Recent content by scotty99


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    Puncture repair

    I've carried a Stop & Go kit for years now, and it works extremely well. Last month, on a tour of the US I used it to fix punctures on two bikes - both caused by nails. Mine is the one with the gun-type insertion tool. Scott.
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    Skid plate

    After reading the initial post in this thread, I did some research and ordered the Cosmo bash plate. I fitted it today without any major problems. It's small but seems to provide the required protection to the sump plug and the exhaust pipes. It also fitted with my Fehling engine bars without...
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    Work shop manual haynes or other?

    Haynes have a manual for the MT-09, Tracer and XSR-900 available for pre-order on their website. It's due out next month. Link here https://haynes.co.uk/catalog/motorcycle-manuals/yamaha-mt-09-tracer-and-xsr900-13-16-haynes-repair-manual Scott.
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    topbox on steel luggage rack

    Not a problem. I've got the standard Yamaha rear rack and fitted my Givi Monolock box using a standard Givi mounting plate. I think Yamaha's a bit concerned about users overloading the bike with both topbox and panniers. I have Metal Mule racks and panniers on mine, but remove the topbox when...
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    Panniers

    Metal Mule Panniers Hi, Metal Mule are now making pannier frames for their boxes for the Tracer. Mine arrived today and are now fitted. Service and delivery were excellent. Scott.
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    Panniers

    Hi. I sent Metal Mule an email a few days ago, asking if they planned to make racks for the Tracer. Just got a reply saying they're being finalised and should be available from the end of February. Another option for those of us who have (or want) decent hard cases instead of the plastic stuff...
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    Hi from Ayrshire

    Just picked up my new MT09 Tracer today! It's a fantastic bike and rides brilliantly. I traded in my XT660R, which was great fun, but hard work. Looking forward to doing some touring in the spring/summer - the Wild Atlantic Way in April, and the Pyrenees in July. My only complaint is the...


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