Just picked up a TE310. Can someone help me out?

Thanks guys. Guess it can't hurt to clean everything up and keep it.

Man, you have TWO dealers within 45 miles........

keep the charcoal cannister. Some cops/rangers will tag you for it and it's a $1500 fine for modifying your emissions control IIRC.

What do they do, test you out in the middle of nowhere??

Bike worked great this past weekend in death valley. (pictures HERE) Initial impressions are:
- Bike ened up getting just about 60 MPG (on the road between trails). Huge plus!!!
- Seat makes your ass feel as though you just got out of a turkish prison (I know it's not for comfort, but neither is my Streetfighter and THAT feels like a plush couch compared to this)
- Definitely more rideable after making the adjustments listed above. Still think I'll go with a power commander though
- Note to self, ride the with your boots and make adjustments to foot controls BEFORE heading out next time.
- Love this thing!!

Congrats on all- having someone competent that has the tools and knowledge is the fastest way resolve. Raising the idle, makes a big difference in feel and smoothness when you are on and off the throttle. From here the bike will smooth out with break in and you'll become more accustomed to its characteristics. The seat issue... of course you can buy different foam, or entirely different seats, but yours will soften up some with use. Also, don't forget to stand up. Standing up and wearing good 'bike shorts' is necessary. Aside from that- saddle time makes all the difference. Remember "the best upgrade is $600 in gasoline through your tank"- guarantee you'll be faster and having more fun after you spend that, plus the work is memorable.

Yes, standing up of course makes a huge difference. But the problem wasn't in the dirt, it was on the fairly long (for the husky) rides on-road to the different spots. Not a huge deal but definitely worthy of some new foam.

We're going to ride some of the areas in the foothills soon. Also saw some USFS areas near Mendocino that look promising. Any suggestions?

That's great milage.... Mine is about 42 mpg or 85 miles when my reserve light comes on, but that's more of a slow roads and dirt mix. Good you got it sorted. I need to check out Death Valley sometime. Nice photos BTW.

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It's obvious just by looking at the bike that it's missing. They probably won't hassle you for that alone, but if you already got their attention...

Yeah standing up when off road is important. BUT - when I see someone stand up when ON ROAD - and looking around like they some king of the road - frustrates me to no end. I was in town , and saw this guy on some bigger dual sport with the luggage stuff, and standing up while putting along in town road traffic - looking around like he's a king of the throne. I actually passed him and signed with my right hand to sit... lmao - just looks dumb if you do it on-road. so dumb. off road where there's gnarley bumps and stuff - ya totally understandable.. on road makes u look like the biggest toolbox.

I'd stand every now and then while on-road but only for relief. At 55-60 mph on this thing though it's like opening a parachute. So.....that's why some better foam might be in order.

Thanks John.

Well there's some instances yah it's fine, possibly temporary to 'look for' somebody or something . But this guy, I was behind him going through a touristy town (20-25 mph roads) , and he was standing up looking around on his bike for at least 5 minutes straight (never sitting back down mind you) before I finally passed him. Like trying to be the 'alpha-dog' and so proud of his 900 dual sport or whatever it was - standing tall on his throne. Just looks obnoxious in my opinion - but if that's what you do - then so be it. You sure as heck will never see me doing it. Off road completely different story. Or temporarily standing up to look for something. But this dude was doing it like 'I'm the man, look at me' - cause he wasn't sitting back down.. just standing -- his bike sure looked like it had a comfortable seat when I vrooomed by him hehe - maybe im being unjust, but was annoying to watch especially since those type of bikes have a very comfy seat.

On long rides (12-14+ hours) I like to stand as long as I can when I can where it's legal, before getting back up to highway speed. One day (s) I rode from 6am until 2:30am the following day, with only brief breaks. I hope I don't ruin your day if you see me going through your town while standing on the pegs.