I'm the man that is currently assembling part of this motorcycle's engine in Yamaha's Iwata plant in Japan. Awesome to see people talking about it! Makes me proud!
You guys are building great bikes. Yamaha is ranked as the most reliable motorcycle brand on the planet, with the other three Japanese brands close behind.
So you’ll be glad to know that I’m going on my second supertenere 1200. My all time favorite motorcycle in more then 32 y of riding and dozens of bikes. Thank you. You are contributing to my (and many others) happiness. Truly! I’ve done thousands of kms with no issue whatsoever. PS: Update in 2024….im on my third SuperTenere!
After searching long and hard for my next adventure bike, Ryan sells me on the Super Tenere. It checked all my boxes and after riding my new 2019 S-10 I'm in love. Thanks Ryan!
Great Review I just returned from a solo 8,500 km trip to Tuktoyaktuk, Alaska , NWT and Yukon in 14 days. I rode a 2017 Yamaha Super Tenere. Changed the tires to Midas E07 Dakkar 50/50 tires. I drove about 2,300 km gravel. Dempster Highway to Tuk, Top of the World Highway to Tok Alaska and the Old Denali highway all gravel. The Super Tenere was very comfortable, reliable , handled well on the gravel roads. I was lucky to have awesome weather and met many other motorcycle riders. It really does not matter what you ride it matters that you ride.
Best Canadian ever!!! I love your channel! And your sense of humor! Please keep the videos coming forever. I’m old and broken so I can’t ride much anymore but I enjoy my motorcycling vicariously through guys like you. Thanks for that!
This is the best informed channel about mororcycles, by far. I have other TH-camrs I regularly watch, but this is something altogether different. Ryan, to me, is the Chris Harris of motorcycle reviews.
I just started my ninja 250 on full choke got a notification from ryan and shut it off for this video... I might have flooded the carbs but its *WORTH IT!!!*
I've been riding a 2015 Super T for almost 3yrs. While I can agree with some of your points, I still really enjoy the bike. I've had zero issues with the bike she's been rock solid. Soooo many people complain about sport mode and city driving. I use it every single day and I split. Just like the corning it just takes time to get used too. And yes, the balance on this thing is AMAZING lol. I can come to a full stop and hold it for a second or two. When when I'm completely stopped at a light I'll bring up my feet and just balance it just for fun lol The Super T is a great all around bike. Might not do one task perfectly, but it does all the tasks well.
I leave mine in sport mode as well and zero issues with jerky throttle. On the other hand I had a 2014 HD Low Rider that was so jerky around town it would drive you to drinking.
The jerky feeling of sport mode goes away with a little added clutch finesse. I hated how that mode felt in town at first but quickly learned to smooth it out. I never put it in Touring mode, too much engine brake and just feels dead. One of these days I plan to put a full exhaust on and a reflash.
@@lackingpoint Get the reflash and just add the Arrow headers to delete the cat. No more jerky throttle and loads of power. Only add an aftermarket muffler if you want more noise, powerwise the headers are what matter.
Just got around to watching this one. Very cleverly put together to link the dialogue between clips during the main review and then to do it again for the summary at the end. A joy to watch as always. Thanks!
Sold my cruiser and bought a Tenere. It's just as fun on the pavement and you can still explore the dirt with it. I won't not have an adventure bike of some sort.
I don't own a Super Teneré, but an older XT660, and loves it. I will never buy a road bike or anything else. Once you go Dual Sport or Adv, you won't look back. That is a guarantee
Great review...i own a gen1 (love it) & i agree with everything you say about the bike. I had the ecu reflashed with arrow headers & muffler which has made a great bike even greater...definitely not boring. Give me reliability rather than 160hp on an adventure bike any day. Great allrounder bikes👍
Another great video. FortNine is the go-to channel for me when I want to get an actual honest review, and this video helped me decide on the S10 from my short-list of ADV candidates.
Currently have a 2019 Africa Twin standard, and looking at a leftover 2021 Super Tenere 1200...love the ES, its a magic carpet. It just needs a slip-on to let you know you're on a motorcycle :)
This is an "Honest to God" great review of the bike! Thank you, this is the first time I have seen your videos and I loved it! I really enjoyed your funny feedback. You explained the review just like the average Joe would want it explained. Fantastic job my friend!! Thank you from all the Bikers from Auckland, New Zealand (Noo Zeelund to you Americans!! :-) )
I think I saw you yesterday!! I passed by on my Honda Rebel 500, it felt like seeing a celebrity! Im Fortnine's biggest fan!! Hopefully I will meet you guys on the road again.
Got one and love it, 2016 Anniversary Yellow. Loved these ever since the first ones were made, way back when. Have wanted a S10 ever since then. So last year when I turned 50 could have bought any of the big Adv bikes but chose this one. And yes I have had to pick it up, no problem. Great bike, yes business like, but on a long adv ride that's what I want. Dependable is what this bike is.
Another amazing review. Didn’t consider a “SuperTen” before now, but since they may be dropping in price like duck before a 12 gauge... thanks again Ryan.
Enjoyed the video. The Super Tenere was designed to be the means to the end. The trusty steed that will take you across endless miles to all the places you have dreamed about.
