Mr.JAJA 380 Posted April 24, 2016 In preparation for a longer trip oversee, I try to locate a Suzuky DR650. I like to get some owners firsthand information, take some measurement and if possible a test ride. This is all just to see if the ride high, seat , foot pegs, handlebar need to be alert for me. I like to do the forehand and get some ideas what i can prepare here and sens oversee for installation. I don't like to experiment and learn on the way in the middle off nowhere. Shoot me a message please if you have or know one with a DR650. Thank you Mr.JAJA Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted April 24, 2016 Jaja- I "think" the DR650 will feel very small for you. Tight cockpit and low bars. Low seat height as well. That being said, they have a nice motor, good gearbox and ratios, and as soon as you adjust to the feel, you'll really like it.... I will leave the details to the dr650 gurus on this site Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TrophyHunter 15 Posted April 24, 2016 A lot can be done to open the cockpit up a bit. Bar risers, lower pegs, taller seat. GoofyFooter has a perfect build awaiting the finishing touches. It might be for sale and has the Safari tank, pumper carb, etc. I don't have mine anymore but would be happy to sort things with you if you get one. https://procycle.us/bikepages/dr650.html <-- owner Jeff has ridden a DR for years and has worked out the bugs. http://www.warp9racing.com/product-tag/suzuki-dr650/ <-- owner rides a DR. His products are top knotch. I'd buy that brake lever in a second as I tried to modify mine to get better feel. I'm sure he got it right. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted April 24, 2016 Goofyfooter is a hobbit Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.JAJA 380 Posted April 24, 2016 Thank you all for chiming in. I like to get some dimension and pictures for a rack and additional holding points. The bike will be in Australia and I just like to get the personal expertise from a owner direct. I know about the bad designed Neutral switch, 3th gear, weak clutch feeling, balance shaft seal pop out, (Goofyfooter is not a Member here?) where can I find him? I rode Xt 600 and still have 2 TT600, so small is not an issue. The bike has to do the JOB. A GS1150/1200 is out of question for the Simson desert or Canning Stock Road. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canning_Stock_Route#/media/File:Canning_Stock_Route.jpg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bikeslut 1 Posted April 25, 2016 Goofy is a member...here...I believe it's the neutral sending unit screw that fails. I had an xt600 also, and it felt bigger (to me). But as I alluded to...you can probably adjust. Have fun Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 287 Posted April 25, 2016 http://dualsport-sd.com/forums/index.php?app=core&module=search&do=search&fromMainBar=1 Two ( 2 ) words Goofy Footer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.JAJA 380 Posted April 25, 2016 http://dualsport-sd.com/forums/index.php?app=core&module=search&do=search&fromMainBar=1 Two ( 2 ) words Goofy Footer Thank you, Message send. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.JAJA 380 Posted April 29, 2016 Real, NO DR 650 rider's here in the SD group? I know Suzuki is not the US preferred bike, But there are sold here and someone has one. Please contact me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hodnettjj 0 Posted April 29, 2016 On 4/24/2016 at 2:04 AM, bikeslut said: Goofyfooter is a hobbit No truer words have been spoken.... :-) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.JAJA 380 Posted April 30, 2016 2 hours ago, hodnettjj said: No truer words have been spoken.... :-) I try to get in contact with "goofy footer" with no susses. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wcgiv 0 Posted April 30, 2016 9 hours ago, Mr.JAJA said: Real, NO DR 650 rider's here in the SD group? I know Suzuki is not the US preferred bike, But there are sold here and someone has one. Please contact me. PM sent bill Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
danrider 5 Posted April 30, 2016 I have seen several good bikes for sale, I can hook you up with a friend that has two of them and he wants to sell one Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.JAJA 380 Posted April 30, 2016 Sorry I don't need to bye one in the US, I need to check seating and how to make a rack what I can send over to Australia with all my stuff. And additional I like to hear about the shortcomings on this bike. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beezzz 6 Posted May 2, 2016 XR 650 is larger format for your size! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.JAJA 380 Posted May 2, 2016 5 hours ago, Beezzz said: XR 650 is larger format for your size! Yes I looked into this XR650 to. I need a electric starter and a bike what can run 35000 Km with out problems. Reports and comparison say that the DR is the better choice. Better gas mileage, better tarmac riding, Less vibration. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bp619 104 Posted May 3, 2016 I think he means the L model xr650l which is air cooled electric start and get 40mpg+ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.JAJA 380 Posted May 3, 2016 On 5/3/2016 at 5:34 PM, Bp619 said: I think he means the L model xr650l which is air cooled electric start and get 40mpg+ Just check the Australian Market. 33 x DR650 vs. 1 x XR650L, But I will keep my eyes open for both. Thank you for Bill, I just had the chance to check out his DR650. It feels like a Moped in comparison to the GS1150. Now I have to find the right bike in AUS and get it set up for the trip. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
