921 miles in 14 hours, Suzuki Vstrom 650

Left Idaho Falls enroute for Phoenix, AZ on a Suzuki Vstrom 650, arrived in phoenix in 14 hours at a distance of 921.5 miles, such an epic ride. #vstrom #suzukivstrom #adventuremotorcycle

[@randomlyTrees]

“That sun will not go down. There is something wrong with the earth.” 😂 I almost spit out my coffee laughing at that one. That’s a hell of a lot of hot miles, my friend. I had similar urge to just push the 970 or so miles from Sheridan, WY but the cross winds really beat that notion out of me. I’m glad you made it home safely!

[@verbalwidget7267]

I was glad to be get home Andrew thankful it was not much hotter, high winds make for a long day and are a definite realty check to how far you should go. Very wise on your part, glad you and the group made it home safely. I had a blast and enjoyed the time riding and working with you on the DR650.

[@verbalwidget7267]

Cross winds get old quickly, ahh ... you never know what the old Widget guy will say or do. I'm glad that you and the guys made it home safely too. Chatting with OBI-WAN today about how cool it was to meet you, Tim, Patrick and everyone else.

[@JdilpkleRS]

Great one Dave!! Glad you landed home safely. Cruise control would be glorious.

[@verbalwidget7267]

Joe ... Mr. LUND guy. Thank you, it was a great trip to some places that I had not seen before and was able to meet up with some very nice people. I thought about you as I traveled through Wyoming, such a beautiful place. CC would have been useful for sure, not even a throttle lock on the Vstrom like last year, those are handy too. We need to do a breakfast soon brother.

[@Motoramblings]

14.5 hours in the saddle!!! That’s some serious riding right there! Congratulations on getting it done, and I bet you really enjoyed being home. It was so fantastic to meet you in South Dakota, I can’t wait to ride with you again!

[@OneOldManRiding]

It's impressive indeed! You need to be Swabby crazy to go further! - Frank

[@Motoramblings]

@@OneOldManRiding 😂😂

[@verbalwidget7267]

We'll definitely hook up again Patrick. I enjoyed the fellowship with you and following big red across SD. That $40 gel butt pad was a life saver but sad to report it will never be the same again 🤣😂

[@Motoramblings]

@@verbalwidget7267 😂😂 I can imagine it won’t be!

[@vtrack1963]

That’s a lot of miles! I-15 riding at its best!

[@Motoramblings]

12:55 when I was going due west, and due east, I had some issues as well for awhile at different times!!

[@OneOldManRiding]

Drop down sun visor is a must for me. - Frank

[@Motoramblings]

@@OneOldManRiding I have one, but sometimes it’s just not enough!

[@verbalwidget7267]

@@OneOldManRiding I which that helmet had one, I have two sitting right here that do have that feature but are not as comfortable. Next year?

[@verbalwidget7267]

@@Motoramblings I have a dark (Arizona) blast shield for that helmet that I wish I had brought along, but it's September wintertime? 🙄🙈

[@Motoramblings]

@@verbalwidget7267 yea, the sun still shines in our eyes, even if it is “winter”, at 100+ degrees!! Yikes

[@Motoramblings]

12:00 did I hear you talking about Copper? My Copper?😂😂😂

[@verbalwidget7267]

Yes, a free plug, not that you need it. I was delirious from the sun, funny that popped into my head.

[@Motoramblings]

@@verbalwidget7267 😂😂😂

[@glenns6923]

I'm glad you made it home safe. It was great meeting you last week.

[@verbalwidget7267]

Thank you, Glenn, I'm glad you made it back home as well, it was good to meet you and see your stunning Goldwing. That's the way to travel, for sure.

[@Motoramblings]

14:30 99 degrees is too hot!!

[@verbalwidget7267]

99 degrees was not too bad, 105 was the winner for the day. The clear skies and blistering sun are what got to me.

[@Motoramblings]

@@verbalwidget7267 I am sure it did. That is tough riding conditions….

