I have done similar mods but being Australia with it’s dusty conditions off road that sprint filter would be clogged in one ride. Australian bikes come fitted with a uni filter foam filter and I added a uni filter pre filter to the snorkel. The result has been great with the main filter never needing to be cleaned in 10000km of travel. I have since switched to a funnel web filter system and initial impressions are really good with the pre filter being really easy to remove and clean which wasn’t the case with the uni filter.
@@BrakeMagazine If not already done, trim the air filter snorkel (12-14mm) so it isn't so close/almost touching the bottom of the air filter box, for better air flow/dispersion into the air filter. You can also make your own pre-filter with an old foam filter and a re-usable cable tie.
@@magilla2567 You just solved one of the concerns I had about doing a "snorkel removal" on my bike (XSR700, but it's got the same weird setup) and water getting sucked in. Didn't even think about trimming it on the bottom to keep the elbow before. Thanks!!
I'm from the the Pacific Northwest in the US and LOVE the graphics! I ride an older KTM 950 ADV and thinking of the T7 as my next ride. this is definitely the direction i want to go. thanks for the work!!!
I ride wa State tall riders love T7 alot mods. Taller seat from yamaha. Big pegs, trackanator tires. Black widow pipes , ect. But after riding and racing 15yrs It was pretty good from dealer
I would like to know how much all these mods costed and compare this sum with the price of a better equipped, competitors' bike (ie. KTM, Huskvarna, etc.). After all, your mods may / may not be worth the pain and money?
Well the Yamaha Rally seat is twice the cost of the KTM one. The other mods though looked pretty cost effective given the KTM will need some modding too. That being said, there really isn't a massive price difference between a T700 and 890 in the UK.
The Mt09 forum has a long thread on tweaking the rotational position of the accelerator position sensor, which apparently cures its snatchy throttle. Would a similar mod work on the CP2engine? ie Slight rotation of the throttle position sensor (cable throttle)
@@JohannesDalenMC You thinking about going for another T7. I think they are still a great value motorcycle, although they are like your Husky 701 = you have to throw money at them to get them how you want them , I know that's the case with my 690. Going on what you were saying in your video I thought maybe you'd stay with the Husky brand and think about the 901?
I’m looking at many different bikes, but they are all very expensive except the T7. Paying almost 7-8000£ more for the big adventure bikes will get me a stronger engine (nice for two up) and lots of electronics, and I’m not sure the electronics are worth it. The 901 is an interesting bike but I would have liked for it to have been on the marked for a few more years first, even though it’s almost a white 890.
Awesome as always - About to start a build on my Africa Twin. Hoping to drop 10kg from up high, and pipe and jet for better fueling and another 5hp - finally get off my lazy bum and dial in the suspension - considering another bar option somewhere between my YZ-high bars and the stock bars, maybe a new graphics kit - or maybe straight silver, with no graphics.
hey amazing and very informative video. wud definetly help me mode up my new tenere. cud you helpnme with the model number of the acerbis skid plate you fitted with the link protector
I really appreciate your quality content. You're one of the best riders and presenters on RUclips! I've been eyeballling a few of these same upgrades, so I'm really looking forward to the rest of the series.
@Brake Magazine One bit I found interesting was the dual control brake lever. It seems like a potentially clever and efficient ergonomic trick, but I can also imagine it turning out to be a disappointment or trade-off or liability, so I look forward to hearing about your experience. The rest of the upgrades look so good and the graphics especially add a few horsepower 👍 Edit: That air filter looks promising, too. I ordered but haven't received in the mail yet the frame protectors, lithium battery, Barkbusters, lower crash bars, and skid plate.
@@BrakeMagazine Thanks for coming back. I enjoy your videos. There's a few frames been written off on T7s because the bike falls over, the silencer bends the hanger bracket, which bends the sub-frame, which is welded to the frame. Sadly, the Aprilia 660 is the same.
I just wonder if every adv video out there talks about how every bike (1250GSA,Africa twin, KTM 790,1290ADV, T7 etc.) does most things well, then which bike is the one? which is that perfect point of reference that everyone uses to claim that all these bikes lack of something? Don't get me wrong I really like and appreciate your content, but your words just made me wonder...
He spent over a grand and didnt re-spring a bike set up for a 150 lb rider which will surely be diving hard every time he grabs front brakes or hits anything. hes like 6'2 and he looks like hes close to 200 lbs, adding any gear will bottom him out regularly and new springs would be about 150 dollars. Oh its a magazine channel i see, they just want to upsell unnecessary stuff to goobers, nice wrap by the way i guess...
You clearly didn’t Finnish watching the series. We did a full suspension test on different prices including springing and then respring again. Brake Magazine is a one person RUclips channel. Before you slag people off online do some research. You’re literally slagging someone off for putting a huge amount of work into a five episode, months long project paid for out of my own pocket.
Looks like you've chosen similar products to my T7. Can't wait to see future episodes. Hopefully you are doing a full Yoshi exhaust and closed cartridge forks.
I am absolutely stoked on this series. I own a T7 myself so I'm very much looking forward to seeing what you do with it and the different price points/performance gains possible. Just got in from the garage fitting a rally raid spring to the shock :D
Hey man. On the fence about the t7 and Tuareg. I haven’t had a go on the Aprillia but t7 feels really natural and easy based on a road test experience, what’s not to like kinda thing. Bike looks and feels more like a dirt bike and the Aprillia glitzy by comparison. I guess from seat of pants t7 could use just a little more shove off the bottom otherwise didn’t understand all the noise about it being top heavy, felt balanced to me.
