First "long" ride on my 450MT
Fresh from installing a 15T sprocket, I rode my new 450MT for 200 km (125 mi):
Off road (10km - 6mi on gravel);
Twisty mountain roads (40km - 25mi);
Urban roads (~150km)
The gearing feels way better now and the cruising speed (comfortable, ideal speed and rpms) went from 100kph (60mph) to 110kph (68mph) at 6'000 rpm (I'm still breaking in). The acceleration has slightly worsened but not dramatically and even sharp hairpins in 1st gear weren't an issue. I'm happy with the results since I'm interested in mid-long journeys, not short bursts of torque.
Brakes and suspensions were good in every situation: the front brake behaved well for a single-disc setup (low weight benefits) and the rear one was very progressive in the twisty sections while the fork and the rear shock setup are close to perfection for my weight and riding style.
This bike apparently runs on hopes and thin air since my average fuel consumption from the first few meters is 4L/100km (25km/L) or 58,8 mpg (US) or 70.6mpg (UK): not bad at all!
With that being said, I'm still waiting for the taller seat and have also ordered a higher windshield since wind is still a bit annoying, even with earplugs.
Up to now I installed:
- crash bars
- navsat holder and carplay/android auto screen (best €30 - $34 I've spent)
- 15T front sprocket
- adjustable plate holder
To be shipped:
- soft luggage setup (bags + frames)
- taller windshield
- rally seat
- Akrapovic slip-on exhaust (for free because of a CFMoto promo)