2012 seems like a long time ago. But for some reason this bike still rides like it's new with 74k miles. Tik Tok / motardsquid Motard Squid on Odysee odysee.com/@Motardsquid
Put 175K mi on my 2012 S10. Picked up a 2014 (Gen 2) w/ 25K mi for $6500. The electronic suspension, cruise control, heated grips, etc. seem well worth it. At 55K mi now getting ready for valve adjust. Gen 2 engines has redesigned pistons and rings for even longer life. S10's shaft drive will never implode like BMWs bc it has the locator arm on the other side. The shaft hub never sees cantilevered loads. Also, BMW puts their flex boot at the final drive hub, where the S10's boot and U-joint is up at the top of the swing arm, more out of the way from road moisture. Engine reliability comes from lower HP/cu. in. compared to the the flashier offerings. Lower first cost, lower maintenance costs, less failures, & the S10 will always get you home. Ask Nick Sanders & Long Haul Paul. Super Teneres are the best long term value.
Well said. I've been riding for over 40 yrs and been on more bikes than I can ever all recall. This machine has been the most remarkable of them all. It just gets the job done without a lot of drama. It's like your favorite well-worn comfy blue jeans or favorite pocketknife you've carried for many years, and you never feel the need to replace it.
Yep. Im actually planning on the same. I have a 12 and now looking for a clean low mile used 2nd gen to purchase. Nothing wrong with my 12, but with prices dropping so low on used now, I figure if I can get a sweet deal on the right gen 2, why not?
Just bought a 2014 S10 standard, with 23k miles for $7k, and I came from a Vstrom 650 and I love everything about this bike, in my open it does everything the Wee does but better and put a grim on your face everytime you roll on the throtle.
I want a second gen. with the cruise control. These bikes have Toyota reliability and low cost of ownership. I love the GS, but wouldn’t own one out of warranty. Anxious to see the rumored Tenere 900
This bike is an amazing package and why I just bought my 2nd Super10. If it sounded better stock (like an Africa Twin) and had they just updated the design to make it slightly more aggressive (not KTM or Kawasaki agressive, just a bit less of a jelly bean), they would have easily sold twice as much. I installed a Storm exhaust on mine and it does sound better, but still not as good as a 1200 twin could sound :)
I bought a 2014 Super 10 with 30k yesterday and rode for a couple hours home from the dealer. Very solid down to the ground. My research has this bike as one of the best out there. VStrom also but not for long road trips in comparison...pegs too high, bars too narrow, wind challenged...Super 10 surpasses except in manuverabilty. Slower for sure but more solid at high speeds on the interstate. I need a bike for just that and scouting access roads into hunting areas. Like you I plan to keep this bike for a good long while.
I love my 2012 Super Tenere, thanks for the video......ridden it along the Trans Labrador Highway and Newfoundland two up! Upgrading the rear to a Penske suspension was a must for two up and the load. I still have my Garmin 276C like in your video. I am looking for the best tank bag setup...any comments would be appreciated. I am also considering Aerostich tank pannier bags.
I upgraded to the 376c from the 276c. Basically the same. Great gps i just hate to have cards and load maps into them on the road. Looking for another gps for cross country. I loved my little tank bag, unfortunately sold it. I have a large one and i hate using large tank bags, something quick to put keys etc is the way to go. Thanks for watching
I bought mine New in 12 and added a Retirement present of a T7 in 20, And this last winter did 5000 on the ST and 2000 on the T7 in the Arizona mountains!! I own 13 Other Yamaha's and My opinion the Super Tenere is one of the Best bikes Yamaha has ever built! Period! GREAT Video!
@@aaron___6014 I bought mine outside Chicago when they had a date you had to go on line and pre registered for wanting one that was in 2020! It came in 3 months later!
Just traded in my 2009 BMW gsa for a Super Tenere 2012 with 45K kilometers Engine is smooth, enough HP, i get a good mpg. Build quality is very nice. Very happy with the trade in and i am going to put a lot of kilometers on the bike. Nice vid! Sub +1
What would you say about stability with crosswinds on highway? Another owner commented it was not as comfortable or stable as his goldwing. Im thinking of replacing my voyager 1700 but still need comfort and protection for 600km highway days
im fine doing 500kms on the super tenere. But it's hard to beat a goldwing for comfort and crosswinds. My st1300 is way more comfortable. But i'd rather ride the super tenere
Nothing is more stable or comfortable than a goldwing. I just rode a 2003 Goldwing 3,700 miles. The trade off is the wing had 5in of ground clearance and 3in suspension travel. I'm selling my goldwing looking for an S10 so I can do gravel roads
Yeah the mic i had was badly connected. I hate that gopro has an audio adapter that makes things much harder. But what i found is that it kept coming out of the adapter just a tad and created the popping.
I sold my s10, but one of the biggest moto regrets i have. That bike was almost perfect for me. And im trying to buy another one, if you find a good deal let me know.
@@motardsquid Sorry mate! The one I’m looking at is $12k so it’s not a screaming deal but it’s very close geographically. I hope you can find another one soon.
I am sick of people who says Super 10 is a underpowered bike . Watching there RPM newer go past mid point:) . Chip it , mod exoust and air box , open up in second you will see ,slow bike :)).
yeah some water got into the connector and i have been struggling ever since with it. Going to order a new one, just thinking of getting a non gopro version
Not sure it it's your mic position or what, but just started the video and it sounds like you have a cold or your nose stuffed with tissues. Get well soon! 🤒
The Super Tenere is a great bike.... But I think it's kind of funny this guy downplays the KTM & BMW bikes as less efficient or less reliable... Which is totally not the case, dude just say you didn't want to spend that kind of money for a bike there's nothing wrong with that.... The Tenere is a really fun bike that can hang with the bugger Brands, at a way cheaper price which is super appealing.... But dont downplay the GS or the KTM because they will out perform this bike all day long.....
Reliability is a big factor when going on longer tours. If you look at statistics, 40% of bmw motorcycle owners experience a major failure and repairs during the first 4 years of ownership vs 11% for yamaha. Yamaha has the lowest failure rate out of all the motorcycle brands. The bmw has a lot more features , but you're paying around $8k more than that, along with higher maintenance costs. The gs1250 just had a major recall for gearbox input shaft drive failure affecting 18,000 bikes in January of this year.
You have a point. Some value reliability above all, some value social status above all, others like features and electronic gadget stuff, other are speed addicts, other mesure value by amount spent...etc..
