Suzuki DR650 dual sport with FMF Q2 sound (walk around views)

My 2004 DR650. A walk around showing some upgrades including Dynojet kit with 160 main,, airbox mod... and much more!
The Q2 is supposed to be a quiet muffler! Nice deep rumble at idle. This bike has seen a lot of dirt and single track but I keep it clean.
Also own an 03 DR650 supermoto with over 45K on it!
Thanks to Jesse Kientz for parts and advice. :)

[@MikeR55]

It's the most reliable and versatile bike I've owned. Last June I rode it to Alaska and back including the Dalton Hwy and Dempster with no trouble except wearing out two rear tires. A few touring accessories like a Corbin seat, windshield, highway pegs and panniers is all it needs for round the world adventures. The basic bike is a very durable design.

[@OKMX5]

I so fucking love the deep sound of single cylinder 650ccm bikes with racing exhausts!

[@MikeR55]

Very light, nice quality, actually quieter than most others.... a popular choice and readily available.

[@MikeR55]

@Indy7272 .. It's a dualsport meaning you are not limited to paved roads but can ride just about anyplace in the world. Very versatile, economical and mega fun!

[@andreihentea]

lovely sound .. my dr is work in progress now ... can`t wait to finish painting and stuff to make some video`s

[@MikeR55]

@tubbybasset - Thanks! The DR comes alive with these simple mods. Freeing up the breathing is the trick. The '03 'tarded DR is similar in every way plus stiffer Eibach springs, Excel wheels, Buchanan s/s spokes and new DR hubs powdercoated black. I'll post a vid of it next spring.

[@bandguy360]

im lovin those handle bars

[@ramboruckus]

sweeeeeeeeeet bike... i have an 03 with 20500... daily driver... love the "home made" eliminator kit... sexxy bike....

[@MikeR55]

@YamahaGuy1991 .. It is the FMF Q2.. was under 96 db when new so yes. However it was overdue for repacking at the time of this video.

[@whitesand8]

nice looking bike!

[@MikeR55]

@linoleumcarving ... Yes, four years now without a problem. A typical Japanese bike, very reliable and low maintenance.

[@christiaanajcronje]

@confusedsay No it looks like it comes from a DR 350 but they fit the 650 and looks a little sleeker.

[@MikeR55]

@YamahaGuy1991 ... Drone? No. I've never heard of a single droning. Nice rumble at cruise, raps at wot. I tour all day and enjoy the sound, not irritating at all. On the other hand I have a KLX250S with an FMF full system and it is painfully loud while cruising.

[@MikeR55]

@graemelockieable ... I'm on the Island too and get some parts from Adrenalin Motorcycle Co-op. I'm cheap too and acquired most accessories including the SM wheels by buying used bikes, stripping and selling them in stock form. I've owned four DR650's and might buy the fifth one soon!

[@MikeR55]

@Hector3158 ... yes it is a street legal dualsport. About 5,000 new, less for used.

[@teamhex]

The exhaust almost sounds like a helicopter, lol. Cool vid man.

[@MikeR55]

@SlightlyFrozen ... it is air AND oil cooled. See that huge oil cooler on the right side? It never overheats even on slow going hot and dusty singletracks. While other water cooled bikes are boiling over!

[@zouaiFrancho26]

j'adore cette moto, encore +quand elle bien équipé comme celle ci !

[@MikeR55]

@confusedsay Its a stock DR250 tail light. Plug and play.

[@MikeR55]

@TannerBurtt yes, it is a DRZ-250 tail light.

[@MikeR55]

@ShakeNBakeSTL .. not a whole lot. 43 hp @ 6400 rpm (rear tire 37 hp @ 6500 rpm ) is the stock spec so this bike will have a bit more than that, maybe 50. You want HP get a KTM or Husaberg.

