The DR650 thread

[DR650gary]

Emailing him as we speak.

Thanks

[Eddieb]

This guy from Chch is doing a good Aussie RR on ADV.

I think he's Nordie's boyfriend or something, he seems infatuated with the Banjo picker.

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=631176

[XF650]

I'v been wondering what happened to Nathan:
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/79915-Show-us-ya-DR650!?p=1847008#post1847008

[NordieBoy]

It's an Internet romance.
Doomed :(

[DR650gary]

Hey, is everyone out there too busy riding or something to post? This thread has been a little quiet lately. Probably out there buying presents for our lovely DR's.

We grabbed a hand choke knob and 2 extended fuel screws from Jesse @ Keintech and they should be here in a day or two. We swapped over the wheels from my son's motard DR650 and had a wee play in the sand at our local beach. Keep forgetting to take the camera, probably scared I'll lose it crossing the estuary.

My son's bike has been an easy starter but stumbled for a while when revved, with or without the choke, so we had a wee look and the choke cable was broken. So new knob on the way then sort the start issue, if there is one.

We ordered a seat cowl for his ZX6R from China 6 weeks ago, not here yet! He also ordered an Alpinestars set of leathers from Germany. Just under $NZ600 delivered and a very kind supplier here in NZ offered a special deal for $1400.:shit::shit:

Anyway, let's all get riding and post o few pics.

Merry Christmas to all and thanks to those members that helped us out a few times this year.

Cheers

[NordieBoy]

It's a DR.

They're for poseing, not riding :facepalm:

[DR650gary]

It's a DR.

They're for poseing, not riding :facepalm:

Now, what about a pair of nearly white boots I heard about on here recently :innocent:

More rain here today, too girly to go out and get wet.

[NordieBoy]

Now, what about a pair of nearly white boots I heard about on here recently :innocent:

More rain here today, too girly to go out and get wet.

Well black is nearly white.

Get out there you wimp!
http://sports.nelson.geek.nz/motorsport/mybikes/Trips/20101216%20NADS%20Evening%20Ride%20-%20Tinline/slides/20101216-173811-0014.jpg

http://sports.nelson.geek.nz/motorsport/mybikes/Trips/20101216%20NADS%20Evening%20Ride%20-%20Tinline/slides/20101216-180029-0015.jpg

[Night Falcon]

me o'll DR...most rliable bike I ve ever owned!

http://i805.photobucket.com/albums/yy337/SpeedDaddy/17.jpg

http://i805.photobucket.com/albums/yy337/SpeedDaddy/13.jpg

[NordieBoy]

me o'll DR...most rliable bike I ve ever owned!

What was the handling like with the tent strapped to the bars?

[Night Falcon]

What was the handling like with the tent strapped to the bars?

.... "intents" probably decribes it best! :blink:

[DR650gary]

.... "intents" probably decribes it best! :blink:

Wait till it pops open:woohoo:

[DR650gary]

It has been crappy here and I am clumsy enough in the dry so why risk it :blink:

But got busy in the barn and made this up. The heated grips came with the bike and there is also a switch to turn the lights off.

Next step is to move the speedo up, but I think a digital one may be a better option.

[carver]

the only thing you need to do to a DR is to make it faster....

Otherwise leave it stock of strip off the extra shit

[dino3310]

very cooool DR http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=14830582&postcount=878

[NordieBoy]

Vince Strang's full on Safari DR's

[Phreaky Phil]

I've got our DR Project up and running. Some pics of yesterdays test ride
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=649116

[bart]

I've got our DR Project up and running. Some pics of yesterdays test ride
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=649116

Half way through reading about your build up. Nice one man. I wish I had half your 'no how' to do that stuff. :yes:

[Phreaky Phil]

Half way through reading about your build up. Nice one man. I wish I had half your 'no how' to do that stuff. :yes:Thanks Bart. Comes from Years of muckin around in sheds building and modifying things.

[DR650gary]

Has anyone ever considered or installed these or similar?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Parts-for-sale/Performance/auction-345372311.htm

There would need to be some drilling and tapping and maybe even some welding but....pros & cons?

Thanks

[bart]

Has anyone ever considered or installed these or similar?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Parts-for-sale/Performance/auction-345372311.htm

There would need to be some drilling and tapping and maybe even some welding but....pros & cons?

Thanks

Ummm....(excuse my ignorance)....but why would you need these? Isn't it just bling, and a DR is about as far away from blingy as you can get. :msn-wink:

[DR650gary]

228608
Ummm....(excuse my ignorance)....but why would you need these? Isn't it just bling, and a DR is about as far away from blingy as you can get. :msn-wink:

Nope, certainly not bling, I mean $17:eek:

I have them on the road bikes and they make storage simple with a paddock stand, no slipping and I am able to easily remove a wheel, lube a chain and even clean the wheel. I have more bikes than room sometimes and this would get them off the sidestand but still relatively moveable....but....there is no where to mount them so...drilling...tapping and maybe welding. Any takers?

This is the Cagiva but I have used bolts into the axle to hold it. The DR has a split pin in one end so that option is tricky.

[Eddieb]

Make some flat brackets for your current stand that slide under the swingarm to support it.

[DR650gary]

Make some flat brackets for your current stand that slide under the swingarm to support it.

Have flat paddles for the paddock stand but the angle of the swingarm does not inspire confidence and the only place that was strong enough obstructed the axle nuts. Saw a thread on Thumpertalk, I think, while surfing tonight and it suggested welding a nut under the swingarm. Seems a plan but the welding will be trick with the swingarm in place.

[NordieBoy]

The DR has a split pin in one end so that option is tricky.

You have the US version?

The proper Kiwi DR has a locknut, not a castle nut & split pin.

[Woodman]

Has anyone ever considered or installed these or similar?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Parts-for-sale/Performance/auction-345372311.htm

There would need to be some drilling and tapping and maybe even some welding but....pros & cons?

Thanks

No., Would be just more things to break and catch on stuff.

[DR650gary]

No., Would be just more things to break and catch on stuff.

Not with my Girly riding.:doh:

[NordieBoy]

Not with my Girly riding.:doh:

So your girly rides. Do you?

:devil2:

[DR650gary]

So your girly rides. Do you?

:devil2:

My Girly on her DR200 often does better in the steep dunes than I do.

I may just remove the castellated nut and put a Nylock on at this stage, but I do think a set of bobbins would help with some tasks.

[CrazyFrog]

Cheap TKC80's on TM for DR650 or KLR650........

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Parts-for-sale/Tyres/auction-346710072.htm

[bart]

about how long a DR650 will run with no oil and a lard ass riding it....

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=541628&page=11

[DR650gary]

about how long a DR650 will run with no oil and a lard ass riding it....

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=541628&page=11

I don't suppose you got the details from the other rider?

Don't want to rain on your parade but you may struggle with your insurance company here. Mechanical failure, after an accident, not as as a result, is normally excluded. Someone here must have an idea who the Yammie rider is. Good luck.

[Squiggles]

Bugger.

:corn:

[Phreaky Phil]

Thats a bastard mate. That clutch cover looks fairly easily fixable, from the pics. Weld up that bottom bolt and re-tap the thread. Just re read your post, clutch cover mite be the cheap bit. !!

[bart]

I don't suppose you got the details from the other rider?

Don't want to rain on your parade but you may struggle with your insurance company here. Mechanical failure, after an accident, not as as a result, is normally excluded. Someone here must have an idea who the Yammie rider is. Good luck.

I've got the details. :msn-wink: He was going that quick, I didn't even get time to react.

Cops weren't very helpful, as this road falls into one of those grey areas (a bit like a beach). :Police:

Unsure of the damage at this stage. I suspect a stuffed valve from the noise it made.

[DR650gary]

I've got the details. :msn-wink: He was going that quick, I didn't even get time to react.

Cops weren't very helpful, as this road falls into one of those grey areas (a bit like a beach). :Police:


Road or beach or the back of beyond, road rules apply. If he hit you he has an issue. Surely someone on this site has an idea.

