Sorry Rushy but it’s most definitely a Crosstourer.
I know, I’ve had one for 4 years Dave
Sorry Rushy but it’s most definitely a Crosstourer.
I know, I’ve had one for 4 years Dave
I like the engine but what a heavy lump it is.
In addition the standard luggage is a complete abomination. Looks like retro Craven stuff but not in a good way.
Love the DCT it’s great , also need to give it a chance.
Reference DCT , are peeps using sport and the buttons when required , what have you found best ?
Will give the Bridgestone a try , it is heavy you’re right.
Bought this bike untested which I’ve done many times before , however this times it’s caught me out.
Love the DCT it’s great , also need to give it a chance.
Reference DCT , are peeps using sport and the buttons when required , what have you found best ?
Got a trip to Austria in August so will persevere till then.
Not got any panniers , just a 58 litre box.
Panniers do looks bit duff so will just strap a bag on the seat rather than she’ll out for panniers for 1 trip
As you can see, I had a 2012 DCT.
The engine is excellent, smooth and powerful throughout the rev range
I loved the DCT although the D mode changed a bit early and S a bit late’ so most of the time I rode in S mode but changed up using the handlebar switch before getting too high in the revs. Automatic down changes in S mode were perfect and gave good engine braking
l had absolutely no problem with throttle control even maneuvering in and out of the garage around cars
The seat was comfy (and was improved on the later models) and there is slightly more room for rider and passenger than on a GS LC and more leg room
Brakes are plenty good although not as good as the GS and the Honda linked system is less intrusive than the BMW system
The bike is heavy when wheeling about but as soon as you’re moving the weight disappears by magic
They handle well when set up even on standard suspension but this is unfortunately the weak point of the bike, the front is very harsh and needs softening off almost to the max, the rear is the opposite, I had to run on maximum preload all the time
Of course that’s just my own opinions
Hope that helps
Will give the Bridgestone a try , it is heavy you’re right.
Bought this bike untested which I’ve done many times before , however this times it’s caught me out.
Love the DCT it’s great , also need to give it a chance.
Reference DCT , are peeps using sport and the buttons when required , what have you found best ?
Got a trip to Austria in August so will persevere till then.
Not got any panniers , just a 58 litre box.
Panniers do looks bit duff so will just strap a bag on the seat rather than she’ll out for panniers for 1 trip
Not sure about the DCT settings on the Crosstourer, but on the ATAS D changes up really early and has the engine labouring at low revs (or at least thats my impression / opinion). S2 works well for me.
This is exactly what I would’ve written
Reference the DCT see leadfarmers post above
I don’t use the panniers , they are great but huge so I too just put a dry bag on the back seat if necessary along with a 48L topbox.
The CT can be in top at 35-36 mph on the flat in D and changes up very early like you’ve found . The CT though only has one sport mode unlike your AT ....
My CT has 3 sports modes , well it has 3 bars in S mode anyway ?
Is yours the “ Mark 3 “ with the flip up screen then ? The Mark 1 and my Mark 2 don’t so they must have added it following on from the AT launch, didn’t realise that
Thank you l found it.
Have you done the veejay settings ?
And what did you notice ?
Thx in advance
Hi, I used Veejay’s settings and fine tuned them to suit me
Here’s what I posted on the CT forum, hope it helps
https://www.crosstourer.com/index.php/topic,4464.msg44924.html#msg44924
Thanks for that , wind deflectors ?
Don't be silly. It'll be for sale within 3 months, knowing Nick!
Does anyone know of a taller aftermarket seat available for the CT ? A mate bought a new bike today and being Gigantor, would like a few cms extra height on the seat.