Top 5 modifications to upgrade my Yamaha Tenere 700 for serious offroad riding

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  • @JonnybandthebigT7
    @JonnybandthebigT7 8 місяців тому +8

    Holy shit girl, I was going to ask why you left the stock exhaust on the bike if you know what your doing, THEN I SAW YOU RIDE.. awesome to see you thrashing the big T7 and I will absolutely be paying more attention to your channel 👍. I can handle a t7 reasonably well but m8 your a weapon...great to see a lady's riding channel that survives on proper hard riding, not relying on "I'm a girl so I'm special"...I sure as hell could not out ride ya..top stuff and kind regards Jb

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  8 місяців тому +1

      Thank you so much, I am really happy to hear it! ✋😊
      Yes, you are right, the exhaust change is mandatory too, but for me these five things and the brake system are the most important to do list parts.
      Once I got the full control over the bike - shocks, forks, tires, brakes - and she is protected a bit more as the OEM sh.... well...
      Next is the engine power and throwing away that ugly stock exhaust for sure! 😄

    • @JonnybandthebigT7
      @JonnybandthebigT7 8 місяців тому +1

      @@braapt7 I mentioned the exhaust as the stocker has a bad habit of bending Into the swing arm on impact. I agree 100% on the 5 mods you talk about. In the order you suggest as well.

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  8 місяців тому +1

      Just like that. Mine was bent in several times too, but nothing broken yet. But no question, it will be replaced asap after the full brake upgrade.

    • @JonnybandthebigT7
      @JonnybandthebigT7 8 місяців тому +1

      @@braapt7 I couldn't agree more, I have essentially the same set up. Tyres/rally raid forks (also known as tractive as u know) revalved shock with 8.5kg spring, camel adv brake pedal and more (I won't bore you with details lol 🤣. But I completely understand why you've waited on the exhaust. When you do may I suggest you mate a camel adv high mount kit to a black widow muffler. The camel high mout kit and link pipe is expensive but very tough and well worth the effort of saving for it, while the black widow muffler is an excellent price (got mine for $300dollars (aussie dollars). and has proven to be as good as any of the over priced stuff from Akropovic or arrow. Anyways I'm gunna save watching your vids till I get home (I'm an interstate truck driver) where I can see them on the TV instead of trying to watch on my phone. Keep those vids coming m8 👍👍

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  8 місяців тому

      Thank you so much, I will! Nice upgrades, have a safe ride! ✌😎

  • @PA-Tammy
    @PA-Tammy Місяць тому +1

    Your not alone sis I did the first 4 I ride rocky ST and don't need long legs on this bike other then mine.... TracTive X-TREME PRO Rally Fork Cartridge Kit (+25 mm) and TracTive X-TREME-PA PRO Shock (+25 mm) Mitas Enduro Trail XT+ front and rear I did add a Scotts Stabilizer and a APX plate I don't like the big guards so I just have a rad guard and took off the rear pegs add a set of YZ pegs and Barkbusters took everythuing off the back. I love to jump from my YZ250x to the T7 and back to the YZ really keeps me sharp. Stay safe and enjoy the ride...

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  Місяць тому

      Thank you so much! ✋🙂
      You have an excellent setup on your bike. I wish I could handle the +25mm suspension, the T7 must be so much more agile with those ones. Also I wish I had an YZ250! :D
      Safe ride to you too! 😄

  • @downbytheriver501
    @downbytheriver501 7 місяців тому +1

    My favorite upgrades on mine was the lainer suspension, hp corse header back high mount exhaust, and of course crash bars and bark busters.

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  7 місяців тому

      Totally agree, every bit of suspension upgrade is a treasure for this bike. The OEM forks and shocks are... not good enough.
      I think I will pick the MIVV high mount exhaust one day... not sure why, maybe I like the look and sound better. 🤷‍♀️
      I never had a Barkbuster handguard, but since I got this SW-Motech one - I got this after I made this video -, I am pretty happy with them! 😀

  • @vladyslavpaliasnyi1611
    @vladyslavpaliasnyi1611 3 місяці тому +2

    Great video. I'm impressed by your skills and your level of knowledge. Thank you

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  3 місяці тому

      I am glad you liked my little video, thank you so much! ✋🙂

  • @VillanyiTheBiker
    @VillanyiTheBiker Місяць тому +1

    Thanks for the video, it was great to watch. what's the problem with the andreani cartridge? I want to replace the transalp 750 be now and this is what I looked for. does it only have a disadvantage at high speed off road? thank you!

