Six Reasons Why I Bought A Suzuki DR650

[@precipiceofgrind]

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[@eikskjold]

Awesome bike! My Father talked me into buying mine and I'm so glad he did. I bought a new 2020 and after 7000 miles, it's just been a solid dual sport. I've been watching some videos on the Husqvarna 901 and the KTMs... all those videos have been, "6000 mile review and it's great, but watch out for this oil leak/coolant leak/electronics fail/fuel issues..." and I'm sitting here with "7000 miles on the DR and I swapped the seat and tires.... because I wanted to..." Such a great bike.

[@precipiceofgrind]

There is something to be said for simplicity! I'm super stoked with the DR650, looking forward to thousands of miles on it! Appreciate you watching!

[@josephgeorgeejr7039]

No bike more classic cool bad ass looking than a blacked out dr650!! Its the essence of the apocalypse romantics bike, the ultimate survival vehicle!!

[@ronphillips3204]

I have had 2 Dr650s. The one I have now is a 2020. I changed out the death wings for the Dunlop 606 front and rear. I changed the front sprocket to one less tooth. Added the akropovick slip on pipe. I changed the seat out to a concept seat. The carb has a 150 jet with the needle and airbox mod. The bike is now a night and day different bike. More power then I could've imagined.

[@trevorjameson3213]

This version of the DR650 came out in '96. I bought my first one in '05, and bought my new one in '21. I have always liked the DR650 better than any other dual sport out there. I've ridden everything from long distance highway miles, to very rugged Colorado mountain trails, and it's great at everything. A friend of mine has an XR650L and I've ridden it quite a bit too, and it's also a great bike, but I like the DR better, it's smoother and rides better and doesn't get hot like the XR does.

[@k9cj5]

You know it's good if you buy the same bike twice. What happened to your first one?

[@josephathacker59]

I purchased a 2004 DR650 several years ago for the same reasoning. Still have it and am going through some performance upgrades. (TM40 carb, Cogent suspension) Simple, non-flashy, reliable, tractor power. You'll find many how-to videos for maintenance and items that should be addressed. I've been using ProCycle for my upgrades and have no complaints with them.

[@dariandawson8052]

Get one of those eagle fork braces. One of the best bang for your buck buys I bought off procycle. I think it's 100

[@BR-zx9gf]

Amazing bike I just bought a 2024 dr650s and it's a kick ass bike that I am convinced I made the right decision

[@cosmiccharlie8294]

Riding damp gravel is a hoot. Loved doing it on my 1981 CB900F in Southern MN back in the day. Power slides out of curves and then up to 100 mph.

[@devilslawyer1646]

If you ride hwy a lot the DR650 is best dual sport. If you ride a lot of dirt the DRZ400 is the best dual sport.

[@colt2206]

I really like the power to weight ratio over the other dual sport options

[@precipiceofgrind]

It's certainly noticeable with the DR, especially compared to the KLR650.

[@contrastprinciple4389]

One thing that you forgot to mention that is special about this bike is that it will tolerate the variety of grades of gasoline in south america.

[@pilotdane1]

Congrats brother !!! - The "current" model goes back to 1996 - You will love it. You have a blank canvas, and can build that bike up to whatever you want, or need it to do. In my opinion, THE MIGHTY SUZUKI DR 650 is the best Dual Sport bike on the planet !!! The "Aussies" love them in the outback !!!

[@precipiceofgrind]

Thank you sir! I'm super stoked with my DR, just got some knobbies and skid plate for it!

[@pilotdane1]

@@precipiceofgrind FNA !!! - Awesome !!!!

[@randyholcombe4234]

Great bike. I always thought that it would fit me well and I bought a nicely equipped one last spring. Reasonable blend of comfort, power etc.

[@colt2206]

I want this bike as a around town bike. I doubt I would ever go off road on it. I would put some more street oriented tires on it and use as a street bike in town

[@MotorcyclesOffroad]

I agree, it's always awesome to buy the bike new and know you are the one riding and putting the miles on. You know that bike is never abused. Funny you mention the Tenere I'm looking to sell mine soon.

