The DR650 Highway Touring Thread

planemanx15 · 03-25-2011, 09:43 PM

There is a ton of info on this site (and others) about the great Suzuki DR650 and its dual sport abilities. But what about those that do mostly highway touring?

What features and comforts did you guys and gals add to your beast to make it a better highway cruiser?

For me, I haven't added much yet, but got an IMS tank for better range, had the seat customized to be much more comfortable (its a dished seat look), and plan on getting a bigger windshield, since the slipstreamer tombstone shield isn't good by any means. I also want to raise and change the bars, as well as lower the pegs. I would also like the dash area cleaned up a bit too, not a fan of the wires and lines going every-which way.

I really like the DR650 a lot, but would like it to be more tame on-road.

What about you?

bluebye · 03-25-2011, 10:07 PM

planemanx15 · 03-26-2011, 06:18 AM

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Originally Posted by bluebye

Windshield doesn't hit the helmet?

Arc 21 · 03-26-2011, 06:39 AM

Choice of tires and gearing makes all the difference in the world when it comes to which end of the spectrum these bikes function at.

I day dream about having two, one built as a super moto and my current one that leans more heavily twoards 80% dirt riding.

bluebye · 03-27-2011, 08:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by planemanx15

Windshield doesn't hit the helmet?

Not much, if it does it's just above the visor. It's all a compromse, these dual sport thingy's .

Cobain · 12-09-2012, 07:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bluebye

i like your style.

planemanx15 · 02-03-2013, 08:54 AM

Bump for an older thread. I will be installing the 790 kit in a couple of weeks. I already ordered it, just have to wait on shipping and then its good to go! I will write up a little blog for the installation, and review of the kit afterwards.

Gryphon12 · 02-03-2013, 04:09 PM

There is lots of interest in this kit on multiple threads. Please start a new one just for your conversion so that we all only have one place to look for information.

planemanx15 · 02-03-2013, 04:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gryphon12

There is lots of interest in this kit on multiple threads. Please start a new one just for your conversion so that we all only have one place to look for information.

Will do...

ADV8 · 03-25-2011, 11:50 PM

planemanx15 · 03-26-2011, 06:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ADV8

i like that setup, how hard is it to move the key over? you dont have the ability to lock the steering now right?

ADV8 · 04-09-2011, 08:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by planemanx15

i like that setup, how hard is it to move the key over? you dont have the ability to lock the steering now right?

Yes the steering lock is now removed as it would not work with the RMZ 450 triple clamps and be more accessible.

http://s30.photobucket.com/albums/c3...cpZZ1QQtppZZ20

I have found the DR650 to be a very capable tourer,dirt or tar.
The SM wheels and 320 mm front rotor make a noticeable improvement.
A simple wheel change back to dirt specs.

Northyork · 03-26-2011, 07:34 AM

Safari Tank
Corbin Seat
Heated Grips
Extended Mirrors
Suzuki rear rack
SW-Motech luggage racks
Pelican IM2600 storm cases
USB and Cigarrete lighter outlet ports
RAM mount for GPS
Tool Tube + tools
Spare back and front tubes
Lower foot pegs
Upgrade Suspension (front and back)
16T front sprocket
Windshield
Maier Hand Guards

jessepitt · 03-26-2011, 08:24 AM

Great idea for a thread! I can't wait to see what every one has done to make their bikes ADV-touring ready. This will be a great resource!

mike1952 · 05-01-2011, 10:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Northyork

Safari Tank
Corbin Seat
Heated Grips
Extended Mirrors
Suzuki rear rack
SW-Motech luggage racks
Pelican IM2600 storm cases
USB and Cigarrete lighter outlet ports
RAM mount for GPS
Tool Tube + tools
Spare back and front tubes
Lower foot pegs
Upgrade Suspension (front and back)
16T front sprocket
Windshield
Maier Hand Guards

My wife and I stopped at that same spot on our honeymoom 31 years ago.

