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Originally Posted by yuma simon
But, would be a much simpler option than trying to street-legalize an off-road bike. Unless he is planning some really back roads, the L would be the easier option for the US--I have never ridden it, but have heard the Trans Am trail doesn't need an extreme off-road bike to ride, if he was planning to ride that.
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Oh I agree (which is what I suggested in my first post, along with the DR650/KLR650 etc) - I got the impression he had his heart set on the 650R, that's all...
I've seen some very nicely modified 650Ls (check out the Adv Rider website for more on dual-sport bikes in the USA) and there is a lot to be said for buying a road legal machine, especially if you are on a limited time frame - a lot less hassle!
I just wanted to point out to anyone else reading this thread that the XR650R and XR650L are two very different machines - as you say, you've got to want what the 650R offers to make the (potential) hassle worthwhile, for general tour/trail riding, the 650L has a lot going for it...
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