GTO MIKE

Congrats ,I went from an ST 1300 Honda ,so I'm, moving around over 200lbs less now and loving it also. MIKE

Here's my take on the subject. With over 4 decades of riding bikes most with cable clutches a few with hydraulic clutches ,I prefer the cable actuation better. Much better control over the engagement . I myself like a close reach to the levers so I normally put adjustable levers on all my bikes I have owned. I have noticed the tracer has a very short engagement that is by design I believe. Doesn't require much movement to disengage and with very light lever pull. One of the first things I ordered was new adjustable levers to move them closer to the bars for easier reach and not effect the actual engagement at all . Just my preference in riding comfort and ease of use .Still waiting on the levers coming from France actually. MIKE

Found this nice add on kickstand pad . Took a chance and ordered from Ebay. Of course its made in China , but I was pleasantly pleased with the quality and the fit , Its nicely machined and fit perfect . Takes a little of the lean out of a little bit short stand and gives a larger footprint , so no worries of sinking in anywhere. The price was around $ 13.00 and free ship. I MIKE

Put the Pyramid front fender Extender on the other day. Looks great and should help keep off some of the crud . Got a rear one coming from Pyramid in the UK. It was actually cheaper than price on EBAY! MIKE .

Darn that sucks. Hope for quick healing ! MIKE 2020 tracer 900 GT 04 Pontiac GTO

Yes the heads of the bolts and nut thickness will always vary a little ,so using the feeler gauges don't mean much. Now the threads of the bolts are another thing , they are a specific thread per inch, so if you are careful when loosening and adjust by turning equal flats on the bolts and careful not to turn when locking down ,your going to be close. Of course using a line up tool to double check as has been mentioned would be a bonus ! MIKE

Don't forget the Trans it stacked on top ,so the noise is more noticeable. Plus you got the chain and a Motor right out in the open with cam chain right on the end of the beast ,along with alternator and clutch on opposite side . MIKE

I have read were they loose cranking power when cold. I like the new Gel batteries myself . Like oil ,to each his own ! MIKE

After putting on my guard I noticed how close the horn location was to the radiator at full lock to the left. It doesn't hit but to my eye I loosened and rotated the horn facing forward .Not only does it move it away and clear every thing better ,it even tucks it up under a little out of sight and it looks better also. Just my 2 cents. MIKE

Also welcome, from another new owner. Love the bike and like you fitting it with the things that it needs and to fit my likes also. MIKE

No instructions at all . Looked at some installs on U Tube. . Took about 1/2 hour .took my time. Fits great and looks good .

It's copper color with a candy red color on top. MIKE

I came from an 07 Honda ST1300 for the same reason Got tired of lugging around 700 + lbs. Love my new 900 GT.

And exactly why they usually wear weird. My ST 1300 wore the crap out of sport touring tires. Hoping the GT 900 Is better!

Couldn't agree with you more . I went from a 07 ST 1300 Honda .wanted something lighter. and easier to move around when I'm, parking and putting away. The motor is a Jewel and all the options are great. It does bring the joy back into riding .Love it ! MIKE

Was going with the Yamaha brand but they are back ordered over a month . Found one on amazon for 54 bucks. It looks like a nice one with small tracer logo at top center. Its though YQ motorcycle store and sold through amazon . Free 2 day ship .Arrived today ,put on tomorrow..Changed oil today,easy all but poring in the oil. MIKE

You keep saying over the rough roads and if you could tighten up the bolts on the bars then that may be the problem . I would really double check the rear wheel alignment also as was previously mentioned. MIKE

Going on three weeks on mine now . Ready for my break in oil change . Waiting for radiator guard and some new adjustable levers. Heck of a machine ! MIKE

Welcome ,new member myself. Proud owner of a new 2020 GT .really like it .Getting it dialed in and fine tuned. MIKE

Thanks for the invite but I have some other things going on next week and still fine tuning the bike and me riding it . MIKE

Hi all , Just picked my new 2020 Tracer 900 GT. What a machine ,Sure I'm going to really enjoy this bike ! I am retired now so have a lot more time to ride ! Looking forward to learning and chatting with all the members !