Post whatever description you have and see if the inmates here can help.

Cheers.

[dino3310]

Road or beach or the back of beyond, road rules apply. If he hit you he has an issue. Surely someone on this site has an idea.

Post whatever description you have and see if the inmates here can help.

Cheers.

yeah mate have a look on the 'offroad forum' might be someone posting how some dude on a DR ran into them and they had to do a runner before the guy on the DR beat them up

[bart]

yeah mate have a look on the 'offroad forum' might be someone posting how some dude on a DR ran into them and they had to do a runner before the guy on the DR beat them up

When we went to retrieve the bike, we saw a car towing the same bike. I got the plate number, and now have all of his details. :msn-wink:

He must've been hiding in those hills for a few hours.

[Monstaman]

So in your photo, the first one, where you heading in the direction that you were parked?

[DR650gary]

When we went to retrieve the bike, we saw a car towing the same bike. I got the plate number, and now have all of his details. :msn-wink:

He must've been hiding in those hills for a few hours.

Lodge a claim with your insurance company listing the other rider as responsible for the accident. The road you were on is listed as a paper road so is not classed as off road. Also, wherever and whenever "normal road rules apply". You will be able to do a trace on the plate, assume already done, which lets you list him/her on the claim form and they can chase if they elect too. Your insurance company will also have the ability to rego check the plate you have.

If he is insured, he will have third party liability on his policy so should not even incur an excess if fully insured. You should also lodge a Police report, insist that they take it, as this will assist if you need to go to the disputes tribunal at some later date.

Good luck.

[Monstaman]

Lodge a claim with your insurance company listing the other rider as responsible for the accident. The road you were on is listed as a paper road so is not classed as off road. Also, wherever and whenever "normal road rules apply". You will be able to do a trace on the plate, assume already done, which lets you list him/her on the claim form and they can chase if they elect too. Your insurance company will also have the ability to rego check the plate you have.

If he is insured, he will have third party liability on his policy so should not even incur an excess if fully insured. You should also lodge a Police report, insist that they take it, as this will assist if you need to go to the disputes tribunal at some later date.

Good luck.

Good advice, also further to my question it appears you are well to the left hand side thus putting hin in thew wrong.

[bart]

Lodge a claim with your insurance company listing the other rider as responsible for the accident. The road you were on is listed as a paper road so is not classed as off road. Also, wherever and whenever "normal road rules apply". You will be able to do a trace on the plate, assume already done, which lets you list him/her on the claim form and they can chase if they elect too. Your insurance company will also have the ability to rego check the plate you have.

If he is insured, he will have third party liability on his policy so should not even incur an excess if fully insured. You should also lodge a Police report, insist that they take it, as this will assist if you need to go to the disputes tribunal at some later date.

Good luck.

Thanks for the info. I've done most of these things, but obviously have to file a police report. I went and had a chat to them, but that's all.

I can't do too much now until I hear back from the bike shop regarding the amount of damage.

The actual impact happened about 4 metres down the track. This is where I rolled to a stop. I killed the engine almost immediately but it had already dropped most of its oil.

[GSers]

I've got the details. :msn-wink: He was going that quick, I didn't even get time to react.

Cops weren't very helpful, as this road falls into one of those grey areas (a bit like a beach). :Police:

Unsure of the damage at this stage. I suspect a stuffed valve from the noise it made.

Getta Bart good to hear you are OK. As has just been said above make a report with the police about the accident. A public road is a road is a road all the same rules apply ie: keep left etc. The police wont do anything because they where not called to the seen but lodge the claim with your insurance company and insist it was not your fault ( as long as that is correct the photo where the oil is looks like you where on the left of the track) make them (insurance) chase the guy if you have all his details. The insurance company will try and take the easy option and say its a 50/50 fault accident, but if you where in the right insist they chase it up (you should not have to pay the excess if you didn't cause it) because if they pay out on the claim you will pay in premiums in the long run and loose your no claims bonus. This process takes about 16 months if your lucky but worth it in the end.
good luck GSers

[DR650gary]

Anyone seen this before?

For mountain bikes but the motor is just an accessory.

http://sites.google.com/site/manawatutrails/takapari-road

[XF650]

Could someone please remind me which way the countersaft sprocket faces i.e. boss in or out?
Thanks

[NordieBoy]

Could someone please remind me which way the countershaft sprocket faces i.e. boss in or out?
Thanks

Flat out.
Boss in.

[XF650]

Flat out.
Boss in.

God has spoken
Thanks

[TangoCharlie]

Anyone upgraded their pegs for wider ones that allow more long term standing.
If so what type?

[dino3310]

Home made .

[warewolf]

7 minutesGlad you can still walk, bart.

ISTR that anywhere that the public is allowed to drive is treated as a public road even if it is privately owned, as far as the road rules go. eg shop carparks. Meaning the usual rules and penalties apply.

Unfortunately bart, I don't think you can hit this guy up for the engine damage beyond parts & labour to replace the oil filter cover & mount. Particularly from an insurance viewpoint, there's that clause that states you must take due care of the vehicle after the accident.

[Waihou Thumper]

Glad you can still walk, bart.

ISTR that anywhere that the public is allowed to drive is treated as a public road even if it is privately owned, as far as the road rules go. eg shop carparks. Meaning the usual rules and penalties apply.

Unfortunately bart, I don't think you can hit this guy up for the engine damage beyond parts & labour to replace the oil filter cover & mount. Particularly from an insurance viewpoint, there's that clause that states you must take due care of the vehicle after the accident.

AND, that could be difficult as it may turn out to be a 'he said, she said' sort of scenario. There were no injuries and he did stop to make sure he was not injured?
The thing is though, look at the damage, you are lucky to not be injured and must have been royally upset for the damage to the bike....

[bart]

I've got more photos and info that prove I was in the right. Just a bit reluctant to give away too much in a public forum :msn-wink:.

I'm still unsure how my insurance is going to cover things. Waiting for quotes and things to be finalised. This will be a long process.

Interesting development though. I'd just put 6 months worth of rego on. Missus rang up to put it on hold, just in case this drags out for a while. They refused and said it could only go on hold once the current 6 months runs out. They said I 'may' get a refund if the bike is written off. Fcuking thieves. :mad:

[warewolf]

AND, that could be difficult as it may turn out to be a 'he sadi, she said' sort of scenario. Yep, wasn't meaning to imply this case was a simple proescution but rather reminding people that anywhere - except for closed-course events or 'by invitation' access on to private land - we are bound by the road rules... which is the bulk of adv riding.

[carver]

I took these today.
do you like them?

[Monstaman]

I took these today.
do you like them?

Cooool shots

[hondav2]

Its still going strong ,
Problems
Ignition Pickup
Clutch Lever Switch
O ring in carby
Rear wheel bearing .
!st Valve adjust at 60,000 miles
If it gets to 100,000 miles there will b a Party
Cheers Toddy

[NordieBoy]

I took these today.
do you like them?

Good stuff :yes:

[carver]

Its still going strong ,
Problems
Ignition Pickup
Clutch Lever Switch
O ring in carby
Rear wheel bearing .
!st Valve adjust at 60,000 miles
If it gets to 100,000 miles there will b a Party
Cheers Toddy

I bet ya I will kill mine before you do!
I bet the gearbox will disintegrate before 60k

[Monstaman]

If it gets to 100,000 miles there will b a Party
Cheers Toddy

Will have a party anyway bro!!

Went past your place today in a bus into Milford and back, we were doing the total terrorist .... ooops I mean tourist thing today with a fundraiser prize we won/bought, Milford was pissin down so absolutely beautiful with the waterfalls all out in anger.

We live in a beautiful country and we are bloody lucky. :woohoo:

[carver]

Will have a party anyway bro!!

Went past your place today in a bus into Milford and back, we were doing the total terrorist .... ooops I mean tourist thing today with a fundraiser prize we won/bought, Milford was pissin down so absolutely beautiful with the waterfalls all out in anger.

