your reviews of this beast was one the reasons I got mine. I'm pushing 10k miles between 2 of them. (1st one went through a deer) and it just does what I need it to do. you need to Cruz to town? No problem. need to rip a single track? Have fun and bring a friend. can't wait to see what's next here.

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Adam I'm glad you found the videos helpful. I definitely agree, nothing this bike won't do and tons of fun no matter what your up too. Thanks man!

nice review. no bs intro, straight to the points. 👍

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

From what I understand currently, in early to mid Nov is when we in the USA find out what tenere models will be available for us in 2023. If they bring the world raid model that might be a nice upgrade for the off road focused riders. I am waiting for that myself before I make a final call on what to order for spring.

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Mmm good call, lll have to check that out as well!

I definitely need to get my T7 over to those trails, looks fun!

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Other than the rocks they are PERFECT for a T7!!!

One year and 26,000 miles later (11k of that off road) I don't want any bike more than my T7. I still grin getting on it and it does stuff off road it just has no business doing as easily as it does.

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Wow that's impressive! I agree, this is just one heck of a machine!

@chrisdavisunofficial

Жыл бұрын

I hated selling mine when I left the US. As soon as I settle down somewhere, I'll be getting another T7.

So sad to see you selling this, I've been wanting one so bad. They are like a unicorn here in the northeast! I've enjoyed all the T7 content, don't know where I'm gonna get my T7 fix now! Good luck with your new plans, I'll definitely keep watching your channel Ben!!

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

If I sell it to my dad you'll still see it every once in a while but I'm not looking forward to letting go either. I hope you can find one soon! Thank you!!!

Great bike, had mine since May, just finished my third BDR this year 7 thousand miles clocked up!

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Nice!

@Navillus2273

Жыл бұрын

@@SwankyCatProductions however, my bike unlike yours does not readily power wheelie? I have to clutch it up?

Even if it's thiner the problem with the oem skid plate it's that it's not flat on the bottom, and it's easy for the bike to drop from the jack. Now there are more exhaust on the market without the need to cut the frame, sc project, hp corse, Mivv etc This bike was based on the desert rally bikes, the rally bikes have the exhaust like the that, the problem it's how fragile is the holder.

Love the exhaust note

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

SAME

Nice review; critical but not overly critical. Where can I get a camera like the one on your fender? Like that so much! Which cam is that?

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

It's an insta 360, I have links in the video description to them.

Did you get the galfer brake pads from camel adv? Transformed my rear brake feel. Just shy of 12k on mine. Good review. On point with all points ;)

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

I did not no, sounds like I should have?

Great content. 👍👌

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

After riding bikes for over 50 years ,and owning many brands ,I want my bikes made in Japan. I agree Ben.

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Just hard to beat that reliability!

ADVs- High mass + high ctre of mass= Tippy. Just the way it is. Seats-personal thing but I think many could have foam remove where legs make contact with seat which will allow the feet to make better contact with ground.

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

True. Honestly I'm not sure why they didn't make the seat pan a little thinner. Definitely would've been helpful.

Well Mason ADV just showed his new ride for next year I’m curious to know what your planning on riding

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Thinking Transalp 750 if they're available.

@aaronwaderides7209

Жыл бұрын

@@SwankyCatProductions I went from the KLR to the Super Tenere 1200 only different was the weight and it was geared higher so I’m limited to what trails I ride . I found this out the hard way lol .

Where you riding there? Foliage looks similar to my neck of the woods in upstate NY

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Not all to far from there I suppose. Northern WI.

Excellent video per usual Ben! If you had to choose between the 2022 KLR and the Tenere for a 1000 mile trip, which would you choose for comfort? I’m assuming Tenere? Trying to decide if upgrading my KLR to this is truly worth it. I love the 2022 KLR.

@carado1984

Жыл бұрын

Hey. Don't. I love my T7 but if your comfortable at highway speeds just enjoy the ride.

@ZmanAdventurez88

Жыл бұрын

I also ride a 2022 KLR650. If your planning on doing a 1000 miles trip then look into an aftermarket seat. I believe seat concepts makes a nice one but I notice after sitting for 2 hours or more at a time on the KLR it can start to hurt. Honestly though I love my KLR and I wouldn't trade it for anything

@downbytheriver501

Жыл бұрын

I have a tenere. Just got it, only put 70 miles on it so far. It is an amazing cycle, very capable. But not very comfortable. I sat on a new KLR650 today and it felt like a sofa compared to my barstool of a bike.

@Radio-ns4bp

Жыл бұрын

@@carado1984 Thank you! I appreciate the input.

