Why the big price gap?
 

Hi all. I will soon start shopping for a new Ten so I'm keeping my eyes open for good deals. One thing I've noticed though, is that the R and X models are a lot of the time much much cheaper than the Z.

Why is that? Aren't they basically the same bikes? Because if there is not much difference apart from the looks, I might get an R instead and safe some money.

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The main reason why the price differential exists is because the Tenere is much much more popular and in demand - always has been ever since it came out in 2008.

Generally similar age/mile R and X models are a grand cheaper than an equivalent Z (which I'm sure you noticed) for, what is mechanically and performance wise, a pretty much identical bike. If were in your shoes I would definitely give some serious thought to an XTR and spend the change on some nice farkles. From my point of view the only thing that I personally would miss over the Tenere would be the tank range.

Good to know. I will seriously consider the R then. thanks