[@uli2nova]

Same bike 👌🏻 greetings

[@OKMX5]

@edge24x If u put on right tires, it will do great, in windy roads those enduros and motards can keep up with much faster bikes, only on straights and long fast curves they will lack horsepower. For what u say, ideal bike for you is travel enduro or travel road bike, definitely not supersport like CBR. I recommend V-Strom 650, Transalp 650/700 or Versys 650, if you also want to ride in terrain, then F800 GS or DR 650.

[@piercecarter]

love it man, the go-anywhere bike just what i want. if only i had the oney for a 650 :/ hows it do off-road for a 300 something lb bike? sounds gnarly when you give it throttle then let off!

[@MikeR55]

@DeadBeluga ... yeah but it's a bit snug unless you're both damn skinny! I have a Corbin seat on now, but its really only good for the rider.

[@lopezlopez5361]

my favorite Suzuki DR 650 the FMF I ALPINESTARS

[@nitrojoe9]

when you were saying turn up the sound i turned it down because i thought i was either gunna get rick rolled or something was going to jump out

[@OKMX5]

@edge24x CBR 600 is just adrenaline bike for short cruises, DR 650 is allround for everything. I you dont fear death and like to risk, speed and curving buy CBR, if you are calm and just want to enjoy riding or want to use the bike for many purposes or like adventure in nature, buy DR. If you cant decide go for compomise - Honda Transalp 650, V-Strom 650, BMW F800 GS - better onroad than DR, worse offroad.

[@edge24x]

@Indy7272 How does the dr650 go on windy roads and around town. It's going to be my only form of transport to and from work and school and going on trips. Will it be suited for everday riding and on some windy roads aswell?

[@CrazyBoyDD]

my dad has the exact mods in his bike!!

[@You-Toober]

Nice! I'm shopping for a new dp bike. What's the good and the bad about the dr650? Are things breaking or wearing out (that shouldn't be)? Any premature wear of parts. Shoddy or cheap parts?

[@confusedsay]

@looseroots Thank you, Sir!

[@MikeR55]

@edge24x .. completely different bikes so you need both!

[@MikeR55]

@kenzo5716 Ok for a beginner type of cruiser. Although a 650, its a different engine.

[@edge24x]

I can't decide if i want this bike or a honda cbr600rr...... Seriously struggling to make a decision.

[@thegoldensaber4531]

Did anyone else quickly turn down the sound when he said turn up the sound? Lol

[@confusedsay]

@christiaanajcronje Sure does, thanks man!

[@fetco]

Would you mind sharing what handlebar and risers are you running and what you think of them? Thanks!

[@MrFadeInk]

The exhaust sounds like an army helicopter :P

[@living4adrenaline]

Would you just listen to that exhaust?

[@allanritchie]

im was 14 when i 1st went on one of these i think it was a 1989 model and they have so much frekin tourqe

[@kcam04]

What made you choose this exhaust? I am looking to get some pipes for my Honda NX650....

[@Hector3158]

Is a Suzuki 650 street legal and freeway legal in California???? If so how much is a 04 -11 650 dual sport cost???

[@confusedsay]

Is that a stock taillight? Thanks...

[@phillippelly9941]

whats the performance like with the new muffler

[@jasonelliott9762]

what size i.e. your rear tire? I just bought a DR and the dude i bought it form put small rear tire on it.

[@MikeR55]

Elliott Alameda ..130/70-17. Stock size is 120. I have used 140 K-60 for Alaska tour.

[@ShakeNBakeSTL]

how much hp and torque

[@franckbaldini9285]

Hi! What type of handlebar is on your bike?

[@MikeR55]

Franck Baldini ..Pro Taper Contour KX High (fatbar)

[@franckbaldini9285]

Thanks!

[@2phalanges]

make that girl holla

[@SalvadorianDJ]

how much you pay?

[@OKMX5]

@kenzo5716 I dont know much about this kind of bikes, not my cup of tea.

[@blow_5714]

Is this Bike water cooled?:D

[@MikeR55]

Air and oil cooled. That's an oil cooler on the right side of engine.