dr650 size?

[twotyred]

Thanks for all the generous info... now just gotta find one!... back to Tardme I go...

[far queue]

A smear of ATV often fixes it for thousands of km more...

Why would you want to smear an All Terrain Vehicle on your bike? Surely that wouldn't be too good for it? Some Room Temperature Vulcanising adhesive I could understand

[NordieBoy]

Why would you want to smear an All Terrain Vehicle on your bike? Surely that wouldn't be too good for it? Some Room Temperature Vulcanising adhesive I could understand

Depends.
If the ATV has some RTV in it's toolbox then you're RTG.
IMHO OK?
YMMV


Personally I just use that gasket goo stuff that's in my toolbox.
Dunno what it's called.

You're lucky I don't go and edit my original post, then [b]you'd[b] be the one looking acronimically challanged, not me

[TLDV8]

After surviving the roads for 20+ years I am considering coming over to the darkside... would the dr650 be suitable for a skinny guy,no muscles to speak of,5'11",73kgs... or would it be too much?

I am under 5' 9" / 82kg and have no problems on the DR,there is the option of dropping it around 40mm via the rear link and forks but i didn't bother.

Excellent bike.

[skidMark]

I am under 5' 9" / 82kg and have no problems on the DR,there is the option of dropping it around 40mm via the rear link and forks but i didn't bother.

Excellent bike.

What a silly place to park your jet plane.

[Dutchee]

After surviving the roads for 20+ years I am considering coming over to the darkside... would the dr650 be suitable for a skinny guy,no muscles to speak of,5'11",73kgs... or would it be too much?

Not sure I should say anything, but I'm under 5'3" and under 60kg and ride a DR650. also female, so not much upper body strength (give me my kdx anytime over the bush pig - yeah and the kdx ain't a lightweight either).
I've found her too heavy in the bush, but will happily ride gravel and road.
Long distance, I need to stop regularly. She also has a small tank (around 240k, but it depends).
After 30,000k, still happy with the bike. She did decide to start leaking oil when I bought her little sister (same day, obviously female & jealous).
Oh, if you want to drop it (why?) you can buy the lowering links & shorted stand from Suzuki. (yes, I have ridden it off road, but am choosy about where - Woodhill & Riverhead forests have been undertaken on her with me onboard - I did need male help once or twice, but that was more rider fuck-up than bike).

[twotyred]

Not sure I should say anything,

whyever not?? all opinions are most welcome,thanks very much for your thoughts

[$CENSLS1$]

I too am looking at purchsing a DR650 once I've graduated from my klx250
From what I've heard they sound like a great 'jack of all trades' bike which is exactly what I'm after. Thinking about buying some 17" 'tard rims at the same time just so I've got a set of wheels+tyres for commuting and doing tarmac/gravel miles on and a set for when I hit the dirt/beach/any sandy stuff.

Really looking forward to getting on one and having a go Can't wait!!!

[twotyred]

Really looking forward to getting on one and having a go Can't wait!!!

me neither although there are none in Wellington bike shops to check out.

Wellington MC had none and when I asked the sales rep when they were likely to be getting some his helpful answer was... "...dunno"

[Gizzit]

After surviving the roads for 20+ years I am considering coming over to the darkside... would the dr650 be suitable for a skinny guy,no muscles to speak of,5'11",73kgs... or would it be too much?

I'm going to do the same thing .... coming off a big road bike ... my choice is because of an old shoulder injury reappearing, and needing to get on a lighter bike. My choice has been either the 2008 DR650SE or a KLR650. I'm 5'11" and weigh "about" 88Kg, and I think either of those bikes will fit me fine. I would imagine you would find them to fit you well, probably withoutlowering the DR.
I think going to a dual purpose bike is a really good choice! As soon as my CB1300S sells, Thats what I'm going to buy. However, I don't think there are any(many) 08 KLR's around until April's new shipment. I think the DR's are more readily available. Good luck with your choice. I'd be keen to hear what you find.

[GaZBur]

I too am looking at purchsing a DR650 once I've graduated from my klx250
From what I've heard they sound like a great 'jack of all trades' bike which is exactly what I'm after. Thinking about buying some 17" 'tard rims at the same time just so I've got a set of wheels+tyres for commuting and doing tarmac/gravel miles on and a set for when I hit the dirt/beach/any sandy stuff.

Really looking forward to getting on one and having a go Can't wait!!!

Yep -they are a great all rounder. I preferred to stay on standard rims rather than go to 17" for two reasons. 1.Steering stays the same as does ride height so no worries about replacing the stand and 2.Keeps you in the Sportsmans class for open Motards if you feel like racing. Can recommend them as a heap of fun, cheap to buy and run and (comparitively) low maintenace.

[Gizzit]

Hey GazBur,
Is this actually an 06 model ??

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/List...x?id=142936003

it kind of looks like an 08 tank colour scheme ??

[GaZBur]

Hey GazBur,
Is this actually an 06 model ??

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/List...x?id=142936003

it kind of looks like an 08 tank colour scheme ??

Well buggered if I can tell any difference between any of the models. That looks identical to mine which was new in 06 but called a K5 model so assume its the same as the 05. Same paint job as mine too.
Looks ok - and they are pretty impossible to thrash to bits as mine is taking the punishment without any complaints.

For the size question - I'm 5'11" 76 kgs and the DR is real comfortable as set up standard(apart from the bum numbing seat).

[Gizzit]

Well buggered if I can tell any difference between any of the models. That looks identical to mine which was new in 06 but called a K5 model so assume its the same as the 05. Same paint job as mine too.
Looks ok - and they are pretty impossible to thrash to bits as mine is taking the punishment without any complaints.

For the size question - I'm 5'11" 76 kgs and the DR is real comfortable as set up standard(apart from the bum numbing seat).

Oh ok ... Thanks for that. And yes ...... anyone who thinks the stock DR seat is comfortable, probably enjoys having hot needles poked in their eyes !! ..... That has to be a given that it's the first thing to "modify".

If I do get a DR, I'll be off to Tauranga to get the McDonalds to do a new "Rider" seat for me. Do you know any DR riders that have got McDonalds to do a new seat ? I'd be interested to see a picture. .... and No .... these McDonalds don't do hamburgers and fries !!!!

[thepom]

So how does an xt600 compare to the DR?...