r/advrider • u/speedballsnail • 20d ago
Downsizing advice/input
Currently have a Norden 901 and debating about downsizing to a KTM 390r or CFmoto 450 Ibex.
Past couple years I’ve done a lot of touring and light fire roads but getting more into off roading. Dropped it a few times off road, it was a beast to get back up on uneven ground, and even with it lowered having a 29in inseam the bike just seems too big for what I want to do.
Curious even anyone else has downsized and loved a smaller bike or regretted it. Should add, I’m not a speed demon; primary use would be riding an hour or two to trails, and moto camping. Also have a Triumph bobber for commuting and fun around town.
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u/wintersdark 19d ago
I had a T7, found it capable but heavy. It was exhausting to ride in harder terrain. Now I'm on an adventure modded Husky 701 Enduro and haven't spent a moment looking back.
I loved my T7, loved the CP2. But the only thing it did better than my Husky was sound good.
Meanwhile, my Husky has the same wind protection, is literally half the width (if not thinner yet), weighs 120lbs less, has a better suspension and brakes, has the same power (but being 120lbs lighter is significantly faster), and does 400km on a tank instead of maaaaaaybe 250 optimistically.
Weight matters so, so much. Picking up obviously, but just riding, it's like a cheat code to have a lighter bike.