I have 14 S10 that has 48,000 miles and all I have done is maintain it MYSELF for far less then cost of a BMW. Not one issue. Boring ain't so bad. The last 2 years my trips have been messed up but a BMW with fried final drive and KTM with a fried brain. This summer I my big trip will be solo.
Reminds me of trying a Subaru WRX 20 years ago when I had a Honda Prelude with the special handling package that had early cornering assist and a 2 position cam. The Prelude would kick you around the corner, and kick you when the high rev cam kicked in. The Subaru was faster, but with 4 wheel drive and a broad torque curve, there wasn't any kicking. I stuck with the Prelude, but I think off road there's enough drama from the non-road. You really want a boring car - or bike. Especially if you have a long way to go..
Boring bikes takes you to exciting places and back. Reliably. As far as personality is concerned, I don't need my bike to have one. I got plenty of that. And, because of these reasons, I own this gentle giant!
Fantastisc bike. Really good review. Had a 1993 850 TDM. I sold it couple years ago horrified by insurance rates. I would keep it. The safest/comfortable and most reliable motorcycle I never had. I cryed a lot... I know they worked on 700 super tenere right now. Really interested for lighter weight.
I find the argument at 4:13 weird actually. If the bike has a low COG it would tend to reduce the lean angle, so Ryan would find a bike that fights against lean and favours going straight out of the corner. He would have to apply more force to initiate the lean and not to end it. Maybe he refers to the Super 10 having a low COG compared to other ADVs but not in general.
In my opinion thats how yamaha works... they may weigh a few kg more and they may have 2hp less but they have awesome features, smooth engines, perfect technic and last a lifetime
Hello Ryan. Just saw your hello to Tristan. A note here to say I liked this video. I own and ride a ‘17 Super Tenere. Really like it. I own 16 other motorcycles, one of which is a Motus MST-R. Would love to hear your comments on that.
This will my additional bike. I own a Yamaha Stratoliner. Just start and ride. Gas, oil changes and tires. There was that one rusted wire, but I do ride on salted roads in the winter.
I rode the first gen for a while. It is a great bike. Much more reliable than others. All those 1200 cc softroaders are heavy. Just buy it especially if u get a good deal
Perfect review - as always. And the Super Tenere - it is really easy to ride motorcycle. It was first bike I rode "officialy" after receiving driving license. With literally no experience - I was able to ride it flawlessly on roundabouts and with 110mph on highway (yes, 110mph, with high windshield it was pure pleasure). I ride a "small" Tenere (XT660Z with ABS, not available in North America), and I am still dreaming about the Super Tenere :) I've tested the tenere 700 - doesn't suit me as the 660 or 1200 are :) One day I will own a S10 ;)
I got the opportunity to ride one last week. Oh my God how great and agile it is on off road. I would prefer it over a GS every Sunday morning.... On off road only.
Awesome review, specially the part of the swing arm and the rhythm of the engine, awesome way of explaining. Now, you said it was a copy of the BMW GS, awesome to have a review of that one to compare. Thanks.
I have a bunch of vintage bikes that are not boring and the SuperT that maybe boring and effortless.......! ..Ah! .. And there was the point of it all . It's so easy. I am now selling off my vintage collection because I am tired of not boring, and the cash I have to keep throwing into the machines that need all that love and care.... Love my Super T.
This is the bike that convinced me to get a Tiger 1200 XRX, the clutch was trash on the test bike and for whatever reason when you used the clutch the bike forgot what gear you were in. other then that deal killer I loved the bike. for what it is.
I think this is the 10th time i view this clip. Holly cow, if this is not just great! And yes, if you go in the direction of ecu reflash, for 350 euro, you wil get +20hp,and better, usable riding modes. There are some examples online, with hp tests, before and after modding. You can also add a sport air filter and a more breathable can, and you can get a total of about 25 hp. I test rode it, and i think i will get it. Please, fortnine, test the es vsrsion as well, the one with electronically adjustable suspension. Preeety pleaaase😁😁😁
Using this bike every day since 2016 - 60000 miles on the clock. Problem I had with this bike is .. blown headlight bulb, that is it. I believe it speak for itself.
Well I suppose you're the man to ask, do you commute on this bike and is there anything you would change or add to it for long distance touring. Thinking about getting one of these since I heard about the recent Cannonball record.
@@henkondemand mine is a 2017 model. If I’m being nice to mine I can get between 52-55. I average 43-45 with mostly curvy backroads and some interstate riding.
I thought so too. The whole time he was building to that punch line. And the way they brought you to it was genius. Because when you're riding in an endurance race, the last thing you want to do is fight your bike the whole time.