We live in a beautiful country and we are bloody lucky. :woohoo:

very much agreed man....

[Aslan]

Has anyone replaced the cable choke mechanism on the CV carb with the manual alternative available from Jesse Kientz? http://www.kientech.com/DR650HandChokeConv.htm

Anyone purchased and installed a pumper carb like these on offer from Jesse http://www.kientech.com/TM-40Pumper.html

Keen to know of others experiences before splashing out on a pumper carb

thanks in advance - Cheers Aslan

[Eddieb]

Has anyone replaced the cable choke mechanism on the CV carb with the manual alternative available from Jesse Kientz? http://www.kientech.com/DR650HandChokeConv.htm

Anyone purchased and installed a pumper carb like these on offer from Jesse http://www.kientech.com/TM-40Pumper.html

Keen to know of others experiences before splashing out on a pumper carb

thanks in advance - Cheers Aslan

Hi Stephen

I have a FCR carb sitting at Nordie's, I forgot to repack it when I left, if I get it on the bike before you do something you will be welcome to ride it. I rode Nordie's FCR equipped bike back to back with mine over the weekend and it seemed quite a bit stronger, no hesitation at all off idle, straight into the power. He was running quite a bit lower gearing so I don't know how much effect that would have had but it felt very keen to go.

Procycle also do a TM-40 plug and play kit, and MX-Rob off ADVrider does a fcr plug and play kit. Rob's kit is pretty sorted.

[NordieBoy]

Has anyone replaced the cable choke mechanism on the CV carb with the manual alternative available from Jesse Kientz? http://www.kientech.com/DR650HandChokeConv.htm

Anyone purchased and installed a pumper carb like these on offer from Jesse http://www.kientech.com/TM-40Pumper.html

Keen to know of others experiences before splashing out on a pumper carb

thanks in advance - Cheers Aslan

I ran the choke conversion. Went well.

The TM40 is a better buy from Procycle as you get the machined adapters.

Once you've ridden a pumper equipped DR then even a dyno jetted one feels a bit limp down low.

[rogerh]

Once you've ridden a pumper equipped DR then even a dyno jetted one feels a bit limp down low.

I have ridden two bikes before and after now. Pumpers work well. Worth doing if you can in any case seems to be the story. Cheap ones do come up if you wait......

[Aslan]

Appreciate your feedback guys - very helpful.

I think in the short term I'll just get the hand operated choke conversation and watch out for a 'pumper' carb

[Eddieb]

Whats the advantage of the hand choke?

[bart]

Whats the advantage of the hand choke?

I've been wondering that myself. :scratch:

[NordieBoy]

Water can get down the cable one.
Mine got rusty crap down into the plunger and bound it up.
Couldn't turn it completely off.

[alane]

Water can get down the cable one.
Mine got rusty crap down into the plunger and bound it up.
Couldn't turn it completely off.

CHOKED choke---:D

[DR650gary]

Just put one on my son's DR650. Very simple and necessary in his case as the old cable had broken due to rust. Seemed a cheaper option.

Cheers

[Aslan]

as others have said cable on handlebar operated one can seize - mine was staying open before the DB - lubed it and after the DB has seized so the conversion seems like a sensible thing to do - cheers all

[Phreaky Phil]

I had to change mine because the the curved metal tube part by the handle bar hit my big tank. I had an old Mikuni carb lying around which had the carb mounted choke knob so I fitted that, but will get a remote one for my FCR when I fit that

[Aslan]

May be useful if you have not already seen this

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=347184

[cold comfort]

May be useful if you have not already seen this

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=347184

Thanks for that S- most useful breakdown

[Squiggles]

Anyone thinking of making an order with Procycle soon? I'm only after a couple of wee items (Cush drive rubbers, spark plugs) and wanting to cut down the shipping cost a bit!

[Eddieb]

Anyone thinking of making an order with Procycle soon? I'm only after a couple of wee items (Cush drive rubbers, spark plugs) and wanting to cut down the shipping cost a bit!

I want to get a couple of things, when were you looking at ordering?

[NordieBoy]

I got 2 sets of cush rubbers last time.
$33 us each + $15 freight.

One of the sets is on Eddies DR.

Spark plugs?

[Eddieb]

I got 2 sets of cush rubbers last time.
$33 us each + $15 freight.

One of the sets is on Eddies DR.

Spark plugs?

Oh thats good to know, how long ago was that?

[JATZ]

Spark plugs?

:scratch: :blink:
thats what I was thinking

Are they speshial ?

[XF650]

3rd gears are waaaaay cheaper from the US than NZ.........

[Squiggles]

I want to get a couple of things, when were you looking at ordering?

Probably sometime next week.

Tempted to get some wolfman panniers too but haven't got luggage racks (not keen on paying 200US for theirs either!)

[paulj]

Has anyone replaced the cable choke mechanism on the CV carb with the manual alternative available from Jesse Kientz? http://www.kientech.com/DR650HandChokeConv.htm

Anyone purchased and installed a pumper carb like these on offer from Jesse http://www.kientech.com/TM-40Pumper.html

Keen to know of others experiences before splashing out on a pumper carb

thanks in advance - Cheers Aslan

And does anyone have any comment on the open-road surge problem vs pumper carbs - is it cured, worsened ....? If fixed,a pumper would be worth it just for that.

[gav24]

And does anyone have any comment on the open-road surge problem vs pumper carbs - is it cured, worsened ....? If fixed,a pumper would be worth it just for that.

What's this? Not another problem I didnt know I had:facepalm:

Still if a pumper carb is the only fix, I'd better get one. Better safe than sorry!:innocent:

[NordieBoy]

There is no surge problem with pumpers.

On a CV carb, any turbulent/pulsed air getting into the airbox can lift the slide fractionally and cause a momentary rich or lean condition.

The cable slide is not affected by this at all.

Having said that, I can't recall having an open road surge issue on the BST.

My occasional problem was going to closed throttle after extended 110kph sections where the slide would stick at the bottom.

[Eddieb]

Probably sometime next week.

Tempted to get some wolfman panniers too but haven't got luggage racks (not keen on paying 200US for theirs either!)

I have the Wolfmans, they are good though fiddly to put on and take off. Fortunately my DR came with some homemade racks that the Wolfmans seem to fit perfectly.

[NordieBoy]

I have the Wolfmans, they are good though fiddly to put on and take off. Fortunately my DR came with some homemade racks that the Wolfmans seem to fit perfectly.

And the flapping straps looks like tassels at speed...

:scooter:

[Eddieb]

And the flapping straps looks like tassels at speed...

:scooter:

I better only put the front up the normal height and leave the back low to rake it out a bit then.

[dino3310]

I better only put the front up the normal height and leave the back low to rake it out a bit then.

mate if ya wana look gay then just go buy a Harley

:rofl:

[paulj]

There is no surge problem with pumpers.

My occasional problem was going to closed throttle after extended 110kph sections where the slide would stick at the bottom.

Hmmm - I have the "large gulp" version - after extended open road cruising under a constant throttle, the slightest throttle back deviation causes a large power off surge for a second, then back to normal - almost as if the ignition has cut out - well documented elsewhere but no real solution.

Stuck slide was my thinking too but ... frozen carb, standing wave in the inlet port ...

Time to get a pumper and see what that does.

[NordieBoy]

Hmmm - I have the "large gulp" version - after extended open road cruising under a constant throttle, the slightest throttle back deviation causes a large power off surge for a second, then back to normal - almost as if the ignition has cut out - well documented elsewhere but no real solution.

Never had that issue...

[travellingnome]

Hi DR Guru's

I am planning to remove the poxy headlight on the DR and replace is with a great big round one. Any tips on one to use? I will get rid of the tiny plastic cowling too.

Tip hints and tricks welcome.

Hello there, I am wondering if you ever changed headlights and if yes do you have the poxy one for sale?

[wysper]

Hello there, I am wondering if you ever changed headlights and if yes do you have the poxy one for sale?

