Tenere Most Wanted Mods
 

Here is a poll to see what are the mods that most of you Tenere owners are looking to get, please fill in as many answers as you wish.

and................centre stand...........proprely fitting paddock stands.

Centre stand, handlebar risers(30mm), handguards, customized saddle(flat and higher), iron braided brakelines, WR footpegs, GPS(?). For now! Maybe later on: engine hop-up, for now I'm happy with its performance. Greetz, Hans.

Want I want for the Tenere:
1. Taller mirrors - the bog standard Yamaha ones show only elbows. Currently I have some extenders on order, to make them higher and wider.
2. Front fender extender - to reduce the amount of c**p going into the front of the engine/exhausts.

Wish list:
1. Tankbag - one that doesn't involve magnets, and given the narrowness of the tank, doesn't look like it is about to fall off.
2. Sensible hard luggage - something that doesn't make the bike as wide as a Mini. Given the height of the bike and the lack of low level exhausts, old school courier cases would suit me fine. I await the SW-Motech offering with interest.
3. Rear hugger - I don't go off road often (apart from the occasional rally field), and a rear hugger would cut down on the c**p going up into the tail, protecting the suspension better than that sheet of rubber.

Currently got:
1. Centre Stand - makes it look even taller than it is already.
2. GPS - Got a Zumo 400 which attaches to the handlebar, and sits just below the clocks in my line of sight. No music, no phone, and no irritating voices (apart from the usual ones, but even earplugs don't silence them).

Regards

Si

Big Si

Im thinking about ordering one of the centre stands on offer out there, which one did you go for and how easy is it to use?, also I too want to find some kind of fender extender, if you find one can you post some info as to where you got it from, thanks in advance

Gotan

Where'd you order your extenders from please? I need these!!

XTZ mods
 

Free-breathing pipe and air filter, flatter seat, and centre stand needed. As for luggage, I've ordered some pannier frames from Hepco and Becker to fit some panniers I already have. To be honest, they might be a bit wide, what with the pipes being where they are, but I'll post some pics with measurements when they arrive.

Got: Aluminium skid plate and panniers (not arrived yet though..)

Want (axcessories): GPS! Hand guards, engine guard (since the skid plate don't protect the water pump much), raisers.

Want even more: More hp and a muffler that actually produces sound.. :001:

Here goes:-

Single (l/hand) silencer.
Lower chain guide.
High front fender/mudguard.
18" rear wheel without cush-drive.
Flat seat (with red cover).
Handguards (Acerbis aluminium/plastic type).
Tail-end reduction, no drooping appendage, numberplate or indicators, etc.

That's all for now.:eusa_whistle:

Timpo.

You're right about that back end, I've been scratching my head on that one too. Do you think you could re-shape the original, or would you start from scratch? The thing is, I actually like the LED light, but to keep it will be hard as it's built in... hmmm. Who'll be the first to "chop" their Z? :headhack:

If I had one I would mod it straight after I ran it in.:Lollypop_2G1DR4:

I think it's better to remove everything (makes it easier to restore the bike when, or if, it's time to sell it) and mold a aluminium holder for the original LED. Together with some after market XT slip-ons it should be possible to create something nice.

Mirror stem extenders
 

Peatbog, sorry for the delay, the usual difficulties of getting bike and camera in the same place at the same time. While I was at it, I thought so sharing of other bits might be useful. Hopefully this Flickr thing will work.

Mirror extensions.
I had a look on the bag, there is nothing to indicate who made them. I just asked the guys at Reading motorcycle parts for something to extend the mirrors.

