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Looks good! How does that price compare to similar (3-wheel) sensors on Amazon?
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Have always found it difficult to access the ignition key and made it even worse when I recently rotated the handlebar bases to move the bars slightly forward. So, after reading an old post confirming the caps can be rotated as well, I turned them 180 degrees which moves the “points” to the rear and opens up the space to access the key a bit.
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On 10/7/2018 at 6:08 AM, new1709rider said:
About the ignition switch being down in a hole, I definitely don't like that either! What I did was take the handlebar caps on top of the risers loose and turn them around so that the pointy ends are now turned towards the driver. It doesn't bring the switch any closer but it does give you just a little more hand room to reach down to it.
I realize this is an old thread, but this post caught my eye as I have been thinking about rotating the caps for this very reason. In my case, I recently rotated the base pieces, which moves the bars forward a bit - but at the same time it makes access to the key even worse.
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Okay, for starters I’m an old farte, so my list may be a little longer than most......
I don’t have a lot of pictures of many of my early bikes, but the one in my profile picture is my second bike, bought new in 1969.
Most on the list were ridden by me personally, but about a half dozen were ridden by my wife or kids when they were young.
1967 Yamaha 305 Big Bear Scrambler
1969 Triumph T100 Daytona 500
1969 Yamaha DT250
1970 Honda SL70 (2)
1972 Honda CL100 (2)
1974 Honda XL350
1975 Yamaha DT175
1973 Yamaha DT125
197? Yamaha TY80 (2)
1978 Honda GL1000
1980 Honda CM400A
1981 Suzuki GS650G
1986 Suzuki GV1400
1975 Honda CL3601982 Yamaha XJ650LJ Seca Turbo
1991 Honda ST1100
1989 Honda XL600V TransAlp
1995 BMW R100GSPD - Classic
1989 Honda XL600V TransAlp
1998 Honda ST1100A
19?? Yamaha PW80
1990 Honda XL600V TransAlp
2000 Honda XR100R
1988 Honda NX250
1991 Honda ST1100
2001 BMW R1150GS
1997 Kawasaki KLR650
2002 Honda ST1100A
1999 BMW F650
2002 Honda GL1800A
2003 Suzuki DL1000 V-Strom
2005 Honda GL1800A
1995 Honda ST1100
2006 Honda ST1300A2004 Suzuki DL1000 V-Strom
2005 Suzuki DL1000 V-Strom
2005 Suzuki DL650 V-Strom
2008 Yamaha FJR1300
2009 Kawasaki KLR650
2012 Yamaha XT1200Z Super Tenere
2011 Suzuki 650 Burgman
2013 Yamaha FJR1300
2014 Yamaha FJR1300
2013 Suzuki DL650A V-Strom
2015 Yamaha XTZ1200 SE Super Tenere
2015 Suzuki DL650XT V-Strom
2018 Kawasaki Versys 1000LT
2019 Kawasaki Versys 1000 SE LT+ (still have)
2017 Kawasaki Versys-x300 ABS (still have)
2020 Yamaha Tracer 900 GT (still have)
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19 hours ago, peteinpa said:
Welcome! Congrats on the Tracer! I'm new here also. I know all about the "as I get older this bikes getting too heavy."
Mine was a 2006 Honda ST1300 Great bike, just getting too heavy.
Yep, BTDT! I had an ‘06 ST1300. Along with 5 different ST1100’s and 3 different FJR1300’s. They all get heavier and heavier!!!
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9 hours ago, betoney said:
Besides the obvious weight difference, how do you feel the Versys compares to the Tracer? I test rode the 2017 1000 twice before buying the FJ-09, maybe an hour total seat time. Not enough time to make a really well informed decision, but my initial impression was the bike seemed smooth and comfortable, yet still fairly sporty. The newest 2019 SE seems even more refined?