[@precipiceofgrind]

Appreciate you watching!! If I may ask, any particular reason you want to part with the T7?

[@armadilllo]

Best bike ever! Not flashy is right but I never thought about it, I always thought they were cool. I rode by a neighbors house on my new DR a few months ago with my new Aceribis tank and Sargeant seat and he says, "whoa, that thing is spotless, how did you keep it so nice, what year is that?!" I said 2022 He said oh, it's so old fashioned🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@precipiceofgrind]

I'm definitely putting on a larger gas tank and have looked at the Acerbis. How did the install go?

[@armadilllo]

@@precipiceofgrind It's pretty simple but I think I will get a better petcock or use the stock one as soon as my gas runs out, it's kinda cheap. There are a couple hoses to plug/remove to the carb from the evap system unless using the stock petcock. You can use the stock petcock by modifying the tank which I'll probably do.

[@tarjas]

Cush hub on the DR makes it a much better dual sport than the XR. Great choice IMO!

[@trevorjameson3213]

I agree, the cush hub makes the difference for street riding smoothness and not destroying the drivetrain.

[@peterbojkov4669]

Welcome to the club 🎉 reliable and basic sums it up perfectly

[@bricechartrand3472]

About to get one of these beauties myself. An 03, I’m already in love with it lol.

[@pablotandil7000]

I bought one in Argentina for the same reasons as you. Great Video Bro! The bike is espectacular!

[@ATIL1304]

In my eyes The Dr 650 SE is a much better looking bike than the new Tenere.Even than all the new and modern Enduro bikes. Excites me every time seeing old school Enduro bikes with this style.Feel nothing when I see modern ones.Ride safe...

[@precipiceofgrind]

Yup, no bells or whistles on the DR which was fine with me!

[@louislopez55]

The DR650 may not be stylish, but the engine is still a great looking lump!

[@JoshSinnott97]

Great video, thank you I'm in Australia and we can't buy them anymore so I'm glad you managed to buy one new I've only just started getting into bikes and I'm so annoyed at the timing as I would've bought one new too if I'd known they were being phased out Used, these are going for $1,000 AUD more than a brand new crf300L so I'm really not sure what to do 😂

[@precipiceofgrind]

Man, what a shame you can't get new DR650s in Australia anymore. I was curious if you could purchase used ones, guess you answered that for me. My 300L has a certain niche for me and deep backcountry travel in the desert, I prefer it's lighter weight but it sure ain't no DR650. Good luck my friend!

[@JoshSinnott97]

Our laws don't make any sense because you can still buy the drz400e new but have heard that it's not very good at cruising at 60mph so it's hard for me to seriously consider it We can't even get the klx300 because it hasn't got ABS. I was comparing the crf to the klx equivalent (230s and 250) and there seems to be a big difference in build quality (in the klx's favour). I've seen a lot of posts on the crf forums about foot peg welds snapping off and the engine randomly turning off when down shifting from 3rd to 2nd so that doesn't give me much confidence with the Honda In a perfect world suzuki can learn from kawasaki and give the DR fuel injection like the KLR. ABS too so I can actually buy it aha

[@davidfalgout7304]

Your reasons and thinking are 100 % Correct! Loving mine!

[@cranerigging3604]

Good deal and looks like you are really enjoying the DR 650 ! 👍 I had rode Suzuki RM and PE models in the dirt my whole life and wanted to experience some road riding later in life so I stayed with " Team Suzuki" and bought a 2002 DR650 . Looks like the DR is going to fit right in with the rest of the bikes .😁

[@ericromeiro6688]

Mine is a 2018 DR 650 white with 400 miles on it Love it😊 Nice Videos

[@hobonickel840]

thanks for the great content! ...luv to see new dr650 vids,, channels and owners!! and and because the yami tw200 is really hard to find on sale here in US?!! Well that is the reason why I own a 2016 DR650 @ 55 years young! I dream if lucking out on a tw200 one day though ...DR can get a little out of my comfort zone approaching dementia lol and I live in the treacherous Sandhills

[@precipiceofgrind]

You're very welcome, appreciate you watching! I'm about to release a TW200 video, funny you should mention that.

