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Some speculation that the LT in its current configuration will use the new 12S/R engine and shed [lots] of weight.
The question that comes to my immediate mind is what will a lighter LT do better? Some obvious benefits may be fuel economy, acceleration, maybe handling, etc. etc.
But, I keep wondering if a lighter LT is no longer the smooth, luxurious ride which we have become accustomed to and BMW loses a market segment.
Everytime if DO NOT ride the LT for awhile I always think it's going to be the bike that goes from the stable . . . AND every time I ride it I regret even thinking that!
I am aware of at least one member of this group that has purchased another bike to limit miles put on his LT . . . perhaps to preserve it for a longer period time and when the LT in its current configuration is no longer available.
The question that comes to my immediate mind is what will a lighter LT do better? Some obvious benefits may be fuel economy, acceleration, maybe handling, etc. etc.
But, I keep wondering if a lighter LT is no longer the smooth, luxurious ride which we have become accustomed to and BMW loses a market segment.
Everytime if DO NOT ride the LT for awhile I always think it's going to be the bike that goes from the stable . . . AND every time I ride it I regret even thinking that!
I am aware of at least one member of this group that has purchased another bike to limit miles put on his LT . . . perhaps to preserve it for a longer period time and when the LT in its current configuration is no longer available.