The bag they came in:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/21332430@N05/2672119974/

The extensions themselves:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/21332430@N05/2671299133/

I have used the short ones in this photo, they push the mirrors about 50mm up and out:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/21332430@N05/2672120650/

Yamaha centre stand down (Portside):
http://www.flickr.com/photos/21332430@N05/2672124896/

Yamaha centre stand up:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/21332430@N05/2671298501/

GPS Fitted:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/21332430@N05/2672122962/

Regards

Si

Oiltemperature gauge, RR10( www.kedo.com), installed instead of the oil dipstick. In degrees Celsius, engine runs about 80-90 degrees, highway or backroads(last sunday, 350km ride, cloudy weather, about 20 degrees Celsius outside). Greetz, Hans

Hee hee - it's funny how many people seem to want to do this - I'm glad I'm not the only one!

I'm a member of a Ducati Monster forum, and this is one of the most popular mods on that bike too - together with fitting a clear-alternatives LED rear light that has the indicators built in.

I reckon that the twin rear lights on the Tenere would be ideal for this - if you put a set of orange LEDs in each side to use as indicators... It would work best with clear lenses though.

As for mods I have planned, I actually find the standard bike almost exactly what I wanted for dual-sport travel riding (other than the clumsy rear mudguard). But I do plan to fit:

1) WR footpegs - possibly the Pivotpegz type (does anyone have pictures/info of this mod? - do they bolt straight on?)

2) KTM handguards (I use these on all my bikes, great value, deep enough for wind/rain protection and strong for plastic - just hope they fit around the brake reservoir).

3) Garmin 2610 GPS - oldie but a goodie - I plan to fit it to the bar above the instruments, leaving the bars clear for a map bag.

4) I was considering the Yamaha topbox (presumably it clips straight on to the rear rack lugs?) Does anyone have experiance of this? does it look strong enough (the mounting system I mean) for serious rough-road overland type travel use? For the meantime, I plan to use a Wolfman Alpha duffel over the rear seat/rack - keep it light x

5) I was also considering modding the side-stand cut out switch - I know some bikes (such as the DRZ400) can have problems with this when riding over rough ground - does anyone have any experience of this? Does it need bypassing?

xxx

I put handlebar risers on (from my old XTR) and the 30mm differnce was enough as well as making the bars more comfortable.

Can You post a pic of the hand guards. I would like a good weather protecting set. Also, take a look at

www.xt660.com/showthread.php?t=7272

for a peek at the underside of the Yamaha box. It fits straight into the existing rack lugs without any other attachments and its a one key to open or remove the box type system (as are the panniers).

The box is high quality but a bit on the small side. I think this was intentional as if it were any bigger the panniers would not open whilst they were all on the bike. See the pics.

Ray

Hi Ray - here is a link to a picture of the handguards (it's not very big, sorry). I've found them ideal on both my XR's - good weather protection and surprisingly strong for plastic (they don't have a metal bar in them like the Acerbis Rally Pro guards). They are also around �36 from any KTM dealer, which is a bit of a bargin I reckon...

www.ktmspares.co.uk/product_details.asp?c=49&d=5&p={9E836CF2-CEC4-48B4-9430-575F4F49B69F}

Thanks for the link to your luggage pictures - I must say, I'm glad the Yamaha boxes are plastic lined, my Touratech Top box (similar size, full face helmet but that's about it) is all aluminium, and everything goes black when it rubs against the alloy panels. I've lined it inside, but anything bungee'd to the outside also gets filthy, especially when it rains...

Mind you, looking at your pictures, the Yamaha luggage looks like it is essentially plastic boxes with a (basically cosmetic) aluminium skin? Do you think they will hold up over rough terrain use? I'm concerned there is only one catch to secure the top box to the rear of the bike, although I guess that is all you need?

I also recall someone commented on the plastic hinges (being broken) on a bike at a show earlier in the year? I wonder how long they will last with some serious use?

That said, I love the way the top box connects to the bike - I guess I need to see one in the metal (or is that plastic x)...

xxx

The boxes are quite sturdy, as you say the aluminium is mainly cosmetic but will add to the strength of the reinforced (due to ribbing) plastic box.
The fitting to the bike is as good as any and is actually very firm (as are the panniers), I cannot comment on the hinges, they seem as good as the ones on my previous top boxes and are helped by straps to stop excessive opening. I have not used them on a trip yet (except for commuting) but I like them. I am considering fitting some tie on loops all over them and they should drill/screw through without any problem. If you need any closer photos, let me know.

