Super Tenere 1200

**Gremlin** · 13th September 2010, 23:59

Originally Posted by warewolf

Why on earth would you want to, or care about, flat-footing it while it's on the stand???

Only an observation of size... at 6 foot plus, its not very often you find a bike large

You normally complain there isn't enough space, cramped etc.

Originally Posted by warewolf

You don't need a bike like that for those rides, just want. I've done several GC's on the 640A.

True, to a degree. I have found however, my KTM doesn't seem to be able to handle what I ask of it (which I didn't think was a very tall ask at all). Due to my own restrictions on working with dealers and brands, my options are limited (but my own doing).

Originally Posted by warewolf

And we know how many bumpy (sealed) roads there are in this fine land, eh?!

Uh... are there any other types of sealed roads (other than a track of course)? I wouldn't knock long travel suspension tho, its blooming marvellous in this country

**Devil** · 14th September 2010, 10:03

Originally Posted by Gremlin

True, to a degree. I have found however, my KTM doesn't seem to be able to handle what I ask of it (which I didn't think was a very tall ask at all). Due to my own restrictions on working with dealers and brands, my options are limited (but my own doing).

I think you should try a standard late model 1200GS. Not the adventure.

**Gremlin** · 14th September 2010, 12:52

Originally Posted by Devil

I think you should try a standard late model 1200GS. Not the adventure.

Except the GSA has a decent alternator and fuel tank. Any thing else I'm missing?

**george formby** · 14th September 2010, 13:46

Found this on another forum...

http://www.wilddog.za.net/forum/index.php?topic=50530.0

Interesting reading, love the average cruising speed

**Devil** · 14th September 2010, 14:13

Originally Posted by Gremlin

Except the GSA has a decent alternator and fuel tank. Any thing else I'm missing?

Standard GS has same alternator (and output) as far as i'm aware. The main difference is fuel tank, different wheels (mags, not spoked), no crash bars n stuff. Does end up being 20-25kg lighter full of gas.

**Devil** · 14th September 2010, 14:29

Go here: http://experiencebmw.co.nz/?id=117
Select the R1200GS, then technical specs. It'll show you the differences between the two GS's.

**Big Dave** · 14th September 2010, 14:34

Porker porker porker blah blah blah.

All of them are fit for purpose.

If you are as skilled as someone like Stretch they will do the challenge loops on the CCA.

For us mere mortals - they will happily do the non-challenge bits and be a very nice touring bike to ride there - with a passenger. They'll also do quite handily keeping up with dedicated touring bikes in pace and comfort.

If you are big enough and experienced enough to be comfortable on the size bike.

But then all of them I've tested are good. I'd even do the CCA on a Varadero. I wouldn't ride it up the river.

My current favourite is the 4V GS, but I wouldn't say no to a Tenere at all. Fits me very tidily.

I've also ridden several ADV Katooms and didn't like them as much. Better for riding up that river no doubt but I could only describe them as 'harsh' machines. I don't want to race.

My opinion on the best 'compromise' of all of them is a KLR650.

**JATZ** · 14th September 2010, 17:37

Originally Posted by Big Dave

My opinion on the best 'compromise' of all of them is a KLR650.

Burn him !

**_Shrek_** · 14th September 2010, 18:04

Originally Posted by Big Dave

My opinion on the best 'compromise' of all of them is a KLR650.

did you hit your head the last time you fell off

**Big Dave** · 14th September 2010, 18:18

Originally Posted by _Shrek_

did you hit your head the last time you fell off

It's nice on and off road, comfortable enough to tour on and suits my riding style for plonking along single track.

Money no object - New BMW with all the fruit thanks. Tenere just as appreciated.

Something that I'm not going to cry tears of blood for throwing it in a ditch - that I can afford - and can ride up the mythical river - KLR gets the nod over the DR because I find it more comfortable and can sort-of carry the co-pilot on it.

**_Shrek_** · 14th September 2010, 18:25

Originally Posted by Big Dave

It's nice on and off road, comfortable enough to tour on and suits my riding style for plonking along single track.

have

one back from the coast did a swap found it a very easy bike to ride

I was on a 900 scrambler & me mate thought the same as I did not as good on the seal as the KLR
I should have said PT on my last post

**Big Dave** · 14th September 2010, 18:48

Originally Posted by _Shrek_

have

one back from the coast did a swap found it a very easy bike to ride

I was on a 900 scrambler & me mate thought the same as I did not as good on the seal as the KLR
I should have said PT on my last post

But that's another one I'd really like too - I've spanked on about how much I like the Scrambler.

It depends on use.
The thread on ADV has over a million views. Lucky it was one of my best bits!

I just see the KLR as the 'middle ground' in most departments.

>>I should have said PT on my last post<<

Me? stir the pot? neva!

**Crim** · 14th September 2010, 19:08

Originally Posted by Big Dave

My opinion on the best 'compromise' of all of them is a KLR650.

Big Dave for President

**Padmei** · 14th September 2010, 19:44

Lets get back to the Ten.
I'd love to ride one (or a big GS/A) from one end to the other.Looks velly velly comfortable. Potential silly question - Do they have fuel guages?