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Originally Posted by Warthog
The TEN-12 is heavier than a GSA,
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Ah, I feel somewhat responsible for this, having stated it earlier, based on the information from BMUU......
The 1200GS-A is, in stock form lighter than the XT1200Z, but the XT comes with all the extras already loaded and included in the weight, whereas the 1200GS-A isn't. ABS for instance is a further 10Kg's! 10Kg's, what's it made from, lead!
So in ABS for the two bikes are, at least on paper about the same.
I think the Yam will sell, but alas not to the likes of me, but it will sell and dealers have already taken orders for them. I think the fact that someone will order a bike, for a considerable sum of money, without seeing it, sitting on it or riding it is in itself in the spirit of adventure. I did with my 660Z, but the money was some £9000 less than what you part with for a 1200Z (OK , I bought mine 2 years ago).
I've noticed some posts having a go at the 660 Tenere, I think if people were to actually experience the ride of one of these, then many of those oppinions and speculations would be put to bed, as they say.