2007 990 vs. 2011 990

GeoMoto · 05-25-2011, 09:02 PM

Is there any major difference between a 2007 990 and a 2011 990?
Is there any reason I wouldn't want to buy a 2007 over a 2011??

Thanks

cpmodem · 05-25-2011, 09:16 PM

Seems the new ones fuel better, but that may be fixable with TuneECU.

unkle_george · 05-25-2011, 09:30 PM

I'm really happy with the fueling on my 2007 with the akra map. Went from 36 to 34 mpg.
You can find used '07s w/ luggage for 8-9k. The new one as configured will be 6k more

Kenbike · 05-26-2011, 02:19 AM

Make sure you test ride the 2007 to ensure it odes not have a bad fueling problem! A lot of effort goes into fixing rough fueling and it is hit or miss.

GeoMoto · 05-26-2011, 05:47 AM

Thanks for the feedback!

harcus · 05-26-2011, 07:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GeoMoto

Is there any major difference between a 2007 990 and a 2011 990?
Is there any reason I wouldn't want to buy a 2007 over a 2011??

Thanks

Geo

I own a 07 w/ 22k+ mi. I have ridden the '11 at the rally in Moab. No question, the FI system is smother on the new one. Also seems to have a bit more HP, if ya care. Speedo & plastic is different. I believe they worked the water pump issue some more so there may be a lower risk there.

All that said, if you find a farkeled 07 /08 / etc for a good price, I would not hesitate. I find the FI jerkiness issue is a function of rider skill.

I am in SLC if you want to try a ride.

Jim

Shakeyhands · 05-26-2011, 07:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by harcus

Geo

I find the FI jerkiness issue is a function of rider skill.
Jim

Me too... I've never noticed an issue with it at all.

GeoMoto · 05-27-2011, 05:34 PM

If I make it north this summer I will look you up!

Thanks for the feedback!

Just Paul · 05-27-2011, 07:22 PM

+3 on test riding the 2007

some are better than others..

if you buy a 2011 your bike is going to go from 16k with tax to $8,500 (4 years later)

just know that.

OR Trail · 05-27-2011, 08:59 PM

Also consider the 950, unless you have to have FI or ABS. Carbs work really well on these bikes. Just something to think of, and not intended as a 'what's better' comment.

Just Paul · 05-28-2011, 12:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OR Trail

Also consider the 950, unless you have to have FI or ABS. Carbs work really well on these bikes. Just something to think of, and not intended as a 'what's better' comment.

+1 on this
If I had it to do again I would get a 2005.5
I do like my abs though
I wish I didn't have the fi

05-25-2011, 09:02 PM	#1
GeoMoto ^OP FMAR Chump! Joined: Jan 2010 Location: St. George, UT & Temecula, CA Oddometer: 641	2007 990 vs. 2011 990 Is there any major difference between a 2007 990 and a 2011 990? Is there any reason I wouldn't want to buy a 2007 over a 2011?? Thanks __________________ "GEOMOTO" "Flying Monkey Adventure Rally" July 18-21, 2013 Zion Ponderosa Southern Utah Click Link: http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=860736

05-25-2011, 09:16 PM	#2
cpmodem Orange Caveman Joined: Nov 2004 Location: masa yee yah tee 59° 14' 9" N / 135° 26' 42" W Oddometer: 7,098	Seems the new ones fuel better, but that may be fixable with TuneECU. __________________ -cp DISCLAIMER: All observations made in this post are mine and based solely on my own anecdotal experiences, and may contain large doses of facetiousness. YMMV, of course. You are "on your own", and I take no responsibility if someone tries anything in this post and gets into trouble with the law, damages their person or property, or goes blind. Take everything you read or hear "anywhere" butt especially on the Web with a large dose of salt.

05-26-2011, 02:19 AM	#4
Kenbike Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2009 Location: South of the big lake Oddometer: 491	Make sure you test ride the 2007 to ensure it odes not have a bad fueling problem! A lot of effort goes into fixing rough fueling and it is hit or miss. __________________ Current Bikes: 2012 Yamaha Tenere, 2010 Vespa 300 Super scooter ( hers), 2011 Blur 220i (his)

05-26-2011, 05:47 AM	#5
GeoMoto ^OP FMAR Chump! Joined: Jan 2010 Location: St. George, UT & Temecula, CA Oddometer: 641	Thanks for the feedback! __________________ "GEOMOTO" "Flying Monkey Adventure Rally" July 18-21, 2013 Zion Ponderosa Southern Utah Click Link: http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=860736

05-27-2011, 05:34 PM	#8
GeoMoto ^OP FMAR Chump! Joined: Jan 2010 Location: St. George, UT & Temecula, CA Oddometer: 641	Thanks Again! If I make it north this summer I will look you up! Thanks for the feedback! __________________ "GEOMOTO" "Flying Monkey Adventure Rally" July 18-21, 2013 Zion Ponderosa Southern Utah Click Link: http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=860736

05-25-2011, 09:30 PM	#3
unkle_george Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2007 Location: Portland, OR Oddometer: 106	I'm really happy with the fueling on my 2007 with the akra map. Went from 36 to 34 mpg. You can find used '07s w/ luggage for 8-9k. The new one as configured will be 6k more

05-27-2011, 07:22 PM	#9
Just Paul Pro Cat Herder Joined: Feb 2007 Location: Fremont, Ca Oddometer: 1,942	+3 on test riding the 2007 some are better than others.. if you buy a 2011 your bike is going to go from 16k with tax to $8,500 (4 years later) just know that. __________________ Honda 450X (plated) KTM Adventure S Paul's SPOT TRACKER THE BEST THINGS IN LIFE ARE NOT THINGS

05-27-2011, 08:59 PM	#10
OR Trail looks for unlocked gates Joined: Nov 2005 Location: Portland, OR Oddometer: 275	Also consider the 950, unless you have to have FI or ABS. Carbs work really well on these bikes. Just something to think of, and not intended as a 'what's better' comment.

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