I live by a simple mantra. - If its not broke, it doesn't need fixed.

I am though, somewhat alone in my thoughts in most cases.

I suppose it's the field I work in, makes me cynical about anything new.

The ethos of the XT is simple, bulletproof and easy to service/fix on the roadside. There's not many bikes out there that can boast the same...

As i say, i'm in a minority and i think you are probably correct, without a new look many people will look elsewhere, to something new and shiny.

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