Thanks guys for all input and great advice!
I picked it up and already put 1100 miles, I did not use cruise control and tried to vary speed, gear and load on the way back, as much as possible.
I would have changed oil myself but didn't want to take risk with 5 figure bike and took it to a dealer for the first maintenance for warranty purposes (at 650 miles). They put dino Yamalube 10w40 and so far there is no oil consumption.
For next oil change, I may buy the oil and filter from dealer (for warranty) or use leftover T6, but for sure I will change it myself. Planning to do it around 3k miles.
Things that I didn't like:
- Wind protection isn't the best, had to add windshield extension. Coming from a naked/sport bike background, I am not that sensitive to excessive wind but OEM windshield causes horrible buffeting. Instead of buying whole new aftermarket windshield, wanted to try it with an extension and seems like it fixed the problem at least for my size (6'1" and 205 lbs)
- OEM blinkers look horrible, I have just changed them with LED ones.
- Footpegs are a little bit on the aggressive side, same as MT/FZ09. I was expecting it to be a little bit more neutral (or placed a little bit more forward). It is not as comfortable as an Africa Twin or V-strom on long trips, which is fine for me as I ride it 99.9% locally.
Things that I like:
- It is one of the best bang for the buck. Seriously, one of the best do-it-all bikes for the price range. I would have paid $3000 more for base Africa Twin with no heated grips, no side bags, no center stand etc. and that was the second cheapest option in my list, after the Tracer.
- Love the triple sound, need to get aftermarket pipe but it is pricey - I will wait next year to decide.
- Although the gear ratios are tall, the powerband is very good, it has torque everywhere, from 2000 rpm all the way up to 11.500. It's not the fastest bike, but the way it looks and it rides is like a wolf in a sheep's clothing.
I hope this helps for people who are interested in buying one.