Originally Posted by JMo (Post 175425)

I certainly don't want to undermine the chance of Uberthumper making a sale, but for info - the KTM 950/990 and the later versions of the 640 Adventure all had twin front discs on WP forks... I'm not sure if they are handed or simply two left legs in essence, with the correct front wheel/hub to take twin discs...

That could be an option too?

Jx

Originally Posted by JMo (Post 175478)

I agree with Singleminded - the Transalp would be a better option - the DL650 just won't cut it [off road], and while it might be a fun project, the end result is going to look pretty home-made unless you are a wizz with bodywork...

If the older 650 (or even current 700) Transalp doesn't do it for you, how about something like a Honda Dominator, or even a Kawasaki KLR650...

But ultimately, the current XT660Z Tenere really is the best of that class of bike for refinement vs. genuine off-road ability... hopefully Fiddich can convince you!

Jen xx

Originally Posted by uberthumper (Post 175480)

Try finding a twin-disc KTM front end ;)

Originally Posted by maxwell123455 (Post 175487)

Im too big for the old transalp, plus it feels too heavy/slow, the newer 700 just doesnt have any feel, fun, character (my uncle, dad and others all had a test ride on one when it was released and all had the same issues as above so its not just me)

Ive no issues with the bike looking a bit home made, i like that look, ive even considered getting one of the 04/05 versions, chopping it like ive said then rat biking it.

Hmm considered the dominator but again not really what im looking for, same with the klr

Yep lets hope the tenere is what im looking for

Originally Posted by SingleMinded (Post 175496)

... if not....

why not by an Africa Twin, or old SuperTenere?

... oh ... ah... too old?

Originally Posted by JMo (Post 175478)

But ultimately, the current XT660Z Tenere really is the best of that class of bike for refinement vs. genuine off-road ability... hopefully Fiddich can convince you!

Jen xx

Originally Posted by Fiddich (Post 175501)

Max is such a tease, he knows whats best for him but I don't care how big his wallet is he aint getting my Ten.:smilies0947::YellowWink_VZHUX5:

Originally Posted by maxwell123455 (Post 175503)

As i say i know now after i few different bikes what i think i want, and this bike (ie the next one i get) in my mind im going to keep again for a good 4-5 years like i did with my XTR, so's going to have to be able to handle a good 40k miles being put on by me and also a good bit of off roading.