Some final thoughts after 300,000 miles on Yamaha Super Teneres
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- Опубліковано 22 лип 2018
- Choosing the Yamaha Super Tenere for the first 300,000 miles of my million mile quest to raise awareness and funds for Multiple Sclerosis was no accident. Unable to secure a bike sponsor, I decided to find a motorcycle that wouldn't need factory support! Here are some final thoughts about the adventure bike that I have been riding for the last five years. Thanks to all the companies that lended a hand, outfitting the two bikes with accessories, parts, service and riding gear. I look forward to the next 1/4 million miles or so on my new luxury touring rig provided by Yamaha, the Star Venture. Please follow along by subscribing, liking me on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Let my sponsors know how much you appreciate their supporting my journey.
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I honestly tried to watch he whole video but the music is killing me..lol!
Same here!
dito
dooo doo doop doop dadoop doop doo doo
Haha, right... I was about to say, "I could do without the Barney music."
Sound off, captions on.
The free publicity Yamaha are getting for this, I absolutely think they should donate the cost of this bike to your cause.
What makes you think it’s free.
They give LHP the ride...as well as the 2018 SVTC. They know all about his exposure! :)
Thanks. This was/is worth watching. Get really tired of the 1,000 mile and 10,000 mile reviews on motorcycles, they are worthless because the thing is still brand new. Until you get to at least 50,000 don't even bother talking about one. I just rolled over on 55,000 with a little 650 V-Strom..... I'll have an opinion on it when it hits 100k.
the fact that youve gotten that far without wanting to throw it off a cliff says a lot already.
Update? How many miles you have on it now?
Take a look at the 'bathtub curve' in reliability engineering. What is known as 'infant mortality' can be very informative concerning what to expect of a machine.
I have a 2013 S10 with less than 20k miles. You've inspired me to ride more and not worry about how the S10 will serve me on the road. Good luck on your quest!
I operated an ADV Bike Outfitters Company for 16 years and worked on a lot of big ADV Machines. Did mainenance and custom fabrication to them. I closed shop in 2016 to fight cancer. All the bikes that came though my shop were all ridden hard. So I got to see a lot of "Will Fail" parts on almost every brand. I chose the Big 2013 Yamaha XTZ 1200 Super Tenere because of what I had seen.
Example:
Out of necessity, and the large call volume from riders passing through, I use to keep on my shelf a replacement rear swingarm and rear diff for the 1200 GS BMW's because I changed out more cracked or broken ones than anything else I did. Loved that single swingarm but I just replaced too many broke ones to want to buy one.
The Tenere's shaft drive and swingarm are a beefy selling point. And wheel changed ar really easy.
(Well for me they are!)
We also provided a custom crash guard, engine guard and luggage carrier fabrication service. Most of my customers would buy pannier systems "off the rack" so to speak, then find out that Mass Produced racks couldn't be modified to do any more that it was designed for. IE...Carrying the weight of added fuel carriers, rifle scabbards (I love to dove hunt in East Texas!!!) , machette carriers, water jug racks, easy removable back rest (I used Isuzu Rodeo Headrest and they worked perfect), large descrete secure tool carriers....... Stuff like that. So I got real good at fabricating carriers made from larger than Factory tubings & that looked mass produced, but had room and the strength to take an extra mounted item and still take a hard hit on the ground. They could carry a s**t ton of stuff if need be.
The Tenere Riders only came to me to fabricate stuff for their machines. So I didn't have to do any fixing of broken bits to get them back on the road. That's why I bought one for myself. I love riding it.(rode it into town yesterday to get ice cream)
And yes it has gone sliding down on the highway and other than a cracked windscreen it was picked up and ridden the rest of the trip with no issues. (The Windscreen struck a post in the slide.) (NO other damage other than scraping off the powder coating)
I prefer the Tenere over say, a Touring bike because mine rides how I sit, and can do dirt roads and trails without issue. After all, I am an ADV Rider! It' just so comfortable on the road. I even designed and built air conditioner for mine. A lot like and evaprative swamp cooler. The only way to cross West Texas in the Summer. :)
Great Video Paul!