[@OneOldManRiding]

Imagine the hospital stay if you had to do this on a Tenere Dave? - Frank

[@verbalwidget7267]

Frank!!! Other than tubeless, the T700 would have been better in every way, more power, Sargent seat, longer range and a better fit for taller people, it has the factory hard cases, and touring screen as well. I will get the tubeless conversion on the rear wheel done before the years out from Wheel Works so I can comfortably take it on longer trips. As hot as it is, and old as I am, I don't think I would last long on the side of the highway fixing tube in a rear tire in 110 degrees. I may just send both wheels for peace of mind. But I can't knock the fun and miles the $4k V650 gave me. Priceless!

[@Motoramblings]

5:33 So awesome! Verbal Widget and the Mighty Rio getting it done!

[@verbalwidget7267]

Rio, the little Vstrom that could. I was changing the oil and debugging it last night. I did miss the Vstrom 1000's and 1050's if I had to be honest, the power and stability is much better. I had a couple times 5th gear on a hill hoping and praying. V650 will keep you a religious man 🤣🙏

[@Motoramblings]

@@verbalwidget7267 I’ve never been on one of the bigger Stroms, but I’m sure that extra power on a long trip is really nice to have

[@Motoramblings]

7:13 I spent close to an hour cleaning Big Red after I got home!😂😂😂

[@OneOldManRiding]

It's raining right now, you should have waited! - Frank

[@Motoramblings]

@@OneOldManRiding She’s safe and sound in the garage! So much rain!!!

[@verbalwidget7267]

@@OneOldManRiding Rain? What is that? It's 113 degrees! Rain is good for a pre-soak to soften the critters.

[@verbalwidget7267]

@@Motoramblings That's the place where beautiful big red belongs, beautiful machine, the only way to travel. I have a new interest in Goldwing's but maybe with optional the high fender off road kit.🤣😂

[@Motoramblings]

@@verbalwidget7267 😂😂 we here in the mountains of western North Carolina had the privilege of record setting rainfall, just before getting a ton of rain from Helene. It’s going to get pretty ugly around here for the next 24+ hours!!

[@ComfyDadShoes]

I just bought a 12” dl650, and I LOVE the relaxing nature of the bike. Nothing about it is rushed, throttle is smooth, quiet motor. Perfect motorcycle to chill out on without crushing my wallet. Great footage btw!

[@verbalwidget7267]

Thank you, I had a 2012 V650 a few years ago, and that led to the purchase of this bike. Dollar for dollar one of the best deals around, and just a great reliable bike. Enjoy the Vstrom.

[@planeflyer21]

Dude! Just go the 78.5 miles and complete an Iron Butt 1000. lol Glad you made it back safely. What's your comparison between the Vstrom 650s and Vstrom 1000 and 1050? That would be a good informational video.

[@verbalwidget7267]

V1050 V1000 V650 in that order for the highway. V1000/V1050 almost too close to call but 1050 has cruise. Gas mileage on a loaded V650 about the same or slightly worse at freeway speeds than the big V's That would be a good Video, since I believe I owned all Vstroms. I could have done the extra 79 miles but I was ready to be home eat and have a cup of coffee.

[@planeflyer21]

@@verbalwidget7267 Thanks! Yeah, I get it. Nice to be home.

[@jimmcbride6297]

Only 80 miles away from an official IBA (Iron Butt Association) certification. Much respect, and deserves an honorary mention. I don't like to drive at night on my DR 650. I bought the bulb from your headlight upgrade video but it has been on my shelf for 2 years. Maybe this winter?

[@Motoramblings]

9:41 beautiful right there!!!

[@verbalwidget7267]

Not a lot of spectacular views on that route but always nice to be sitting on top of a bike when there is. Lots of Semi traffic anymore.

[@Motoramblings]

@@verbalwidget7267 yup, the trucks are everywhere!!

[@ParallelCamper]

@@verbalwidget7267 The Virgin River Canyon is beautiful in my opinion but with all that traffic it is difficult to enjoy.

[@verbalwidget7267]

@@ParallelCamper I couldn’t agree with you more Rob.

[@pilotdane1]

absolutely amazing Dave !!!! Glad you are back home - safe & sound !!!!

[@verbalwidget7267]

DANE!!!!! It was an awesome trip, Patrick, Mr. Motoramblings guy gave me something for you. Great to be back, so very cool to ride with the legends of YT and meet DR650 Randomly trees and Deloris in person. Quality people I'm proud to have met.

[@ParallelCamper]

Hello Dane!

