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Originally Posted by Skyliner
Hi so out of these three bikes, which would make the best one for a RTW trip, and why?
XR650R
XR650L
650 Dominator
Thanks in advance.
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Clearly, no hard & fast answer. Many things factor in. Really your choice based on:
1. your needs (or perceived needs), likes, must haves
2. skill, background as a rider
3. skill, experience as a mechanic
4. Where you are, bikes available where you are?
5. Budget?
Ridden any of the 3 bikes?
The L and Dominator are similar, (same basic air cooled motor). The R is a totally different beast. Liquid cooled, 10 year newer design. It's the R model that is the multi time Baja 1000 winner.
But could make a good travel bike if set up well. But remember, it was designed as a race bike from the start, was never street legal (in USA anyway).
Both the R and L are very TALL bikes. Domi a bit lower, IIRC. If you're a shorty like me ... consider that.
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