Indeed, great review as always. And I totally agree with your review. Capable, no personality, and heavy. But the real reason I sold my GS and the KTM and bought a Tenere: I got tired of bikes with personality. Personality was expensive, frequent maintenance. Expensive parts. Complicated engineering that while great when new, ending up being way too much personality (and money) miles down the road. I found a used Tenere with 14k miles on it for a quarter the cost of a new GS. And I have done everything I could to break it, even ran from Atlanta to Virginia and back to Atlanta with no lube in the diff. Bone dry. Pull the drain and not a single drop came out. Did the Tenere care? I put oil in and proceeded to ride many more miles with no issues. And I mean no issues. Gas, oil, and tires. At the advice of a BMW mechanic (who also rides a Tenere) I totally skipped the valve adjustments after the first one. Checked the valves again at 144k miles and they're still in spec. If that's a lack of personality I'm kinda digging it. I've still got my old GSXR hot rod, and even an old Harley drag bike converted for street use that makes 145hp, so I still have bikes with personality. They're fun, but when I really want to ride somewhere, I take the Super Ten. And hey, I'm nearly 60, built a lot like you (maybe an inch or two shorter) and I can still pick up the Super Ten. Although if I have to do it a lot on a hot day, it does tend to get old pretty fast. I just try not to drop it or ride with several younger guys that can help me pick it up.
"They're fun, but when I really want to ride somewhere, I take the Super Ten." Couldn't have said better. When want to go somewhere, I take S10 too, :-)
how much body damage you do when you dropped it? Also, my view is that groundclearance is like not enough. One of the motorcycle mags split the cases just getting onto the trail from the pavement!, drop of just a few inches from asphalt to trail smacked the bottom..HARD. killed the test with the crank oil all over the dirt....Seer
@@seeratlasdtyria4584 i think the super tenere is not really made for offroading. its more made to be comfortable on bad roads. this is a travel bike, not a dual sport for exploring trails
I was in the market for a Ténéré, and one of the reasons for my decision to buy one was this review. I really like this review style - honest, with good technical background (haven't seen the explanation for the location of the radiator / fan or the long swing arm anywhere else). A couple of weeks into owning it, all I can say is : I love my booooring oil tanker, and all the effortless travel miles it has given me so far. :-) Great motorcycle journalism! If you guys were across the Atlantic over here in Europe, you'd probably be my trustful go-to motorcycle retailer. Keep up the great work!
Easy and boing. I've been off a bike a long time, looking to get back in it, I'm thinking this is just the bike lol. Weight though, lay it down weight bad thing.....
I saw the same XT1200Z that I traded in 3yrs ago for sale, with about 30,000KM on the clock, at the same Honda dealer I sold it to. He was selling it at a decent price point. There are many things to like about that bike, but whatever I get next needs to have an easier clutch pull and most likely cruise control. I'm getting pickier with age, when I thought I would become less so.
@@keithquinn5624 They showed why it's a good bike for covering miles, on dirt or pavement, when you don't want to have to worry about your bike. It will continue to run until the sun burns out. I don't know how you come away from this review with the impression that F9 doesn't, at the very least, respect the bike. Listen to the last minute of this video again and tell me it sounds like it's not a recommendation if ease of use is your focus.
No-question, hands-down, stop-looking, 100% the BEST motorcycle channel on YT! Good vid, great edits, fantastic explanations, understandable science. Just.Effin.Solid!!
I just picked up a 2019 Super Ténéré from the dealer, and this review plus the comments are to blame for it. I love this bike, it is exactly what I wanted.
Strained back muscle and hernia picking it up? Boring? Crushed foot? Boring? ....Boring if it ain't me I recon ...nursing those? Might have some upside if you like prescriptions for Vicodin ...I'll pass
Mid 3 seconds 0-100kmph with a bad factory tune and electronically limited acceleration in the first three gears is boring? Going on any road surface you please while hauling all the gear you can imagine is boring? You spoilt little turd.
Okay, listen FortNine, I'm subscribed to You, MC Magazine, and Revzilla. While other two are producing just interesting videos to watch, notification from your channel... is something to be excited about. Excited is the word. Everything, from camera work and editing to Ryan's voice is enjoyable. You make some amazing, genuine, meaningful, informative reviews. You make it not only entertaining, but educational.
I own an '14 Super T and concur with the review, finding it dead on and unflinchingly honest, and quite hilarious, actually. Adding a slip on exhaust, Arrow headers and an ECU flash wakes it up quite a bit, but the Super T is no KTM. That is OK, as a KTM, cool as they are, is not "easy" like the Super T either. The review does not mention (or maybe I missed it) that the bike has cruise, which is a major plus in the easy column. My '14 was "easy" to buy used at a great price (8K, with 8.5K miles on it) too. Add a slip on and some after market bags (most if not all are far better than the crap factory jobs) , set the cruise on the highway at 4,200 RPM, enjoy an incredibly stable feeling bike that sounds a lot like a through the hull exhaust V8 powered boat cruising across the lake, just kick it and watch the world roll by for a hellvua long time thanks to the 6.1 gallon tank. The Super T is a nice relaxing way to see the country. I have another street bike that is fast. Funny thing is, unless I am going for a quick rip, I ride the Super T more. Maybe at age 57, I am finally growing up a little - haha!!
I’d love that combo. I have an fjr that I sold my VFR1200x to get. I’m considering both the concours, and the super 10. How do you like them so far? How’s owning a Connie on everyday rides?
