Still awaiting the delivery of the XE. Should be here early next week, can’t wait!
Totally understand the reluctance on moving away from the faster bikes. I had a Street Triple and a fair few Speed Triples on loan while it was being serviced. They’re incredible bikes for sure, after a 20mph crash I was still lucky to walk away from (non-fault!!) and two speeding tickets I figured my time on fast bikes is probably best nipped in the bud. Just too tempting to twist that throttle! Also after years of riding Harleys the 1200 Bonneville feels like a rocket anyway!
The Tiger is by far the more ‘sensible’ and ‘better’ bike for bells and whistles comfort touring but I’ve always been looks first, sensible second and to me the XE has the right balance of looks and spec.
I’ll be using mine for 2-up probably 50% of the time so will report back on how it handles it. I can assure you I’ll be the first to know if there’s any comfort issues from the pillion 😂. The exhaust gets warm for sure but I’m seeing it as a welcome heater for 90% of the year in the UK.
Will report back next week!