No, never got round to it - ended up selling the whole bike!

[clint640]

An eight year old boy is walking down a footpath one day when a motorcycle pulls over next to him. "If you get on the bike," the rider says, "I'll give you $10 and this lolly."

The boy refuses and keeps on walking. A few moments later, not to take no for an answer, the man riding the bike pulls over again. "How about $20 and two blocks of chocolate?" The boy tells the man to leave him alone and keeps on walking.

Still further down the road the man pulls over to the side road. "OK," he says, "this is my final offer. I'll give you $50 and all the lollies you can eat." The little boy stops, walks to the road and looks into the helmet.

"Look," he says to the rider. "You bought the DR650, Dad. You'll have to live with it!"

:bleh:

Yes it is a rehash of an old one, still funny though :eek:

Clint

[Aslan]

good one Clint

[Eddieb]

i found this while surfing tonight, http://www.scribd.com/doc/36262643/DR-650-K8

It's a full parts catalogue for the K8 DR, exploded diagrams of all the internals with parts numbers.

Only thing is you have to either create an account or login via your facebook account to get it.

[bart]

i found this while surfing tonight, http://www.scribd.com/doc/36262643/DR-650-K8

It's a full parts catalogue for the K8 DR, exploded diagrams of all the internals with parts numbers.

Only thing is you have to either create an account or login via your facebook account to get it.

Clicked the link and a virus threat warning thing came up. :gob: You sure it's not some dodgy porn site or something.

[Woodman]

This is a good one for diagrams and oem numbers too and being a klrer the name attracted me.

http://www.cheapcycleparts.com/model_years/3593-suzuki-2005-DR650SE/assemblies/120670

[dino3310]

This is a good one for diagrams and oem numbers too and being a klrer the name attracted me.

http://www.cheapcycleparts.com/model_years/3593-suzuki-2005-DR650SE/assemblies/120670

i just saw the word cheap and that was enough for me :laugh:

[DR650gary]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=260720251129&ssPageName=ADME:X:RTQ:MOTORS:1123#ht_500wt_1182

He is now offering FreePost to NZ. He is just updating his listing. These seem to get a bit of support on ADVrider so I asked if he would Freepost and he has agredd.

Cheers

[NordieBoy]

Damn. I run a 16t and I wouldn't like to make that any thinner than it is.

[cromagnon]

I think it is about time I declared my allegiance to the dr650 thread, I bought this k5 during the week :banana:. Got my full license and sold the 250. First on the list of mods is are a bash plate and then getting rid of the deathwings.

[Eddieb]

I think it is about time I declared my allegiance to the dr650 thread, I bought this k5 during the week :banana:. Got my full license and sold the 250. First on the list of mods is are a bash plate and then getting rid of the deathwings.

Woohoo! 

[Magnum Noel]

I think it is about time I declared my allegiance to the dr650 thread, I bought this k5 during the week :banana:. Got my full license and sold the 250. First on the list of mods is are a bash plate and then getting rid of the deathwings.

Ok I'll declare mine as well. Nordie is on every other m/c forum so might as well join up. Here is the Bikehttp://i1236.photobucket.com/albums/ff442/Noelsy/DSC01695.jpg

[Eddieb]

Ok I'll declare mine as well. Nordie is on every other m/c forum so might as well join up.

Cool, your even in the same suburb as me.

[dino3310]

Ok I'll declare mine as well. Nordie is on every other m/c forum so might as well join up. Here is the Bikehttp://i1236.photobucket.com/albums/ff442/Noelsy/DSC01695.jpg

welcome Noel...
That DR looks tooo pretty, time to Mod:devil2:

[Frodo]

Damn. I run a 16t and I wouldn't like to make that any thinner than it is.

Nordie
I've just fitted a 16T to my bike, instead of a 15 (because I could only get a 47T rear rather than 44T). Anyway, my 15T had slightly less clearance with the case saver that is standard with my bike than in the link's photo. The 16T fits fine. There is perhaps a couple of mm clearance to the chain. No problems in 500km. So I wouldn't let reduced clearance stop you fitting one to your bike.
Cheers

[Magnum Noel]

Cool, your even in the same suburb as me.

Do we have two DR's on the hill?

[Magnum Noel]

welcome Noel...
That DR looks tooo pretty, time to Mod:devil2:

Would love to mod but no spare cabbage at the moment. Damm it. But hey still enjoying riding again.

[Eddieb]

Do we have two DR's on the hill?

Yep, lower end of Dowse.

[Magnum Noel]

Yep, lower end of Dowse.

We got a grousey on the dowsey!!

sorrry

[Eddieb]

Would love to mod but no spare cabbage at the moment. Damm it. But hey still enjoying riding again.

Check out my DR build thread, I'm doing a few cheap mods to mine, with a few more expensive ones to come. The latest is free and I think worth doing.

We'll have to arrange to meet up sometime.

[Magnum Noel]

Check out my DR build thread, I'm doing a few cheap mods to mine, with a few more expensive ones to come. The latest is free and I think worth doing.

We'll have to arrange to meet up sometime.

Had a look through the thread. Would like to see the DR in person it looks interesting what with the yellow frame.

[Phreaky Phil]

For those not on ADV rider, I thought I would show you my latest project. Bashplate.
I didnt really like any of the other ones available, either to thin or looking like a square mouth shovel with the handle broken off !!

[dino3310]

that looks pretty bloody good Phil, where do i place my order:rolleyes:

[bart]

Grab handle....I like it.

Problem with a lot of bash plates is they wrap around towards the oil filter, and send engine noise upwards. This looks like a real good solution. :clap:

[gav24]

hmmm - me likey....:clap:
doing any more?

[KevinD]

Finaly figured out what to do about the stack of tyres off my motard , I bought a new DR650 and spoked on 17 inch rims , what a blast for such a soft bike it is stupid fast on the road ( allready pissed off quite a few road bikes ) but it's a lot better in the shingle than I thought it would be , genraly I find road bikes better in the shingle but this is so much fun I've found myself out riding at 2 in the morning in the shingle . the other suprise is how well that the GPR a10 tyres work in shingle , it handles so well my mate has just gotten some 17s to spoke on to his 650 and has told me to do more racing to generate more tyres for him to use. Only hassles so far are the overly restricted exaust ( fixed , now better power ) and suspension is to soft , needs way more rebound and a little more compresion but thats happening soon , if I get a chance to let it cool down . At least it dosen't have a fairing as the bellypan on my SV is now rooted from shingle .

What's the approximate cost to add 17 inch rims ?

[DR650gary]

What's the approximate cost to add 17 inch rims ?

I may have a set of 17 inch wheels for sale with tyres and a digital speedo already setup. My son bought his DR650 in motard form but converted it back to dirt and the wheels have sat in my barn ever since. PM me and we can see if a deal can be done either with the Vapor or without.

Cheers

[cromagnon]

Im not sure if this has been linked before but a good resource is: http://dr650.wikia.com/wiki/Main_Page Lots of mod info etc

[paulj]

Whats the first and best 'fix' for improving the brakes on a DR650? Especially the front - ss lines, organic pads, wavy rotor ... fully laden with lardass atop I miss the brakes on my Beemer - they're a bit extreme for the DR, but I don't like DR's front brake lever hitting the stops and the front wheel is still rolling.

[Phreaky Phil]

Whats the first and best 'fix' for improving the brakes on a DR650? Especially the front - ss lines, organic pads, wavy rotor ... fully laden with lardass atop I miss the brakes on my Beemer - they're a bit extreme for the DR, but I don't like DR's front brake lever hitting the stops and the front wheel is still rolling.If your lever hits the bars you have a problem with the brakes. Either air in the line or a leak, although that would be easy to spot. The standard DR front brake, when working properly is very good

[NordieBoy]

I don't like DR's front brake lever hitting the stops and the front wheel is still rolling.