CurtisDrew- excellent comment. God bless you. Greetings and respect to all from Durango Mexico 🇲🇽
Wow! You really get around! The more one works on their own bike, the more you understand the little things that make it such a decent all around motorcycle! The aftermarket has some really great/quality parts to "kit out" one's own needs! That's what's so great about a good reliable quality platform from the factory. Just keep the parts maintained and the total package will take care of you.
I had 2010 1st Edition still running perfectly.Now clocked at 70,000km. What a piece of mine machine. Good video total agreed.
Great video. Thanks for posting.
I love my 2012 I ordered and don't ever think of selling it.
Star Venture, wow...You deserve it! Looking forward to your next post, keep it up!
that's why I bought one .... I've studied the motorcycle market for about an year before I've made my purchase and Yamaha delivered!
Thanks for the video Paul! Great bike, worthy cause, and I enjoyed watching every minute of this. I share your passion for touring, just got back from a month touring the western US on my BMW, and am already planning my next adventure.
Love it! What you are doing is awesome! I am quite jealous of the ride time you have had! Keep it up!
I've seen a lot of bike videos but this one was the most interesting👍💪
Been riding Honda Goldwings since 1980. Have ridden about 800,000 miles. After watching this videl i bought a used 2013 Yamaha Super Tnere with 23,000 mi.es on it. The bike is a real joy to ride and i love it. Thank you. Bob
800,000 miles on the same honda goldwing engine?? Or seperate?
Enjoy the videos .....keep them coming..........and soon be at that 1,000,000 miles
Great video, great trip, great cause and great bike!
Wow amazing miles! Super vid Paul
What a bike, what a journey.
I love this bike, never ridden it. Now I'm very tempted.
You are my new Hero !!!!
My Aunt has MS. Godspeed on your journey.
Amazing, thank you so much for sharing you experience. Definitely worth it.
I've been looking at a lot of reviews on doing research into the 1200 super tenere. I had the old 750 back in the 90s. That was a great machine with loads of power. I've currently got a BMW R1200GS. It's a fantastic machine to ride, however it's plagued with electrical problems. Typical BMW over engineering. So the 1200 tenere is on my short list now. I like the shaft drive for its low maintenance. The fact that you have done nearly 300,000 miles on 2 of them is a great testimonial to their reliability, which to my is very important. Safe riding buddy.
did you buy one?
No, never found the right one. I've currently got a Suzuki DL1000 v-strom. It's great bike, with loads of torque.
Thank you for the honesty !
I own the 2013. I love it!!
The Super Tenere is a very good choice and I will consider for sure after watching your videos, you sound very honest. Thanks a lot!!
I'm also on my 2nd S10. My first one (2012) met a bitter end when a pickup pulled out in front of me. Before I even got the insurance check I bought an identical 2012 Super Tenere. I love them. Glad you're liking your Star Venture.
Hey Long Haul Paul, great synopsis of your Super Ténéré. We recently met in Panama City, FL during Thunder Beach. Test ride on the ST and talking with you about your success with this bike has convinced me to purchase one. Going to Alaska in 2024. From one Paul to another, ride safe and wishing you the best.
Excellent recap. Keep posting
by far the best video ever on Super Tenere. I have a very old one, i am still trying to decode the VIN, it is a European standard, i bought it in Togo west africa
Good video listing the features of the Super T. I am about to turn 40K miles on my 2013 and it is the best bike that I have ever owned in 40+ years of riding. Hope to run into you in New Hampshire or somewhere else this season.
Excellent video - could do without the background music, though. The Tenere is a good choice and I will consider for sure after watching your videos. Thanks for what you do.
Music drives me crazy too. It’s a stupid loop. But it’s informative video.
Long journey great bike!
Thank you for this review. In seven minutes, everything is most necessary. This is one of the videos that played a positive role in making the decision to purchase a motorcycle of this particular brand (a little newer, though). Thank you again! Russia, Moscow.
i just picked up a new 23...so far I'm in love with it. I'm primarily a sportbike rider but this is a game changer for me.
I'm intrigued what's coming next? Surely you deserve a change
Thank you Paul! Despite not having the latest "gadgets" like TFT with CarPlay, what a fine machine this is, thank you.
