M.G

Very good 🤣

The GT is fitted with 2 side cases that are approx 6kg EACH - 13.2 LBs and I believe that the newer adjustable suspension is a bit heavier and the quick shifter also adds a touch of weight - as rightly reported weights do vary somewhat but I certainly don’t think it’s a ‘heavy’ bike and compared to the monstrous Africa Twin I’m touring with its like a 500cc 👍

Why is everyone so interested in seeing how far they can go on fuel - fill it up and get 3/4 of a tank down and fill it up again ! We are riding 115bhp modern bikes with luggage and other half’s at spirited speeds (most of us) and getting in the region of 50-60 MPG - , are we not setting our sights too high ? I am just on my last day of a Europe tour (3000km in 6 days) it’s nearly 40c and I’m happy to say that my GT is at least 10% more efficient than the Triumph Tiger 800 and the Africa Twin that I’m with and I’m going faster then both of them ! I’m more than happy with what my fun bike can do 👍

Hi, because of the distance ridden involved I doubt it’s anything too dramatic and certainly sounds electrical - what coolant temp is your display showing when light illuminated? I’m assuming it’s still under warranty and breakdown cover - I would be at the door of your local dealer and politely point out that you are going to drink all their coffee until they have looked at it !! I’m lucky that my dealer is spot on and always seems to prioritise warranty work.

If I remember from my enforcement days all vehicle speedometers must over read - this is to avoid you using the defence that your speedo was under reading. Most will be up to 10% over - as digital ones become more common they are more accurate but they will still be programmed to over read - the gap gets larger the faster you go.

Hi, just been out on mine for a spirited ride ( no pillion for a change 😉 ) air temp was 10c and coolant held rock steady at 70c - when I was at traffic lights in town it crept up to 75 -80

Hi, I have the larger of the 2 Yamaha top boxes available in the uk, it takes2 full face lids on their sides. It fits directly onto the top rack mounting which moves the pillion handles outwards. Takes seconds to remove with ignition key , It is waterproof and well made. Yamaha recommendation is not used in conjunction with side cases but I ignore that and just keep speed down when fully loaded, other half loves the back rest pad !