Hello, Great review I completely agree ! Also own a ST12 and I've always been wondering if the ECU flash was really worth the value ... Would it be possible to benefit from your feedback regarding this upgrade ? Thank you in advance, LD
Most important quality in a bike that I will ride far from home... Reliability. Second most important quality... Reliability. Third most important quality... Reliability. Yamaha for the win. Seriously, I just bought a 2015 model and I love it. Roomy, comfortable, plenty of power (says the guy with 4 Yamaha FJ1200's.) It's quiet and everything works very well. If you read the Owner's Manual, the switches are easy to use and navigate. The low center of gravity makes slow-speed maneuvers easy. Yes, the engine is "boring" and I love it. The last thing I want in a long-distance bike is an engine that is exciting; I'll leave that to my WR400. Just give me an engine that boringly gets me to my destination and back home. It's slow? How fast do you want to go? The Tenere will easily cruise at 100 mph all day long; fast enough for a speeding ticket anywhere. In Sport mode it pulls like a locomotive. Do you really need a big adventure bike that will do 150 mph? That road ain't a racetrack, Bub. Relax and enjoy the scenery. Anybody want to buy a lightly-used, pristine V-Strom 650? I don't need it anymore. Disclaimer: I'm 64, been riding since I was 15. Been there, done that. Been around the block a few times... Bill
Now they bring T7..game changer.. No doubt the S10 is excellent bike bcoz its Yamaha,We like the brand .,you didn't done wrong..,but like been said ;it need refresh..
I'm trying to figure out a good adv fit for me. A pretty much one bike fits all. Commute, touring, dirt and rough stuff. I'm a motonoob and currently ride a honda shadow 750. Any advice oh experienced one?
I'm the man that is currently assembling part of this motorcycle's engine in Yamaha's Iwata plant in Japan. Awesome to see people talking about it! Makes me proud!
You guys are building great bikes. Yamaha is ranked as the most reliable motorcycle brand on the planet, with the other three Japanese brands close behind.
Keep building them!
So you’ll be glad to know that I’m going on my second supertenere 1200. My all time favorite motorcycle in more then 32 y of riding and dozens of bikes. Thank you. You are contributing to my (and many others) happiness. Truly! I’ve done thousands of kms with no issue whatsoever. PS: Update in 2024….im on my third SuperTenere!
Thanks fot your great work.. I love my Super Tenere !!
My next bike hopefully!
Finally, a motorcycle review!
After searching long and hard for my next adventure bike, Ryan sells me on the Super Tenere. It checked all my boxes and after riding my new 2019 S-10 I'm in love. Thanks Ryan!
Great Review I just returned from a solo 8,500 km trip to Tuktoyaktuk, Alaska , NWT and Yukon in 14 days. I rode a 2017 Yamaha Super Tenere. Changed the tires to Midas E07 Dakkar 50/50 tires. I drove about 2,300 km gravel. Dempster Highway to Tuk, Top of the World Highway to Tok Alaska and the Old Denali highway all gravel. The Super Tenere was very comfortable, reliable , handled well on the gravel roads. I was lucky to have awesome weather and met many other motorcycle riders. It really does not matter what you ride it matters that you ride.
Best Canadian ever!!!
I love your channel! And your sense of humor! Please keep the videos coming forever.
I’m old and broken so I can’t ride much anymore but I enjoy my motorcycling vicariously through guys like you. Thanks for that!
"I enjoy my motorcycling vicariously through guys like you."
Same here.
This is the best informed channel about mororcycles, by far. I have other TH-camrs I regularly watch, but this is something altogether different. Ryan, to me, is the Chris Harris of motorcycle reviews.
I just started my ninja 250 on full choke got a notification from ryan and shut it off for this video... I might have flooded the carbs but its *WORTH IT!!!*
*I might HAVE flooded...
I know I know, english is not everyone's first language (including myself).
thegreywizard06 lol grammar mistake, thanks I will fix it.
I've been riding a 2015 Super T for almost 3yrs. While I can agree with some of your points, I still really enjoy the bike. I've had zero issues with the bike she's been rock solid. Soooo many people complain about sport mode and city driving. I use it every single day and I split. Just like the corning it just takes time to get used too.
And yes, the balance on this thing is AMAZING lol. I can come to a full stop and hold it for a second or two. When when I'm completely stopped at a light I'll bring up my feet and just balance it just for fun lol
The Super T is a great all around bike. Might not do one task perfectly, but it does all the tasks well.
I leave mine in sport mode as well and zero issues with jerky throttle. On the other hand I had a 2014 HD Low Rider that was so jerky around town it would drive you to drinking.
The jerky feeling of sport mode goes away with a little added clutch finesse. I hated how that mode felt in town at first but quickly learned to smooth it out. I never put it in Touring mode, too much engine brake and just feels dead. One of these days I plan to put a full exhaust on and a reflash.
@@lackingpoint its so much fun with a reflash and full exhaust. I love mine.
@@lackingpoint Get the reflash and just add the Arrow headers to delete the cat. No more jerky throttle and loads of power. Only add an aftermarket muffler if you want more noise, powerwise the headers are what matter.
@@yayoi1 I did. Full Arrow exhaust and a Anthony reflash. Worth it.