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  Місяць тому

      Thank you to watch it! ✋🙂
      Shortly: there is nothing wrong with the Andreani cartridges, if you pick the off-road version, I am sure it will work nicely.
      My problem, that I picked the Andreani Misano EVO version, which is not an off-road focused setup, just a regular fully adjustable cartridge. Really good, no problem with that either, but it's valves are not set for serious off-road ride. I can live with that, but they are working not in perfect sync with the awesome Tractive Rally Pro rear shocks. (Either too soft for landings and heavy bumps, or too rigid to smooth out the corner bumps.)
      I made the mistake that I didn't upgrade the front and the rear at the same time.
      First I thought that the front upgrade will be enough, so I bought the Andreani Misano EVO. - the off-road version wasn't available that time yet.
      Once I got that installed, I suddenly felt that the OEM rear shock is... well, can't really keep up the work with the front forks. :D After this I bought the Tractive rear shock, and once installed that one, I felt, the Andreani front can't handle the work of the rear agility... and here I am now. :D
      Summarize: yes, the Andreani Misano Evo is a really good cartridge if you don't want to ride serious Enduro style off road, like big jumps and motocross track fast rides.
      But if you aiming to beat Pol Tarres, you need more serious forks for that. ✌😁

  • @adams402
    @adams402 8 місяців тому +3

    Awesome video with great suggestions. Keep em coming.

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  8 місяців тому +1

      Thank you! ✋🙂
      More coming soon about motorbike setup things. Also thinking about review all my first 30 modifications I made two years ago and what left of them and in what conditions. 😀

  • @CERITAKANGIDAD
    @CERITAKANGIDAD 8 місяців тому

    Finally, I saw your video again, and I congratulate you, now you have 1000 subscribers. Keep up the enthusiasm, greetings from Indonesia

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  8 місяців тому

      Thank you so much again! ✋😀

  • @2wheels1guy25
    @2wheels1guy25 8 місяців тому +5

    What is this? Paula Torres!💪🏿

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  8 місяців тому +1

      🤣🤣🤣 Some happy follower of the Master for sure! ✋😄

  • @skybluetenere
    @skybluetenere 5 місяців тому +1

    With this wide open air intake I would seriously consider a different ECU map. Otherwise your T7 might run with a too lean fuel/air mix now.
    And if you have a T7 with the monochrome dashboard take a look at the ABS Dongle from LSK to deactivate the rear ABS only.

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  5 місяців тому

      Thank you for the tips! ✋🙂
      I was worried about the lean mix too, so I took it to the official Yamaha dealer where I bought my T7. It is owned by an ex-superbike championship rider, so I have trust in his team as well. They checked the bike's statistics, and they sad the bike runs on optimal fuel/air mixture. What would be the symptoms if they were not right?
      I mean, when I ride, what should I feel, what should I see on the bike's behavior? Getting hot early? Knocking piston? Less power? I am not experienced much in this with the CP2 engine, and I have no tools to measure it at home myself, so I have to trust in the service. :( ( in witch I always have doubt, no matter what. :D )
      About the ABS... I don't trust the ABS at all. I would throw it out if the regulations wouldn't need it on the bike. I can feel the brake better, I can control the brake better without it, I tested it. Front and rear. In all surface conditions. Yes, I am that experienced rider. :)

  • @johnny_boi77
    @johnny_boi77 4 місяці тому +1

    Great No BS video, thanks.
    Btw, why not get a high mounted exhaust? I dropped it like 4 times and my exhaust was touching the swing arm and damaged it a bit. Got the mivv dakar to fix it

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  4 місяці тому

      Thank you, I am happy you liked my video! ✋🙂
      Why not the high mount exhaust? Well, I guess I didn't drop my bike on the right side as much as on the left side yet. 😁
      But yes, I bent the OEM mount already, but still intact, although a bit cracked, bent and worn.
      I am planning to upgrade it, but not sure yet, which one: the MiVV Dakar or the HPCorse? Why did you choose the MiVV? (I think I will grab that one too, in black color. I think it has better -deeper- sound than HPCorse.)

