MD First Look: Triumph Explorer XC (Bike Reports) (News)

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One thing we took away from our double-test of the 2012 Triumph Explorer: it's an outstanding long-distance mount that is strong competition for BMW's GS series. However, it is more pavement-oriented than the Beemers, which is perhaps why Triumph will be offering a more dirt-worthy XC version alongside the standard Explorer for 2013. The new Explorer [...]

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MD Double-Tested: 2012 Triumph Explorer « MotorcycleDaily.com – Motorcycle News, Editorials, Product Reviews and Bike Reviews

"Triumph has clearly painted a big red bullseye on the BMW GS Adventure. From the single-sided swingarm to the rugged, angular lines, they are almost twins separated at birth. One whispers “Macht schnell!” in your ear, the other shouts “Tally ho, old chap!” It’s comfortable, and long-legged. Adventure bikes are the new touring bikes, and I like the change."

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[KTMphil]

Anyone seen Britbike's retail price for this yet?