Think I'm gonna go for a test on one of these - 1200 XE - just need to try as not sure as 6ft 2 It';; feel cramped.
The back end is awful but see that TEC do a nice tail tidy.
Heard lots about heat from the standard exhaust so might look into a DE-CAT set of pipes.
However the Trump brand still gives me shivers - had the first incarnation of the Explorer - think within the first 12 months of ownership it was in the workshop for about 6 of those - and after 2 years ownwership I think the tank & mirrors were the only original parts left on it!
I’ve got one, had it a year - it’s been faultless.
I’ve had one day where I noticed the heat from the cat, it was a summers day and I was stuck in heavy traffic...
I’m also 6’8” with a 36” leg... it’s roomy and I do not feel at all cramped...
I’ve taken the rubber inserts out the pegs which drops them a bit.....
Take your time setting up the suspension, I’ve got it just where I like it... great feedback but smooth enough to soak up our shit roads...
The engine power is superb for real use riding ... as in UK roads and the torque allows you to cannonball out of corners and roundabouts....
It’s a hoot to ride......
Yeah - some good aftermarket bits out there.
One question - whats this google maps sat nav audio thingy? Does it work?
It’s an optional extra - £200 ish - I don’t have it!
I've got a Scrambler XC and an R1200 R Sport (amongst other bikes)
yeah and a Steve McQueen edition and price increase
saw that - i have always loved the White/Green but obv not as popular as the Blue/black they have retained.
See the is the green / black from the XC availible on the XE
i see on the specs they are offering better heat distribution.... wonder if thats a retro fit?
I prefer the white/green by a country mile too
Re the heat, won’t a quick de-cat sort that for good?
Andres