    • @johnny_boi77
      @johnny_boi77 4 місяці тому +1

      ​@@braapt7 For me, sound is very important (detemines if I like a bike or not, no joke) and the mivv dakar absolutely nailed it. Can only recommend the Mivv Dakar it sounds like a beast.
      People say it's a bit on the louder side and I kinda agree, BUT you can absolutely ride it quietly.
      The installation is also pretty straight forward, no sawing off parts like with the camel adv enduro kit.
      Price is also fair. Would definitely buy it again. I have no idea why one should choose the HPCorse..
      I can confidently recommend you the Mivv Dakar.
      I measured how loud the exhaust is, and it reached about 93-94 db when revving to 5k RPM.
      I am not sure where you are from, but if you plan to ride in tirol austria, it might get tricky since only 95 db are allowed on the majority of motorcycle favourable roads.
      I am also not that tall (174 cm) which is why I swapped out a month later after getting the bike.
      Hope that helps

    • @johnny_boi77
      @johnny_boi77 4 місяці тому +1

      @@braapt7 In case of sound, I can send you a voice recording which sounds almost 1 to 1 to reality. But only sounds realistic with headphones though

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  4 місяці тому +1

      @johanneswilhelm10 Thank you for the info, yes, indeed, it helped a lot. Now I am sure my next upgrade will be the MiVV Dakar, even if the loudness might be an issue in some situations. But if it's that easy to change it, well, even better! ✋🙂
      And yes, I am curious about the sound sample too! Thank you!

    • @johnny_boi77
      @johnny_boi77 4 місяці тому +1

      @braapt7 one last thing.. for some reason Mivv doesn't include a carbon heatshield. You'd have to get this one extra for around 60€. Otherwise you will burn your shoe gripping with your legs.

  • @claytonkeltto3239
    @claytonkeltto3239 8 місяців тому +1

    Another great video, thanks! One other thing i found to be important is a chain guide... very impressed with your riding skills...maybe i missed it but whats youre riding background?

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  8 місяців тому

      Thank you so much, I am really happy you liked it! =)
      Yes, chain guide is super important especially if you ride in deep ruts, forest with many branches and roots, also rocky terrain and other places where obstacles can mislead the chain on the rear sprocket.
      Yes, my riding skills come from many years of offroad riding. My father was a motocross rider, he teached me to ride when I was nine years old. I think this explains a lot. :D And I also ride offroad since ... many years now - few years out because work and family things -... (30) eeek....

    • @claytonkeltto3239
      @claytonkeltto3239 8 місяців тому

      Thanks for the reply! I forgot to ask how the MT21 tires are holding up...I will be buying new tires soon and they're on my short list.

  • @flexoadventures
    @flexoadventures 8 місяців тому +3

    Best Upgrades are suspension and tires. Its a diferent bike then

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  8 місяців тому

      Totally agree. And how much better bike! ✌😎

  • @pezis9588
    @pezis9588 7 місяців тому +1

    High fender kit for the propper enduro look!

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  7 місяців тому

      For the look, indeed! ✌😎
      However... the look isn't the worst aspect in the stock T7. Although it would be much cheaper than the suspension upgrade for sure. 😉🙌😁

  • @AE8
    @AE8 8 місяців тому +1

    Did you notice any tire cupping (odd wearing) on the front MT 21? Where alternating two blocks wear more than the center block.

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  8 місяців тому +1

      Well, yes. What causes it?

    • @AE8
      @AE8 8 місяців тому +2

      From what I read it is expected for knobby front tires to cup of road due to heavy front brake use and cornering. Underdamped suspension is also mentioned as a cause for tire cupping. So I was curious if upgrading your suspension would help with the tire cupping. But I guess it is unavoidable.

