Suzuki DR650 reviews

Having owned motorcycles for over 15 years, operating everything from a 1982 yamaha, to a 2007 KTM Supermoto 950, I can honestly say the Vstrom 650 was by far the best "runner". I wish I'd had the space and finances to own both the 950 for track day and the 650 for my daily driver, but alas time, money, and garage space conspired against me on that number. Lessons: Center stand - absolutely always and forever more, I will have a Center Stand installed on any bike I own. Electronic Ignition - the KTM line mostly has carburetor fed engines, and while there are some performance improvements to be had, the maintenance and "warmup" time are just not worth it. ABS - Anti-lock breaking tech is a must - never buy a motorcycle that doesn't have this. Show less

The DR650 is a blank canvas upon which you can become a Leonardo Di Vinci. Mine was stock when I bought it and, over a few months, I have transformed it into the most capable communter and adventure tourer in the world. This bike rocks my socks. It is grunty and fun. The sit up and beg seating position suits my aging bones. The nimble handling allows me to flick through the daily commute with ease. The high aspect lets me see cagers on their mobiles so I know who is likely to take me out in a moment of phone addiction. When I get to the trails after a comfortable ride on bitumen the "Bush pig" copes with all but the knarliest landscape. I love this bike and recommend it to anyone who is not excessively fashion conscious Show less