Paul, you're a nobleman on a noble steed. My mom had M.S., tell me about your basis for this million mile journey. As far as motorcycles go, the reliability of that Yamaha is astounding! I bought the Star Venture in November, against the advice of my Honda dealer. I figured if Yamaha could get an ADV bike so right, the Venture couldn't be as bad as all the keyboard jockeys made it out to be. Spring is coming, I'm looking forward to finding out! Thanks for supporting a cure!!!!
northerniltree, for more about my journey, please check out my website. Https://www.longhaulpaul.com
I’ve been riding for MS since 2012, raising awareness, speaking to over 250 groups of patients across the US while raising $150K for charity. I was diagnosed in 2005.
When I bought my 2017, I knew I had purchased the greatest motorcycle ever built. When I saw your black bike at Barber, I smiled at the confirmation of my original thought.
I love how nonchalant you say “this is gonna be an 1100 mile day” 😂 awesome video and Yamahas are truly incredible machines. I plan on getting one these in the future.
@Nombre Apellido that's insane if i averaged 50mph which is not that easy it would still take 22 hours to do 1100miles. I've done 615miles in the car but that was leaving at 6.00am and getting back at 10.00pm. That was buying a van so sorting out the log book and bank transfer included too.
See,that's a long distance DAY...my record in a truck is around that,yet there some a-hole claiming 2000mile days...in a truck with huge diesel tanks,I do not stop in 18hrs,everything is at my side,food,drink, piss bottle,whereas a motorcycle has limited range... I'm supposed to believe he crammed in an extra 900miles in that 6hrs...no way on public highways, I cruise at 80mph?
Amazing video best regards from Ecuador, Yamaha Super Tenere 1200 the best bike with enough fiability to go around the world
ROCK ON PAUL!
300,000 miles WOW! 💪💪👍👍👏👏👏
Excellent review! I’ve been considering a 2017 Africa Twin, and until your review, only given passing consideration to the big Yamaha. I love the fact that it’s shaft driven, and that it’s not a garage queen. You use it, much like I use my 06 KLR650. The KLRs been a good bike, but I need a bit more power on the highway. Well done, honest review. Thank you!
I had a KLR for a year. 2up riding led to 3 years on a V-strom650. More highway riding led to my Super Tenere. I loved them all, but the big Yamaha has me planning multi state rides. Such a fantastic machine.
you aint kidding about the highway use. my 08 absolutely gulps the oil at 70+mph. here in WY its 80 on the highways and most ppl do 90. my KLR just wont cut it for the highway.
Awesome video thanks for posting!! I've been looking at the s10 myself looks a superb bit of kit that's for sure. Had no end of trouble with another brand of adv bikes so it's interesting to see someone else's experience with a different brand :)
After many years planning to get a Supertenere, I will finally get mine next Friday. I am very much looking Forward for it and hope to have many happy moments with it as you do.
You will be wondering why you waited so long!
When I watched this video for the first time, I had a XT660R, but wanted a Super Teneré real bad. August 2019, I looked to upgrade my Audi, and looked at 1, and decided to buy a ST. Also in the White with red and black decals. Loving it everyday. Safe riding. PS: Love the Star Venture you are using now.
Thanks for sharing 👊
I want to go on your next trip!!!
Great video Great machine love my 2012!
300,000 miles. Wow! Todays bikes are more reliable, I think. I've put 9600 miles on a '22 KLR in 5 months, 0 issues. I'm looking at a used '21 Super Tenere as a second bike. Thanx for this vid. Speaks well of u and the bike. Keep on keepin' on!! Woooo!!!
thank you for the awesome and honest comments
I love my 12 ST! Great Video!
Your living the dream be safe
Well, I just hope I reach my goal before my disease progresses to the point I can’t ride or walk. It’s a Journey to raise awareness for a cure.
Great video and info. Thanks.
Thanks for sharing!
Amazing!
My brother has almost 100k on his S10... it's a solid bike and he's only had one issue (valve problem). He averages in the low 40's mpg and since he's a bigger guy the weight is a non-factor for him. IMO they're pretty underrated... he's not hanging when we're in sporty riding territory (I've got a Multistrada) but for touring it's a great choice.
Those are great bikes! I ride an Ultra but the Yamaha is much more reliable, the music isnt bad at all, keep up the good work and ride on .
Helpful review, thanks I suspect this is where my money will go next.