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  8 місяців тому +1

      @@AE8 Thank you to let me know! Well, I never really took attention for this. I am sure this could be avoided some way, but since I ride mostly offroad for fun, and using the tarmac just to get there. =) And on offroad I don't feel any difference of this, and on road the knobbies are horrible anyway. 🤷‍♀🤷‍♀😂😂

  • @jamiephysick5903
    @jamiephysick5903 5 місяців тому +1

    Great video!

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  5 місяців тому

      Thank you so much! 🙏😊 Glad you like it!

  • @Slava5127
    @Slava5127 8 місяців тому +1

    Hi! What navigator and mount do you use?

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  8 місяців тому

      Hai! I use the Samsung Galaxy Tab Active 3, the "tower" is my own concept, the holder is the Brodit one. (Swedish company)

  • @fredgreig1527
    @fredgreig1527 5 місяців тому +1

    Try the camel one lever clutch upgrade

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  5 місяців тому

      I got the easy clutch set from another manufacturer, and you are right, it is awesomesauce. 😎👌
      Probably I should have added it to the list as an extra tip instead of the brake pedal.
      So... if you use more clutch, get the easy clutch, if you are more keen for the brake, get that one. ✌️😌

  • @The333
    @The333 5 місяців тому +1

    Excellent post and recommendations. I think I wanna try one of those Tractive rear suspension upgrades - excellent riding as well. Bravo. Subscribed.

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  5 місяців тому +1

      Thank you so much! ✋🙂
      If you like to ride enduro style with the big bike, you will like the new shocks for sure. Especially at jumping, no more awkward bottoming all the time.

    • @The333
      @The333 5 місяців тому +1

      @@braapt7 Just curious, did you race lighter enduro or motocross bikes before moving to the T7? You look like you have that sort of riding style. I moved to the T7 from a naked street bike, so it still feels pretty big to me offroad (but getting easier each season).

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  5 місяців тому +1

      Learning to ride offroad on the T7 must be challenging, I am sure.
      Keep up the work, and just step by step, no rush it, because you must control the bike with subconscious muscle memory in so many changing environment. Riding offroad is wonderful and challenging. And yes, I got two decades of experience in off-road amateur riding motocross, enduro and even a bit trials. I was lucky to learn from race riders, it's in the family. =)

    • @The333
      @The333 5 місяців тому +1

      @@braapt7 Thank for the kind words! Yeah, you can tell from your riding you are very skilled/experienced off-road. Great content. Ride safe!

  • @adamg6199
    @adamg6199 8 місяців тому +1

    You need to come ride in Australia, I enjoy your videos keep up the good work.

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  8 місяців тому

      I am happy you like my videos, I try to make more of them for sure! =)
      I would love to go to ride to Australia, but it's far over the oceans, and I never fly. Neither take a ship ride over big waters...
      So there are several difficulties, but as I watch Australia adventure riding videos, what a lovely and huge country to ride!
      I wish I could just teleport there or something. 😍

  • @AdventureWR
    @AdventureWR 8 місяців тому +1

    Where did u get this 3d printed thing? Can you share the file

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  8 місяців тому +2

      Sure thing, but be aware, it works only with the Off-the-road air filter!
      (due thickness of the foam edge and the metal rim on the OffTheRoad foam filter)
      And check the foam cover for 100% sealing.
      Also don't forget to add grease on the necessary places to prevent any dust leakage. (If you used dirtbikes with foam filter you already know, if not, watch some tutorials on youtube, or ask a friend about.)
      www.thingiverse.com/thing:5346706

    • @AdventureWR
      @AdventureWR 8 місяців тому +1

      @@braapt7 thousand thanks for the file. I already have the OTR foam filter. Until now I used it with the OEM snorkel with grease and Twin Air Grand Price Nylon Cover, but I was afraid the seal wasn’t good enough. Now I can finally get a decent pre foam filter and seal it properly.