@Radio-ns4bp

Жыл бұрын

@@ZmanAdventurez88 Thanks for the response Ian! Yes, I love my KLR as well. I will definitely look into the Seat Concepts seat that you mentioned. 👍

Suc wonderful colors in those trees; what is the location? I must go there now! lol

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Harrison Hills ATV trails in Lincoln county Wisconsin.

Not a big commenter. I was in the first run for US T7s, had a 690 before it. Not really a slabber, one bike only makes sense. Input so much customization and building out of the T7 and see so much utility in it, I won't ever sell it. It's filled so many areas well, not perfect. In an ideal world 3 bikes but that's not the case. Move slowly and think carefully what your future riding vision is before selling, my two cents. Thanks for your helpful videos and effort! From CT, U.S.A.

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Charles! I'm pretty sure I'll regret selling it right away lol like you said it's not perfect but it's just such a good mix of on and off road and it's just so much fun no matter where you are. I figure if I sell it to my dad I can just buy it back in a few years haha.

if you could only have one bike that had the mods you want, what would it be tho? ps i think front headlight cage was pretty essential mod for me

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Boy that's a tough one... Probably my Tenere haha. But a CRF450 with a Rally fairing would be awesome...

@anthonydentice8180

Жыл бұрын

@@SwankyCatProductions yeh awsum choise, i like the HRC rally 450 crf dakar bike, i had one of those honda 250 rally versons fornlil while was k i guess. good luck from down under 👍

I want to buy my first motorcycle and I'm a bit confused. I like this bike and I'm 6'2 (1,88cm) so i think i will fit perfectly on a T7. Although I will mostly ride on roads,(dirty roads maybe sometimes at first) and i will ride two up mostly aswell. I want the motorcycle for small andlarge trips when i can. Don't know if t7 will be a good option.. Tracer 7 is another option but a bit small bike for me i guess, and maybe a bit more beginner friendly. What's your thoughts on these? Nice video!

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

It sounds like the Tenere would be a good fit for your size and intended purpose. But I always recommend something a little less intense for a first bike. Honestly I'm still learning things from my TW200 and I truly believe a 250 or 300 dual sport is the best bike to learn on, both on road and off. Plus they're still a ton of fun after you get your sea legs. If you do decide to just go for it with the Tenere, take it really, really easy. The power it has is probably more dangerous than a sport bike since it has so much torque down low.

@DB-sd3cw

Жыл бұрын

Get a used DRZ400s/sm for your first bike. You won't care about dropping it, have tons of fun and when you go to sell it for a bigger bike it won't lose any value.

@Heraklej

2 ай бұрын

Kove 800x

Sad to see it go, but excited for what's next. I agree with everything you said. I think the T7 is an amazing bike. A couple of things hold me back, the exhaust issue, top heavy, and range. I think the Aprilia is the unicorn I've been looking for, but like you said, the only bikes I would take around the world is the KLR or the T7. Guess I'll keep rocking my Gen2 KLR for now.

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Chris! The Tenere is a blast but it's hard to beat 300 miles to the tank!

@thatoneguy_429

Жыл бұрын

Klr for the win!

@anthonydentice8180

Жыл бұрын

id defo swap out the klr for a t7 if a decent deal comes around,

@Sarj_ent

Жыл бұрын

You can't beat the DR650 for around the world bike

Very nice Ben, is your dad going to take it off your hands.

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ian! I'm not sure yet honestly lol I think he thinks I'm going to change my mind still haha.

I may be the only one here, but i did not like the T7. Love the look on this bike, and l was so ready to trade my 800xc for this, but other than the look and the engine l could not like the bike in any way. Im here for the klr tho. Great work sir.

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

You didn't like how it felt to sit on and ride your saying? I honestly took a while to really fall for it. The comfort adjustments I did helped that process a lot but the hugeness of it is a little off putting. I'm not sure what it is exactly but it does seem to have a certain coldness to it, if that makes any sense. I think it just takes a little longer to bond with than other bikes.

Any dealers in the US taking orders for a Transalp 750?

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

I'm not sure, I'll have to email my local shop to see if they've heard anything.

Just curious have you ever had any issues with stalling?

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Nope. I've snubbed it off a few times but nothing out of the ordinary.

@gabrielkopp2036

Жыл бұрын

@@SwankyCatProductions that's what I thought..I've never had an issue with either..I had a guy comment on another channel try to say t7 has is know to stall...must just be a troll lol..love your content on both your t7 and klr650

do you drive with the high beams on?