[@johnnyhunter4345]

Loved my 650...only downside....little cold natured with the carb...easy to work on....lots of torque....mid range also...

[@eugenebarron692]

Watched your and several other videos I was stuck between dr and old, decided last week to spring for new dr 650 ready to rack up some miles.

[@precipiceofgrind]

Awesome!

[@charlesharnois3684]

I want one, but being 5'7 this bike is too tall for me. Not too many choices out there for us height challenged people! Thanks for your excellent report on this excellent motorcycle.

[@SWATT101]

Pretty sure you can get lowering links for the rear...slide the forks up an inch and get a lowered seat

[@Andriig75]

I'm also 5'7", Dr can be challenging for new riders,. Mine is fast, just need a bigger tank. Seat Concept seat a must...

[@rubenmesa4119]

Same here 5’7” can touch with my toes on both sides. Flat foot it on one, I make it work. No lowering needed

[@kmwalsh84]

I'm 5 ft 6 and I ride a 2010 bmw rs1200. Seat height is 35.5 inches and 600 lbs. You have to start somewhere, and it's all about technique. I would say try starting on a crf230l

[@natedog805402]

@@rubenmesa4119 would it be a good first bike for someone whos 5'7?

[@GrotrianSeiler]

Excellent video. Very insightful. I wish it wasn't so basic, but maybe that's part of its charm.

[@precipiceofgrind]

Thanks for watching! Simplicity and basic were one of the reasons I chose the DR650, certainly a charm for me.

[@T30-z5w]

I miss my DR. Upgraded to fancier bikes with more power and better suspension but they just don’t have the character of the DR. I put 55,000 miles on mine before I sold it. I did redo the top end at 50k just to refresh the motor.

[@praveensamuel8375]

Totally agree with what you say here. I just bought a 2023 model 2 months ago. Love it! Just subscribed to your channel.

[@precipiceofgrind]

Congrats on your new Suzuki! Thank you for watching and supporting the channel!!

[@SigmaSheepdog]

I have owned a DR650 and I agree with your reasoning/justification for purchasing the bike. I am definitely wanting to puchase another DR650 sometime in the next year or two as I cannot see it being in Suzuki's lineup for too much longer, at least in current form. Interestingly, I am picking up a new 2023 Kawasaki KLR 650 (non ABS) today for $6541.92 out the door. Kawasaki is having a $1000.00 off promotion unitl 03/31. I searched for a new DR in my area and could not find one for any less than $8000.00 out the door.

[@precipiceofgrind]

Nice score on the KLR! I would have jumped on that too!

[@Nors1e]

Wait where do they have the KLR for 1000 off?

[@marlonhernandez706]

Gonna sell my 2020 with 3400 miles only, if interested. Has big tank and new dirt tires.

[@BlazinBlades]

My dealer in Washington is asking $7,800 for the non-abs out the door after that $1,000 rebate. How do you get that price when only tax is $500 or more?

[@L--Z]

Let me admit that I never felt the same love for the Himalayan after learning how much lighter the DR650 is.

[@precipiceofgrind]

Understandable. I learned a good lesson regarding bike weight after a seriously grueling ride that almost stranded me in the desert.

[@modshiftmotion]

Congrats on the new DR.

[@precipiceofgrind]

Thank you very much, appreciate you watching!

[@thenorthwoodz]

Power to weight ratio is awesome!

[@eminiscalperpro9729]

my brother had both the Xr650l and Dr650 at the same time and both are very good bikes. The XR was cool to get out and act like a hooligan, doing wheelies and such. But, it was so tall and anything other than a short stint on the road and it wasn't very good. Between the two I always preferred to ride the DR. The lack of a cush drive in the rear hub of the Xr650 made for buzzy for lack of a better word, on the highway. Not to mention it could be very hard to start at times, which I think was a result of the factory jetting in 2016. Either both very good bikes, but I prefer the DR and KLR. Also, I thought they had discontinued the DR, but I realized it's still available and like you I think for the price of used ones, I will be looking at a new one to park beside my KLR

[@precipiceofgrind]

I looked hard at the XR650l but ultimately the seat height turned me off. Dang thing towered over the DR650 when they were side by side at the dealership. I'm very happy with my DR650, glad I went with it. Thanks for watching!