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  8 місяців тому

      ​ @AdventureWR I am happy I could help! ✋🙂
      Here is how I use it:
      - I grease the bottom rim of the OffTheRoad filter's foam rim - after oil it with filter oil -, just to be 100% secure, put in place
      - grease the metal top of the filter yet again for 100% seal
      - put on the big part of the 3D printed cap, - look for right positioning - secure with OEM bolts (screws), main filter done.
      - wet the prefilter layer with filter oil, no grease this time (I use cca 4mm thick flat motorbike filter foam cut in shape including bolt holes).
      - finally put on the small rim and fix with 4 small metal sheet or wood screws. Beware, this part is non reversible, got it's fix orientation forward.
      I change the pre filter after every heavy dusty ride - I got several pre oiled prefilters in my bag prepared - and I clean the main filter only every two-three months, depends on the use of the bike.

    • @AdventureWR
      @AdventureWR 8 місяців тому +1

      @@braapt7 thanks again for the info 🙏 when you lose the snorkel, do u have to re-map the ECU? I remember something about running rich or lean after you increase airflow ?

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  8 місяців тому +1

      When I replaced the air filter I didn't notice anything, it just worked as before. Same easy start, same throttle reactions, same power, same engine temperature tolerance to heat and pressure.
      No strange noises.
      She was in the official Yamaha service already two times, and they told me, all measures are fine, nothing had to be set.
      I am sure if you are super sensitive to power and keen on more 2-3 HP to optimize the engine, it's better to set to perfect after the filter change, but for me it's good enough.

  • @ColdWarVeteran-r2j
    @ColdWarVeteran-r2j 2 місяці тому +1

    140/18 is 10mm too narrow the wheel. Yamaha calls for 150. If you air down it can come off beed.

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  Місяць тому

      It is true, that 150/70 r18 is the OEM tire size of the Tenere 700. Never use any other tire, unless you know what you are doing.
      And yes, 140/80 r18 is a bit weak for the T7, but if you know it's limits and benefits, you can live with it. I could. Two years, zero problems. (But I got 30 years experience in off-road motorbike riding.)
      Also I got a 150/70 r18 Dunlop 908rr on my bike right now, best tire yet for mixed use.

  • @mikescott9213
    @mikescott9213 8 місяців тому +1

    Nice bike

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  8 місяців тому

      Thank you! ✋🙂

  • @unclebuck5051
    @unclebuck5051 8 місяців тому +2

    Less crap and more braaaapppppp

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  8 місяців тому +1

      Yes! ✌😎 This is why set up the bike right! 👍

    • @unclebuck5051
      @unclebuck5051 8 місяців тому +1

      @@braapt7looking good.

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  8 місяців тому +1

      @@unclebuck5051 ✋😌

  • @DannyHerron
    @DannyHerron 6 місяців тому +1

    so moderate offroad riding

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  6 місяців тому

      Basically yes. Even at moderate difficulty off-road track is highly recommended to use these upgrades. However, really depends of the terms of "serious" and "moderate" definition.
      What I really meant, you can ride offroad just occasionally for fun with friends on dirtroads, backroads, whatever. For this purpose you don't need a real hardcore knobby tire, no need for expensive suspension, and if you usually ride on sand, you don't even need a stronger bashplate.
      But if you want to rider harder than this, aka: take the ride "seriously", then you will need many upgrades for safe and controlled ride.
      Here you can decide your riding level: hobby, moderate, expert, master, Pol Tarres level, etc. but for all of these serious rides you will need upgrades.
      And all of the possible upgrades these are my top five picks for safety, control and fun.
      What would be your top five pick?

  • @stonecold9086
    @stonecold9086 6 місяців тому +1

    Iv "e never seen such a many shit in one Video! First Suspencenson than Tires , than Bodywoeks!!!!

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  6 місяців тому

      Now you did! I am happy to show you so many news, and I hope it will help you to ride offroad fun and safe. 🙂👌
      However I suggest first the tires, and only then the suspension or the extra protection upgrade - according to your riding skills.

  • @CERITAKANGIDAD
    @CERITAKANGIDAD 8 місяців тому +4

    Finally, I saw your video again, and I congratulate you, now you have 1000 subscribers. Keep up the enthusiasm, greetings from Indonesia

    • @braapt7
      @braapt7  8 місяців тому

      Thank you! I am really happy you like my videos even from that far distance in Indonesia! Wonderful country. ✋🙂