My bike

[Scouser]

I told you it was big and that includes the photo. You can see above the hedges and 4×4’s. The linked braking is weird though; you press the back and the front comes on as well and vice versa, 60:40 split.
Suspension is quite soft with 36 settings on the rear but no adjustment on the front. Hand guards are handy (pardon the pun) keeps the wind chill off. The V twin is the firestorm engine but torqued down to 90BHP, but its good for 140mph on private roads of course!

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[imperialdata]

A very nice example Scouser. Many miles on the clock?

[Stan_DB]

Hows the Varadero doing on rough road? Heavy, moderate or light to handle? We have a few nice second hands for sale here in the Philippines and was thinking of getting one to head of in the mountains (this is job wise, cant get there with a cage or 4×4 and i blew up my KDX engine 2 weeks ago, sigghhh, FZX no good for where im going). Locals claim they are to short to ride a Varadero (its their reason why they sell, got me wondering?!?) , i can handle a KDX 200SR hight so im sure im tall enough for a Varadero.
Would love to hear some more about off-road use with this beauty.

Greetz,

Stan.

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[Scouser]

ID, Mileage is 12500, put another 110 on today to Matlock and back with Digger.
The bike is very torquey Stan DB but when you say take the bike off-road you mean just dirt / gravel tracks? It could handle them no problem but other than that it is too heavy for serious off roading. I’m only 5’10” and I’m on my tiptoes, but you can soften the suspension to give a bigger footprint contact. You would also have to fit the ‘knobbly’ off road tyres, but its a brilliant workhorse and suprises many riders withs its punchy take-up on acceleration. Since the photo I’ve fitted Givi crash bars, which are massive, Radar calls them Bull bars, the bike also has a headlamp protector and a rear hugger fitted as after market items.
Tank range is 200miles, clock and two trip counters are standard. The 2004 model now has 6 gears and has a digital dash, competitors are the BMW 1150G, Aprillia Capanord and Suzuki V-Strom

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[PINGU]

Scouser
Handsome looking beastie that is and nothing like the BMW/JCB GS’s I like it would suit me well as I’m 6’2″ my little Bandit would look like a toy next that thing!!!

REHAB IS FOR QUITTERS…

[Scouser]

Pingu / Stan
Some more info:
Honda’s class-leading Adventure Touring flagship, the mighty and majestic XL1000V Varadero, opens up a whole new world of riding frontiers to give you the most far-ranging blend of motorcycling enjoyment you’ve ever had the pleasure to experience. Powered by a slim, high-performance fuel-injected 1000cc V-twin engine and ruggedly outfitted for long-distance expeditions over virtually any road you might encounter, the XL1000V Varadero feels just as strong and confident sailing down the motorways as it is exploring less travelled backroads in your search for new adventures.

Its broad, windbreaking fairing, progressive long-travel suspension and comprehensive accommodations for two ensure exceptional riding comfort. And the XL1000V Varadero’s easily attached optional luggage system makes longer trips as easy to prepare for as pack, snap on and go. The XL1000V Varadero is also available in an ABS version that complements its responsive Dual Combined Brakes with the confident control of the world’s most advanced motorcycle Antilock Brake System for smooth and swiftly effective stopping control in virtually any road and riding conditions, and a much-appreciated boost in operating confidence when roads turn nasty.

Colours

Shield Silver Metallic
Mute Black Metallic
Pearl Breezy Blue Specifications

Engine Type – Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-valve DOHC 90° V-twin
Displacement – 996cm3
Bore x Stroke – 98 x 66mm
Compression Ratio – 9.8 : 1
Max. Power Output – 69kW/8,000min-1 (95/1/EC)
Max. Torque – 98Nm/6,000min-1 (95/1/EC)
Idling Speed – 1,200min-1
Oil Capacity – 4.1 litres
Carburation – PGM-FI electronic fuel injection
Throttle Bore – 42mm
Aircleaner – Viscous, cartridge-type paper filter
Fuel Tank Capacity – 25 litres (including 4-litre warning light reserve)
Ignition System – Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance
Ignition Timing – 10° BTDC (idle) ~ 45° BTDC (4,500min-1)
Sparkplug Type – IJR8B9 (NGK)
Starter – Electric
Battery Capacity – 12V/18AH
ACG Output – 434W
Headlights – 12V 60W x 2 (low) / 55W x 2 (high)
Clutch – Wet, multiplate with coil springs
Clutch Operation – Mechanical; cable-actuated
Transmission Type – 6-speed
Primary Reduction – 1.682 (44/74)
Gear Ratios – 1 2.571 (14/36), 2 1.684 (19/32), 3 1.292 (24/31), 4 1.100 (30/33), 5 0.969 (32/31), 6 0.853 (34/29)
Final Reduction – 2.938 (16/47)
Final Drive – O-ring sealed chain
Frame – Diamond; steel tube
Dimensions – (LxWxH) 2,295 x 925 x 1,500mm
Wheelbase – 1,560mm
Caster Angle – 27° 30′
Trail – 110mm
Turning Radius – 2.58m
Seat Height – 838mm
Ground Clearance – 181mm
Dry Weight – 235kg (*241.5kg)
Kerb Weight – 262 (F: 122kg; R: 140kg) (*268.5 (F: 123kg; R: 141.5kg))
Max. Carrying Capacity – 201kg
Loaded Weight – 414kg (F: 154kg; R: 260kg) (*420.5kg (F: 155kg; R: 265.5kg))
Suspension – Front, 43mm telescopic fork, 155mm axle travel, Rear – Pro-Link damper with 40-step spring preload (*and stepless rebound damping) adjustment, 145mm axle travel
Wheels – Front, Hollow-section triple-spoke cast aluminium, Rear – Hollow-section triple-spoke cast aluminium
Rim Size – Front, 19M/C x MT2.50, Rear – 17M/C x MT4.00
Tyre Size – Front, 110/80 R19M/C (59H), Rear – 150/70 R17M/C (69H)
Tyre Pressure – Front, 250kPa, Rear – 250kPa (with passenger: 280kPa)
Brakes – Front, 296 x 4.5mm dual hydraulic disc with Combined 3-piston callipers (*ABS) and sintered metal pads, Rear – 256 x 5mm hydraulic disc with Combined 3-piston calliper

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