I'm thinking of changing over from a six month, 6,000 mile only GS to a new RT and am trying one out tomorrow.
I seem to be doing quite a bit of weekend touring and also do some night rides when it tends to be a bit more chilly, so the idea of more wind/rain protection appeals - also a heated seat which I've never tried.
I have used an RT a few times but these are the Blood Bike ones with extra blue lights, light pole etc and so I guess these will be quite a bit heavier than the standard RT. They are also older bikes with quite a bit of mileage.
I found that they tended to dive in to bends quicker than the GS.
To be honest I am really pleased with my current bike, apart from the lack of wind and rain protection etc and so I'm hesitant to jump.
I suspect that the test ride will help me decide but would appreciate any help from those who have switched from a GS to an RT about whether or not you've regretted it.
I'm going to Spain and France in just over a month with four mates who ride Pans or FJRs and wonder if I should change before I go, or use my GS and change after the tour. They like the better weather protection given by these tourers.
Did it take you long to get used to the RT coming from a GS?
Any thoughts / advice appreciated.
I seem to be doing quite a bit of weekend touring and also do some night rides when it tends to be a bit more chilly, so the idea of more wind/rain protection appeals - also a heated seat which I've never tried.
I have used an RT a few times but these are the Blood Bike ones with extra blue lights, light pole etc and so I guess these will be quite a bit heavier than the standard RT. They are also older bikes with quite a bit of mileage.
I found that they tended to dive in to bends quicker than the GS.
To be honest I am really pleased with my current bike, apart from the lack of wind and rain protection etc and so I'm hesitant to jump.
I suspect that the test ride will help me decide but would appreciate any help from those who have switched from a GS to an RT about whether or not you've regretted it.
I'm going to Spain and France in just over a month with four mates who ride Pans or FJRs and wonder if I should change before I go, or use my GS and change after the tour. They like the better weather protection given by these tourers.
Did it take you long to get used to the RT coming from a GS?
Any thoughts / advice appreciated.