along and max sets the preload on the
highest setting. Max could be a little
too much for some short-legged riders
on the Rallye X as the already high seat
is pumped up that little extra, which
could have you on tippy toes.
Dynamic ESA Next Generation is
pre-set to Road from Rain, Road and
Dynamic modes. At the press of a
convenient handlebar button you can
switch to Dynamic, a sportier set-up in
the Rain and Road riding modes. The
tighter damping variant Dynamic is
pre-set in Dynamic and Dynamic Pro.
Meanwhile the riding modes Enduro
and Enduro Pro are set to the Enduro
damper setting, geared towards off-
road conditions.
On the Rallye X, BMW is calling the
new suspension, “Sports” suspension.
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longer spring struts and therefore
longer spring travel give improved ride
stability for off-road use.
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both experienced and inexperienced
off-road motorcyclists who want to
convert suspension reserves into more
performance without overtaxing the
motorcycle or themselves. Heavy
and tall riders will appreciate the
advantages of this spare capacity
“I MUST ADMIT THAT
EVEN I THINK THAT
A COUPLE HAVE
COME CLOSE, BUT
NONE HAVE TAKEN
OVER THE THRONE
AS THE TOP ROYAL
OF THE BIG BOY
ADVENTURE BIKES”
Slippery as she goes