03-25-2011, 09:43 PM	#1
planemanx15 ^OP Studly Adventurer Joined: Dec 2009 Location: Long Island, NY Oddometer: 739	The DR650 Highway Touring Thread There is a ton of info on this site (and others) about the great Suzuki DR650 and its dual sport abilities. But what about those that do mostly highway touring? What features and comforts did you guys and gals add to your beast to make it a better highway cruiser? For me, I haven't added much yet, but got an IMS tank for better range, had the seat customized to be much more comfortable (its a dished seat look), and plan on getting a bigger windshield, since the slipstreamer tombstone shield isn't good by any means. I also want to raise and change the bars, as well as lower the pegs. I would also like the dash area cleaned up a bit too, not a fan of the wires and lines going every-which way. I really like the DR650 a lot, but would like it to be more tame on-road. What about you? __________________ 2000 Suzuki DR650 - 790cc Big bore kit, V-Strom seat, Warp 9 Supermoto rims, TM-40 carb. 1985 Yamaha CA50 - My Hot Rod 2009 Piaggio BV-250 - Escusi, Babba be bo-bee

03-25-2011, 10:07 PM	#2
bluebye Skin it back Joined: Mar 2004 Location: 'neckville is where you hang your hat, Rolling Oddometer: 1,437	Or you could just ride it __________________ Faster you fool!

03-26-2011, 06:39 AM	#4
Arc 21 Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Sep 2009 Location: The Mystic West Oddometer: 105	Choice of tires and gearing makes all the difference in the world when it comes to which end of the spectrum these bikes function at. I day dream about having two, one built as a super moto and my current one that leans more heavily twoards 80% dirt riding. __________________ 06 DR 650 - "Stella Blue"

02-03-2013, 08:54 AM	#7
planemanx15 ^OP Studly Adventurer Joined: Dec 2009 Location: Long Island, NY Oddometer: 739	Bump for an older thread. I will be installing the 790 kit in a couple of weeks. I already ordered it, just have to wait on shipping and then its good to go! I will write up a little blog for the installation, and review of the kit afterwards. __________________ 2000 Suzuki DR650 - 790cc Big bore kit, V-Strom seat, Warp 9 Supermoto rims, TM-40 carb. 1985 Yamaha CA50 - My Hot Rod 2009 Piaggio BV-250 - Escusi, Babba be bo-bee

02-03-2013, 04:09 PM	#8
Gryphon12 Studly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2006 Location: Carnation, WA USA Oddometer: 686	There is lots of interest in this kit on multiple threads. Please start a new one just for your conversion so that we all only have one place to look for information. __________________ 1990 Honda NT-650 Hawk-GT Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has. - Margaret Mead

03-25-2011, 11:50 PM	#10
ADV8 Taumarunui..Darwin.. Joined: Nov 2007 Location: North of Sydney. Oddometer: 2,110	__________________ Les .. 1968 Husqvarna MF250 and MF360 - 1971 Norton Commando Fastback - 1973 Kawasaki H2A - 1973 Ducati 750 GT - 1973 Moto Guzzi Eldorado - 1974 Kawasaki H2B - 1974 Triumph TR5T Trophy Trail - 1981 Ducati 900 SD - 1986 Husqvarna 400 WR - 1998 Suzuki TL1000S - 1998 Suzuki TL1000S - 2007 Ducati Hypermotard 1100S - 2008 Suzuki DR780.

03-26-2011, 07:34 AM	#13
Northyork Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jun 2009 Location: Canada Oddometer: 268	Safari Tank Corbin Seat Heated Grips Extended Mirrors Suzuki rear rack SW-Motech luggage racks Pelican IM2600 storm cases USB and Cigarrete lighter outlet ports RAM mount for GPS Tool Tube + tools Spare back and front tubes Lower foot pegs Upgrade Suspension (front and back) 16T front sprocket Windshield Maier Hand Guards Northyork screwed with this post 03-26-2011 at 08:15 AM

03-26-2011, 08:24 AM	#14
jessepitt Dual Sport Addict Joined: Oct 2008 Location: Redmond Oregon Oddometer: 987	Great idea for a thread! I can't wait to see what every one has done to make their bikes ADV-touring ready. This will be a great resource! __________________ 2011 DirtRoad650 http://i838.photobucket.com/albums/z...mping12182.jpg '98 DR 350 http://i838.photobucket.com/albums/z...t/Photo280.jpg '99 DR 650. Sold.

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