The time you must put into these videos to make them this good is very impressive. Keep it up.
Just got around to watching this one. Very cleverly put together to link the dialogue between clips during the main review and then to do it again for the summary at the end. A joy to watch as always. Thanks!
I'm a cruiser by heart but Ryan's videos make me want to explore ADV riding. Love the content. Ride on!
I feel the same way! But I would never sell my beloved 2011Boulevard M50. Maybe as a garage mate for her! Hahaha..!
Sold my cruiser and bought a Tenere. It's just as fun on the pavement and you can still explore the dirt with it. I won't not have an adventure bike of some sort.
Jeff Potts I'm sure it's as flickable as my Harley without doubt.
I don't own a Super Teneré, but an older XT660, and loves it. I will never buy a road bike or anything else. Once you go Dual Sport or Adv, you won't look back. That is a guarantee
Same.... and I don't even have my license :D
Bravo! Been on my Ten for 4 years now. Your points hit the bulls eye.
Approach 90k miles on my 2013 Super Tenere, and you are spot on. Great video and review. Thanks!
still good?
I HAVE FALL IN LOVE WITH SUPER TENERE AND BOUGHT ONE FOR MYSELF!
Great review...i own a gen1 (love it) & i agree with everything you say about the bike.
I had the ecu reflashed with arrow headers & muffler which has made a great bike even greater...definitely not boring.
Give me reliability rather than 160hp on an adventure bike any day.
Great allrounder bikes👍
10-12hp with the exhaust system makes a big difference in "character". Plus, it drops 10 pounds of weight in the process.
4:10 did you just pass an imperial walker?
I cracked up after clicking the timestamp. Thanks.
Best looking,affordable,reliable,and versatile adventure bike.What more could you possibly ask for? Home run Yamaha!👏👏👏
Another great video. FortNine is the go-to channel for me when I want to get an actual honest review, and this video helped me decide on the S10 from my short-list of ADV candidates.
Currently have a 2019 Africa Twin standard, and looking at a leftover 2021 Super Tenere 1200...love the ES, its a magic carpet. It just needs a slip-on to let you know you're on a motorcycle :)
Ah, wish there was a love button! Loved the video! Never stop, never stopping!
Is there any channel delivering such original and creative reviews? This is brilliant.
This is an "Honest to God" great review of the bike! Thank you, this is the first time I have seen your videos and I loved it! I really enjoyed your funny feedback. You explained the review just like the average Joe would want it explained. Fantastic job my friend!! Thank you from all the Bikers from Auckland, New Zealand (Noo Zeelund to you Americans!! :-) )
Thanks to this video, I sold my KLR and drove 3.5 hours with a trailer to buy a Super Tenere without having even seen one in person. No regrets.
Thanks for making justice to the Tenere. Finally.
That's exactly how I felt about it on a test ride. Its a great, easy bike to live with. Excellent video, as always, young man. :-) Keep on.
A beautifully put together story of learning to understand a complex personality… of a motorcycle.
I ride a 2012 Yamaha Super Tenere. I love it. I am proud of it, no regrets.
You stick a NONE Racing twin exhaust on it and it will be even better, if they still make it. I was lucky to get one last year.
I think I saw you yesterday!! I passed by on my Honda Rebel 500, it felt like seeing a celebrity! Im Fortnine's biggest fan!! Hopefully I will meet you guys on the road again.
Got one and love it, 2016 Anniversary Yellow. Loved these ever since the first ones were made, way back when. Have wanted a S10 ever since then. So last year when I turned 50 could have bought any of the big Adv bikes but chose this one. And yes I have had to pick it up, no problem. Great bike, yes business like, but on a long adv ride that's what I want. Dependable is what this bike is.
I trust in this man more than I trust in my own instincts. I've been saying this for a long time: Ryan is THE REVIEWBRAH OF MOTORCYCLES!
Another amazing review. Didn’t consider a “SuperTen” before now, but since they may be dropping in price like duck before a 12 gauge... thanks again Ryan.
I sold mine a couple years ago... have had three bikes since and I've always regretted selling the S10.
Getting another one asap!
By far the best motorcycle reviews on the net.
I just bought a bike like this. I'm feeling super excited!
Enjoyed the video. The Super Tenere was designed to be the means to the end. The trusty steed that will take you across endless miles to all the places you have dreamed about.
Ryan has a great sense of humor. It was a very entertaining view.
"Holy Stephen Harper!"
I'm dead
I so love my Super Tenere, this video made me cry. (I did watch this vid 5 more time before but, first time shedding tears of love.)
What a stellar production, great job Ryan! Subbed
What a treat to have purchased a ST10 and then find this review! Makes me feel smarter than I actually am. 😅😅😅😅
I have 14 S10 that has 48,000 miles and all I have done is maintain it MYSELF for far less then cost of a BMW. Not one issue. Boring ain't so bad. The last 2 years my trips have been messed up but a BMW with fried final drive and KTM with a fried brain. This summer I my big trip will be solo.
Sometimes I just love to watch your videos over and over....
This bike is like the video , easy to watch from start to finish.
Have got a 2016 anniversary model it’s a great bike my wife and I love it 🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿🇳🇿.
