Just got back from our first long maiden voyage on our RTL of about 2500 miles(11 days). Seen the sites,rode the parks and have to admit I'm starting to gain some faith with this machine. Averaged 35MPG while pulling a 250LB trailer plus passenger. Speeds between 60 and 75mph(except for Parks) and d/n burn/use a drop of oil for the entire trip. Tires seem to be holding up,have 6000 miles on the 14' and appear to be about half tread depth on rear and fronts not really showing much wear. Maybe there is hope for an ex-wing rider!!