XT660Z write up in this months BIKE magazine - Page 4 - .: XT660.com

enduro374 · # 31 13-12-12, 10:41

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Originally Posted by RickM

But strong enough for your average trail bike.

Agreed with 'average' use.

If someone was serious about racing then no doubt they would think about changing the wheels. Personally, I would think about a WR450 - not that I can afford to go racing :-(

Depends what racing you're planning and I have previously raced a WR450 - Very nice bike.

I'm now getting prepared to ride in the BBRC so I need a single cylinder bike that fits with the Trail Bike Class over 575cc and there is a very restricted choice. The obvious answer is the 690R and it may just come to that if the Ten' breaks!

Gas_Up_Lets_Go · # 32 13-12-12, 11:11

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Originally Posted by RickM

any Tiger owner seen any better than 42 mpg ?? (Gas Up??)

Urm..... dunno.

Never take any notice of the MPG, I was getting (was, because the tiger is tucked away for the winter, as I'm not convinced it's as hardy as the Ten) just over 150 per tank, but the bike is new and has done,,, erm about 750 miles maybe..

Useless me

aren't I

I find MPG figures as misleading as suspension settings and tyre choice. There are two many variables with bikes, not least that the rider may not be riding the single as optimum as possible, whereas the triple rides more like a 4cylinder, so this may skew the results.

RickM · # 33 13-12-12, 23:11

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Originally Posted by enduro374

I'm now getting prepared to ride in the BBRC so I need a single cylinder bike that fits with the Trail Bike Class over 575cc and there is a very restricted choice. The obvious answer is the 690R and it may just come to that if the Ten' breaks!

And good luck to ya fella! Hats off to anyone that can throw a 200+kg bike around off road (the Ten, that is. I know the KTM is lighter)

The most I ever managed was a 150ish kg 1990 DR650 - a bit of trail riding but mostly mx practice tracks. Did a hare and hounds on it with totally inappropriate tyres for the muddy conditions. Bloody knackered I was!!!

RickM · # 34 14-12-12, 00:16

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Originally Posted by Gas_Up_Lets_Go

Urm..... dunno.

Never take any notice of the MPG, I was getting (was, because the tiger is tucked away for the winter, as I'm not convinced it's as hardy as the Ten) just over 150 per tank, but the bike is new and has done,,, erm about 750 miles maybe..

Useless me

aren't I

Mais non, mon ami!

I find MPG figures as misleading as suspension settings and tyre choice. There are two many variables with bikes, not least that the rider may not be riding the single as optimum as possible, whereas the triple rides more like a 4cylinder, so this may skew the results.

Yep, sure thing. But it's interesting to see what is obtainable - especially as I spend so much on petrol each year (nuts, that reminds me - tax return due soon

)

Like Keith, I've always found my Ten (and the DR650 before that) quite consistent in mpg. And yeah - the Fuelly website is quite useful for getting a general view of mpg.
Given that motorbike journos mpg figures are often on the pessimistic side (including that for the Ten) it is VERY uplifting to see them quoting the 800GS at 60mpg.

enduro374 · # 35 14-12-12, 12:21

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Originally Posted by RickM

And good luck to ya fella! Hats off to anyone that can throw a 200+kg bike around off road (the Ten, that is. I know the KTM is lighter)

The most I ever managed was a 150ish kg 1990 DR650 - a bit of trail riding but mostly mx practice tracks. Did a hare and hounds on it with totally inappropriate tyres for the muddy conditions. Bloody knackered I was!!!

Which is why I'm trying to shed what weight I can. Suspension will be the really limiting factor in particular the forks, so I'll be giving this some attention too. Fortunately I won't need to fill the tank brim full so that will help too.

RickM · # 36 23-12-12, 13:09

There's quite a few 800XC's popping up second hand - especially with a good helping of added accessories. I was tempted but mpg is a BIG issue for me.

So......

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Originally Posted by RickM

Given that motorbike journos mpg figures are often on the pessimistic side (including that for the Ten) it is VERY uplifting to see them quoting the 800GS at 60mpg.

and following a successful test ride (including doing 60-65mph against a significant head wind and still reading 63mpg on the on-board computer) I shall soon be taking delivery of very clean one owner 800GS from it's servicing dealer.

Dandy · # 37 23-12-12, 19:50

MPG ----- I get high 40`s out of my Tiger 800 and about 10 more from my XTR but I dont count or worry that much. Remembering back a while I used to get 90 plus from my 125 but hey top speed was 65mph.I would not buy and ride a motorcycle with two much emphasis on economy.

mash101 · # 38 24-12-12, 10:38

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Originally Posted by Dandy

MPG ----- I get high 40`s out of my Tiger 800 and about 10 more from my XTR but I dont count or worry that much. Remembering back a while I used to get 90 plus from my 125 but hey top speed was 65mph.I would not buy and ride a motorcycle with two much emphasis on economy.

+1 !!!!! Biker = petrol head
If you can afford a decent bike, petrol will be one of the lowest running costs....

uberthumper · # 39 24-12-12, 10:41

Depends how much you ride it.

mash101 · # 40 24-12-12, 11:19

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Originally Posted by uberthumper

Depends how much you ride it.

Sure, but that also affects depreciation, wear & tear, maintenance costs etc.....
It all stacks up, but for those of us lucky enough to afford a bike, fuel is not the no. 1 cost.

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