Ray

My Tenere, done 10.000km's so far. Mods so far:
-Yamaha alu bashplate and centre stand;
-KEDO RR10 oiltemperature gauge;
-Leovince SBK exhaust system;
-Hepco&Becker pannier rack and Alu Standard panniers;
-Touratech handguards&spoilers, small rear luggage rack, sidestand enlarger
and tailbag Enduro.

What'll come:
-TKC 80's(and extra strong innertubes);
-ironbraided brakelines;
-Touratech tankbag and 12v plug-in for tyrepump or GPS;
-Hyperpro progressive springs front&back.

That'll do(for now!). Greetz, Hans.

Got: Open Cans, New handle bar (original to back sweeped for my taste), smaller flasher, High fender, lighter tail (Twice modded...) , Chainguard off (looks nastier)

Want: TT GPS holder clamp (Ordered), Flat saddle, wind screen extender, extra dB Killer for the ride with the wife

(I ordered and payed TT Holder bracket/clamp by C Schrader zubeh�r shop in Frankfurt three weeks ago but no delivery yet.... Can I trust them? anyone knows?)

I could do with the German engine/side guards which look good for about �129.00 and cheaper and better then the Yam ones.

cheers
Stridey

Mods done:
Magura Handlebar
Acerbis handguards
Electric outlet
Heated grips
Yamaha engine guards and bashplate
Nology ignition cable and NGK iridium spark plugs
Yamaha Panniers
TKC 80 tires
DNA Airfilter
TT Garmin 2680 holder
BMW R1200GS crossbar (above the handlebar)
Held Tankbag (the strap is already ripped, don't recommend it)

Mods wanted:
WP front and rear shocks (I was told they are coming this May or so)
Single can exhaust (don't really like the OTR one)
Ironbraided brake lines
Rust-proof chains and sprockets
Rust-proof brake discs
Chopping off the rear end.
SW-Motech tankbag and tankring

well, one argument for me to buy the tenere was the symmetric back - never will add a single can exhaust. ;-)

What I want Yamaha to do is
- remove the turbulence behind the screen
- allow any tires usually used such an enduro (in Germany we're not allowed to put on other tires than Tourance or Sirac)

mods done:
givi rear rack
powerbronze rear hugger
turbulance stopper

mods want;
bigger screen
have the balls to wheelie
decide on a tank bag

I have TKC80, and the dealer put them on for me in Frankfurt.

Voted for tyres but...

Mods complete:

1. KTM Handguards - Excellent
2. NickW909 Turbulance Stopper - Works a treat cheers Nick
3. Oxford Heated Grips - Simply brilliant
4. Slightly chopped tail - Kept a legal plate, looks good

Mods want:

1. Tyres - Not exactly a mod but I want smooth, grippy, quiet running and look good
2. Centre Stand - Uncool but fantastic for maintenance and parking
3. GPS - Take the strain out of long distance riding

Tony, look at the Bridgestone Battlewings. Road biased and very good on road.

Mods wanted but not available:
Stainless steel exhaust tubing (i hate rusty exhausts)

Mods ordered:
TT blue Handguards and yellow Spoilers
TT 12v socket

Already got:
TT bag for luggage rack
TT Makrolon light protector
SW Trax cases black (quicklock system)
SW crash bars
SW luggage rack
SW center stand
Osco chain oiler
Garmin Zumo 500 (with maps of NL, FR, L, DE, A, CH maybe another one)
Spyball alarm system

Wishlist:
TT Bashplate
TT Frame guard
TT Fog lights (to be ordered next month)
TT Windscreen spoiler (maybe next month, first a tryout)
TT pivotpegz
TT led flashers
Oxford Hotgrips (will buy them 8th of november)
OTR axle covers
SW trax topcase
Steerraisers
Tools (i only got the tools provided + a tubeless tire repair kit, have to get tube kit)
Maybe a tankbag or extra bags on top of the cases, haven't tested how many room i got left in the trax cases.

