kiddo

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому

      Thanks! How have you been? It's been a while.

    • @longrider9551
      @longrider9551 2 роки тому

      @@SwankyCatProductions hey kiddo I watch your videos but don't know much about ski/s

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому

      @@longrider9551 glad to hear that! Is it still winter by you?

    • @longrider9551
      @longrider9551 2 роки тому

      @@SwankyCatProductions The red-breasted Robin is just showed up so spring is around the corner

    • @longrider9551
      @longrider9551 2 роки тому

      And my CRF 300 rally is coming in any day now

  • @bobkelly2447
    @bobkelly2447 2 роки тому +1

    As nice as it is Your T7 is a danger to you and when you ride it your a danger to everyone else your near... WHY ? because you cannot touch the ground flat footed ! raise the front forks in the triple trees and take all the preload out of your shock in the rear and that will gain you around 2" of touching the ground.... ( at the expense of ground clearance!) I'ed rather ride a bike with 3" of ground clearance and be able to touch the ground with my knees slightly bent than any bike I have to tip toe to touch the ground ! your T7 was made for a guy with the height of 7'6" .... not for a guy with a 30" inseam.... fix it to fit you or don't ride the thing ! I bought a 2021 CSC RX4 that has a seat height of 31.9" it was tippie toe for me to set on it.... i changed that by raising the forks 2" in the front and taking out all the preload and I can now touch flat footed while on the bike...
    but I know that is not enough.... if you want to back up, you need a bit more .... think about it shortie ! make your bike fit YOU !!!!!

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому +2

      Meh, it doesn't really bother me. My new lower seat will be more convenient but even as is I can get one foot flat if I slide to the side of my seat. A big bike can be intimidating at first but once I forced myself to just ride it and not worry about putting my feet down my skills improved drastically. Rather than looking for places to stop if I need to save myself I stay up on the pegs and just focus on making it through the obstacles.

  • @Valterpenato
    @Valterpenato 2 роки тому

    Disaster😁

  • @Weal8h
    @Weal8h 2 роки тому

    You not 5,10

    • @SwankyCatProductions
      @SwankyCatProductions  2 роки тому

      Haha. No, I'm 5'10". I've got my preload set properly so the bike doesn't sag as much under my weight. I could back it off to get closer to the ground but then it bottoms on the big jumps.