So we've all heard/seen the 650 xchallenge...let's see your XCOUNTRY! - Page 11

MoxNix · 04-08-2008, 09:02 PM

I had battery issues with mine when I had it shipped. The battery died and couldn't be re-charged.

I bought a new battery and 4 months later the bike died completely.

I took it in and the mechanics found a bad connector, which was warranty and recall work.

Have'nt had a hiccup since.

The Hoff · 04-08-2008, 10:04 PM

Is the XCountry the long lost skinnier brother of the TW??

number9 · 04-09-2008, 03:42 AM

I have always had lust for the X-Country since they first came out. i think they'd make GREAT do it all bikes. However, they didn't seem to catch on nearly as well as th X-challange did, and i have NO idea why, but anyways it seems they are now trying to turn the X-Country into a chick bike with the lowered stance and new colors. Guess the release of the new 800 twin GS model doomed this bike in it's intended role. I know I'd sure go for the 800 GS over the Country.

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lewiss66 · 04-09-2008, 07:03 AM

As you know, I bought my Xcountry few weeks ago It's got 2500km on it and I noticed that I had to screw almost all the way the screw at the clutch lever to tense the cable so I can change all gears more easily (specially from 1rst to 2nd but that's maybe another story).
For information I've checked with the F650 spec. It says :
'clutch operating clearance at handle bar lever : 1 to 2 mm'. which is very tight!
It seems that the outer cable is way shorter than the inner cable. Looks like the cable is not made for the g650x!

Is this something that I have to get solved by the dealer since it's still under warranty and did you experienced the same problem?
Thanks

Concerning the battery problems, Mine has died also and I have had replaced it with a ducati one which is only 8 Amps/H instead of 10Amps/H capacity for the stock one. Actually, they are replacing all stock BMW batteries that fuses because it seems that they are having some issues of chemicals defect.
I live in France though.
Hope the ducati battery will handle all the startup next winter cause 8Amps is not much!

MoxNix · 04-09-2008, 07:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by number9

I have always had lust for the X-Country since they first came out. i think they'd make GREAT do it all bikes. However, they didn't seem to catch on nearly as well as th X-challange did, and i have NO idea why, but anyways it seems they are now trying to turn the X-Country into a chick bike with the lowered stance and new colors. Guess the release of the new 800 twin GS model doomed this bike in it's intended role. I know I'd sure go for the 800 GS over the Country.

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I rode an 800GS and wouldn't trade my XCountry (the black, high rise, mens version) for it. Seating position is the main factor, but If I'm going that big I'm in for the 1200GS.

An R1200R is another kettle of fish...wanna buy a XCountry

Tim-Rodriguez · 04-09-2008, 08:15 AM

I am going to head to my local BMW dealer and try sit on both of the bikes I have my heart set on Xchallenge & Xcountry but does anyone know if the Xchallenge seat height can be adjusted as I am only 5,6ft and no way will I be able to sit stable enough on a seat thats 960mm high

Whatever fits me best I will most probably be putting a deposit on the bike either this weekend or next.

Olas · 04-09-2008, 08:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tim-Rodriguez

I am going to head to my local BMW dealer and try sit on both of the bikes I have my heart set on Xchallenge & Xcountry but does anyone know if the Xchallenge seat height can be adjusted as I am only 5,6ft and no way will I be able to sit stable enough on a seat thats 960mm high

Whatever fits me best I will most probably be putting a deposit on the bike either this weekend or next.

Tim, I believe Gadget Boy traded his stock challenge seat for that of a X-moto which is a little shorter. As far as lowering the bike, I've read that it's not recomended (only the xchallenge) because of the air bladder suspension. It could cause it to bulge, which could cause some rubbing and then the eventual failure of the air shock.

P3R · 04-09-2008, 10:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by asaracho

Tim, I believe Gadget Boy traded his stock challenge seat for that of a X-moto which is a little shorter.

Both Xchallenge and Xmoto have a lowered seat as option. There's no difference except in color. GB would have had the exact same height with the low Xchallenge seat but he liked the Xmoto colors better.

The low seats are 20 mm lower and more importantly for seat comfort, the main seating area is a bit wider. It's probably not nearly as nice as a wide custom made seat (i.e. Renazco) but it's a step in the right direction.

RobbieO · 04-09-2008, 05:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tim-Rodriguez

I am going to head to my local BMW dealer and try sit on both of the bikes I have my heart set on Xchallenge & Xcountry but does anyone know if the Xchallenge seat height can be adjusted as I am only 5,6ft and no way will I be able to sit stable enough on a seat thats 960mm high

Whatever fits me best I will most probably be putting a deposit on the bike either this weekend or next.

I'm 5' 6" and the Country was the ONLY choice.
Here's proof!

Tim-Rodriguez · 04-10-2008, 02:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RobbieO

I'm 5' 6" and the Country was the ONLY choice.
Here's proof!

That kid looks cold...

You have a brilliant workshop/garage!!!
my work place for my bikes is my cold open dark garden.

riaan · 04-10-2008, 04:47 AM

Thought you'd like to see some more pics:

Under some blue gum trees outside Pretoria. Still had the original plastic "bashplate" on... had that changed quickly though!

riaan · 04-10-2008, 04:49 AM

Going downhill, some really rocky terrain! Luckily I had the aftermarket bashplate fitted here. After the ride I had alook, and it had some nasty scratches and bumps in. The plastic one would have not made it!

riaan · 04-10-2008, 04:52 AM

Last one taken in the veld on the hill. Saw a lot of mx bikes go up the hill before, didn't have the nerve to take my XT660 up, but as soon as I got the XCountry, there was no stopping me!

