Hi all - My first post to a site with lots of great info.

Almost ready to commit to a new 09 XTR - fair price at present in Brisbane Aus.

A couple of questions please?

Does the lastest model still have the surging issue?
I want to use the bike mainly for off road, so will do a few mods. The first being single exhaust (metal mule?). Mainly for weight and a bit more clearance. Can anyone comment on this sytem please - re: noise / fuel injection changes etc.
Also, what is an average fuel range please - say for gravel road riding?

thanks