| Author | Message | ||
     Goo |
What is the experience so far from adventure biking, including off pavement activities? Or are these bikes used mostly for pavement riding? | ||
| Brotherbuell |
If you haven't already, I'd suggest that you read Reg Kittrelle's review after his ride at the dealer's show in August. You can find a link to it further down on this forum. I'd also recommend Eor's article in the "Tale Section" forum on this board. IMHO both are very good overviews about the capabilities of this bike. | ||
| Lowflyer |
  The reviews I have seen read like the Uly is not competent in the dirt. I think it is a matter of skill and patience. I have had no trouble taking mine on trails and I frequently travel dirt roads. However, I don't ride it like it's a YZ250. I ride it like I would any 500-pound $12K dirt bike. My advice to anyone even considering a Uly is to quit reading about them and get on one. It will change your life.  (Message edited by lowflyer on October 16, 2005) | ||
| Chadleys1 |
The writer of this article presents a very complimentary view of the Ulysses' off road ability, complete with some awesome pictures of his testing/adventure. http://www.onewheeldrive.net/index.php?option=content&task=view&id=349&Itemid=126  (Message edited by chadleys1 on October 16, 2005) (Message edited by chadleys1 on October 16, 2005) (Message edited by chadleys1 on October 17, 2005) | ||
| Milar |
I just came back from a ride that included dirt/gravel backroads, a very rocky two track and fording a couple of streams up to my boots. My Uly got me thru ok. The Uly is really a sport touring bike and it'll do things no sport touring bike would do. I think it is a great compromise for most street riders. M | ||
| Court |
>>>I have seen read like the Uly is not competent in the dirt. That is an inaccurate statement. In addition, it is NOT an accidental inaccurate statement. The Ulysses is no match for a KTM 250, but it'll hold it's own with the F650, KLR, DR, and GS crowd. Court | ||
| Lowflyer |
--That is an inaccurate statement. In addition, it is NOT an accidental inaccurate statement.-- I am not sure what you are saying is inaccurate; the reviews themselves, my interpretation, or that I have seen them?  I can assure you that I have read them and that my interpretation is accurate. I can quote from the articles, but did not think it necessary. | ||
| Court |
Neither necessary, nor important. It was a big part of the development of the "personna" of the bike. | ||
| Phillyblast |
Court, You still looking to sell the f650? | ||
| Jim_sb |
IMHO the Uly will be limited in off-pavement riding primarily by the rider's ability. Some guys can take a GS places I wouldn't take my DRZ400S, and it IS a dirt bike. I would expect those guys would be able to make a Uly dance as well. Time will tell. I've had my Uly for 3 weeks. A few days ago a very good friend (and riding buddy) bought a new GS1200. I expect I will, over the next year, get to see first hand how the 2 stack up when they're being ridden side by side, in twisties, on potholed roads, and yes, on gravel and fire roads. We're already starting to plan some rides. He plans to do extensive international touring on his GS1200. Perhaps even an around the world ride (I don't have time for that, sounds like fun though). In that regard IMHO the GS is a better choice and he will find better support around the globe should he need it. OTOH, my goals are more modest. Simply seeing much more of the Western US by motorcycle for starters. In that regard I still think the Uly is the better choice for me. Nicest things I noticed about the GS that aren't available for the Uly so far? 1. The seat is much lower (and adjustable as to height). I could darn near flat foot the thing. I can ride the Uly but only with work boots on. My Sidi's don't articulate downward enough (too stiff) for me to safely reach terra firma. Not sure if the low seat will be enough either for the Sidi's. I sure hope so. 2. Larger fairing. I'm hoping Buell or the aftermarket will come up with just a bit more protection for us. 3. Expandable luggage. Very slick stuff. Nicely designed. Not sure if it's better (or not) than the Hepco's but it's nice that the bags can (all 3!) be in a small or expanded format at the flip of a lever. 4. Heated grips. I want a GOOD set of heated grips. I ride in temperature extremes from time to time and I think heated grips are great to have. Hopefully the Uly's apparent success will inspire Buell and the aftermarket to come up with "mo' betta" stuff for the bike. Regards, Jim in Santa Barbara | ||
| Mikej |
"IMHO the Uly will be limited in off-pavement riding primarily by the rider's ability. " Way back in the dark ages I was out with some friends target shooting and whatnot. I had an XLCH Sportster at the time, street tires and such, slightly pumped engine. Being as there was a hill before us I took it upon myself to climb said hill on the XLCH, so I did, much to the dismay and chagrin of my friends. I finally made it to the top after three tries, never did touch paint to dirt on the bike. The most displeased friend in attendance eventually became the owner of that bike and I don't think it ever saw a dirt road again. Run what ya brung, it's the rider not the ride. I suspect the Uly will be seen in more places than people can imagine. Give them an inch and they'll take it a mile.  | ||
| Jlnance |
IMHO the Uly will be limited in off-pavement riding primarily by the rider's ability. It might be more limited by it's price. I wouldn't be willing to take a $12k bike anywhere that might result in it getting dropped. I'd be much more adventurous on something cheaper. | ||
| Mikej |
I'd take a $30,000 Jeep over the Rubicon if I could.  | ||
| Blake |
Chadley, Thanks for the link to that great review. Nice pics there too. You too Lowflyer, nice pics. Thanks for sharing them. Court? Methinks you may have misinterpreted Lowflyer's comments. It's all good. |
