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Seems that all we have is overkill in the US. I have seen travel documentaries of Thailand. Looks very nice.

I agree with overkill for myself riding. I was not sure that the 650 I toured with was that much of overkill and I was alone but heavily packed. I would say that an 865 should be ok for me and a passenger.



Yeah, I find that a 600 or a 650 would be just right, with an 800cc engine having enough of a reserve to pull in those rare situations when you need the extra oomph. The bottom line is that a Speedmaster or America is just fine for 2up touring. There's no need to go for a 1600cc bike.



no you will find your self down shifting to get that pull your talking about... when 2 up full loaded with these bikes ..buts that ok they do it just fine ..and yes you will have to make the bike fit you for the long ride..
some people put on different bars, seats,floor boards.mid pegs,back rest ..all stuff to make it better for them..and I bet some people do nothing ...

I now use my RT3 for all my riding ..would I go back to my America no....does that 850lbs & 2300cc make a difference oh yes ..a big one..and now lets but this in the hands of hands of some one that does not have a penis..."my wife"...she has many miles on my bikes..has over 800 miles days one each bike..the America,Tiger 1050,Rocket tour...
and will tell you the Rocket wins hands down then the Tiger then the America..but if you look at the order that is also the way the run in price ..

so remember when Touring 2 up look to the one seating behind you..

and I still say the America or speedy will do the job just fine ..its the best bang for bucks bike out there ..

ED

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