@SwankyCatProductions

Ай бұрын

Yes, I always leave them on during the day. Helps get the attention of distracted car & UTV drivers.

@Jumpingplayer

Ай бұрын

@@SwankyCatProductions ah ok, concerning distracted drivers, I understand better. I was also considering fog light just for being seen, although I wouldn't need them at all

Keep the T7 videos coming

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

I've got a few more lined up before I sell it. If my dad buys it you'll still see it once in a while.

I bought the Africa Twin. Dealerships here all say they can't get Yamaha, don't see them on the sales floor. Suzuki is almost non existent here too. Every other brand plentiful. At least compared to 3 or 4 months ago.

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Yeah it's not an easy task finding one. I've seen several pop up used around here actually though which I assume will happen more and more as the other 700ish bikes start to hit the showroom floors.

@robbieandbeckie

Жыл бұрын

@@SwankyCatProductions Yes, that would be great to get a good deal on a used one. Patience....

@csiautodetail

Жыл бұрын

I got tired of looking for a T7, I found a few used, but people are trying to sell them for 2 or 3 thousand more than MRSP with 3 or 4k miles, crazy. I came across a good deal of a low miles KTM 1190 with a lot of freckles, and I pulled the trigger, I haven't regret it.

T7 is my 🦄 and thinking only the Norden 901 could change that. But thats all subjective because everyone is different.

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Yep, all depends what your looking for.

While I believe the T700 is one of the best bikes in its class it is important to be aware that any bikes in this class or larger can be extremely difficult to handle in genuine off road conditions. As long as buyers are aware of this fact they should be happy with their purchase. If you really require true off road performance along with somewhat decent on road performance you better get a DR650 while you still can.

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

100% agree. I probably should've hit that point a little harder. This bike is amazing off road for what it is, but wouldn't be nearly as good as something like a DR or DRZ. No comparison there.

@thehoelzels6316

Жыл бұрын

Except for for suspension and suspension upgrade options. That's where the T7 shines.

@jarrodleis4046

Жыл бұрын

@@thehoelzels6316 You can put a fancy pair of track shoes on a fat chic but she still ain’t gonna run the 100m in 10 seconds.

HP Corsa titanium high exhaust is awesome.

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Forgot about that one, thanks!

@mrams0504

Жыл бұрын

Mivv Dakar for Tenere 700 is also quite decent and works without cutting (just like HP Course)

Wish I could wheelie my R1250 like that

Video came out too late, bought a tenere 1200.

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

NOOOOOOO haha. How do you like it?

@Hunter1st

Жыл бұрын

@@SwankyCatProductions had to be real with myself, I drive on the road way more often than I'll ever take it on dirt, so the more touring oriented tenere was the play. Its awesome. Got it tuned to 130hp at the crank and it GOES. Full arrow exhaust, header and slip-on and a Dyno tune.

the gps and the monitor in my eyeview- couldnt ride like that...:-/

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

They only like like they're in the way because the cameras mounted to my chin.

It really is a big dirtbike.

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Indeed!

Bought it wihtout seeing this video. Now what? 😂😂

5k in a couple years? Need to ride more bud! And that's barely broken in! Geez

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

I've got three bikes, two ATVs, two kids and I live in a state that's covered in snow a quarter of the year. I ride as much as I can, bro. GeeeEEEeeeez!

I wish other riders would quit buying them so I could get one.

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Haha eventually they'll be available

want one so bad.....too bad I am broke :(

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

It's a bike worth waiting for but any bike you can ride is a good one!

@charlescummings1484

Жыл бұрын

Go fund me?

T 7 4life. sorry you have to get rid of it

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Definitely not looking forward to it lol

8:18 got to work on those slow riding skills buddy! Don't think it's the bike's fault lol

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Watch that clip back one more time...

@northof49adv

Жыл бұрын

@@SwankyCatProductions "not to putt around or it will send you into a tree 🎄"

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Right, and the clip of the bike going into the tree isn't me. I handle it just fine at slow speeds, doesn't mean it's easy to do though.

This is like a ''please i need likes and views''....

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

And how's that different from any other KZread video?

Rubbish right front he start

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your input.

Another click bait video

@SwankyCatProductions

Жыл бұрын

Attention grabbing, yes. Click bait, no.

@DorkintheRoad

Жыл бұрын

Clickbait would be if there was no actual Tenere content in the video. There seems to be quite a lot of it.

@fatrat1369

Жыл бұрын

Great video! it’s not click bait if it’s full of detailed information about the T7 from a TRUE owners perspective.

Too many adds. Poor channel.