Scrambler007
Active Member
Funny some complain about the ST being too soft…like many complained about the Africa being too soft. Ill give the ST a year as there is indeed a lot to love about it (not to mention the 42000km valve check instead on 24000km on the AT).I have/had the same problem.
After having CRF1000 (both, standard nad AdvSports) I was never satisfied with how ST deals poor tarmac. Yes, playing with ES (ZE) settings "helps" a little but it will never be like AT. While AT was soaking bumps, ST more jumps over them. Back wheel hitting bumps on ST sometimes is terrible.
Soft suspension + 21 front tyre make AT better (more comfortable) on bad streets. If I had this info before buying ST it would definitely influence my decision.
But today I'm not sorry for buying ST. I think for 2 up it is a slightly better bike than AT.
Seating position, seat comfort, shaft, wind protection, tubeless, cruise control are pros for ST.
Comfort (on bad streets) and great look for AT.
But all of this is individually.
For exampe, I have feeling that ST is lighter than CRF1000. For me it was harder to maneuver AT when fully loaded.
And for me, ST behaves the best with Heidenau. In the moment I have TKC70, but after that Heidenau is back.
I remember trying an ST 3 years ago and it felt much smoother…I have a feeling with a passenger it will ride much better (the AT was also more comfortable 2 up). Wondering if anyone has tried changing the oil in the suspension?
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