The DR650 thread

[junkmanjoe]

so just run a simple seprate line, have you got two lights on your bike,
shame your not coming on the KCR next month was looking forward to meeting you.

[NordieBoy]

so just run a simple seprate line, have you got two lights on your bike,
shame your not coming on the KCR next month was looking forward to meeting you.

I'll take some more shots tomorrow.
Everything I've ever done to my DR

Including...

[Tony W]

What fuel range do you fantastic DR 650 people get out of your 'big" tanks ?

[junkmanjoe]

mine good for 550km but never had it full of gas.

[Tony W]

mine good for 550km but never had it full of gas.

is that a 32L mate ?

[junkmanjoe]

was told it was a 30L
its made by safari in aussy.

[Box'a'bits]

Oh yeah

The first dyno run on the DR650 700cc kit has been done.

51.86 hp (34 stock)
49.1 ft/lbs (30 stock)

About a 48% improvement.

Just about into KTM territory....

[helenoftroy]

Tonight Im buzzing!!just have to have a wee rant bout these awesome bikes...

Admit I havent been on my DR for about 2 months,I have a wee race bike that has taken up time and have been riding the Ducati....

My son got his full licence in April & has seconded the DR & left his pocket rocket in my garage.Sam loves the DR!!

Anyway, today we went for a ride & swapped bikes.....man I love my trailie!!It is just so much fun,easy to ride,and corners like a cut cat!

Just such a great all purpose,fun bike for so little $$,Love all my bikes but this one does it all!!

[Aslan]

Tonight Im buzzing!!just have to have a wee rant bout these awesome bikes...

Admit I havent been on my DR for about 2 months,I have a wee race bike that has taken up time and have been riding the Ducati....

My son got his full licence in April & has seconded the DR & left his pocket rocket in my garage.Sam loves the DR!!

Anway, today we went for a ride & swapped bikes.....man I love my trailie!!It is just so much fun,easy to ride,and corners like a cut cat!

Just such a great all purpose,fun bike for so little $$,Love all my bikes but this one does it all!!

just had to acknowledge yr post Helen as it resonnated with me - have had a long affair with Bimmers (and yes they're good despite what their detractors may say) - however on buying my DR650 last year - the grin factor is huge and the thought i have is ' heh I should have bought one of these long ago - could have save a lot of dosh' - hard to find the perfect bike eh - will we see you on the 2 day DBK1 in '10? cheers Aslan

[Paladin]

just had to acknowledge yr post Helen as it resonnated with me - have had a long affair with Bimmers (and yes they're good despite what their detractors may say) - however on buying my DR650 last year - the grin factor is huge and the thought i have is ' heh I should have bought one of these long ago - could have save a lot of dosh' - hard to find the perfect bike eh - will we see you on the 2 day DBK1 in '10? cheers Aslan

Yep, I know what you mean Aslan; I was grinning from ear to ear when I finished Odlins Rd today on my DR - so much fun. Havin proper offroad tyres(D606's) on it has made so much difference and given me so much more confidence I can get thru challenging sections offroad on it!

[Squiggles]

First attempt at changing tyres this evening, tried using the old tube but pinched it around the rim lock. Chucked the spare tube in and i suppose ill know in a couple of hours if i suceeded! Beaded very easily.

[Woodman]

First attempt at changing tyres this evening, tried using the old tube but pinched it around the rim lock. Chucked the spare tube in and i suppose ill know in a couple of hours if i suceeded! Beaded very easily.

Tip if you don't already know. To avoid pinching the tube put air in it before putting the second bead on.

[Squiggles]

Tip if you don't already know. To avoid pinching the tube put air in it before putting the second bead on.

Yep, first time round didnt put enough in How much shampoo/water does everyone take for doing it on the side of the road? Prefer not to piss on the rim if i can avoid it

[Woodman]

Yep, first time round didnt put enough in How much shampoo/water does everyone take for doing it on the side of the road? Prefer not to piss on the rim if i can avoid it

take a little sachet of handcleaner. never used it yet, but also have a wee can of crc in me kit which would be ok too. Also never used that.

[Paladin]

take a little sachet of handcleaner. never used it yet, but also have a wee can of crc in me kit which would be ok too. Also never used that.

I carry a little bottle of washin up liquid with a bit of water in it - little trick soeone showed me when I did my first tyre change - seemed helpful!

A liberal squirting around the bead seemed to lube it well.