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Originally Posted by tbone57  No way, that bike is great for the long hall and I drive 10-12 hour days without a problem.
I usually cruise at 60-70 mph and get 52-55 mpg flat ground. Sounds like your friend may be more jealous than concerned. Bigger cc's isn't always better, and your bike is one that makes many jealous for what is does as a complete package. One thing I added that helps for the long haul is the vista cruise control for about $25, easy to install. |
25 years ago, people were making the same trip, at highway speed and loaded up, on a Suzuki GS450. And they may have been asking the same questions you are about bigger engine CCs. I used to have a Yamaha Virago 535 (predecessor to the V-Star 650). That bike did everything, including 1,000 mile jaunts across the county. Several times. With a big heavy duffel bag on the back.
Your bike has more than enough power and is more than big enough. I wonder a little if you're getting caught up in the whole engine size "numbers' thing. Bigger bikes and more power has it's advantages in certain situations, such as adding a passenger, trailer and loading up the saddlebags. But unless you're gonna do all three of those things and ride the mountains, your bike will be fine.