1st. month with a 2008 Varadero, returning after a 10 years hiatus. Lot's of Ironbutt miles and certificates on an ST1300. Decided to try something diff. Looking at the tire threads right now , like the picture shows no technique and Tourance tires doesn't end well. 6 Km from home friends came to help. Thank-you SW- Moto crash bar's, sourcing a rear brake petal. All is good. CS