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Bmw or xt660
Hi which bike do you think would be the best for overland travel the usual Morocco Europe and possibly further ,i am experienced biker and overlander but normal transport Landrover im 6ft and age 60 so need a bike thats comfortable and reliable mechanic by trade so can fix if needed I would appreciate your comments Bob
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hey bob- i drive the xt600z - so what i think.
the xt is a great bike for overland travel. i am right now on a trip germany to australia.
but its a one zylinder- so you have vibration. i am sure its more comfortable with a bmw 800. its also not so hight like the xt. but in my opinion the xt is more reliable.
i guess the bmw would be better for your trip.
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"Bmw or xt660"
being a tiny bit more specific, which "bmw" you had in mind, might help.
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I went through this debate a couple of months ago - settled on the XT660r. Two of them actually his n' hers. Lots lots cheaper than BMs and easy upgrades for travel, comfy and 60+mpg. We are liking them so far but not done a big trip yet.
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Originally Posted by pecha72
"Bmw or xt660"
being a tiny bit more specific, which "bmw" you had in mind, might help.
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This was my first thought when I got to read this thread.
I would suggest that you read back through this section of the HUBB that contains lots of discussions that compare two or more bikes.
For instance, just one example -
http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hub...a-xtx660-54216
But, those who own a beemer will talk about it and those who own the other bike will recommend that one, so you will still have to make up your own mind by flipping a coin, or whatever.
You might find enlightenment by reading the technical sections - in this case for BMW and Yam, to see what is said, in some detail, about specific models of bikes.
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"Bmw or xt660"
being a tiny bit more specific, which "bmw" you had in mind, might help.
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I was thinking 1150gs adventure
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I was thinking 1150gs adventure
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1150 GS Adv vs XT660 ?
Interesting comparison...
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1150 GS Adv vs XT660 ?
Interesting comparison...
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Yes i know they are worlds apart having done a bit more research i am going to get the GS 1150 adventure they seem to be good value secondhand with around 30k on the clock ,im sure if the bike has been well serviced it will do all i need it to Thanks for your comments Bob
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Well after trying a GS Adventure im going to change my mind and go for a XT660z dont fancy picking up the GS when its fallen over and the XT feels like a better bike for the offroad stuff ,just need to find a comfortable seat any ideas ? Bob
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