Bagger - I am by no means an off-road expert, but I aim to do a lot more this coming year!

njloco - never had to, but stand up on the pegs and gun it! TKC80 is very soft.
I ride the Pirelli MT60R in front - bit more mileage.

Since I have changed my XT suspension for an X, my confidence levels have increased radically!
Massive difference in ride height, fork travel and bump absorption.

Love it!