The standard DR front brake, when working properly is very good

I'd just go with braided lines. After trying them on CooneyR's bike when it was getting rebuilt after the crash, I went straight up to the counter and ordered some for mine.
I've noticed that some pads are much better than others but I can't remember which :(

At the extreme end, there is a 320mm motard conversion.

[Woodman]

Whats the first and best 'fix' for improving the brakes on a DR650?

Spend a day on a pre 08 klr, then you will never complain of bad brakes ever again.

[NordieBoy]

Spend a day on a pre 08 klr, then you will never complain of bad brakes ever again.

Or ride a TT350 with only one caliper piston working...

[Woodman]

Or ride a TT350 with only one caliper piston working...

You are lucky to have more than one.

BTW and completely off topic soory, but did I hear a hint that you may have 2 usd front ends available? or did I misinterpret? Cos I am still interested.

[Squiggles]

What's the approximate cost to add 17 inch rims ?

Lotsa money if you want to start from scratch :crybaby: Still got to put tires on mine

[Phreaky Phil]

hmmm - me likey....:clap:
doing any more?Possibly, but will be a while before I have the time. Wouldnt be as cheap as some of the others as theres quite a bit of fabrication and welding involved.

[paulj]

I'd just go with braided lines. After trying them on CooneyR's bike when it was getting rebuilt after the crash, I went straight up to the counter and ordered some for mine.
I've noticed that some pads are much better than others but I can't remember which :(

At the extreme end, there is a 320mm motard conversion.

Thanks Nordie - braided lines it is. Yes I had heard there were softer pads too. I don't want Beemer brakes, just some stopping compensation for the added weight (mostly mine~!).

Procycle here I come ...

[Eddieb]

Whats the first and best 'fix' for improving the brakes on a DR650? Especially the front - ss lines, organic pads, wavy rotor ... fully laden with lardass atop I miss the brakes on my Beemer - they're a bit extreme for the DR, but I don't like DR's front brake lever hitting the stops and the front wheel is still rolling.


If your lever hits the bars you have a problem with the brakes. Either air in the line or a leak, although that would be easy to spot. The standard DR front brake, when working properly is very good


Thanks Nordie - braided lines it is. Yes I had heard there were softer pads too. I don't want Beemer brakes, just some stopping compensation for the added weight (mostly mine~!).

Procycle here I come ...

+1 to the guys above, having gone from various airheads to a DR, the DR's brake is leagues ahead of an airhead.

[DR650gary]

Yes, I know this is not the best spot to post on, but I have a black IMS tank and a Pro Circuit T4 muffler and DR650 mid pipe that are now surplus. PM me if you are interested and we can chat about price. I would be able to deliver between Levin and Wellington but may also be able to drop off on the way to Tauranga next week.

Cheers

[DR650gary]

Yes, I know this is not the best spot to post on, but I have a black IMS tank and a Pro Circuit T4 muffler and DR650 mid pipe that are now surplus. PM me if you are interested and we can chat about price. I would be able to deliver between Levin and Wellington but may also be able to drop off on the way to Tauranga next week.

Cheers

Just a push...

The IMS has gone but the DR650 specific exhaust and mid pipe is still for sale. Was virtually new when I bought it last year and it would not have done 1500 ks on the bike.

Cheers

[carver]

where can i get some touring tires for my Dog Rooter?

[NordieBoy]

where can i get some touring tires for my Dog Rooter?

Shinko 705's
http://www.bits4bikes.co.nz/parts/suzuki/2623.aspx

[DR650gary]

I have a few surplus bits for the DR650 07 that I just sold.

White headlight shroud, Yellow front guard, right side plastic cover (Muffler but missing the rubber grommet) and a virtually unused 15/42 stock sprocket set with new DID 525 chain with unused joiner.

Can get them to you between Levin and Wellington.

Bought them in case of mishaps, luckily there weren't any so now surplus. Drop me an email if they rock your boat and we'll sort something out.

[Eddieb]

I have a few surplus bits for the DR650 07 that I just sold.

White headlight shroud, Yellow front guard, right side plastic cover (Muffler but missing the rubber grommet) and a virtually unused 15/42 stock sprocket set with new DID 525 chain with unused joiner.

Can get them to you between Levin and Wellington.

Bought them in case of mishaps, luckily there weren't any so now surplus. Drop me an email if they rock your boat and we'll sort something out.

Is that a late model headlight shroud, how much do you want for it?
Nordie, will that bolt straight onto my bike?

[DR650gary]

Is that a late model headlight shroud, how much do you want for it?
Nordie, will that bolt straight onto my bike?

Yup, late model, off a 2004.

Course it'll bolt on. That's what a toolkit is for. Mine has a Sabre Saw!!!


Seriously, not sure. If it does, you have my email....drop me an offer. Come up for a ride and we'll crowbar it on :woohoo:

Cheers

[NordieBoy]

Nordie, will that bolt straight onto my bike?
  :yes:

[carver]

Dr for sale 4.5k 07, 12k miles, good cond235720235721235722235723

GSXR 600 exhaust, aftermarket bars and grips

wof and reg (till april) rear tire needs replacing

[thepom]

Tidy looking girl Carver.......

[NordieBoy]

Tidy looking girl Carver.......

Yeah. His avatar is before the op.

[carver]

Tidy looking girl Carver.......

I shoulda taken a shot when i had the chance

[DR650gary]

[QUOTE=carver;1130026145]235722

She looks about 12 :shit:

I've got sneakers older than her :innocent:

[DR650gary]

I have a couple of older DR200 and DR125 seats. I was told that they would fit a pre 96 DR650 and I could have made them fit the 07 model but needed too much fiddling for me to bother. I bought them to modify, obviously, with a couple of seating options for the bike. Didn't fit to 08 DR200 as they were too wide.

Can be posted but probably not cheap. If you want them, they owe me $10 and I am sure there would be a way to get them to you, especially if between Levin and Wellington. Bases are plastic and are undamaged. Both sets of foam are fine but one has ripped vinyl.

PM or post.

Cheers

[carver]

[QUOTE=carver;1130026145]235722

She looks about 12 :shit:

I've got sneakers older than her :innocent:

18 brother!

[michael e]

[QUOTE=DR650gary;1130026653]

18 brother!

nice:niceone:

[Phreaky Phil]

[QUOTE=DR650gary;1130026653]

18 brother!Sold :woohoo:

[DR650gary]

[QUOTE=DR650gary;1130026653]

18 brother!


Still got sneakers older than her :violin:

[5150]

Anyone after a B&B Bash plate for a DR650? One reasonably priced on Trade me at the moment.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Parts-for-sale/Other/auction-367081480.htm

:corn:

[Eddieb]

Anyone after a B&B Bash plate for a DR650? One reasonably priced on Trade me at the moment.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Parts-for-sale/Other/auction-367081480.htm

:corn:

Yep. it's already on my watchlist.

[zeRax]

just ask the question eddie :P...

[NordieBoy]

Yep. it's already on my watchlist.

You'd just about get $100 for your OEM one.


Hey Zerax, what other DR goodies you still holding on to?

[Squiggles]

Hey Zerax, what other DR goodies you still holding on to?

Yeah, whatcha got mista?

[DR650gary]

The guy that bought my DR650 is looking for a bolt on after market system exhaust. He is based up in Tauranga.

Post em up if you have one and want to sell it.

Cheers

[zeRax]

hmmmm


nothing else ya'll

I have one of those headlights with indicators in shroud,

a trailtech vapor

a trailtech vector

ummmmm

zeta barkbusters/armour guards whatever they call them w/ standard bar mounts


dont know whatelse off the top of my head :P

[NordieBoy]

dont know whatelse off the top of my head :P

So you've come up short then?

:killingme


How much for the Vector?

[zeRax]

fucked if i know :D?

its sitting in a box making love to the vapour

[cromagnon]

fucked if i know :D?

its sitting in a box making love to the vapour

how much for the vapour then? :innocent: i seethe bb plate is withdrawn...

[zeRax]

zerax is now listening to offers !