Awesome bike !!!
It only has 120K miles on it" - LOL.
Cool video, and enjoy the comfy luxo new ride!
Great video Paul. So here's a piece of information for ya. I'm 60 years of age and ride a 2013 Yamaha FJR1300a. Love the bike. Have made a few very long trips on it. My secret to cutting down on fatigue, is noise elimination. I like listening to music, along the way, but having been an aircraft mechanic for 33 years, my hearing is not the best. I use a set of Bose noise canceling ear buds. Plugged into my Android phone. I use Pandora, Tune in Radio, and a mini sd disc, with recorded music. Plus a small inline amplifier. It's the cats pajamas of a setup. It eliminates a good 75% of the wind/road noise. The down side....... you likely won't hear an approaching emergency vehicle.
I've had the FJR and and currently the S10. Both well liked. Kept my FJR for 10 years. At 6' tall the S10 fits better and is more confortable for the long haul. FJR clearly more sporty but the S10 can take any road or fire road out there and not blink.
you are a hero...really
Had a 2013 Tenere and liked it a lot but then my brain went soft and thought I needed another FJR.......sold the 2013 bought the FJR wanted a bigger bike and saw a Goldwing F6B so I sold the FJR and bought the wing. Now I want another Tenere, truly an awesome bike that can do anything plus its much better on the white line here in Kaleefornia.......so in a year or two I'll sell the F6B and end up for the rest of my riding days on the S. Tenere...........can't wait.
Always take care of your tools !
A true biker.. you are king of the road
cycle logic I agree 👍 he is a TRUE BIKER .... not what those CEO Hardley CIRCUS CLOWNS advertise what a biker should be ...
Great bike 👍
Great video (except the background music too loud though). I too have a Super Tenere with 'only' 17,000 miles on it owned since new for 4 years. Only use it for touring else it is unused. I too have found the bike to be supremely reliable and smooth. Easy to ride for such a large bike and well balanced at low speed. I too do my own servicing. Only issue is that the chrome fork stanchions are now badly corroded and this has damaged the fork seals: this is due to the salt used on the UK roads in winter + I never wash my bike so it's not really Yamaha's fault.They will need a re-chrome soon. Would I buy another? Yes.
When driver or rider whatever,is good and feel motorbike feel engine there is no maintenance needed.
Bike can be the best in the world but if rider dont hear whats going on in engine and look after himself during riding...no point to have the best bike.As well is not the same 25 years old rider and 50 years old rider on tenere...younger riders expect from tenere to fly round the world...
Respect for you sir...well done!
i drive TDM 900 for 10 years now..it has only 40000 km, becouse i don't have time for it..but every time i have a chance to ride, i have a smile on my face and tingles pass me by..it is my theraphy
Awesome! Yamaha's best reliable bike!
After TDM 900😅
It would have taken a dozen BMW bikes to come near your accomplishments and goals my friend, you picked the right bike!
JP Stone lol. Your kidding right.
i totally agree, no bmw can get closer to yamaha or honda when it comes to reliability
@@hghazoly2 in 1990 yes, after 2010 no way
Just bought a '13 S10 and can't wait to crush some miles. Doing North/East Canada JUN2023but more in the future.
Fantastic review! Makes me absolutely certain in my choice of bike.
Hope we cross paths.
Instant sub
Thank you. Good job. You don't need music.
I've owned many brands, and in the ADV segment, have been a big fan of BMW's, however I too bought a S10. My decision was based on it being the only other bike in this segment (besides BMW) that was shaft drive, as I'm not a big fan of chains. The S10 is not the fastest, lightest, cheapest, fanciest, or most feature laden, but what it is, is absolutely bullet proof. It's the Sturmovik (for those that know their WWII Russian aircraft) of the motorcycle world, absolutely tank like, and easy to maintain. If I had to pick one bike to ride around the world on, with the idea in mind that I had little to no dealer support, and reliability was paramount, this would be the bike...it will take you to hell and back and will never complain.
As far as power and weight its middle of the pack. As far as reliability its 1st.
Sorry, What model of motorcycle you are talking about?
S10…!? Why not ST If you have to absolutely abbreviate the name.
Nice vid, Yamaha number one manufacturer for reliability.
