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    2019 Tracer 900 GT

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  1. The stockers had a vague feel, especially in the front. Luckily, back was toast in less than 4,000 miles. I'm on my second set of Angel GT's and they have been very good. Still want to go to my old favorite, Michelin Pilot 5 to compare.
  2. I absolutely hated the stock seat when I got mine. After some friends' success with Terry Adcox, I wanted to try that route. I had to wait a good while for Terry to be able to do my seat and in the meantime, I did put the stock seat in the top postion in front and bottom postion in back, and it worked out ok until I could get my Terry Adcox seat. I love the seat (it's got a nice pan to support you) however, I still have some forward slant. Terry is more than willing to adjust it, but I haven't taken the time to get that done. If anyone does go with a Terry Adcox seat, I'd suggest getting one of the stickier fabrics he offers. Really good quality seat for a reasonable price.
  3. I haven't had mine flashed, and I only use B in the rain. I had been using STD most of the time and A while in the twisties, but lately, I've just left it in A. I like the more spontanious response, and almost never have an issue with twitchiness. Most of my riding is in the mountains.
  4. Made in the US. It's a guy who makes a lot of stuff for Vstroms, which I used to have.
  5. Got mine from Adventure Tech, but it was $29.95.
  6. I've had my GT since April, and I also came of a Vstrom 650. At first I thought I'd made a mistake due to vibes. However, now it feels downright smooth to me. Hard acceleration you do get vibes, but that's to be expected. I figure it's a combination of the engine breaking in and me getting used to the bike. I've never had a bike that I haven't changed the screen and seat. I've got a MRA Touring screen with the spoiler and it works fine for me. The biggest problem I have with the stock seat is that it slides you forward. I'll be getting a Terry Adcox seat next month. I still think my Vstrom 650 was a little bit more comfortable but the GT is WAY MORE fun. If you've never had cruise control you'll love that.
  7. The original clamps I bought didn't work out very well but just got these from Dennis Kirk. Working out well. Just trying different positions on the crash bars to figure out what works best. These hold very well and don't turn (so far).
  8. I've had my Tracer GT for about a month and several thousand miles. My two previous bikes were a Vstrom 650 and a Honda ST1300. The ST1300 was the smoothest bike I've ridden and the Vstrom was plenty smooth. Honestly, when I first got the Tracer GT I wasn't sure it was going to work out with the vibes. However, I've gotten used to them and they do not bother me any more. I do have FJR pegs and grip puppies which help. The Vstrom and Tracer GT are very similar weights but the Tracer GT is much easier to move around (not that the Vstrom was bad). I've loved that. I also had to get used to the foot position, which is farther back than the Vstrom. However, I've seen people post that the Tracer GT has more leg room that the FJR. I'm really liking the bike now but it does need a new seat.
  9. Bought a 2019 Tracer 900 GT a few weeks ago. Most rides are by myself but would be interested in finding others to ride with.
  10. The clamps are better than the pictures look. I bought the larger ones as I had some thick rubber laying around. I should have gotten the smaller clamps as this one rotated on me. I'll need to add some more rubber so it will not rotate. The pegs I bought were a bad choice. Too big and heavy.
  11. I've only had my Tracer GT for two weeks. PO had two MRA screens and I've put on Angel GT tires, Givi crash bar, X-Grip for phone, Adventuretech mirror extenders and larger side stand foot, and grip puppies. Highway pegs to mount on the crash bar should arrive today and Motopumps riser should arrive soon. Still need a new seat!!
  12. I saw something surprising in a Tracer GT review in July 2018 (bike-urious.com). The article says according to the Motorcycle Industry Council the FJ-09 was the second best selling 2 wheel sport tourer for the last 12 months. I also noticed yesterday that my local dealer had sold their 2020 Tracer GT.
  13. Had originally ordered these: Ciro Black Adjustable Highway Peg Mount with Clevis ... But unlike the picture, it doesn't include the pegs. That mount would have been strong.
  14. I ordered these: J&P CYCLES ★★★★★7 Reviews J&P Cycles 1-1/2" Black Universal Clamp On Footpeg Mount Kits $39.99 Gold Club Price: $35.99 In Stock Ships in 1-2 business days. J&P Part #: 7500246 Mfr Part #: 7500246 and J&P CYCLES ★★★★★11 Reviews J&P Cycles Large Black Vibra-Kushion Footpegs $37.99 Gold Club Price: $34.19 This item is temporarily unavailable. J&P Part #: 634-211 Mfr Part #: 634-211 UPS is scheduled to deliver them tomorrow so I'll be riding with them this weekend. Can let you know how they work out.
  15. I've used Helibars on prior bikes and they were great. I just ordered some risers from Motopumps, and I've not used anything from them prior. Their risers don't move the bars quite as much as Helibars. Motopumps are 25mm up (about 1 inch) and 20mm back (about 3/4 inch). However they are also $69.95 a set on their website and if you're on ADV Riders they are $59.95. FYI
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