@Brake Magazine hey dude, what was the final thoughts on the tyres ? I live / ride your local lanes and do fair bit in wales, want something decent for off road what was the Karoo like and what size did you go for ? Are you running HD tubes ? ….. be good to get ya feedback please buddy
I love them. They suck on road, but off-road I think they feel really good. I ran about 21 PSI in each. I had the 150 rear but would choose a 150 I think next time. I didn't have HD tubes, I just ran the pressure a little high but I think that helps with them under the weight of the bike. They also don't last for ever. The compound is soft which is why they get good grip. If you're riding a T7 like an over grown dirt bike in winter, hell yes. :)
If only,it made 100HP stock,and held enough gas,and had really good brakes,and an electrical suite like a modern bike,and a good headlight,and good suspension stock,and a good seat,and an exhaust that didnt squash into swingarm................Hmmmmmm. What bike already has all that.............hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm.
Bike looks great, the bolt-ons all seem very sensible. Looking forward to the more performance oriented upgrades and a luggage solution. I saw all the individual costs of the parts, did I miss the total costs so far screen?
It's just because of the type of plastic. MX style flex a lot more but don't look as good. Road style like the T& are brittle but stronger and paint better.
Would be intresting what you will do with suspension. i hated stock suspension as it was bottoming out and behave like a pogo stick, fitted full K-tech kit and rely on one of the suspension specialists advice in regards to spring hardness... now seems to be too hard to be honest, as i lost my confidece offroad on such stiff bike, specialy in wet 😞 Tarmac becomes MUCH less comfortable as well. I think i need to change springs somwhere between stock and suggested for my weigt, as stock is to soft and suggested by spring manufacturers to stiff... didn't have these sort of problems with Husky 701 stock WP suspension 😕
Fantastic mods done. It looks brilliant. what would be the total cost of modifications. Will you do if someone asked for the changes? One more question, I'm in US which adventure bike would you recommend for me? I would like to ride 60% asphalt 40% off-road (gravel, hills, backroad with slush and challenging trails) My shortlist as follows KTM 890 R, Aprillia Tourag 660, Husqvarna Norden 901 (but not sure), Suzuki V-strom 650 XT (but concern about Front shock absorber, and ground clearance and heavy) Tiger 900 Rally, so i am not sure which one should i go ? Please help.
😲That Tenere is looking sexier than ever, it's without a doubt the most beautiful I've seen so far and for sure the best one I will ever see! Loved the graphics you designed, the designs and the colors you've chosen are perfect, it added so much coolness to the already cool looking adventure bike! All the best to you and your journey here in our lovely P🔆rtugaL and after!👍🏻🙋🏻♂️
Perfect timing, just bought a T7. My first 3 mods are going to be a decal kit, GRMoto exhaust (They are local to me in Suffolk), and Motoz Rallz tyres. Defo gonna change the shock spring and fork internals, probably with Rally Raid ones. As an ex motocrosser it's what I love about the T7, so easy to mod and bling up - when did you ever see anyone on a blinged up Tiger? And they sound so good, even with the stock exhaust. Thanks for the vid Llel, can't wait for the next one! Regards, Mike
@@BrakeMagazine No I found them on eBay, turns out they are a company in Diss. The exhaust is quite vulnerable, don't wanna keep trashing an expensive aftermarket can!
Great vid, I also have had to change some of the same Items to make it a more suitable off-road machine. Put a Scott's steering stabilizer on with lowered bars. Not everyones cup of tea, I removed the ABS system and one of the calipers on the front, stainless brake lines, Galfer rotor and pads lost 2+Kg's off the front and braking is still great for Offroad IMO better touch and progressive, removed all extra ABS lines and box another 2kg removed. Riding in the southwest of US it's great to just blow off road and hit the dirt without stopping and when turning off the bike it's ready to rip with no ABS. Also went with a 2.5" rear rim with rim locks front and rear able to run the rear at 12-15psi and front at 15-20psi.....GAME CHANGER! Have over 12,000 K 70 % AZ, UT, CO dirt mix of some technical riding I usually do on my 500 KTM, it is an amazing machine, running rear 140 Motoz Tractionator Adventure tire (slightly softer sidewall than other Tractionator tires) and the Pirelli Scorpion Rally front knobby, so far perfection for what and how I ride.
@@josephfelice601 Joseph, that I have knowledge of there are no 4" or 3" rim locks on the market, there are 2.5" rim locks. And as you know a rim lock is crucial for lower tire pressures for advanced off road riding. The other plus is that the rim is better protected from rock damage. I am running a 140 rear which I would do if I was still running the 4" rim availability and price of 140's compared to 150's no brainer.
Love the bike and thought that’s gone into it. One thing, though, is the exhaust which is the usual ADV bike afterthought. Did you consider one of the neater narrower options which protect the swingarm and rear subframe? I read a lot about those issues. Or maybe they’re not a problem. It always seems a shame to me that luggage is compromised by vast protruding silencers (other than Ducati).
Riding my T7 all stock. (Just handguards are replaced) If you have troubles during the lifetime of a bike...it mostly comes from the modifications. But this is only my opinion after riding the last 35 years.
