Hello!

I currently have a chance to buy one of the XT660R bikes, but since I dont have a lot of experience in these types of bikes, I would like to gather some information first.

I would really like to have some pros and cons of the bike if possible. Preferably from someone who owns the 2007 year model, since thats the one I am looking at currently.

Ive seen mixed reviews so far over different year models. I am interested in particular how well does the engine and other components hold up after years of use, since it is now 9 years old bike. Would that set me for some issues along the road, or does it hold up good ?

Thanks!

Hi
I have 2 xt660r both 2007 reg bikes, I also ride a fireblade 929, and an Fz1n. I bought the xt660r for some short distance fun. I can honestly say they may not be the fastest bike on the road but are lots of fun. I have one with all the mods and one 100% standard. Both ride with no faults at all. As long as you look after them. And service them regularly. You should have no problems with them. Just make sure it’s a good bike to start with. Was out on mine ( wife on other one) yesterday did 150 miles on the twisty roads and they are just perfect for it. Was out one the cbr 929 the day before and have no problems going from one to the other. The xt660 will sit at 75 to 80 mph no problems at all. They will do 100 but no point. Only thing I would say I would not want to do a long time on a motorway on one, but other than that I don’t have any issues with them at all, some people say they are jumpy in traffic and so on. But if you know how to ride you know how to ride after all it’s a single and they ride different to a in line 4.And to be honest I love riding it. Just remember it’s not a race bike so if you like doing 100 plus these are no good,but if you just like to go out and stick to or just over the speed limits these are grate, one thing I will say if you are going to ride it in the wet make sure you protect the engine pain with ACF50. Both my bikes still look brand new one has 7000 ish and the other 6000 ish miles on them both in showroom condition. 1 and 2 owner bikes. I would stay away from high mileage bikes An less they are cheap. And you really want a good service history. As it’s a big single I change my oil and oil filter every 1000 miles or every year what ever is first, over the top I know but that’s what I do. As long as the engine has been serviced regularly they are pretty bulletproof. Hope this helps.