[DR650gary]

My son has just bought a CBR1000RR so his Dr650 won't be moved from my shed for a while I think. He may be persuaded to part with it, and relieve some space in my barn. 2004 Yellow, 2 Brothers can, properly fitted and properly fitted jet kit and airfilter.

Tidy bike and was a bit quicker than my 07 model. Has 2 sets of tyres and $4500 would tempt him.

PM me if interested, although if it don't sell it will go to Auckland to be his summer bike....or winter if he visits.

Cheers

[5150]

hmmmm


nothing else ya'll

I have one of those headlights with indicators in shroud,

a trailtech vapor

a trailtech vector

ummmmm

zeta barkbusters/armour guards whatever they call them w/ standard bar mounts


dont know whatelse off the top of my head :P

How much $ to tempt you to part with Vector and Vapor? :innocent:

[zeRax]

offers ~_~

[cruza]

hi guys , just brought dr650 , got 60,000km on it , is cam chain tensioner auto on these? or do ya have to loosen off bolt on back of barrel? doesn't sound too bad, but seems a bit of noise there.
just flushed engine out with high detergent diesel oil several times, casualty of earthquake , fell off its stand and got water in thru exhaust by looks of it.
seems to run great and been looked after most of its life by local kb owners.

[countryguy]

I've decided to sell my DR guys. Please check out classifieds.

[NordieBoy]

hi guys , just brought dr650 , got 60,000km on it , is cam chain tensioner auto on these? or do ya have to loosen off bolt on back of barrel? doesn't sound too bad, but seems a bit of noise there.
just flushed engine out with high detergent diesel oil several times, casualty of earthquake , fell off its stand and got water in thru exhaust by looks of it.
seems to run great and been looked after most of its life by local kb owners.

Auto tensioner.
Change the oil regularly and see if the noises change...

[NordieBoy]

I've decided to sell my DR guys. Please check out classifieds.

So watcha going to get?

[gazzerklr]

Is there a supplier in NZ for magnetic drain plugs?

[Phreaky Phil]

Something to keep Eddies Moral up

[Magnum Noel]

Is there a supplier in NZ for magnetic drain plugs?

Just brought one with washer from Wgtn Motorcycle Centre $13.00 all up. They had it in over night.

[Eddieb]

Something to keep Eddies Moral up

mmmmmmmmmmm.

[NordieBoy]

Is there a supplier in NZ for magnetic drain plugs?

Still got a little supply of magnety bits here for roll-your-own ones.

[NordieBoy]

mmmmmmmmmmm.

Stop dribbling man. It's undignified!



Ohhhh. Ohlins.... Mmmmmmmmm....

[gazzerklr]

Just brought one with washer from Wgtn Motorcycle Centre $13.00 all up. They had it in over night.

Thanks, I'll give them a call

[DR650gary]

Still got a little supply of magnety bits here for roll-your-own ones.

Can you explain further? I may need pictures :blink:

Is the plan suitable for the TDM and the Cagiva, if so, count me in for enough to do the job on both?

Thanks

[NordieBoy]

Can you explain further? I may need pictures :blink:

Is the plan suitable for the TDM and the Cagiva, if so, count me in for enough to do the job on both?

Thanks

Drill a 6mm hole in the bung about 2/3 the length of the magnet.
Drop the magnet in.

Job done.
Lookie what mine found...
An errant NSU screw.
http://sports.nelson.geek.nz/motorsport/mybikes/DR650/slides/20090828-134741.jpg

I sent a packet up to Aslan. He may still have some left?

[gazzerklr]

Can someone tell me the secret to removing and refitting the airbox. The service manual says to remove only the clamp on the carb, and doesn't mention the one on the front of the airbox. Can't see how to get it out in one lump. Is it better to take the battery out? Thanks

[NordieBoy]

I think I removed the one from the front of the airbox.
It's still a bugger to remove though.
I've only done it to replace the shock.

[gazzerklr]

I think I removed the one from the front of the airbox.
It's still a bugger to remove though.
I've only done it to replace the shock.

Thanks, was dreaming to think maybe there was a magic way, getting it back in will be a bugger, or did you just leave out the mesh backfire thingy?

[NordieBoy]

Thanks, was dreaming to think maybe there was a magic way, getting it back in will be a bugger, or did you just leave out the mesh backfire thingy?

I removed that years ago.

[carver]

Shinko 705-is a good tire

[NordieBoy]

Shinko 705-is a good tire

Can't be. Not at half the price of TKC80's.

:woohoo:

Would have been well under half the price but the 20% off special ended yesterday.

[carver]

Can't be. Not at half the price of TKC80's.

:woohoo:

Would have been well under half the price but the 20% off special ended yesterday.

I am switching from T63's to the shinko..
Much better than what i was expecting on gravel, and good on the road

[NordieBoy]

I am switching from T63's to the shinko..
Much better than what i was expecting on gravel, and good on the road

Surprising tyres aren't they :yes:

[carver]

Surprising tyres aren't they :yes:

so far, yes, in a good way

[young1]

What is a DR 650 like for an extended ride. Comfortable, too many vibrations etc etc?

[cold comfort]

What is a DR 650 like for an extended ride. Comfortable, too many vibrations etc etc?

Diabolical, but not as bad as some.No issue with vibration. Plenty of threads on here about aftermarket options. I resorted to a sheepskin for the Dusty Butt's

[Eddieb]

What is a DR 650 like for an extended ride. Comfortable, too many vibrations etc etc?

Minimal vibrations, much better than I ever expected actually. Seriously crap seat though, I get uncomfortable after about 150km's. A sheepskin makes a good difference but a wider and more padded seat is on my want list. Seat to footpeg distance could be greater IMO.

[Monstaman]

What is a DR 650 like for an extended ride. Comfortable, too many vibrations etc etc?

It is our weapon of choice for riding from Alaska to Argentina and further next year, they are lighter and smaller than other 650s.

Wot the boys said about the seats is true, we are having two seats custom made to more shape and width and reduction in height, the height more so for Ellens bike.

[cold comfort]

It is our weapon of choice for riding from Alaska to Argentina and further next year, they are lighter and smaller than other 650s.


Argentina? Alaska?? Dude that will be some epic journey. Very envious there. Fantastic you are doing it together- certainly keeping the pressure on Ellen with the skills program.

[NordieBoy]

certainly keeping the pressure on Ellen with the skills program.

That's why they're doing it downhill...
Easier for learners...

:scooter:

[Monstaman]

Argentina? Alaska?? Dude that will be some epic journey. Very envious there. Fantastic you are doing it together- certainly keeping the pressure on Ellen with the skills program.

Yeah I have got a week off work .. that should cover it eh :blink:

Really lookin forward to it Mark, I have had a good round the block trip in the planning for a few years and the time was never right, not sure if it is now or not so we are just gonna go, end of April 2012 on.:woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo: :woohoo:

Been saving since Iceland last year, Ellen will have to quit her job as they won't hold it for more than a year so that has just made it easier to keep riding until the piggy bank runs dry.


That's why they're doing it downhill...
Easier for learners...

:scooter:

.... we were told it was down hill both ways :facepalm:

[tim46]

I agree about the Shinko 705. I had one on for over 15000 k's and found it very good for the price. I have recently replaced it it with a Kenda K761. Also very cheap ($100) but poor wet grip (spins up taking off from the lights in the rain).

In regards to comfort , I have done Wellington to Paeroa and back for the battle of the streets the last two years using a sheepskin and found it ok for a couple of hours, anything longer will induce piles. I have noticed some vibrations through the bars recently (fat bar conversion with hand gaurds and no bar end weights).

[paulj]

Like everyone else on a DR650 for an extended ride, my butt has been sore too many times - Corbins are nice, partner's got one on her bike but that ain't mine.

Imported a bigger tank from Just Tanks and included the Seat Concepts cover for the DR.

Here's a few pics showing the fitting - (pics are in reverse order!) - I ain't too much of a handyman but it wasn't too difficult and went together fairly easily.