Some power extra's, but i'm not sure whats the best thing to do.
I would really like to get some reviews.

I want ... I want ... I want ...

We are like children in a toy shop. I am as bad I confess but I would need a bankers bonus to complete any one of my wish lists.

Maybe we should show our wives/partners/family this thread in time for Christmas (Royal Mail permitting).:nod:

Hello Ray

Did you manage to source any tie down loops as Ive been looking for ages but with no luck.

http://dallastx.smugmug.com/Motorcyc...3_FUP69-XL.jpgDecember �09: 28.000km's done so far(from june 13th '08);

Mods done:
-Hepco&Becker pannier frame(Lock-it) and alu standard panniers;
-Kedo RR10 oiltemperature gauge;
-Leovince SBK exhaust system;
-Hyperpro springs front&back(progressive and stronger);
-Touratech: handguards&spoilers, small luggage rack&enduro tailbag, 12v socket, sidestand enlargener, tankbag, wider and ribbed footpegs&adapters;
-Off-the-road waterpump protection;
-heavy duty tubes(Heidenau) and tubevalve protectors;
-Yamaha centrestand, alu bashplate and headlight protection, breather replaced under warranty;
-W�nderlich 12v airpump;
-30mm handlebar risers by MDI.

Mods to come:
-customized seat by www.rayz.nl ;
-ironbraided brakelines;
-foam airfilter(Unifilter, like the one in the Aussie Tenere's).

I'll stick to the Metzeler Tourance's, because I ride mostly onroad and occasionally offroad and of their high mileage(done 18.000km's with the first set!).

That's all and oh yeah.... a very big smile from ear to ear!!!
Greetz, Hans.

I did and i got some frame protectors :D
http://www.touratech.com/shops/011/i...325-0_I_01.JPG

A bit surprised, no-ones been in this section for a fair while!
When I bought my 4 yr old Z it had an LED light & a gen' topbox. I organised in the deal, a set of used gen' alloy panniers from the dealer principal but had to pay extra for the brackets (was a bit dirty on that).
Next was a gen' centre stand.
Reman'd the LED bracket after gaffer taping it up to get home one time.
Repositioned the numberplate & rotated the light upwards.
Had a Power commander fitted, (older version) had been sitting in the shop for a couple of years, (it turned up too late to fit on the dealer principals' bike, before he went on a "round Australia trip".) Makes a big difference
Snorkel removed & air cleaner serviced :icon_frown: should have done that sooner :018:
Gen' alloy bash plate, (old stock again but Xmas present from eldest son who works for the shop albeit across the road selling KTM)
Seat reshape, had that done in the first few months. I'm 6'3'' so the low seat needed a lift.
Single exhaust, 2012 YZ450 muffler, home made baffle (cut some 6mm perforated sheet into a disc & fitted inside the end) Custom cut & bent pipe from local exhaust specialist.

Mods to do yet- throttle control mod, engine guards & a second set of wheels to keep a set of 80/20 tyres, Taller screen
Enjoying the Z, love the look of it too.

My mods list is very short when compared with other members' efforts!

Kev O2 mod
Adventure spec bashplate assembly
Touratech carrier
Yamaha 'lever protectors'
Unifilter (supposed to have been fitted at the dealer but wasn't)
Ohlins shock (best mod ever for this bike imo)
Spaced-up cush drive
KTM chain guide (second-best mod ever for this bike imo)
Yamaha panniers and racks (redundant unless I can find another r/h pannier)
Centrestand

I'd like to fit:

Heated grips
Better (ie flatter) seat
Barkbuster Storm hand guards