Haven't checked in for a while but glad to see you're still putting out such excellent content.
Ryan you need to come do some dirt riding in Squamish or explore more of the upper fraser valley. Lots of amazing scenery to be seen here!
Reminds me of trying a Subaru WRX 20 years ago when I had a Honda Prelude with the special handling package that had early cornering assist and a 2 position cam. The Prelude would kick you around the corner, and kick you when the high rev cam kicked in. The Subaru was faster, but with 4 wheel drive and a broad torque curve, there wasn't any kicking. I stuck with the Prelude, but I think off road there's enough drama from the non-road. You really want a boring car - or bike. Especially if you have a long way to go..
Boring bikes takes you to exciting places and back. Reliably. As far as personality is concerned, I don't need my bike to have one. I got plenty of that. And, because of these reasons, I own this gentle giant!
Another slam dunk, dude. Fantastic editing, too.
Fortnine: Doing Bike reviews like a champ!
I get laugh at some of your videos. But man you are a heck of a rider!! Thank you for a young mans perspective of the Super Tenere.
production values still great years later!
You hit every manufacturers,
I’d like to see a follow up review with the ÉCU remap and higher quality tyres.
Fantastisc bike.
Really good review.
Had a 1993 850 TDM.
I sold it couple years ago horrified by insurance rates.
I would keep it.
The safest/comfortable and most reliable motorcycle I never had.
I cryed a lot...
I know they worked on 700 super tenere right now.
Really interested for lighter weight.
I find the argument at 4:13 weird actually. If the bike has a low COG it would tend to reduce the lean angle, so Ryan would find a bike that fights against lean and favours going straight out of the corner. He would have to apply more force to initiate the lean and not to end it.
Maybe he refers to the Super 10 having a low COG compared to other ADVs but not in general.
Now thats a motocycle review ! no bs just as it is thankyou thankyou thankyou. As always 10 outa 10 vid....
In my opinion thats how yamaha works... they may weigh a few kg more and they may have 2hp less but they have awesome features, smooth engines, perfect technic and last a lifetime
Hello Ryan. Just saw your hello to Tristan.
A note here to say I liked this video. I own and ride a ‘17 Super Tenere. Really like it. I own 16 other motorcycles, one of which is a Motus MST-R. Would love to hear your comments on that.
I watch this vid a fiew times, and i just love it.
Great video. Love the conclusions at the end. Well put together.
Could you say the Super Tenere is like a GS1200 without the useless options?
This will my additional bike. I own a Yamaha Stratoliner. Just start and ride. Gas, oil changes and tires. There was that one rusted wire, but I do ride on salted roads in the winter.
Miss these bike reviews, F9!
I rode the first gen for a while. It is a great bike. Much more reliable than others. All those 1200 cc softroaders are heavy. Just buy it especially if u get a good deal
Wow these videos are getting better, better better better. I love how you bashed the GS and praised the super ten. 😂😂
Perfect review - as always.
And the Super Tenere - it is really easy to ride motorcycle.
It was first bike I rode "officialy" after receiving driving license. With literally no experience - I was able to ride it flawlessly on roundabouts and with 110mph on highway (yes, 110mph, with high windshield it was pure pleasure).
I ride a "small" Tenere (XT660Z with ABS, not available in North America), and I am still dreaming about the Super Tenere :)
I've tested the tenere 700 - doesn't suit me as the 660 or 1200 are :)
One day I will own a S10 ;)
Best video yet! Keep them coming
Brilliant video. Story telling at its best
I got the opportunity to ride one last week. Oh my God how great and agile it is on off road. I would prefer it over a GS every Sunday morning.... On off road only.
Awesome review, specially the part of the swing arm and the rhythm of the engine, awesome way of explaining. Now, you said it was a copy of the BMW GS, awesome to have a review of that one to compare. Thanks.
I have a bunch of vintage bikes that are not boring and the SuperT that maybe boring and effortless.......! ..Ah! .. And there was the point of it all . It's so easy. I am now selling off my vintage collection because I am tired of not boring, and the cash I have to keep throwing into the machines that need all that love and care.... Love my Super T.
The driveshaft is the reason why i picks the Super Tenere over African Twin.
This is the bike that convinced me to get a Tiger 1200 XRX, the clutch was trash on the test bike and for whatever reason when you used the clutch the bike forgot what gear you were in. other then that deal killer I loved the bike. for what it is.
Please get your hands on CB500X. I'm so curious to hear your take on it.
Test rode one a couple years back... felt exactly as you do. Boring, but very comfortable and easy to live with. And I'm cool with that.
We want a KTM 1090 Adventure R Review!
I think this is the 10th time i view this clip. Holly cow, if this is not just great! And yes, if you go in the direction of ecu reflash, for 350 euro, you wil get +20hp,and better, usable riding modes. There are some examples online, with hp tests, before and after modding. You can also add a sport air filter and a more breathable can, and you can get a total of about 25 hp. I test rode it, and i think i will get it. Please, fortnine, test the es vsrsion as well, the one with electronically adjustable suspension. Preeety pleaaase😁😁😁
Really nice video but I still want to see a proper video of yours on the BMW R1200GS
Tremendous presentation style. Thank you for the information.