I would save the 75 quid and cut the stock windscreen to suit. I am glad you pointed out the "mud" guard removal resulted in mud going up your back. I have always wondered why riders remove this. Any dirt bike I have ever owned has a nice long stretched out plastic fender, to stop the mud. I love the Tenere, I have one, along with a DRZE, and the two don't compare, in my view, as dirt bikes. The antiquated 20 year old DRZE still outperforms my T7 in the "dirt". Even the suspension is superior, ground clearance, all those things.......weight..... Anyhow, a new era in bikes I am all for, but the modification of bike can only go so far, in my view, and it comes down to design from the factory. With a bottomless bank account, and having lots time and a workshop helps, but if its dirt you want to ride, it would be better to just go out and buy a "dirt bike". The CRF 450 is the best example these days in my view, its a shame that Yamaha and WR450 have not morphed into a full street legal "dirt bike", from the factory. The weight, ground clearance, and "uncrashability" of the T7 are problems for me going forward....as a dirt bike. Paul Torres, a highly paid, world class champion athlete, from the world of trials, undoubtedly earned his pay promoting this bike, and seems to have convinced many a buyer what is possible, but as you tube has proven, many a rider, can not, and will not, attain in reality, modified or not. I am waiting for a modification that involves removing entirely the whole front end, and attaching a little enduro headlight, and some radiator wings etc, like a true dirtbike. All this crash bar this, fender shortening kit that, does nothing at all to improve the bike. A T7 naked/enduro, concept. The true give away for me with the T7 was the absent lower rear sprocket chain guide.....optional......This is not a dirt bike.....from the factory by any stretch of the imagination.....I am making my bike.....a street/gravel road specific version.....and I will keep riding my DRZE in the woods.
I'm just starting out. Road dirt bikes a little as a kid I usually do pretty good on anything with an engine. I have to drive about 100-180 miles to get anywhere interesting for off-roading where I live now. Looking at a new cb500x, start with tires but mod it for a little more offroad capability, if I can find one or if I can convince myself to spend the money up front on a tenere 700. I'd like to go on some moto camping trips every year over the next decade. Not quite confident enough to jump all the way to an Africa Twin.
Have a good start on mine. Waiting on my Ohlins front and rear suspension. Set up for me. Many other parts, more than the cost of the bike. Excel wheels, Hahn hubs, Inside frame high exhaust from HP Corse, Rally raid, Off-The-Road, Revzilla, Rocky Mtn ATV, Seat Concepts, AltRider, Tusk, Ohlins, just some of the suppliers. My machine, made for me.
Great video like always! In your personal opinion, do you think bar risers are needed for somebody who is 6 foot (183cm) 32 inch legs? I have lower back disc problems and usually standing up gives me a lot of pain within 20 minutes. (last bike was 2010 R1200GS with no risers) I know your dads' opinion about risers haha, but I wonder how you felt on the T7? And was it difficult to get access to the handlebar clamps so that you could rotate them? Thanks!
Llel I absolutely love those wildernis graphics you put on your bikes. Any chance you will make them for the 2012-2018 gen KTM 690? I'd love a black/grey tint version of it, perhaps with some small orange details? ;-P I'd be the first to get a kit. To be honest though, lots of those bikes still around so might be worth looking into!
Great vid. I did the altrider Clutch extension arm and ASV levers. Wow what a transformation when going slow and technical compared to stock. 10/10 would do again.
I think you get what you pay for and in my humble opinion $10K for the T7 is a good price. Here is how I am going to improve the bike. I ride it as is and spend the money on what the bike was made for, exploring stuff, traveling and having a great time. The vast majority will never ride the stock bike to its full potential, cheers and safe riding
Llel, will you have a chance to test the Tuareg 660? I recently picked one up and Im really happy with it. Its handles quite well on and off road and for $1k US more than the Tenere, I believe it has many advantages over it. Definitely worth it.
Nice set up. Tenere 700 is my ideal bike on paper and you have improved it. But as a not tall rider (176cm) I have tried this bike and I don't feel comfortable. Will wait a while for more low seat options.
And I thought you showed something interesting about spring elements / stronger springs and such. But nothing, just the usual accessories. Although, I didn't know the Acerbis Skid Plate! Or the Karoo Extreme, I didn't know that either. So now see you show a new episode. By the way, your clothes look gay. There's really way more cool stuff than this!
Bubba X. While appreciate your adding to my view and comment count, Id appreciate you not using the word gay as an insult. It's an a really quick way to exclude a huge community of people and that's the opposite of what ADV riding is about. I said in the video we have a whole episode dedicated to suspension on the way and another on exhaust and fueling. Thanks for watching
According my experience the main issues in offroad with this bike are: overheating ( frustrating at low speed in single track) and swing arm displacement, no aftermarket shocks will fix it, is just how the swingarm relate with frame and pinion position. Since i'm not a pro rider and i can't flat out all the time, It drives me crazy having no grip at all on the rear wheel, it seems to seat on a a cow with a chily pepper in its butt. However is a great bike.
Have not seen anything yet that I would do to my own t7 as have already done most of the mods, but using different brands. Looking forward to the next episodes
Maybe One will become available at literally any stealership within 10 hours of me between now and the next 20 years. One of the coolest yet unobtainable bikes made to date.
