The DR650 thread

[fridayflash]

dr owners......looking for some bits n pieces to tidy my brothers k2 model up as it needs to go through for a re-reg. were looking for a rear whale tail with number plate light, a front sprocket cover, a chain guard (not guide) and maybe a pair of indicators..as the rear end has cheap aftermarket ones on it and i understand when being revinned they may be inspected for the correct numbers. so if anyone has any of the above to sell we'd be pleased to hear from you

cheers, eddie.

[Waihou Thumper]

and maybe a pair of indicators..as the rear end has cheap aftermarket ones on it and i understand when being revinned they may be inspected for the correct numbers
cheers, eddie.

What? Surely not...!

You mean two of right? A left and a right and the fact that they work?
and that the indicators do not have white or red to the rear, but orange?

[Shadowjack]

It's taken a while, complex negotiations and stuff, but I have acquired a 2004 DR650SE - less than 15k kms on the clock, one previous responsible owner.
Have just had a 20l tank fitted and am now ready for many, many commuting kms, as well as exploring the gravel around here. Look forward to seeing what this thing can do.

[Eddieb]

It's taken a while, complex negotiations and stuff, but I have acquired a 2004 DR650SE - less than 15k kms on the clock, one previous responsible owner.
Have just had a 20l tank fitted and am now ready for many, many commuting kms, as well as exploring the gravel around here. Look forward to seeing what this thing can do.

Well done, where's whitecliffs?

[MarkH]

It's taken a while, complex negotiations and stuff, but I have acquired a 2004 DR650SE - less than 15k kms on the clock, one previous responsible owner.
Have just had a 20l tank fitted and am now ready for many, many commuting kms, as well as exploring the gravel around here. Look forward to seeing what this thing can do.

Congrats, hope both you and also myself have heaps of fun on our new bikes!

I've been looking at the gravel rides in my NZ Motorcycle Atlas - in a couple of months I'm thinking of taking a week off and exploring around Coromandel with Port Jackson, Fletcher Bay, Port Charles, Waikawau Bay, Sandy Bay & Stony Bay to the north and some good camping spots around there. There is also Waiau Falls & Castle Rock if I take the 33km dirt road between Coromandel & Kaimarama. Then there is also Tapu to Coroglen. I've been to Coromandel but not to any of those other places, sounds like some good riding on a dual sport.

In the meantime I'm really looking forward to my trip to pick up my DR, flying to Blenheim and then riding home.

[Shadowjack]

Well done, where's whitecliffs?

About 60 kms to the west of Christchurch.
Central to quite a bit of high country exploration.

[Tazz]

About 60 kms to the west of Christchurch.
Central to quite a bit of high country exploration.

It is an awesome wee spot there.

[R650R]

No mention of the DR in this article

Lot of those things could happen to any make or model and or dealership.... http://www.revzilla.com/common-tread...tic-motorcycle

[MarkH]

I've only got 2 days until I pick up my DR.
I've spent hundreds on it even though it isn't in my possession yet (buying farkles online) and I was thinking about a Scott Oiler.
Anyone put one on their DR?
Easy to install?
Opinions?

[DR650gary]

I've only got 2 days until I pick up my DR.
Scott Oiler.
Anyone put one on their DR?
Easy to install?
Opinions?

Yes and Yes.

[bart]

No mention of the DR in this article

Lot of those things could happen to any make or model and or dealership.... http://www.revzilla.com/common-tread...tic-motorcycle

Nice article. Poor bugger.

It makes me feel better about the fact I can’t afford an exotic bike. I’ll just keep riding the wheels off the trusty Dog Rooter.

[Tigerpig]

40 years and 30ish bikes later, i am rationalising my garage of bikes as part of the retirement plan. Finally sold one of my beloved DRs and now have some choice bits on TM such as a TM40 pumper carb, and a Ricor Racing rear shock. However, in so doing I stirred up some emotions about the DR that i wanted to share here as you guys may understand. Having been through three DRs now, the DR is still my bike of choice as the best all-rounder for a guy my age (no boy racer left in me) it still rates as my favourite all round ride. I am keeping one DR as part of my retirement plan. To share some of my preferences and I accept that these are my preferences and may not suit everyone. Some of the mods that I have found essential:

- wider seat. Sargent standard seat best I have ever had.
- IMS tank 18.5l. There are several good ones around, I just like the rounded IMS shape.
- screen. Screensforbikes in Oz my favourite.
- FMF pipe and big bore header. Seems to tame the low end.
- Mikuni TM 40 pumper carb.
- suspension. Stiffer springs and Intiminators in front and stiffer better damped shock.
- vapor speedo. Includes a tach, temp and trip.

Something about the DR650's relaxed attitude just grabs me. Can't put words around it, it's just a feeling. I have done the Dusty Butt several times including all the challenge sections, so the DR is more than capable, it is just the way it does it that I find unique. Anyway, there's some thoughts from a sentimental old feller. Long live the mighty DR!

[R650R]

Something about the DR650's relaxed attitude just grabs me. Can't put words around it, it's just a feeling. I have done the Dusty Butt several times including all the challenge sections, so the DR is more than capable, it is just the way it does it that I find unique. Anyway, there's some thoughts from a sentimental old feller. Long live the mighty DR!

Have you ever noticed much difference in engine temps???

I quite like not knowing on the DR, less to worry about

[Waipukbiker]

I fitted a vapor speedo on mine over a year ago. Didn't connect the temp sensor, not even remotely interested in what temp the engine is.

[Mo NZ]

While I have not quite reached the milestone of the Tigerpig

I have to agree with his comments.

You nailed it Sir.