The minor wrinkles at the upturn are something to do with the cutting in the factory - I could not pull them out without straining the stitching on the sides.

I have yet to fit the tank and pumper carb so can't say if it will be better but it sure as hell looks like it should be - note in the pic my mods for the stock seat - bore a few holes in the foam - helped a bit but the real problem is the width (as the actress said to the Bishop).

All up seat and IMS tank - $NZ317 delivered.

[Eddieb]

Hmm, interesting, humour a slow guy here.

So you buy the seat concepts kit, it includes a new cover with built in padding?

You then strip your old cover and padding off the seat pan, lay the new cover and padding on, staple it up and voila! bobs your uncle, new comfy seat?

[NordieBoy]

Hmm, interesting, humour a slow guy here.

So you buy the seat concepts kit, it includes a new cover with built in padding?

You then strip your old cover and padding off the seat pan, lay the new cover and padding on, staple it up and voila! bobs your uncle, new comfy seat?

Basically, yes.

[DR650gary]

All up seat and IMS tank - $NZ317 delivered.

That is a great price. My son is interested as he is stock currently. Where did you get such a good deal, this is what I found just for the seat.


http://www.seatconcepts.com/index.php?p=1_24

$US159.00

[paulj]

That is a great price. My son is interested as he is stock currently. Where did you get such a good deal, this is what I found just for the seat.


http://www.seatconcepts.com/index.php?p=1_24

$US159.00

JustGasTanks - yeah it seemed a sharp price to me - I just paid up and shut up.

http://www.justgastanks.com/store/

[DR650gary]

JustGasTanks - yeah it seemed a sharp price to me - I just paid up and shut up.

http://www.justgastanks.com/store/

Very sharp price, best I get is $244 for the tank and $170 for the seat and that is plus freight AND in US dollars. Shame, you should have cleared the warehouse at the prices you got and made all the DR owners happy campers on this board.

Good score, enjoy. :facepalm:

[Eddieb]

Like everyone else on a DR650 for an extended ride, my butt has been sore too many times - Corbins are nice, partner's got one on her bike but that ain't mine.

Imported a bigger tank from Just Tanks and included the Seat Concepts cover for the DR.

Here's a few pics showing the fitting - (pics are in reverse order!) - I ain't too much of a handyman but it wasn't too difficult and went together fairly easily.

The minor wrinkles at the upturn are something to do with the cutting in the factory - I could not pull them out without straining the stitching on the sides.

I have yet to fit the tank and pumper carb so can't say if it will be better but it sure as hell looks like it should be - note in the pic my mods for the stock seat - bore a few holes in the foam - helped a bit but the real problem is the width (as the actress said to the Bishop).

All up seat and IMS tank - $NZ317 delivered.

So you've had time to do 500km on it now, where's the ride report? ;)

Enquiring minds want to know if it's money well spent.

[GSers]

Want to do a Fork transplant
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dirt-bikes/auction-375741989.htm
GSers

[NordieBoy]

Want to do a Fork transplant
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Motorbikes/Motorbikes/Dirt-bikes/auction-375741989.htm
GSers

Wonder how that'd go with a 650cc engine...

[gav24]

I seem to have alot of play in my rear sprocket. I checked against another DR and it had only 1/2 the amount of mine - but it had done 3 times the kms.:blink:

I have removed and checked the cush rubbers, they all look fine, no damage but they do drop out easily and have no resistance when fitting between the webs in the hub.

I think they may be worn out, hard to tell - anyone else had to change theirs? I'm just on 9000kms so it could be about right...

Suzuki NZ only have them ex - japan for $16 each plus GST (I need 6) or Procycle sell a set for under $40 US and I can also get a few extra farkles as well seeing as I'm ordering from them:love:

What do you think? Or am I missing something else very obvious? Yes - the sprocket bolts are tight!:facepalm:

[NordieBoy]

Procycle started stocking them after I ordered 2 sets.
I replaced mine at about 60,000km. They'd got pretty hard by then. They did make a difference to the smoothness.

Some in the States replace them every tyre change :shit: when there's half a mill or so of play. They're also the guys that leave the engine stock because "It's got plenty of power and the Suzuki engineers built it this way for a reason".

[Magnum Noel]

Did the exhaust grind and polish last night. pleasing results.
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[Magnum Noel]

Try with photo this time.

[Eddieb]

Did the exhaust grind and polish last night. pleasing results.

That bike is far too clean Noel, nice work though.

[gav24]

Procycle started stocking them after I ordered 2 sets.
I replaced mine at about 60,000km. They'd got pretty hard by then. They did make a difference to the smoothness.

Some in the States replace them every tyre change :shit: when there's half a mill or so of play. They're also the guys that leave the engine stock because "It's got plenty of power and the Suzuki engineers built it this way for a reason".

Wow! 60,000kms!
My sprocket has a good 5mm of 'easy' play by hand after 9,000:gob:
The one I checked against had about half that at 30,000kms...:blink:

Then again, mine isnt stock and I have been known to ride less than gently, off road, at times...
It is suprising how a DR650 will run with a couple of new YZF450's on a trail ride, no matter how hard they tried to shake me...:yes:

I think "scaring the normal people" is what the suzuki engineers REALLY wanted me to do with it! :woohoo:

Whilst ordering from Procycle, I think a few suspension mods may be needed though... and I'll put off the flatslide for a while.:bye:

[richyrich]

I seem to have alot of play in my rear sprocket. I checked against another DR and it had only 1/2 the amount of mine - but it had done 3 times the kms.:blink:

I have removed and checked the cush rubbers, they all look fine, no damage but they do drop out easily and have no resistance when fitting between the webs in the hub.

I think they may be worn out, hard to tell - anyone else had to change theirs? I'm just on 9000kms so it could be about right...

Suzuki NZ only have them ex - japan for $16 each plus GST (I need 6) or Procycle sell a set for under $40 US and I can also get a few extra farkles as well seeing as I'm ordering from them:love:

What do you think? Or am I missing something else very obvious? Yes - the sprocket bolts are tight!:facepalm:

gav,check the bearing in the sprocket carrier,it may be worn,as it gets hell if you run with the chain too tight,also the cush rubbers just sit in their location and have a bit of slop from new.i'v had two '07 drs and both had play ,felt about the same @9000kms

[gav24]

gav,check the bearing in the sprocket carrier,it may be worn,as it gets hell if you run with the chain too tight,also the cush rubbers just sit in their location and have a bit of slop from new.i'v had two '07 drs and both had play ,felt about the same @9000kms

Thanks, did wonder about how effective just the rubbers would be in taking up the slack. I'll get in there and give it all a good clean and check the bearing for play...

[paulj]

So you've had time to do 500km on it now, where's the ride report? ;)

Enquiring minds want to know if it's money well spent.

Too damned cold to ride far down this way at the moe - but - the short burst I have had on it, complete with SSteel brake hose, pumper carb, IMS tank and reworked seat says I won't be taking it off again... ever. Very sweet and nearly as good as my partner's ass - whoops seat!

Time will tell whether the stitching and materials will withstand the outdoors but for the moment it is as comfy as a Corbin.

I have had some issues with the rear mounting brackets - the IMS tank sits slightly further to the rear and consequently the brackets won't fit without modding ....

[Eddieb]

blah blah excuses blah....
Very sweet and nearly as good as my partner's ass

This thread is useless without pics ;)


Time will tell whether the stitching and materials will withstand the outdoors but for the moment it is as comfy as a Corbin.

I have had some issues with the rear mounting brackets - the IMS tank sits slightly further to the rear and consequently the brackets won't fit without modding ....

Sounds very tempting, my seat definately needs some attention and I think if I try and rebuild it myself it will end up worse than when I started.

I had the same issue when fitting my IMS, I had to remove the brackets and elongate the bracket holes by 5-6mm.

[Magnum Noel]

Has anybody tried these?
Handlebar ALLOY CR HIGH BEND BLACK Closes: Sat 21 May 3:59 pm (#376425530
For sale on Trade Me.