[@carlosmaldonado1744]

I really liked this video and, as a Mexican living in Mexico, I can tell you have given every reason why one should not bring this bike "south of the border and beyond" if being mugged is your concern. In a few words these are the kind of bikes that "spoters" or "hawks" look for when doing their "errand running" for the cartels... Reliable, simple, easy to service, etc... Sad but true... ¿Algún otro mexicano que esté de acuerdo?

[@precipiceofgrind]

Thank you for your insight! Gracias por ver! No, I just didn't want to stand out on a big, flashy new bike. No matter what, I'd be a target...I recognize that.

[@garywilbert3099]

Had an 06 but sold, I regret that for sure. Really nothing like it on the market today as long as you are ok with carburetors, primitive instruments and 5speeds

[@bobt688]

I know buying new is nice and I almost did that with the XT250 I just bought. I don't have unlimited funds like you seem to have so crunching the numbers, I went used. It was about $500.00 less than new BUT I didn't have to pay all the extras that dealers get on new bikes. A new XT would put me close to 7K and the used 2020 with 192 miles on it kept me under 5K. I still believe used is the way to go. But that's just me.

[@precipiceofgrind]

Very nice! I was looking at 2017 model XT250 not too long ago, almost pulled the trigger on that one. Enjoy your XT, I love mine!

[@williamarango5289]

Nice video ❤️❤️from Coral Springs FL .

[@precipiceofgrind]

Thanks for watching!

[@Pat_Smith778]

Looking forward to a DR650 v KLR video!

[@precipiceofgrind]

It'll be a series similar to the XT250 vs 300L videos I did. Appreciate it, I'll be working on the first video soon!

[@sirch455]

Miss your canyoneering videos!

[@precipiceofgrind]

We'll be doing more canyoneering soon, weather been crazy.

[@JeffEgbert-no5uh]

Cool bike, D rock. Simple almost always equates to more fun. Perhaps some single track riding before you gear it up?

[@precipiceofgrind]

It will be a slow build as I can afford it and some single track sounds awesome. I just ordered a set of Tusk D Sports to put on it. I'm going to run the Trailwings thru break in up to maybe 1000 miles or so then switch the tires. Thanks for watching!

[@bryanoliver5550]

At 8:50 time of great video , I thought of what I would call my Suzuki DR650 , after I buy it , my Rambler it will ramble through everything . Just a thought from a bike-less biker .

[@precipiceofgrind]

Sounds good to me! Thanks for watching!

[@martinspaulo5649]

Enjoy buddy. 👌✌

[@ericromeiro6688]

Sounds like I got a good deal in 2018 pd $6,000 new & $75 bike insurance😊

[@TJ-oi5qe]

Nice one, Love my DR!

[@JohnBrown-bu8ji]

Dr is a better mc then a HD and other's expensive 14k / 21k dual sport motorcycles in the dirt.

[@scottosborne837]

Late 90’s? Mine is a 91’ kick start only. Do the carb and exhaust mod, my dinosaur will power wheelie easily.

[@keypoughkeepsie]

is a 2006 with 1k miles with the 5k in about to spend? 91 year old had it.. he jus passed away

[@LongRider47]

If I could have a second bike this would be it. For the same reasons you listed. I opted for the klr as most of my time will be pavement and dirt roads. Mind sharing who you got insurance with?

[@precipiceofgrind]

KLR will do those things very well. Currently Allstate.

[@jean-frederickjacques6780]

Nice vid. I'm new to dual sport riding. How do you find there sorts of roads when you travel?

[@precipiceofgrind]

If something looks interesting then I go have a look. I do some research but for the most part I just pick an area and ride it.

[@vernlochtefeld1626]

The #1 reason you didn’t test Ride the new Gas Gas ES 700 fist. The 2nd & final reason to pick the DR price. Anymore writing only looks like a commercial for the ES 700.

[@GeoffHamilton-i5t]

Love my DR

[@trucker-d4161]

If I take this bike on the TAT, do I have to rejet the carb, I’m hearing no. So I think some passes are 12-14,000 feet. That is the reason I went with the klx 300. But would rather have the DR, because of fuel injection. I just don’t want any issues, riding solo. Your thoughts?