4:33 i think you are right on the money with believing it is a good starting point. Most riders are not capable of pushing the bike beyond its limits as is. nor are they looking to go that extreme. most just want a nice comfy setup with a good seating position and good handling. i am so curious on how you are going to improve your T7. the best 3 mods i have done is fit the HEED bunker crash bar and especially the rear crash bars love those! Never saw rear bars before, for the t7. I wonder if an exhaust tuck would be possible with those rear bars. i think it might just be a perfect combo, protection and lift grips... The second is the puig adjustable windscreen, too expensive for what you get , but adjustable during drive. extra low and extra high screen on the fly. works great. the last is a single finger clutch with adjustable clutch lever because my winter gloves need the extra space between my barkusters and clutch handle. thick boys haha looking forward on what you are going to do with yours!! good luck and have fun!!!
Great stuff. Mine should be arriving in this month and then the build begins! We are riding the Wyoming BDR in July and I want my T7 ready long before!
Does the clutch extension bracket really ease the effort on the clutch? I am using 2 fingers so far to pull the clutch in some cases upshifting as it turn to be a bit stiffer. I would like to use one finger in all situations and therefore interested on the feedback.
I suggest a t7 rally swingarm protector. If the exhaust is bent in a case of falling to the right side you avoid destroying the swingarm while riding home and having the exhaust rub on it.
Ditch the OEM exhaust altogether as it could bend or even break the subframe, totaling a perfectly good bike. Getting a tucked in one is the best move for anybody.planning to travel far.
I have done similar mods but being Australia with it’s dusty conditions off road that sprint filter would be clogged in one ride. Australian bikes come fitted with a uni filter foam filter and I added a uni filter pre filter to the snorkel. The result has been great with the main filter never needing to be cleaned in 10000km of travel. I have since switched to a funnel web filter system and initial impressions are really good with the pre filter being really easy to remove and clean which wasn’t the case with the uni filter.
Interesting. I am confused how it can work without foam and oil but they claim it will. Gonna do a pull test at the end.
@@BrakeMagazine If not already done, trim the air filter snorkel (12-14mm) so it isn't so close/almost touching the bottom of the air filter box, for better air flow/dispersion into the air filter. You can also make your own pre-filter with an old foam filter and a re-usable cable tie.
@@magilla2567 You just solved one of the concerns I had about doing a "snorkel removal" on my bike (XSR700, but it's got the same weird setup) and water getting sucked in. Didn't even think about trimming it on the bottom to keep the elbow before. Thanks!!
@@johnmetcalfe2866 👍
Aren’t Uni filters technically a pre-filter? That’s how I use the socks 🧦
I'm from the the Pacific Northwest in the US and LOVE the graphics! I ride an older KTM 950 ADV and thinking of the T7 as my next ride. this is definitely the direction i want to go. thanks for the work!!!
I ride wa
State tall riders love T7 alot mods. Taller seat from yamaha. Big pegs, trackanator tires. Black widow pipes , ect. But after riding and racing 15yrs
It was pretty good from dealer
Great idea for a series theme, look forward to seeing how you get on with it! If you ever fancy a trip up to the lakes we'll happily show you around 😁
Cheers Tom!
I would like to know how much all these mods costed and compare this sum with the price of a better equipped, competitors' bike (ie. KTM, Huskvarna, etc.). After all, your mods may / may not be worth the pain and money?
Well the Yamaha Rally seat is twice the cost of the KTM one. The other mods though looked pretty cost effective given the KTM will need some modding too. That being said, there really isn't a massive price difference between a T700 and 890 in the UK.
Really interesting approach. Very good video quality. Keep up the good work!
Thanks Sag!
Love the graphics. I've done a lot of similar stuff here, I have to say that the extended clutch arm was 100% the best modification I made.
It suprised me too 😁
I have to second this, easily the best mod that I did to mine as well.
@@JohannesDalenMC Hi, how did it improve riding? Easier to pull, less heavy or just a feeling? Thanks.
@@LuckyLuke_81 It lightens the pull a lot, but it also widens the friction zone, so the clutch engagement isn’t as abrupt.
The Mt09 forum has a long thread on tweaking the rotational position of the accelerator position sensor, which apparently cures its snatchy throttle. Would a similar mod work on the CP2engine? ie Slight rotation of the throttle position sensor (cable throttle)
Probably. I've done a similar one on my previous project bike.
unless you can make it about 200 pounds lighter, you can't really make a huge difference.
I agree. This bike for sure 204kgs too heavy
🙏❤️ Love from Scotland ❤️🙏
Better get a "real" off road bike 🤣
@Deborah Nwachukwu Been a winner all life long,no need for prizes..😂
BIG NEWS coming for the Tenere! Keep an eye out (June-ish) for dakar style gas tank that significantly lowers the center of gravity.
Oh yeah? Different from the Rally version?
@@BrakeMagazine 12 gal, so similar but bigger. Safari tanks in Australia just finished testing
Enjoyed watching and looking forward to where you go with the T7, considering maybe changing up from my 690 to an Adventure Bike for more Euro riding
Interesting to see you here Peter! I’m doing some RUclips research for my next bike 😬
@@JohannesDalenMC You thinking about going for another T7. I think they are still a great value motorcycle, although they are like your Husky 701 = you have to throw money at them to get them how you want them , I know that's the case with my 690. Going on what you were saying in your video I thought maybe you'd stay with the Husky brand and think about the 901?
I’m looking at many different bikes, but they are all very expensive except the T7. Paying almost 7-8000£ more for the big adventure bikes will get me a stronger engine (nice for two up) and lots of electronics, and I’m not sure the electronics are worth it.