Olas · 04-10-2008, 04:52 AM

Nice pics, riaan! Did you get a TT bashplate on that beast?

riaan · 04-10-2008, 05:12 AM

Getting dirty with the wife... ;)

The bashplate was locally made by a guy here in Pretoria, but unfortunately I don't know who it was. The sales guy at the dealers (Bavarian Motorcycles) just told me about the aftermarket bashplates that they can get. He rides enduro with his XChallenge, and highly recommended this plate. I paid R800 (about $100) for it, which is not bad, as it covers the the water pump and starter on the other side. I could get you some more info if you need.

04-08-2008, 09:02 PM	#151
MoxNix Stuttgart Germany Joined: Oct 2007 Location: Stuttgart DE Oddometer: 1,067	I had battery issues with mine when I had it shipped. The battery died and couldn't be re-charged. I bought a new battery and 4 months later the bike died completely. I took it in and the mechanics found a bad connector, which was warranty and recall work. Have'nt had a hiccup since. __________________ Hope is not a course of action.

04-09-2008, 03:42 AM	#153
number9 Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Dec 2005 Oddometer: 310	I have always had lust for the X-Country since they first came out. i think they'd make GREAT do it all bikes. However, they didn't seem to catch on nearly as well as th X-challange did, and i have NO idea why, but anyways it seems they are now trying to turn the X-Country into a chick bike with the lowered stance and new colors. Guess the release of the new 800 twin GS model doomed this bike in it's intended role. I know I'd sure go for the 800 GS over the Country. ... __________________ 2000 Yamaha YZ250 2009 Yamaha YZ250 2013 Kawasaki Ninja 1000

04-09-2008, 07:03 AM	#154
lewiss66 Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jan 2008 Location: Fench Alpes Oddometer: 264	As you know, I bought my Xcountry few weeks ago It's got 2500km on it and I noticed that I had to screw almost all the way the screw at the clutch lever to tense the cable so I can change all gears more easily (specially from 1rst to 2nd but that's maybe another story). For information I've checked with the F650 spec. It says : 'clutch operating clearance at handle bar lever : 1 to 2 mm'. which is very tight! It seems that the outer cable is way shorter than the inner cable. Looks like the cable is not made for the g650x! Is this something that I have to get solved by the dealer since it's still under warranty and did you experienced the same problem? Thanks Concerning the battery problems, Mine has died also and I have had replaced it with a ducati one which is only 8 Amps/H instead of 10Amps/H capacity for the stock one. Actually, they are replacing all stock BMW batteries that fuses because it seems that they are having some issues of chemicals defect. I live in France though. Hope the ducati battery will handle all the startup next winter cause 8Amps is not much! lewiss66 screwed with this post 04-09-2008 at 07:25 AM

04-09-2008, 08:15 AM	#156
Tim-Rodriguez Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2008 Location: London, UK Honda CB500 S Oddometer: 225	I am going to head to my local BMW dealer and try sit on both of the bikes I have my heart set on Xchallenge & Xcountry but does anyone know if the Xchallenge seat height can be adjusted as I am only 5,6ft and no way will I be able to sit stable enough on a seat thats 960mm high Whatever fits me best I will most probably be putting a deposit on the bike either this weekend or next. __________________ "Every journey begins with a single step"

04-10-2008, 04:47 AM	#161
riaan n00b Joined: Feb 2008 Location: Pretoria, South Africa Oddometer: 7	Taking the XCountry cross country... Thought you'd like to see some more pics: Under some blue gum trees outside Pretoria. Still had the original plastic "bashplate" on... had that changed quickly though! Attached Images

04-08-2008, 10:04 PM	#152
The Hoff What just happened here?? Joined: May 2007 Location: Calgary, Alberta Oddometer: 18	Is the XCountry the long lost skinnier brother of the TW??

04-10-2008, 04:49 AM	#162
riaan n00b Joined: Feb 2008 Location: Pretoria, South Africa Oddometer: 7	Taking the XCountry cross country... Going downhill, some really rocky terrain! Luckily I had the aftermarket bashplate fitted here. After the ride I had alook, and it had some nasty scratches and bumps in. The plastic one would have not made it! Attached Images

04-10-2008, 04:52 AM	#163
riaan n00b Joined: Feb 2008 Location: Pretoria, South Africa Oddometer: 7	Taking the XCountry cross country... Last one taken in the veld on the hill. Saw a lot of mx bikes go up the hill before, didn't have the nerve to take my XT660 up, but as soon as I got the XCountry, there was no stopping me! Attached Images

04-10-2008, 04:52 AM	#164
Olas ^OP the darkness Joined: Aug 2007 Location: Englewood, CO Oddometer: 3,588	Nice pics, riaan! Did you get a TT bashplate on that beast? __________________ Rebuild threads: '92 XT600, '87 XR250R Lighten up, Francis.

04-10-2008, 05:12 AM	#165
riaan n00b Joined: Feb 2008 Location: Pretoria, South Africa Oddometer: 7	Getting dirty with the wife... ;) The bashplate was locally made by a guy here in Pretoria, but unfortunately I don't know who it was. The sales guy at the dealers (Bavarian Motorcycles) just told me about the aftermarket bashplates that they can get. He rides enduro with his XChallenge, and highly recommended this plate. I paid R800 (about $100) for it, which is not bad, as it covers the the water pump and starter on the other side. I could get you some more info if you need. Attached Images

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