[@precipiceofgrind]

I honestly don't know. I have a 100 miles riding experience on my DR650 since it's so new and my other bikes are fuel injected. I would presume my bike might have some issues going from where I'm at at 3000ft to 12,000ft but I could be wrong. I'm going to have to learn as well.

[@simonss13]

You can feel her start to dry heave up around 11k feet with the stock jetting - didn't bother me none as I wasn't at that altitude for very long

[@RGB872]

A correctly tuned DR with the stock BST40, whether it has the 6F19 needle, or an aftermarket jet kit should work fine at most any elevation on the TAT. Mine with a JD Jet kit did just fine. In fact, my mileage improved at higher elevations and power was adequate while fully loaded for camping.

[@kevincraig8257]

hows the seat I have a KTM 250SXF I took the seat down to an upholstery shop they did a nice job. Suzuki stock seats seemed more comfortable.

[@precipiceofgrind]

Seat is a 2x4 and probably an angry one at that after a few hours on it. I'm going to switch out the seat to a Seat Concepts after I replace the gas tank.

[@GrumpyOldMan9]

Sadly, it's illegal in Europe. Not for sale. Too polluting (carburetor)

[@precipiceofgrind]

Man, that is no bueno.

[@bradh74]

So they are still making you pay retail for bikes? At least they didn't try to gouge you and make you pay over retail like some retailers are, and it sounds like you walked off of the lot with it! (instead of waiting forever for it to come in) You're missing a DRZ400 the Honda XR and the old Yamaha WR in your line up but I think the DR 650 is the best on the highway out of all of those from what I understand.

[@precipiceofgrind]

I wouldn't say no to any of the bikes you mentioned. It was retail for the DR650, don't think it's that way with the T7 and others. I know for awhile dealers were over charging for the CRF300L. Supply and demand I guess.

[@AdamAnthonyAdventures]

I scored a 2013 for $3k- $10k miles. Goes anywhere.

[@keypoughkeepsie]

is a 2006 with 1k miles a steal at 5k?

[@RippleBoobs]

i can not stand the noizy crf 300l and will not take a chance whit the 450 to so i like smooth big bore and dr650 is the best made in japan this bike will take value

[@clutchitup8565]

Heck ya

[@fearofgod4]

🏍️💨

[@zefini7397]

Leveza, maneabilidade, diversão, suavidade do motor, essa moto é fantástica, pena que é cara no Brasil por conta da carga tributária que recaia sobre as motos importadas.

[@pitchwife7573]

we can't get any of the best bikes in the EU, no DR no DRZ. not new anyway, didn't stop be from buying a 5th hand drz400s ;) best decision of my life

[@precipiceofgrind]

Man, that's a drag! Is it due to emissions? I still want a DRZ400, those bikes are awesome!

[@hedsy]

I want one

[@niospartan]

For as long as it's been around in surprised it's still carbureted and only has 5 gears.

[@SmokinZen]

Yeah deal breaker for me

[@clutchitup8565]

Why change what works its the best bang for the buck

[@bubbatime]

Since you already have a KLR, maybe should have got the DRZ400

[@precipiceofgrind]

Nah, the KLR and the DR are very different bikes and have different purposes for me. Trying to talk the wife into getting the DRZ400...

[@johnnyhunter4345]

taller seat.....

[@SolomonsMartialArts]

I want to buy one bike. Which is better. DR . Or KLR .

[@precipiceofgrind]

That's tough, even though both are 650s...the KLR and DR are very different. I'll be doing a comparison video series with both bikes in the very near future that may help. Test riding both would be a good place to start.

[@clutchitup8565]

DR

[@richardsink9198]

80's

[@mjohnson6703]

Would tge DR650 work on single track trails?

[@precipiceofgrind]

I wouldn't hesitate to take mine on single track.

[@mjohnson6703]

@Precipice Of Grind Would it be a good first time bike to buy? I have been riding my girlfriend's CRF 230 a few times and that is about the extent of my riding experience.