The Yamaha Super Tenere XT1200Z Big Thread

[cug]

Originally Posted by eakins

i called yamaha NA 800# today and spoke to a rep about the bike.

What's the number?

[eakins]

Originally Posted by husam6

how could this bike not come to the states?!? it seems purpose-built for huge american asses!

i see the 1200 coming before the 660 makes it here.

[eakins]

Originally Posted by Shorty Long

Let Yamaha know you want one.

Send Yamaha a message. Let 'em know the North American Market is ready and willing to buy.
If enough interest is generated, maybe they'll take the gamble.

Yamaha may be contacted at:

Henio Arcangeli Jr.
President, Yamaha Motorsports USA
6555 Katella Avenue
Cypress, CA 90630

Customer relations:
Yamaha U.S.A.
1-800-962-7926


XT1200Z with all the bells & whistles

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[davinist]

Yamaha unofficially told me there will be several versions of this bike, although they refused to go further in outlining specs. The probability is there'll be equivalent GS/GSA models.

I can't help but notice that on all the official pics now floating around, there's not one I've seen showing what might be the bike's biggest weakness....at least for those thinking of using it off road. The oil filter.



I saw it in the flesh yesterday, and posted some comments and lots of pics here:

http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=220559

Sorry for redirecting to another forum, but it's too much like hard work posting it all again here.

[lukasteam]

I absolutelly LOVE this bike. Looks and versatility. It's the ultimate ADVENTURE bike that will take you any where. I think Yamaha nailed it . I wish I could test ride it.
I hope it's coming to us at the decent price...what a beauty !!!!

[Leipo]

Originally Posted by davinist

Yamaha unofficially told me there will be several versions of this bike, although they refused to go further in outlining specs. The probability is there'll be equivalent GS/GSA models.

I can't help but notice that on all the official pics now floating around, there's not one I've seen showing what might be the bike's biggest weakness....at least for those thinking of using it off road. The oil filter.



I saw it in the flesh yesterday, and posted some comments and lots of pics here:

http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=220559

Sorry for redirecting to another forum, but it's too much like hard work posting it all again here.

just like a v-strom and i've never heard anyone breaking that filter off-road

[K1W1]

Originally Posted by Leipo

just like a v-strom and i've never heard anyone breaking that filter off-road

At least Yamaha offer a bash plate as an accessory. Suzuki just offer new paint schemes each year.

[Leipo]

Originally Posted by K1W1

At least Yamaha offer a bash plate as an accessory. Suzuki just offer new paint schemes each year.

my 2005 DL650 has a factory bashplate since it rolled of the showroom floor

[eakins]

not an issue.
800gs also has one in that place. the aftermarket will build even taller & beefier skidplates to protect all the goods in no time. yamaha has provided nice attachment points.

hopefully the ozzies get the bike because their companies seem to produce some of the strongest plates around.

would love to see some more pics. you need an acct to look at that site. so lame when sites do that.

Originally Posted by davinist

Yamaha unofficially told me there will be several versions of this bike, although they refused to go further in outlining specs. The probability is there'll be equivalent GS/GSA models.

I can't help but notice that on all the official pics now floating around, there's not one I've seen showing what might be the bike's biggest weakness....at least for those thinking of using it off road. The oil filter.



I saw it in the flesh yesterday, and posted some comments and lots of pics here:

http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=220559

Sorry for redirecting to another forum, but it's too much like hard work posting it all again here.

[eakins]

Originally Posted by Leipo

my 2005 DL650 has a factory bashplate since it rolled of the showroom floor

no such part exists. your countries importer (or at the shop) is putting someone elses plate on there before it hits the showroom.

[Molgan]

Originally Posted by davinist

I saw it in the flesh yesterday, and posted some comments and lots of pics here:

http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=220559

Sorry for redirecting to another forum, but it's too much like hard work posting it all again here.

Needs registration, a copy+paste here would be sweet.

[GrahamD]

And good on 'em for trying!

More use than pearl, sparkly blue bits in black paint technology.

[Tim]

Originally Posted by davinist

I saw it in the flesh yesterday, and posted some comments and lots of pics here:

http://www.ukgser.com/forums/showthread.php?t=220559

Sorry for redirecting to another forum, but it's too much like hard work posting it all again here.

Do you have a link to your pics? - Like many other AdvRiders I'm not (and have no wish to be) a member of ukgser. Thanks.

[GrahamD]

Originally Posted by K1W1

At least Yamaha offer a bash plate as an accessory. Suzuki just offer new paint schemes each year.

Not True!

They put some little scuff pads down near the pegs on the frame as well...

Ooooooooh!!

[markjenn]

Originally Posted by eakins

no such part exists. your countries importer (or at the shop) is putting someone elses plate on there before it hits the showroom.

Aren't we splitting hairs here? In many markets, Suzuki sells a Suzuki-branded bash plate (and other accessories) and even a complete model with the accessories pre-installed. Yes, Suzuki may be rebranding a standard accessory you can buy directly from the accessory mfg, but that's true of many options. It's available direct from Suzuki, it has a Suzuki part number, and it is covered by Suzuki warranties. This makes it a Suzuki part in my book.

- Mark