The 901 is an interesting bike but I would have liked for it to have been on the marked for a few more years first, even though it’s almost a white 890.
Awesome as always - About to start a build on my Africa Twin. Hoping to drop 10kg from up high, and pipe and jet for better fueling and another 5hp - finally get off my lazy bum and dial in the suspension - considering another bar option somewhere between my YZ-high bars and the stock bars, maybe a new graphics kit - or maybe straight silver, with no graphics.
You gotta give us reviews of the products you put on and not just why you chose them. Next episode?
I will review sll the products full in great last episode 🙂
02:27 "...stock suspension balance is off..."
04:17 "... stock suspension is really good..."
Wow I see you contradicting yourself.
Unsubscribed.
I didn’t say it was really good. I said it’s good enough. The balance is off on the spring rates not the valving, but you do you man
Have you had any punctures on the trail? Could you do a video on fixing punctures on tubed tyres on the trail?
Looking forward to following this. 👍
Thanks Seth!
hey amazing and very informative video. wud definetly help me mode up my new tenere. cud you helpnme with the model number of the acerbis skid plate you fitted with the link protector
A great series and very well put together. I cannot wait for the next episode. Currently saving up for your graphic kit which looks amazing!
👍.. New Graphic will add good good, better more for refresh..
Looking forward to seeing the next episodes. I'm portuguese, and i'm curious to know, why Portugal ?
If you've ever ridden in the Uk, you'd know!
:)
I really appreciate your quality content. You're one of the best riders and presenters on RUclips! I've been eyeballling a few of these same upgrades, so I'm really looking forward to the rest of the series.
Nice! Thanks for the kind words. What upgrades are you interested in?
@Brake Magazine One bit I found interesting was the dual control brake lever. It seems like a potentially clever and efficient ergonomic trick, but I can also imagine it turning out to be a disappointment or trade-off or liability, so I look forward to hearing about your experience. The rest of the upgrades look so good and the graphics especially add a few horsepower 👍 Edit: That air filter looks promising, too. I ordered but haven't received in the mail yet the frame protectors, lithium battery, Barkbusters, lower crash bars, and skid plate.
I’m sure I’ve seen this bike with a tail tidy that covers rear linkage am I just imagining or have I swapped
What are you doing to protect the fame from being bent by the silencer taking a knock?
Nothing. I didn't know it was a problem.
@@BrakeMagazine Thanks for coming back. I enjoy your videos.
There's a few frames been written off on T7s because the bike falls over, the silencer bends the hanger bracket, which bends the sub-frame, which is welded to the frame.
Sadly, the Aprilia 660 is the same.
Great video. I'm following this project.
Thanks Bruno!
I just wonder if every adv video out there talks about how every bike (1250GSA,Africa twin, KTM 790,1290ADV, T7 etc.) does most things well, then which bike is the one? which is that perfect point of reference that everyone uses to claim that all these bikes lack of something? Don't get me wrong I really like and appreciate your content, but your words just made me wonder...
The point of reference is knowing what it feels like when another bike does something better. This is why you need comparison reviews.
Love this! I have one and looking forward to the inspiration
Excited to show it!
Same!
Same again! :-)
Bumped into you in Blanford Forum last September on the Tenere. Great to see this series. It’s a great bike👍
I remember! I had just been to bakery 🤣
Very informative and good presentation style.
Thank you Ashley!
Not changing the exhaust for a high position one ? Like hp corse? I think is to exposed and the biggest mistake of this bike
Looking forward to the next episodes. I tossed just about the whole parts catalogue at my T7.
Dangerous 🤣
He spent over a grand and didnt re-spring a bike set up for a 150 lb rider which will surely be diving hard every time he grabs front brakes or hits anything. hes like 6'2 and he looks like hes close to 200 lbs, adding any gear will bottom him out regularly and new springs would be about 150 dollars. Oh its a magazine channel i see, they just want to upsell unnecessary stuff to goobers, nice wrap by the way i guess...
You clearly didn’t Finnish watching the series. We did a full suspension test on different prices including springing and then respring again.
Brake Magazine is a one person RUclips channel. Before you slag people off online do some research. You’re literally slagging someone off for putting a huge amount of work into a five episode, months long project paid for out of my own pocket.
Ah I would love some unlimited money too so I can put all that stuff on my bike :D
The way you put the video together just feels good.
I love the bike. It looks like a giant WR250R
Looks like you've chosen similar products to my T7. Can't wait to see future episodes. Hopefully you are doing a full Yoshi exhaust and closed cartridge forks.
😂😂 Well...
Bike looks awesome! Love the graphics.
I am absolutely stoked on this series. I own a T7 myself so I'm very much looking forward to seeing what you do with it and the different price points/performance gains possible. Just got in from the garage fitting a rally raid spring to the shock :D
Hey man. On the fence about the t7 and Tuareg. I haven’t had a go on the Aprillia but t7 feels really natural and easy based on a road test experience, what’s not to like kinda thing. Bike looks and feels more like a dirt bike and the Aprillia glitzy by comparison. I guess from seat of pants t7 could use just a little more shove off the bottom otherwise didn’t understand all the noise about it being top heavy, felt balanced to me.
The Aprillia is a better bike. Review just finished being filmed.