Banditmanuk Yes ! Only 11% Fail rate
Harleys is a whooping 26 % !!
Despicable Me
www.google.com/search?q=motorcycle%20with%2026%20%25%20fail%20rate%20%3F
The most reliable motorbike for long distance adventures!
Saw you at Denver motorcycle show lot of good info on motorcycle "hacks" for long travel and emergency repair. I am a proud owner of a 2012 super tenere and as my 3rd bike it is my favorite I have owned. The only work I have done it is stuff I have elected to do it and regular maintenance.
Thanks Paul, that's a lot of useful information, I've ride on a CB500X for 1 and half year, which is my first bike, now I'm looking for something bigger, was looking at FJR1300, but after sat on a Super Tenere in dealership I feel ST1200 was good too.
Same here, hitting 65k miles on my cb500x(first bike). What bike did you end up getting?
@@Silentbutdeadly826 Yamaha FJR1300 lol, what's your choice?
I have been trying to decide on my next bike. I definitely want an adventure bike and it seems like Yamaha is the Toyota of motorcycles.
Damn reliable.
You're amazing... so do your Bike 🏍👌🏻👍🏻
A New subscriber..
Wish you the best.. be Safe🙂🇸🇦
I have a 2014 super tenere 39,000 on the clock apart from normal service intervals only replaced a headlight bulb you just jump on it and ride and feel you can ride the world on it my pal has a gs total bollocks build quality been back to the dealer 3 times in one yr
In Dec 17 I bought a barely used 2013 Super Tenere. Road it across the Trans Lab highway in July 2018, chuckholes, loose gravel and mud.. but it was perfect. Love my Goldwing, but owning a Super Tenere makes it a tough, tough choice some days (unless its cold and the heated seat and grips of the Wing call me).
Yes, I added heated grips to everyone of my last 30 motorcycles. A plug for my heated jacket as well. The Tenere supports quite a bit of electrical accessories.
Impressive that many miles in such a short time.
A million mile Journey for Multiple Sclerosis traveling to speak at events all across the USA.
I have same year and color love it
Nice info....was going BMW GS 1250...but after your clip...I'm thinking more on the tenere...love all the way from Kenya.
The Tenere will outlast the BMW.
Thanks Paul, very helpful video, I'm gonna get a SuperTen soon, they look like a great bike. 'just researching different models to get all the features I want at a reasonable price. It sounds like you're happy with the 2013 model, it's got traction control, how about heated grips?
100% Respect. Inspiration. This is why we ride. People looking for happiness, it’s right in front of you. Take an MSF class, then go ride a motorcycle and see America. See the world. BTW, are those Lee Parks gloves? Ride safe and ride often. Peace.
Inspiring
fantastic i got the smaller t7
SFR SanFranciscoRider
Me too! 20,000 miles on the T7 since June.
@@longhaulpaul very cool - did you do anything about your windshield ? i just cant handle the wind noise on the t7 with stock screen
Great explanation! Why are you getting a new one? What are you hoping to improve on by replacing the bike you have with the same exact model?
Ok. Will do. Thanks
jeesus, you are killing me with that backgroud music. I'm 2min into the video and I'm already starting to pull my hair off
Nice review! I'm thinking about getting the new KTM 1290 Super Adventure S, similar to this bike but it has 160 hp, a bit more of an adrenaline rush. It's close to this one, close to the BMW GS too.
I've had mine since 2015 with a custom sidecar and must say "this is the best bike I ever had". And I have and had plenty of bikes. Been all over Russia, Asia and Europe. Not one problem
Awesome video man and really inspiring, i thought 20k in one season was a lot on my fj09 but you put me to shame HAHA!
When it comes to riding motorcycles, you are probably in the top 1% at 20k per year. It's a shame people buy $10,000 to $20,000 plus motorcycles and they just sit in a garage. Most bikes never see anywhere near 20k in their entire life. Why buy it if you're not going to use it???
Great video....Very inspiring ...always wanted to do a lot of the things you have done on a motorcycle...and I will....Probably on an Africa Twin though ...
Great video, I actually made the same experience. 😉👍
But why did you do 300.000 miles on two Super Ténérés and not on one? Could you please further elaborate on this one? - Thanks! 🤔
RI ( free time NH) here 🍻🍻