[@pilotdane1]

@@verbalwidget7267 WAY COOL !!! ALL ACCOUNTS 🙂

[@pilotdane1]

@@ParallelCamper ROB !!!!

[@chuckmatses6803]

Years ago there was an "Iron Butt Race" where it was practically impossible to ride 1,000 miles in 24 hours. This man topped those guys with ease, and 10 hours to spare. I've ridden all day, and could not do one half of this story. Anyway...

[@verbalwidget7267]

Last year on the Yamaha T700 I made it 1100 miles in less than 24 hours. I have the footage of it just haven't posted it yet.

[@sirdirtydog705]

I live in Surprise, AZ and have another place in Klamath Falls, OR. I’ve ridden my bikes (Yamaha Super Tenere and a Kawasaki Voyager) up and back multiple times. This last trip on the Labor Day long weekend on my Tenere up thru the middle of NV to Battle Mtn, to Winnemucca, north to NV140/NV140 to Klamath. 1079 miles, I applied for the SaddleSore1000 certificate. Between the heat and crosswinds you do get beat up. Well worth the ride, the last 300 miles (to Klamath) makes it worth it. Stay safe!

[@verbalwidget7267]

That was a heck of a good ride, you sure had the right bikes for doing the distance. I would love to cross Nevada on bike, but it's just been blistering hot. Lived in Bend, OR and made the trip it several times in a car. I find the desert expanse beautiful.

[@ParallelCamper]

Your new seat pad must work well or you just got numb enough to ignore the pain. It was a fantastic journey to follow. Thanks!

[@verbalwidget7267]

@@ParallelCamper that seat pad worth every penny of the the $40 bucks paid.

[@ParallelCamper]

@@verbalwidget7267 I think I'll try one rather than spending $400 on a Suzuki factory comfort seat on my GSXS

[@dustyhobomotoadventure]

Great too find a fellow V Strom rider / creater. Liked and subscribed. Nice video

[@verbalwidget7267]

Thank you, I'll have more videos of the trip from the beginning, and of other V1000 and V1050 rides.

[@alanblock3538]

Awesome video,, thx for posting.. Couple quick questions, what gps are you using and can you transfer tracts to it and last could it be used on a BDR route.. Thx again...

[@verbalwidget7267]

No it’s just a car gps but works great for road riding and doesn’t break the bank.

[@alanblock3538]

Thx for the info..

[@chuckmatses6803]

Are you sure that you read your odometer properly? I find this impossible to believe. Beautiful bike though.

[@colbyprince9409]

it averages out to 65mph. Seems believable. I did 560 miles in 10 hours on my vstrom a few months ago, but I was stopping a lot. 921 miles in 14 hours sounds brutal but not impossible

[@verbalwidget7267]

Well just google Idaho Falls to Peoria, AZ and see if my odometer is close. 🤣😂 My dead butt says it was right on.

[@Candywarhol]

Idaho. What London Police had to do in the wake of Jack the Ripper's killings.

[@rhett4027]

Could actually be much better without the word whiskers and exclamations. Just visiting. Good luck

[@redsorgum]

Next time, do it on a unicycle with a flat tire…..😉 My buddy used to ride all over place on a KLR and a VStrom. He said the VStrom was definitely a good bike to tour on.

[@verbalwidget7267]

Trust me .... nobody wants to see an old fat guy on a Unicycle. Your friend is wise, I also have a very nice gen 1 KLR650

[@GreggBennett-j3p]

My days of slogging down the slab for big miles are behind me. That said, if I had to do it, my ‘06 650 Vstrom would be the bike I’d do it on.

[@verbalwidget7267]

Things have to align up right, I had the weather, good night's sleep, big bright moon and a Vstrom.

[@luismorales6800]

New phoenix rider here, hoping to one day do cool trips like this; thank you for the inspiration

[@verbalwidget7267]

No worries, traveling on a bike is great, start small and work your way up. Wear the gear for the ride and have fun. Life is short, I wish you safe travels.

[@azdesertdog]

Ouch! That's a long one. I tap out at about 700 these days.

[@verbalwidget7267]

It just depends, I felt good, weather was good and killer LED headlight bulbs and riding a Vstrom. Last year on a T700 rode from Checotah, OK to Peoria, AZ over 1100 miles with the stock 4 gallon gas tank, things just clicked love the T700 have video but kind of slacking.