The gold standard of bike reviews.
Excellent as always.... big beastie alright. 😊
Holy Stephen Harper you are so Canadian!! Awesome!!
I have zero interest in this motorcycle, not my style at all.
But I thoroughly enjoyed the entire video. Ryan, you and your team are fantastic!
Well done.
Yamaha XT 600 Z Ténéré! My first bike!
I have the R
Using this bike every day since 2016 - 60000 miles on the clock. Problem I had with this bike is .. blown headlight bulb, that is it. I believe it speak for itself.
Well I suppose you're the man to ask, do you commute on this bike and is there anything you would change or add to it for long distance touring. Thinking about getting one of these since I heard about the recent Cannonball record.
How is the mileage?
@@henkondemand mine is a 2017 model. If I’m being nice to mine I can get between 52-55. I average 43-45 with mostly curvy backroads and some interstate riding.
@@T_Shane That's pretty good
how tall are you and how much do you weigh? do you find the bike hard to pickup when it is laid down completely flat?
Holy shit that delivery in the end when all the parts from the video suddenly all comes together to form a singular conclusion.
That is AMAZING.
I thought so too. The whole time he was building to that punch line. And the way they brought you to it was genius. Because when you're riding in an endurance race, the last thing you want to do is fight your bike the whole time.
Indeed, great review as always.
And I totally agree with your review. Capable, no personality, and heavy. But the real reason I sold my GS and the KTM and bought a Tenere: I got tired of bikes with personality. Personality was expensive, frequent maintenance. Expensive parts. Complicated engineering that while great when new, ending up being way too much personality (and money) miles down the road. I found a used Tenere with 14k miles on it for a quarter the cost of a new GS. And I have done everything I could to break it, even ran from Atlanta to Virginia and back to Atlanta with no lube in the diff. Bone dry. Pull the drain and not a single drop came out. Did the Tenere care? I put oil in and proceeded to ride many more miles with no issues. And I mean no issues. Gas, oil, and tires. At the advice of a BMW mechanic (who also rides a Tenere) I totally skipped the valve adjustments after the first one. Checked the valves again at 144k miles and they're still in spec.
If that's a lack of personality I'm kinda digging it. I've still got my old GSXR hot rod, and even an old Harley drag bike converted for street use that makes 145hp, so I still have bikes with personality. They're fun, but when I really want to ride somewhere, I take the Super Ten.
And hey, I'm nearly 60, built a lot like you (maybe an inch or two shorter) and I can still pick up the Super Ten. Although if I have to do it a lot on a hot day, it does tend to get old pretty fast. I just try not to drop it or ride with several younger guys that can help me pick it up.
"They're fun, but when I really want to ride somewhere, I take the Super Ten." Couldn't have said better. When want to go somewhere, I take S10 too, :-)
how much body damage you do when you dropped it? Also, my view is that groundclearance is like not enough. One of the motorcycle mags split the cases just getting onto the trail from the pavement!, drop of just a few inches from asphalt to trail smacked the bottom..HARD. killed the test with the crank oil all over the dirt....Seer
You said it bud cheers.
Great comment! But that why a got a AT1000... because you have all this in a bike with carácter and super fun engine!
@@seeratlasdtyria4584 i think the super tenere is not really made for offroading. its more made to be comfortable on bad roads. this is a travel bike, not a dual sport for exploring trails
I was in the market for a Ténéré, and one of the reasons for my decision to buy one was this review. I really like this review style - honest, with good technical background (haven't seen the explanation for the location of the radiator / fan or the long swing arm anywhere else).
A couple of weeks into owning it, all I can say is : I love my booooring oil tanker, and all the effortless travel miles it has given me so far. :-)
Great motorcycle journalism! If you guys were across the Atlantic over here in Europe, you'd probably be my trustful go-to motorcycle retailer. Keep up the great work!
Easy and boing. I've been off a bike a long time, looking to get back in it, I'm thinking this is just the bike lol. Weight though, lay it down weight bad thing.....
how tall are you and how much do you weight? do you find the bike hard to pickup when it is laid down completely flat?
I saw the same XT1200Z that I traded in 3yrs ago for sale, with about 30,000KM on the clock, at the same Honda dealer I sold it to. He was selling it at a decent price point. There are many things to like about that bike, but whatever I get next needs to have an easier clutch pull and most likely cruise control. I'm getting pickier with age, when I thought I would become less so.
Scary how this review made u buy it…lol. This showed why it’s not a good bike, yet u bought one? Lol.
@@keithquinn5624 They showed why it's a good bike for covering miles, on dirt or pavement, when you don't want to have to worry about your bike. It will continue to run until the sun burns out. I don't know how you come away from this review with the impression that F9 doesn't, at the very least, respect the bike. Listen to the last minute of this video again and tell me it sounds like it's not a recommendation if ease of use is your focus.
Since Ryan always gets all the credits ( which he always deserves), I am also pointing out the brilliant editing!
Rushikesh Ware yeah, Steve is awesome.
MOM?
Aneesh for president!