I was really torn in mid ‘18 as I had the opportunity to pick up a ‘19 GT in Oklahoma for a discounted price. At the last minute, and at the recommendation of a riding friend of mine (who owned a ‘15 V1K) I bought the ‘18 V1K. Very nice bike, but I was always disappointed in that it did not have some of the creature comforts I was looking forward to on the Tracer GT. I had it about a year when I came across a good deal on the ‘19 V1K SE. Almost night and day between the two bikes with the electronic suspension, cruise, much better windscreen, heated grips, quick shifter (up and down), etc. Once I had the seat rebuilt by Sargent, the bike was near perfect. BUT, I still had the itch for the Tracer and I really wanted to find a bike with less weight that still provides many of the creature comforts.
How do they compare? The Versys is roomier and with the electronic suspension and a decent seat, VERY comfy and handles very well. It truly is a great sport-touring bike (and I have owned a bunch of them). The cruise control is not as refined as the Yamaha and the heated grips are also not quite as good. The quick shifter is both up and down and works very well. Overall, it’s a great bike. Why don’t I keep it? I don’t NEED 3 bikes and I feel the Tracer will be the better option for me. It’s lighter and easier to move around. It gives me virtually all of the comforts of the Versys in a lighter package. I will miss the electronic suspension!
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Wow, a lot of water under the bridge since my first post almost 2 1/2 years ago. I was on a DL650XT and anxiously awaiting the yet unreleased ‘19 Tracer 900 GT. Things just never fell into place and I eventually moved from the XT to a ‘18 Versys 1000 LT. Later, to a ‘19 Versys 1000 SE LT+ (which I still have). Then came a little Versys x300 for a “run around” bike.
But finally, up pops a deal I couldn’t refuse on a “almost” new ‘20 Tracer 900 GT. It took me about 3 milliseconds to pull the trigger on the deal and I couldn’t be happier with my decision! For now, the big Versys is still in the stable, but it has a “For Sale”” sign on it. Great bike, but as I get older, the lighter weight of the Tracer is more what I need and keeps me in more of a comfort zone.-
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1 hour ago, peteinpa said:
apparently normal for Yamaha. I've found if your patient yoy can get more fuel in. Get it over the holes, it drops below, put in more, etc. for several cycles. can get up to half a gallon more.
Dont try with a kalli. bike with a charcoal canister.
also don't try if you will just park it and let it sit. Just when you're going to ride.
In my Tenere and FJR days, we would take an ice pick and poke a couple extra holes near the curve point of the bottom piece to facilitate the fueling process and to squeeze in a few more ounces. As you say, still not a good idea to overfill if you are planning to park right away.
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Although I have not had a need to try it (yet), I’m told that good ole WD40 is excellent for removing boot scuffs on the matte finish.
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Great tip! I did mine this morning. Sharp box cutter and about 5 minutes work and I now have almost twice the available space!
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17 hours ago, colorider said:
Checking now and will let you know.
Okay, he ordered his from Alibaba which is apparently a Chinese Internet sales site similar to Amazon. I did a quick search and did see atleast one unit that was designed for 3-wheeled vehicles.
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47 minutes ago, maximNikenGT said:
Any recommendations?
Checking now and will let you know.
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Looks great! Message sent!!!
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I can’t really confirm, but in my experience, there are more reliable systems out there than the Zumo one. I had issue after issue with my Zumo TPMS sensors on one of my previous bike. Finally gave up on it. Several of the people I ride with have bought inexpensive systems off Amazon and had near perfect results.
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3 minutes ago, Clem Fandango said:
^^^
Nice. Speaking of which, does anyone have any idea why Yamaha chose to rivet one of the pegs on?
No idea! I once wondered if it was done as a safety concern, but still couldn’t come up with a (logical) reason. I replaced it with a clevis pin, similar to the opposite side.
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Never have liked the “racer” footpegs, so swapped them out with a pair off a Super Tenere. Much more comfortable!
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Yep, been following the thread a bit. Hopefully, some data will start trickling in......
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Very recently started researching the FJ and was very pleasantly surprised to learn of the upcoming Tracer 900 GT. Now the long wait begins before all the specs are released, including MSRP, and the dealers can take orders.
Presently riding a DL650XT which has been good to me, but now ready to move back to Yamaha.
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Pannier mounting protective stickers
in Tracer 900 GT Discussions
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Usually it’s a liability issue on fitting the tail trunk and many manufacturers have the same warning. And again, usually it’s not an issue unless you foolishly overload the tail trunk!