@Brake Magazine hey dude, what was the final thoughts on the tyres ? I live / ride your local lanes and do fair bit in wales, want something decent for off road what was the Karoo like and what size did you go for ? Are you running HD tubes ? ….. be good to get ya feedback please buddy
I love them. They suck on road, but off-road I think they feel really good. I ran about 21 PSI in each. I had the 150 rear but would choose a 150 I think next time. I didn't have HD tubes, I just ran the pressure a little high but I think that helps with them under the weight of the bike.
They also don't last for ever. The compound is soft which is why they get good grip. If you're riding a T7 like an over grown dirt bike in winter, hell yes. :)
If only,it made 100HP stock,and held enough gas,and had really good brakes,and an electrical suite like a modern bike,and a good headlight,and good suspension stock,and a good seat,and an exhaust that didnt squash into swingarm................Hmmmmmm. What bike already has all that.............hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm.
As a person who has been nailed in the face shield by his T7's windscreen, I agree with your choice on the smaller one.
I smashed the front in on a nice adventure bike helmet that way. I blamed the suspension rather than chasing people on enduro bikes across a moor!
🤣🤣 Mike, I'll give you my screen for Christmas 🤣
@@BrakeMagazine 💥
My perfect T7 would be exactly like a T7... but 50kg lighter.
Why 50kg
@@BrakeMagazine around 150 is a nice weight to Chuck around and pick up. :)
Bike looks great, the bolt-ons all seem very sensible. Looking forward to the more performance oriented upgrades and a luggage solution. I saw all the individual costs of the parts, did I miss the total costs so far screen?
I didn't do a total costs screen 🙂
Looking forward to seeing how this project works!
"The plastics are going to be a bit more brittle." Haha, okay. Everything euro is so much better quality....
It's just because of the type of plastic. MX style flex a lot more but don't look as good. Road style like the T& are brittle but stronger and paint better.
So good, this is what a lot of tenere owners whaiting for. Looking forward to see the tests of the products.
Would be intresting what you will do with suspension. i hated stock suspension as it was bottoming out and behave like a pogo stick, fitted full K-tech kit and rely on one of the suspension specialists advice in regards to spring hardness... now seems to be too hard to be honest, as i lost my confidece offroad on such stiff bike, specialy in wet 😞 Tarmac becomes MUCH less comfortable as well. I think i need to change springs somwhere between stock and suggested for my weigt, as stock is to soft and suggested by spring manufacturers to stiff... didn't have these sort of problems with Husky 701 stock WP suspension 😕
Fantastic mods done. It looks brilliant. what would be the total cost of modifications. Will you do if someone asked for the changes?
One more question, I'm in US which adventure bike would you recommend for me? I would like to ride 60% asphalt 40% off-road (gravel, hills, backroad with slush and challenging trails) My shortlist as follows KTM 890 R, Aprillia Tourag 660, Husqvarna Norden 901 (but not sure), Suzuki V-strom 650 XT (but concern about Front shock absorber, and ground clearance and heavy) Tiger 900 Rally, so i am not sure which one should i go ? Please help.
Those graphics really compliment the bike ,great design.
Thank Terry!
😲That Tenere is looking sexier than ever, it's without a doubt the most beautiful I've seen so far and for sure the best one I will ever see! Loved the graphics you designed, the designs and the colors you've chosen are perfect, it added so much coolness to the already cool looking adventure bike! All the best to you and your journey here in our lovely P🔆rtugaL and after!👍🏻🙋🏻♂️
Perfect timing, just bought a T7. My first 3 mods are going to be a decal kit, GRMoto exhaust (They are local to me in Suffolk), and Motoz Rallz tyres. Defo gonna change the shock spring and fork internals, probably with Rally Raid ones. As an ex motocrosser it's what I love about the T7, so easy to mod and bling up - when did you ever see anyone on a blinged up Tiger? And they sound so good, even with the stock exhaust. Thanks for the vid Llel, can't wait for the next one! Regards, Mike
No problem! I've never heard of GR Moto!
@@BrakeMagazine No I found them on eBay, turns out they are a company in Diss. The exhaust is quite vulnerable, don't wanna keep trashing an expensive aftermarket can!
@@piotrkruk2634 ive had no problems at all thus far
Great vid, I also have had to change some of the same Items to make it a more suitable off-road machine. Put a Scott's steering stabilizer on with lowered bars. Not everyones cup of tea, I removed the ABS system and one of the calipers on the front, stainless brake lines, Galfer rotor and pads lost 2+Kg's off the front and braking is still great for Offroad IMO better touch and progressive, removed all extra ABS lines and box another 2kg removed. Riding in the southwest of US it's great to just blow off road and hit the dirt without stopping and when turning off the bike it's ready to rip with no ABS. Also went with a 2.5" rear rim with rim locks front and rear able to run the rear at 12-15psi and front at 15-20psi.....GAME CHANGER! Have over 12,000 K 70 % AZ, UT, CO dirt mix of some technical riding I usually do on my 500 KTM, it is an amazing machine, running rear 140 Motoz Tractionator Adventure tire (slightly softer sidewall than other Tractionator tires) and the Pirelli Scorpion Rally front knobby, so far perfection for what and how I ride.
please explain the 2.5" rim a bit more. Thx
@@josephfelice601 Joseph, that I have knowledge of there are no 4" or 3" rim locks on the market, there are 2.5" rim locks. And as you know a rim lock is crucial for lower tire pressures for advanced off road riding. The other plus is that the rim is better protected from rock damage. I am running a 140 rear which I would do if I was still running the 4" rim availability and price of 140's compared to 150's no brainer.
