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Garythebook said:
TT1138 said:
Are you sure you don’t want to buy something more interesting, like a fridge or a washing machine?
Aw sarcasm....when you have nothing to contribute.....Guess that's a no then. Edited by Garythebook on Wednesday 16th February 20:35
I see it as a nice alternative to ubiquitous adventure bikes that will never go off-road (like the one I have for instance). More options are always better than less options!
Garythebook said:
Aw sarcasm....when you have nothing to contribute.....Guess that's a no then.
I can’t understand the anticipation for them that’s all. It’s an underpowered, under-specced commuter bike based on the dullest of the adventure bikes. Unless you need the DCT box I can’t think of a single reason why anyone would buy one. Edited by Garythebook on Wednesday 16th February 20:35
F900XR TE, Versys 1000 and Yamaha FJ09 offer the same practicality in more interesting platforms with better technology.
TT1138 said:
I can’t understand the anticipation for them that’s all. It’s an underpowered, under-specced commuter bike based on the dullest of the adventure bikes. Unless you need the DCT box I can’t think of a single reason why anyone would buy one.
F900XR TE, Versys 1000 and Yamaha FJ09 offer the same practicality in more interesting platforms with better technology.
I agree but you missed off overpriced.F900XR TE, Versys 1000 and Yamaha FJ09 offer the same practicality in more interesting platforms with better technology.
A GSX S1000GT is cheaper and superior in every respect. Only a Honda fanboy would buy this or as you say someone needing a DCT.
jjones said:
I had a 2018 africa twin ATAS, the build quality was the worst on any bike I have ever owned (which is around 20 and one of those was a 1960s BSA) which was a shame as it rode brilliantly and I loved the DCT.
This bike should have a shaft drive.
What was up with it? This bike should have a shaft drive.
Don't get why people are moaning about a lack of power though. It's more than enough for road use and certainly not 'underpowered"
Biker9090 said:
jjones said:
I had a 2018 africa twin ATAS, the build quality was the worst on any bike I have ever owned (which is around 20 and one of those was a 1960s BSA) which was a shame as it rode brilliantly and I loved the DCT.
This bike should have a shaft drive.
What was up with it? This bike should have a shaft drive.
Don't get why people are moaning about a lack of power though. It's more than enough for road use and certainly not 'underpowered"
black-k1 said:
Most bikes of 500cc and over have enough for the road. Underpowered is relative to its completion and market expectations.
As far as I can see it's a similar weight and power to the V Strom and Versys. I can't see the Triumphs wet weight.Seems to slot in fine power wise.
Biker9090 said:
What was up with it?
Don't get why people are moaning about a lack of power though. It's more than enough for road use and certainly not 'underpowered"
240kg bike plus 90kg rider and 70kg pillion plus full luggage will feel slow with 100bhp. Don't get why people are moaning about a lack of power though. It's more than enough for road use and certainly not 'underpowered"
Fundamental it’s too expensive for its spec.
Biker9090 said:
What was up with it?
Not forgetting this was a 2018 machine:1) Paint flakes the size of 5p pieces coming off the frame (particularly around front brackets but also underneath)
2) Frame rust, around most of the welds
3) Frame weld awful quality and lots of spatter that was simply painted over
4) Moisture in the clocks
5) Seat seam looked ready to give up in one spot
6) Fasteners all corroded
7) Anodising badly corroded and pitting on both wheels
8) Heated grips only got to about 50% of the heat of oxfords
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