[nooles]

Has anybody tried these?
Handlebar ALLOY CR HIGH BEND BLACK Closes: Sat 21 May 3:59 pm (#376425530
For sale on Trade Me.

I have put a set on my KTM Adventure after the originals got a little bend in them:facepalm: and they appear to be the same as what I took off, same sort of bend/shape dimensions etc. They were cheap so I might grab a set and put some on the DR as well.

[Eddieb]

Has anybody tried these?
Handlebar ALLOY CR HIGH BEND BLACK Closes: Sat 21 May 3:59 pm (#376425530
For sale on Trade Me.

I've been considering a set of those for my DR also after tweaking my bars on the Naki Nutters ride.

[carver]

attn noobs

I will be doing a south island run on my dirty old slut.
I recently put 12v power to the rear, i put the plug in the plastic mudflap below the tail light so i could use it to charge my phone while riding and leave in in my bag.
I think the seat will hurt my arse

[carver]

oh, and i leave tomorrow morning

[NordieBoy]

Tell your arse good luck from me :yes:

[Eddieb]

http://www.procycle.us/bikepages/dr650.html

procycle have released their big valve head.


Finally! The long awaited cylinder head upgrade. Features CNC machined port shapes, larger high performance valve seats and custom made Kibblewhite 'Black Diamond' valve valves. Valve sizes are increased from the tiny stock 33mm intake & 28mm exhaust to 36mm intake & 32mm exhaust. This is not a radical modification. These bigger valves bring the valve sizes up to what would normally be found on other brands of 650 singles

$1199US plus an exchange head has to be provided.

http://www.procycle.us/images/bikepages/dr650/bvhdyno.jpg

[NordieBoy]

I'd look to Freewind valves, the 780 kit and 190 webcam if I was going to do anything like that.


Buuuut a high comp piston and 223 or 190 webcam would be a good budget solution.
If you go for a 190 cam then you've got to go through Procycle and it's $430US as it's a brand new cam. The 223 can be got from Webcam themselves with your old cam for exchange for much less.

[Eddieb]

I'd look to Freewind valves, the 780 kit and 190 webcam if I was going to do anything like that.


Buuuut a high comp piston and 223 or 190 webcam would be a good budget solution.
If you go for a 190 cam then you've got to go through Procycle and it's $430US as it's a brand new cam. The 223 can be got from Webcam themselves with your old cam for exchange for much less.

Ever seen a Dyno chart for a stock bike with a high comp piston only, or a stock bike with a cam only?

I'm interested to see what difference each makes individually, obviously collectively they can make a bigger difference but I'd like to see what one and the other do on their own. All the charts I can find the bikes aren't stock to start with, or have multiple parts added all at once.

[Phreaky Phil]

I havent even had a chance to get the 780 fitted yet. Time in the shed has been very limited. I have a "list of jobs" on the house to do.:yawn:

[dino3310]

i'd be happy with just a stock DR:yes:

[NordieBoy]

i'd be happy with just a stock DR:yes:

No one is happy with just a stock DR.


For long.

[dino3310]

No one is happy with just a stock DR.


For long.

that must be y i ended up on the XR :laugh:

[carver]

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Here are some pics from the trip, i did lake tekapo to hamilton n 1 run -minus the ferry

[Eddieb]

Has anybody tried these?
Handlebar ALLOY CR HIGH BEND BLACK Closes: Sat 21 May 3:59 pm (#376425530
For sale on Trade Me.

Hey Noel

Are you going to get a set? I am going to get some so we could combine postage if you were interested.

Eddie

[bart]

Here are some pics from the trip, i did lake tekapo to hamilton n 1 run -minus the ferry

Did the seat hurt your arse?

[Night Falcon]

Did the seat hurt your arse?

the stock Dr seat is a shocker!!! only thing worse is the stock 690 seat which was originally designed as a meat cleaver :sick:

[Magnum Noel]

Hey Noel

Are you going to get a set? I am going to get some so we could combine postage if you were interested.

Eddie

I'm in. Talk Tuesday night.Ok

[carver]

Did the seat hurt your arse?

big time, i felt violated by it

[Eddieb]

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[BMWST?]

Eddie

did i see you at the BP on motorway SH2 around 1 50 pm today eddie???

[Eddieb]

did i see you at the BP on motorway SH2 around 1 50 pm today eddie???

Nope, wasn't me.

[5150]

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HAHA, that looks like Mac or Lord Mac as he is known on the ADV forum. He did the MotoSyberia dvd I sent you. (Polish comrades of mine) :)

[XF650]

Been quoted $90 each OEM or $45 each after-market.
Any other options?

[Magnum Noel]

Does anyone know off the top of their head what size the steering head nut is. I will need to buy a socket but can't take it with me. Going to grease up the bearings as it seems the factory don't put much on from what i've read.
cheers

[Magnum Noel]

Nordie you must know! Looks to be about 32mm.

[TangoCharlie]

Has anyone recently done the TM40 carb upgrade? Weak US$ makes it very tempting..

[Magnum Noel]

Nordie you must know! Looks to be about 32mm.

Up date.All done and greased up. You can lock in 32mm. Wasn't much grease in their so thought better do the swing arm and pivots at the same time. Sure is a job getting the swing arm back while trying to hold the dust caps in place.

[Shoshoni]

Has anyone recently done the TM40 carb upgrade? Weak US$ makes it very tempting..

I've got one on mine the difference is night & day, I ordered mine from http://www.procycle.us/bikepages/dr650.html told him my setup for the bike, cut airbox, high flow exhaust, aftermarket tank. The kit comes with everything you need other jets, throttle cables, manual even a pull choke if you don't want to use the handlebar one. When I got the carb it was plug & play no messing around with jetting.

[gav24]

just coz I'm too lazy to check for myself, what does the current exchange rate mean that the carb kit costs at the moment, $NZ?
Been on my list for a while now but never managed to prise my tight arsed wallet open far enough...:violin:

[TangoCharlie]

$460.00 NZ from Jessie @ Kientech, plus postage

[Squiggles]

I think i'm about to pull the pin on a big procycle order, have a tm40 in there too :yes:

carb is $449.95US from procycle + $52 for shipping if its on its own = $616NZ

[Eddieb]

Just found this posted on the DR thread on ADVrider.

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[Magnum Noel]

[QUOTE=Eddieb;1130080111]Just found this posted on the DR thread on ADVrider.

Seen that on ADV. It's very well done. Bit of time went into making that video.

[bart]

Haha....nice

Must learn to wheely....

[Box'a'bits]

Haha....nice. Must learn to wheely....
Seems simple in the video. Give it a tug, & up it comes.
Oh, hang on, maybe that was that other forum...
:facepalm:

[cruza]

$460.00 NZ from Jessie @ Kientech, plus postage

Does that come with adaptors for rubber carb boots on a dr?

Puling my carb off this week, some shocking fuel use and engine not running as good as it should.

[Shoshoni]

Does that come with adaptors for rubber carb boots on a dr?

Puling my carb off this week, some shocking fuel use and engine not running as good as it should.

Kientech TM-40 doesn't have the adaptors for the carb, just uses those big ring clamp things to squeeze the boot tight around the carb you can see the pictures on his web page.

[gav24]

Procycle's kit does include the adaptor rings so the stock manifolds will fit without any "squeezing".

(:love:Man, I love this page http://www.procycle.us/bikepages/dr650.html )

[cruza]

So pulled stock carb off........ slides been already drilled. 140 main and needle at third clip, factory pilot and air screw 2 1/4 turns out, pretty factory stock.......
Was using alot of fuel in the weekend and what i'd say not running 100%

Lowered the float level, looked to be a tad high , but wasn't over flowing and will give carb a clean out. needle and jet look ok no major wear from what i see.

snorkel on airbox looked pretty small so have taken it off.

Are these bikes pretty lean at factory setting? plugs look certainly show no signs of over fueling.

Worth lifting needle before putting it back in?