Yamaha XT660R
Alright all. Some of you may have seen in route planning that myself and a few friends are looking to do a route across europe next year of approx 4600 Miles.
The time frame is not very long and the route is subjext to change. However I am looking for a bike to do the journey on. One on the options is a Yamaha XT660R. My reason for looking at this bike is due to the fact it has an off road capability. I am not looking at serious cross country stuff. Just the ability that if I see a road / track I want to go down I can be happy the machine will get me through it.
The only thing I am not too happy about is it having only a 15litre tank. Are you able to get abigger replacement or is it just a case of keeping a jerry can with you? What sort of MPG are owners getting? I have been reading between 50-70. Does this seem about right?
How comfy do people find it for distance? Will it cope for prolonged periods of 80mph cruising?
The others bike I am looking at are naked sports bikes. Obviously offering a lot more power and speed but I cant help thinking that more fun could be had on the XT660.
Not to mention that it will be much easier to carry out any repairs. Well over to you for advice.
Thanks in advance.
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