hi all, i just got me an 09 tenere 660.
looking to tweak the engine somewhat.
found lots of stuff allready.
bike's got about 65000km on the clock.
if anyone should thik i need to check certain things engine-wise, let me know.
engine runs ok as far as i know,starts well.
the lock for the key is a bit worn, i need to fiddle the key to get it turned.
can i clean this out ,as there's some grease in it i think.
or could i orde a different lock and keep the same keys?
i assume this will need to be reprogrammed by a dealer, or is there a procedure to perform the programming?

i allso plan to do some travelling, but as many gravel/unpaved roads as possible :-)

any fellow Belgians that can redirect me to places to buy stuff (in our country) for the bike at the right price, please do so :-)

cheers, Hannes.

Hello hannes and welcome aboard.
Great choice of bike pal.
That mileage isn't a worry on these robust engines.
Are you looking to run panniers for your travels,either soft or hard.
Performance wise a decat standard or free flow system combined with a fuel mod and free flow filter setup can help.
Could recommend these boys for pannier racks and main stand
http://www.heavyduties.ro/yamaha/

Colin J

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2011 xt660z.
Yoshimura cans ,kev mod,Dna 2, Stahlkoffer panniers,Hepco Becker box,Givi crash bars,Mita e07 tyres.

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Welcome!

My vote goes to Heavy Duty for panniers etc.
Quality and super prices.

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Vasilis/Bill
xt660z 10ere

thanks all so far.
i have all 3 paniers from GIVI but i think they will rattle to pieces on rough roads,no? allso it's safer for myself,when i crash, the paniers won't break my leg or foot. that's why i concider soft luggage systems...

Welcome to the forum. ....the sticky key is a known minor issue , best to thoroughly clean the lock and dry it with an airline and lube it with graphite. And for trails in Europe check out the TET..trans European Trail . All the info is online. Steve

don't think it's a sticky key, rather worn out key lock.the bike's got about 65000km now.
seems like there's some kind of grey grease in it already.
can i just spray brake cleaner in it and blow it out with air?

TET is on my list , as soon as weather becomes better, i'm out for it with some friends :-D first our own country (Belgium) 2-3 days riding and camping. good test for a bigger trip in Europe...

Welcome...biggest and best mod imho is to join the forum as a member..everything inside and your supporting the forum too.

Brake cleaner will be ok to use.

made my donation this morning ;-)