Love the bike and thought that’s gone into it. One thing, though, is the exhaust which is the usual ADV bike afterthought. Did you consider one of the neater narrower options which protect the swingarm and rear subframe? I read a lot about those issues. Or maybe they’re not a problem. It always seems a shame to me that luggage is compromised by vast protruding silencers (other than Ducati).
I did not sorry. We are changing the exhaust to see what it does for the bike though.
SC project has one which sits higher and out of the way of the swingarm. Very simple but someone had to do it. Check it out!
nice project
Riding my T7 all stock. (Just handguards are replaced) If you have troubles during the lifetime of a bike...it mostly comes from the modifications. But this is only my opinion after riding the last 35 years.
I would save the 75 quid and cut the stock windscreen to suit. I am glad you pointed out the "mud" guard removal resulted in mud going up your back. I have always wondered why riders remove this. Any dirt bike I have ever owned has a nice long stretched out plastic fender, to stop the mud. I love the Tenere, I have one, along with a DRZE, and the two don't compare, in my view, as dirt bikes. The antiquated 20 year old DRZE still outperforms my T7 in the "dirt". Even the suspension is superior, ground clearance, all those things.......weight..... Anyhow, a new era in bikes I am all for, but the modification of bike can only go so far, in my view, and it comes down to design from the factory. With a bottomless bank account, and having lots time and a workshop helps, but if its dirt you want to ride, it would be better to just go out and buy a "dirt bike". The CRF 450 is the best example these days in my view, its a shame that Yamaha and WR450 have not morphed into a full street legal "dirt bike", from the factory. The weight, ground clearance, and "uncrashability" of the T7 are problems for me going forward....as a dirt bike. Paul Torres, a highly paid, world class champion athlete, from the world of trials, undoubtedly earned his pay promoting this bike, and seems to have convinced many a buyer what is possible, but as you tube has proven, many a rider, can not, and will not, attain in reality, modified or not. I am waiting for a modification that involves removing entirely the whole front end, and attaching a little enduro headlight, and some radiator wings etc, like a true dirtbike. All this crash bar this, fender shortening kit that, does nothing at all to improve the bike. A T7 naked/enduro, concept. The true give away for me with the T7 was the absent lower rear sprocket chain guide.....optional......This is not a dirt bike.....from the factory by any stretch of the imagination.....I am making my bike.....a street/gravel road specific version.....and I will keep riding my DRZE in the woods.
I'm just starting out. Road dirt bikes a little as a kid I usually do pretty good on anything with an engine.
I have to drive about 100-180 miles to get anywhere interesting for off-roading where I live now. Looking at a new cb500x, start with tires but mod it for a little more offroad capability, if I can find one or if I can convince myself to spend the money up front on a tenere 700. I'd like to go on some moto camping trips every year over the next decade. Not quite confident enough to jump all the way to an Africa Twin.
Have a good start on mine. Waiting on my Ohlins front and rear suspension. Set up for me. Many other parts, more than the cost of the bike. Excel wheels, Hahn hubs, Inside frame high exhaust from HP Corse, Rally raid, Off-The-Road, Revzilla, Rocky Mtn ATV, Seat Concepts, AltRider, Tusk, Ohlins, just some of the suppliers. My machine, made for me.
Hey man idk if you’ll see this. But I’m having a hell of a time putting on that skid plate. What was the sequence?
Can't remember. I prayed a lot to the god though 🤣
Great video like always! In your personal opinion, do you think bar risers are needed for somebody who is 6 foot (183cm) 32 inch legs? I have lower back disc problems and usually standing up gives me a lot of pain within 20 minutes. (last bike was 2010 R1200GS with no risers) I know your dads' opinion about risers haha, but I wonder how you felt on the T7? And was it difficult to get access to the handlebar clamps so that you could rotate them? Thanks!
do you have a list of mods, manufacturers etc?
Llel I absolutely love those wildernis graphics you put on your bikes. Any chance you will make them for the 2012-2018 gen KTM 690? I'd love a black/grey tint version of it, perhaps with some small orange details? ;-P I'd be the first to get a kit. To be honest though, lots of those bikes still around so might be worth looking into!
Not as good as you could make it by dropping 100lbs and making it less top heavy.
I mean, sure but we also don't have an endless budget 🤣🤣
Great vid. I did the altrider Clutch extension arm and ASV levers. Wow what a transformation when going slow and technical compared to stock. 10/10 would do again.
What actually changes with the clutch extension arm?
@Kattrap Thanks. Further adjustments needed?
I think you get what you pay for and in my humble opinion $10K for the T7 is a good price. Here is how I am going to improve the bike. I ride it as is and spend the money on what the bike was made for, exploring stuff, traveling and having a great time. The vast majority will never ride the stock bike to its full potential, cheers and safe riding
How are any of these mods going to change how the bike actuality rides? It's mostly cosmetic stuff
Give it time good sir.
Llel, will you have a chance to test the Tuareg 660? I recently picked one up and Im really happy with it. Its handles quite well on and off road and for $1k US more than the Tenere, I believe it has many advantages over it. Definitely worth it.
the beauty of things, is to make it your own.
It really is.
Nice set up. Tenere 700 is my ideal bike on paper and you have improved it. But as a not tall rider (176cm) I have tried this bike and I don't feel comfortable. Will wait a while for more low seat options.
