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I know...I know...I rode a KTM adventure at Americade...talk about tall. I was just starting a few years back and was not comfortable with the height.
As for pushing it, I meant, full luggage, high altitude and pushing the revs...I think because the engine is not huge when you load it up the fuel economy takes a hit (like all other smaller displacement bikes). In general, these twins are very economical and with a huge tank, awesome range. Also, very comfortable for two up. Better than the SV650 standard that my wife and I rented in SF!