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Originally Posted by
madmax
Hello,
I am in the market for a new XTZ and they offer both iterations of the bike here, although neither of the bikes is in stock for a test ride.
What I'd like to find out; has anyone ridden both versions? If not, does anyone here own an ABS version? Your experiences and opinions would be much appreciated.
Ride Safe, Bob
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Hi There. My experience of ABS. Worst thing ever put on any bike!! It will kill you on dirk/snow or ice. Unless you have absolutely no bike skills, and you gonna ride slower than a granny, buy one without, or pull the ABS fuse out. This is personal choice, but I've tried the ABS on the BMW 800 and 1200, as well as on the Yamaha. I believe a good braking technique will stop you much faster than a bike with ABS on a dry tar road! On dirt you are sking for trouble with ABS. You won't stop the bike. Worst is when you want to use the brakes to 2 wheel drift it won't let you, and it may cause you to high side or slide out. Bets advise I can give is get a bike with ABS that you can try. Safe travels!!