And I thought you showed something interesting about spring elements / stronger springs and such. But nothing, just the usual accessories. Although, I didn't know the Acerbis Skid Plate! Or the Karoo Extreme, I didn't know that either. So now see you show a new episode. By the way, your clothes look gay. There's really way more cool stuff than this!
Bubba X. While appreciate your adding to my view and comment count, Id appreciate you not using the word gay as an insult. It's an a really quick way to exclude a huge community of people and that's the opposite of what ADV riding is about.
I said in the video we have a whole episode dedicated to suspension on the way and another on exhaust and fueling.
Thanks for watching
@@BrakeMagazine , OK, accepted! Shouldn't be offensive either!
Check out touratech suspension,it's expensive but worth every penny.
The rally Raid and touratech extreme are the same 😊 We used the rally raid 😊
That may air filter will kill your engine.
Hi. Congrats. Hope to see your next mods. Where in Portugal?
Algarve
@@BrakeMagazine Great bet. It has a lot of terrain and landscapes to explore down there. Are you considering coming up to the north of the country?
According my experience the main issues in offroad with this bike are: overheating ( frustrating at low speed in single track) and swing arm displacement, no aftermarket shocks will fix it, is just how the swingarm relate with frame and pinion position.
Since i'm not a pro rider and i can't flat out all the time, It drives me crazy having no grip at all on the rear wheel, it seems to seat on a a cow with a chily pepper in its butt.
However is a great bike.
Get a Husqvarna 701 enduro/ Ktm 690 and put a Rade garage tower/ fairing on it, and you have what you try to make the T7 into…. And 40 kg lighter….
At the end of this project, I'd argue this is a better bike 🙂
@@BrakeMagazine I'm interested in that view since I'm on the fence about investing more into my 701 or heading to a T7. Love your work!
Such a shame you had to sell yours...
I quite like to see you on the Honda ADV scooter! It would be a hoot! With a can on they sound just like a 790.Give us a laugh.
Have not seen anything yet that I would do to my own t7 as have already done most of the mods, but using different brands. Looking forward to the next episodes
Interesting. What did you use?
@@BrakeMagazine outback Mototrek crash bars, acd bash plate, outback Mototrek asymmetrical pannier frames, cheap levers that fold, camel adv clutch arm. Cool covers seat cover, etc etc. lowered 20 mm, new rally raid spring (85nm). Black widow exhaust.
Maybe One will become available at literally any stealership within 10 hours of me between now and the next 20 years. One of the coolest yet unobtainable bikes made to date.
Aqui no Brasil só no sonho parece que a Yamaha não tem planos de trazê-la pra cá.
Where’s the Norden 901 review!
Really informative video again thanks for sharing Llel :) gotta be said Brake magazine has swiftly become one of my 3 fav channels on youtube.
Thanks! Really appreciate that 🙌 Glad you're finding them useful!
4:33 i think you are right on the money with believing it is a good starting point. Most riders are not capable of pushing the bike beyond its limits as is. nor are they looking to go that extreme. most just want a nice comfy setup with a good seating position and good handling. i am so curious on how you are going to improve your T7.
the best 3 mods i have done is fit the HEED bunker crash bar and especially the rear crash bars love those! Never saw rear bars before, for the t7. I wonder if an exhaust tuck would be possible with those rear bars. i think it might just be a perfect combo, protection and lift grips... The second is the puig adjustable windscreen, too expensive for what you get , but adjustable during drive. extra low and extra high screen on the fly. works great. the last is a single finger clutch with adjustable clutch lever because my winter gloves need the extra space between my barkusters and clutch handle. thick boys haha
looking forward on what you are going to do with yours!! good luck and have fun!!!
Beautiful bike my friend! I like every single inch of it! You did a really good job!
That Alt Rider clutch extension....what are your thoughts on that?!
Is that an iPhone you’re using and, if so, which mount are you using to avoid vibration issues with the camera image stabiliser?
Great stuff. Mine should be arriving in this month and then the build begins! We are riding the Wyoming BDR in July and I want my T7 ready long before!
Salisbury Plain is in Wiltshire.
Simply a gr8 review and I love each and every one of your upgrades well done cheers Guys nice build for sure.
What are your thoughts on the stepped foot brake?
Its good. Use the loctite it comes with.
Try the Tenerè World Raid and let us know what do you think TOP !
I have. Review is on my channel
Does the clutch extension bracket really ease the effort on the clutch? I am using 2 fingers so far to pull the clutch in some cases upshifting as it turn to be a bit stiffer. I would like to use one finger in all situations and therefore interested on the feedback.
Of course. The longer the arm is, more leverage, lighter pull.
@@BrakeMagazine Thanks ;)
How do you feel with the one clutch finger system? Helps to control the clutch release? I need more control
Could you please let us know what the app you are using for off road navigation is?
I suggest a t7 rally swingarm protector. If the exhaust is bent in a case of falling to the right side you avoid destroying the swingarm while riding home and having the exhaust rub on it.
Ditch the OEM exhaust altogether as it could bend or even break the subframe, totaling a perfectly good bike. Getting a tucked in one is the best move for anybody.planning to travel far.
Nice job on the video. Looking forward to future ones
doing anything to the exhaust? i thought theyll change it in new model year but nope
Yup. New episode on Patreon now, next one coming on YT Monday.
Apart from wot you did a standard T7 with panniers is my dream bike, so this was a joy to watch. 👍
Well, ya made it pretty...lol
graphics look awesome, nice job.