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Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere
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Pete and BarbSouth East Queensland, QLD
Most versatile Aussie tourer
Yamaha Super Tenere XT1200Z - a proven long-distance touring motorcycle for Australian conditions. Most of our trips are with two-up (rider/pillion) & hard luggage, covering 80% asphalt country roads and 20% dirt backroads.
I appreciate these features - understressed 1200cc engine; Japanese build-quality; shaft drive dependability; pillion passenger comfort; easy-to-use pannier system with factory-supplied inner bags for panniers/top box; ABS/linked brakes; maintenance-focussed centre stand; owner-friendly service of oil/filter/liquids; quiet e...Read more
Purchased for $11,000.00.
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johnwilliamSydney, NSW
- 4 reviews
- 1 like
Why Did I wait so Long......?
Looking to Replace my beautiful Black 1400GTR missile, with more Adventure focused bike with long range retirement plans afoot and co-padres already purchasing GS Adventures etc .
After the GTR my wishes for the replacement were simple, a good tourer but with off road capabilities (not Enduro or MX capabilities) plus Cruise control and heated grips, for the long hauls (have arthritic hands).
I Test Rode at different times BMW GS (Mates GSA), KTM 1290 Adventure R, Honda Africa Twin, Triumph Tiger/Adventure 1200, Suzuki V Strom 1000 and the Y...Read more
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AndySydney
- 2 reviews
- 3 likes
Advice
REMEMBER:
If you decide to buy a BMW R1200GS instead of the Super Tenere and go off road, you WILL at some point drop the bike.
The BMW will land on the Cylinder and more than likely cause enough engine damage to disable the bike. The engine guard does little to protect against this and there are online reviews where the testers have split open valve covers even with the engine guards fitted. The weight is simply to much the guard
Don’t risk it.
You’ll be left stranded in the middle of nowhere.
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raybiesSydney
- 12 reviews
Best bike I have ever owned and I've own a lot.
I love this bike like a family member. It has been 100% reliable everyday for the past 7 years!
It's super stable and handles like an extension of my body.
It's has a presence which commands respect from other road users.
It's comfortable and the controls feel great.
It's super easy to maintain and has had 0 things wrong with it.
It's big and heavy, but like an obese ballerina (youtube it).
It's thirsty and not much of a head turner.
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gas
- 3 reviews
- 2 likes
I'm surprised
I’ve just sold my GS and did 40,000k on it - only to go out and buy the new BM GS Adventure, because I love these bikes, – until I test rode the Trumpy and the Super Tenere . Went off the Trumpy early, as the weight of the thing put me off.
I'm only interested in the bigger adventure bikes as they offer more load carrying capacity, and comfort over long distance. ie Sydney to Cameron Corner and the like.
To my surprise I think the Super Tenere is the better bike for what I do. Am privileged to have been able to spend a day riding the 201...Read more
6 BM and a 2015 Super Ten on the same roads and tracks. The following is my criteria, as to why I will likely buy the Super Ten over the GS. It might be a mistake - and I may go back to the BM - but that's another 40,000 k away. Most of my analysis is based on whats best on dirt roads and single track, because for me, the adventure really starts when you hit the dirt. 1) Dirt roads and some single track – I could predict the Super Ten's handling better, and therefore rode faster with more confidence. Its really an obvious difference to a dirt rider to me! Was the suspension better on the Super Ten? - maybe only just. Maybe its Yamaha’s unprecedented reputation with dirt bike design coming through. The Super Ten just feels more "dirt" then the BM to me. Mad Mick the guy I rode with, also agreed. Only negative could be slightly less ground clearance on the Super 10?Similar opinion? Write a review on ieatwords.com.au!
andydownunder
- 20 reviews
- 1 like
Go anywhere bike
Sure it's heavy but feels like an XR650 weight when riding ( until youhave to pick it up) Tons of power, smooth gear box and a fuel tank that gets you there. 400k on road easy. Seat/handle bar/footpeg postion great for allday riding and the pillion seat is ok too with ample room for rider/pillion or load it up with "stuff" and do a lap of your favorite country. I love this bike. Still have an FJR but the XT1200z off road ability opens up a whole new bunch of roads.
Traction control is great on 2nd setting, fuel economy, comfort, power. Awesome ...Read more
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Get the ECU unleashed.. The power restrictions in 1st to 4th can be over ridden.. This bie is the real deal.. Been a lot of places since my 1st review. It's very crashable.. Yamaha have thought abou... Read more
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I use to own a Harley but now I have rediscovered motorcycling
I luv the all round capabilities of this bike, it's very forgiving and does inspire confidence. I am not an aggressive rider I am in my 60s but I find my old riding technics coming back with this bike and I think it has a lot to do with the under lying technology built into this bike. Great work yamaha..
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agreed. I take all day to ride to a close rally now.. theres a lot of roads in my own back yard I never knew about.. no need to travel too far
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Questions & Answers
Alan D.asked
when i drive fast and go through the gears the tcs light goes on, why?
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Big Gazasked
I just bought a 2010 1200 Tenere. Is there any ECU upgrades for this bike. I believe it needs a throttle smoothing out rewriting job?
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Simple answer is Yes.. I read in an Bike magazine recently in a docs surgery, the test rider commented that there is a Upgrade for the Tenere which provides better mapping some hidden HP, it was not cheap around $400-500 odd.
I have the latest model Super Tenere and Yeah noticed it on the first real run to Phillip Island 2018, when in Sport Mode the throttle response is touchy, especially in stop start traffic in the suburbs.
Mine is still early days of Warranty so cannot play with the ECU stuff yet, but intend to get the extra HP once outside the factory warranty.
Best place in the mean time to get info on Australian source is the SuperTenere Forums on line. There are a couple just google SuperTenere forum and log in ECU upgrade it will have numerous replies on the subject.
m!ss!ngu2asked
G'day, am looking to put crash bars and a bash plate on my just purchased 2011 xt1200z supertenere. Would be grateful for some advice as to which brand works best and is good value for money. Thanks
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Hello, yes I am very happy with the altrider crash bar that I fitted to my bike. I liked the look and contour line of the bar to the bike.
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