Motorcycle specifications SuzukiDR 650 SE 1996 Descendant of an era
the trail concept is evolving, being transformed and enriched, at the risk of losing its original spirit. Whether on-road, GT or enduro, the fact remains that fewer and fewer manufacturers are defending the principle of the big, simple, versatile trail bike.
like the 600 XT, Suzuki's DR 650 continues to keep the flame alive, and in a beautiful way. Flattering in its lightness and agility, this single-mode trail bike is as seductive as it is delightful. With its long-travel suspension (which can be lowered to reduce saddle height), the machine is perfectly capable of taking on rough roads. The brakes are powerful but not too aggressive. The engine is efficient and doesn't vibrate too much. There's nothing to stop you venturing out on the road, provided you're reasonable. Very limited protection, not very soft seat, limited range - you'd better live not far from the sea if you want to go there.
if we smile at the presence of a luggage rack as standard, will we forgive the absence of a tachometer? Let's be fair. For a contained budget, the DR 650 offers us the dapper, jovial feel of a trail bike that's simple, playful and modern. Too bad the competition isn't paying more attention to this niche. So much the better for Suzuki, which is playing it cool with this bike, one of the best of its kind.
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Hello Houston, we have a problem Rating : 5/5 Respond to Jean
Bought new in Noumea NC!
I just got out of an XT 750 YAM ! it goes everywhere river ,excellent trail ! imported in France in 2011 it has 10000 km and is very reliable low maintenance ! I find it hard to part with it like my JEEP Wrangler ! it runs on SP90 E1O since yesterday at 50% … it will stay in the family for my 11 year old grandson… who also loves it
She often helps me out and weaves her way around town and through traffic jams
! let's just say it's got the love factor
Rating : 5/5 Respond to ALPINE
Cunning gearbox, cable clutch, no rev counter
A great bike, even for hardcore enduro riders. Rating : 5/5 Respond to Toto
Romain from MP Rating : 5/5 Participate in the conversation
-a modern sportster sold (too much electronics and injection)
- a resold KTM 690 smc r (very good bike, but reliability not Max and heats up very quickly, then not made for cool riding)
- Yamaha fz6 s2 resold (flexible, safe, reliable, powerful .....but terribly boring and characterless)
- another sportster this time in carbu ...but nothing to do
i'm back to my first love: THE DR
Rating : 4/5 Respond to Nomadestan
-1 ducati 125 enduro,
-1 ktm 500gs
-3 honda 250xls,500xls,750xlv
-3 bmw r80gs,r100t,r100gs
-3 husqvarna 390wr, 400wr, 430wr
-3 yamaha 350rdlc, 600tte, 600xj
-3 suzuki 500rg, 400drz, 650drse
-1 kawa 750h2
-1 voxan 1000 scrambler
-1 triumph 955i tiger
Everything has already been said about this super bike, I've got 65,000km on the clock: 0 boredom! I use it 50%TT, 50%road, 14-tooth sprocket.
It's the ultimate anti-radar bike, because where you really have fun with it, there's never a cop around! Rating : 5/5 Respond to 3pistons
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Have a good trip. Rating : 5/5 Participate in the conversation
it must be modern times. Rating : 3/5 Respond to manou
A.L. Rating : 4/5 Respond to alone
However, like other bikers, I regret the low range, the somewhat hard seat and, above all, the absence of a rev counter. You have to learn to change gears when you hear the noise, it's a matter of getting used to it. I had a 600 XT and the weight saving with the suz is 20 KG, which is quite something, especially for stationary handling.
Have a nice trip. Rating : 5/5 Respond to Daniel
strong points: economy of use, inexpensive tires, handling and roadholding, maneuverability
weak points: clutch a little "light", especially when hot, difficult to start after 5 days of non-use, a certain lack of flexibility at low speeds (under 3000rpm), original exhaust (double) a little hardware
All in all, the balance is very positive. It's a strong machine!
Rating : 5/5 Respond to Bruno 888
i made the airbox mods plus the modified ignition camshaft and big carburetor
on the dyno, it produces 57 hp and a top speed of 185 km/h (1000 gsxr speedo)
in addition, with the crd stainless steel line, it's a real pleasure to drive, and I recommend it to those who want to have fun at a lower cost
Rating : 5/5 Respond to laurent
Efficient and reliable
Rating : 5/5 Respond to sam
the semi-synthetic makes a tar that clogs the cylinder head lubrication holes over time Rating : 5/5 Respond to doigts de
1993 is a 650 drse with an original fork head
original fork head
it holds a good 130 on the freeway but prefers smaller roads.
First expenses at 50000 kms, balance chain
balancing chain
Otherwise nothing but consumables, trouble-free bike
First bike I don't want to change..
Rating : 5/5 Respond to JACK