@@cy-one ... Aneesh moved onto another project he wanted to do .... Ryan is working with another cinematographer, and has been since Feb. '21
No-question, hands-down, stop-looking, 100% the BEST motorcycle channel on YT!
Good vid, great edits, fantastic explanations, understandable science.
Just.Effin.Solid!!
I just picked up a 2019 Super Ténéré from the dealer, and this review plus the comments are to blame for it. I love this bike, it is exactly what I wanted.
I got one too. The pictures don't do justice. Gotta see in real time. :)
I am deciding between the T10 2021 and AT 🤦
@@muffenist chain sucks:)
So was I..went with the super t...shaft drive
I like boring. I'm sold. Perfect touring vehicle.
agree
Me too
Strained back muscle and hernia picking it up? Boring? Crushed foot? Boring? ....Boring if it ain't me I recon ...nursing those? Might have some upside if you like prescriptions for Vicodin ...I'll pass
Mid 3 seconds 0-100kmph with a bad factory tune and electronically limited acceleration in the first three gears is boring? Going on any road surface you please while hauling all the gear you can imagine is boring? You spoilt little turd.
I'd rather ride a boring bike, than push an exotic one..!
Okay, listen FortNine,
I'm subscribed to You, MC Magazine, and Revzilla. While other two are producing just interesting videos to watch, notification from your channel... is something to be excited about.
Excited is the word. Everything, from camera work and editing to Ryan's voice is enjoyable. You make some amazing, genuine, meaningful, informative reviews. You make it not only entertaining, but educational.
I own an '14 Super T and concur with the review, finding it dead on and unflinchingly honest, and quite hilarious, actually. Adding a slip on exhaust, Arrow headers and an ECU flash wakes it up quite a bit, but the Super T is no KTM. That is OK, as a KTM, cool as they are, is not "easy" like the Super T either. The review does not mention (or maybe I missed it) that the bike has cruise, which is a major plus in the easy column. My '14 was "easy" to buy used at a great price (8K, with 8.5K miles on it) too.
Add a slip on and some after market bags (most if not all are far better than the crap factory jobs) , set the cruise on the highway at 4,200 RPM, enjoy an incredibly stable feeling bike that sounds a lot like a through the hull exhaust V8 powered boat cruising across the lake, just kick it and watch the world roll by for a hellvua long time thanks to the 6.1 gallon tank. The Super T is a nice relaxing way to see the country.
I have another street bike that is fast. Funny thing is, unless I am going for a quick rip, I ride the Super T more. Maybe at age 57, I am finally growing up a little - haha!!
I’d love that combo. I have an fjr that I sold my VFR1200x to get. I’m considering both the concours, and the super 10. How do you like them so far? How’s owning a Connie on everyday rides?
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Hello,
Great review I completely agree !
Also own a ST12 and I've always been wondering if the ECU flash was really worth the value ...
Would it be possible to benefit from your feedback regarding this upgrade ?
Thank you in advance,
LD
@@ComfyDadShoes i own a fjr 2002 superb bike maybe only the heat main issue but still superb
Most important quality in a bike that I will ride far from home... Reliability.
Second most important quality... Reliability.
Third most important quality... Reliability.
Yamaha for the win.
Seriously, I just bought a 2015 model and I love it. Roomy, comfortable, plenty of power (says the guy with 4 Yamaha FJ1200's.) It's quiet and everything works very well. If you read the Owner's Manual, the switches are easy to use and navigate. The low center of gravity makes slow-speed maneuvers easy. Yes, the engine is "boring" and I love it. The last thing I want in a long-distance bike is an engine that is exciting; I'll leave that to my WR400. Just give me an engine that boringly gets me to my destination and back home.
It's slow? How fast do you want to go? The Tenere will easily cruise at 100 mph all day long; fast enough for a speeding ticket anywhere. In Sport mode it pulls like a locomotive. Do you really need a big adventure bike that will do 150 mph? That road ain't a racetrack, Bub. Relax and enjoy the scenery.
Anybody want to buy a lightly-used, pristine V-Strom 650? I don't need it anymore.
Disclaimer: I'm 64, been riding since I was 15. Been there, done that. Been around the block a few times...
Bill
All said!
well Said!
If you want a lighter weight option go with the 660Z Tenere.
Now they bring T7..game changer..
No doubt the S10 is excellent bike bcoz its Yamaha,We like the brand .,you didn't done wrong..,but like been said ;it need refresh..
I'm trying to figure out a good adv fit for me. A pretty much one bike fits all. Commute, touring, dirt and rough stuff. I'm a motonoob and currently ride a honda shadow 750. Any advice oh experienced one?
Press f to pay respecc to Ryan’s foot
ThorInTheMorning F
Yeah, that looked awful
Francois Deshue sounds like you needed some atgat
I had my KLR fall over on my foot in the woods 9 days ago and today is the first day it wasn't killing me. I feel for Ryan's foot as well. LoL
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these bikes are so good I bought two, not one after the other, I just bought two. one for work and one for Sunday best ;)
Ryan is the only man who can successfully (and thoroughly) roast and praise a motorcycle with seamless effort. This man is a legend.