Kawasaki KLR650 Or Suzuki DR650 - Which One?
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- Опубликовано: 5 июн 2024
- Which one, the KLR650 or the DR650?
Well, I own both bikes so I thought I'd make a video about my experiences with both bikes.
Given my riding style, both bikes have served me well!
From deep desert travel to 300 mile highway days to moto camping. Both bikes handle what I need them to do.
Is one bike better than the other? It depends. It really boils down to the individual.
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There is no comparison, the DR650 for every type of riding. Faster, lighter, largest aftermarket, more reliable, more capable, just to name a few.
I have a 2019 DR 650 I bought new. It has been a great bike. It now has over 9 K miles on it with no problems. I did not want the KLR because of the weight and height. I am 65 and the weight was a big reason I picked the DR, also, it seemed more like a dirt bike. I had my DR lowered by changing the pin location in the linkage and dropped the forks in the triple clamps. Other mods I have done are: Seat Concepts seat, Kenda K 270 tires 3.25 X 21 ft and 510 X 17 rear, which work well. I do 95 % of my riding on road and mild off road. Suzuki skid plate and 4.9 IMS fuel tank. I also dropped 1 tooth on the front sprocket and it still does fine on the HWY. I plan to replace the chain and sprockets to a 520 size chain and sprockets next rear tire change. Still need to change to a brighter head light, put on better handlebars and hand guards. Hope this may help.
The KLR for me has been the best commuter bike. Fender keeps the rain off and the fuel injection makes it easy to just go in the morning. The suspension is like a cloud and seat is a couch. Also the ABS in the rain where I live is a great add-on.
I love my DR, in fact my dad liked it so much, that he traded his 2022 KLR in for a 2024 DR. My dad is 79 years old and the lighter weight made a big difference and the DR handles much easier for him, and he loves his DR too.He’s wanted to ride more often now that he’s gotten the DR. You’re right about changing out the seat, both my dad and I have changed the seat to the Procycle seat and love it too. Keep up the great videos.
"P.O.G." - Procycle jet kit & after market exhaust (2015 GIXXR 1000) - I'll take that any day over fuel injected.... but that's Just me.... that's what I grew up on.. If something goes wrong - I can fix it... on the side of the trail - without a computer.....I'm 63 - been riding since I was about 5 - "if you count Mini-Bikes"....
If Suzuki would just throw an EFI on it, it would have been one of my top choices, but a carbureted bike in 2024 is wild to me. That and the fuel range of the KLR is why I went with it.
I love my DR.
I could’ve saved lots of money going with a KLR, but instead I went with the DR and added a lot of the comfort and range options. I went with the DR ultimately because of that slight chance that I could find myself on a BDR or section of the trans America trail. Looking back, I don’t know that I would give up the maneuverability of the DR. It’s incredibly nimble at its weight.
I think the DR just has a cool factor all of it's own! Not many pick the XR or KLR over it for back roads fire roads etc. If anything they seem to lean towards the DRZ for mixed riding if they're more serious about off roading a bigger bike. Single track the 300 size bikes do really well. I guess it just matters what you can get a hold of. I'd be on the roads more often than not being we don't have the trails in Ohio but maybe one day I'll get on track and get started riding.
I picked up a 08 Dr all decked out 18-in rear rim suspension already done up for 4500 and I'm loving it. Put about a thousand miles on it already. I went with the Dr because I was going to do more dirt road riding then paved road.
DR is like a classic jeep.
ALL HAIL THE MIGHTY SUZUKI DR 650 !!!!! - A 16 tooth front sprocket - especially for "Highway" riders - You don't need 6th gear. I run a 14 tooth front personally for the desert.
Love your vids, Great comparison of the two bikes.
I was deciding between these two bikes, when I recebtly upgraded from my Honda CRF250L that I learned to ride on over the last year. Bought a modded DR from an owner who purchased it brand new. Im absolutly loving it!
precipiceofgrind: I think you nailed it..owned 2 KLR's gen 1..gen 2 now have a DR650..as you stated (agreed) on road KLR .
Both are great bikes. The dr is my favorite.
I have the KLR Gen 3, I live in Texas & have a long highway ride to anywhere I like go adventuring , The KLR is a good choice for my riding, Now if I lived where D Rock does I might have to lean towards the DR as he does over the KLR. I understand both bikes are copiable bikes..... If your going to Trailor your bike to your adventure & your adventure is challenging , the DR is probably the best bike for the deed....... For me , getting there is half the adventure. For the highway & side dirt roads capabilities all rolled into one, the KLR is hard to beat, if I were planning a BDR I think I would lean heavy toward the DR. After watching several videos on the DR ( with no hands on experience ) it seems as the more manageable bike in rougher terrain
Thank you so much for this video. I was looking at exactly these two bikes and was going to buy a new ‘24. I was already leaning towards the DR like you said- weight is an issue. I also travel on my own and my body is tired of picking up heavy bikes. Last Benelli was 550 lbs and my back was done for a month! I also am less confident to take it up technical tracks on my own, limiting the places I can go. I was hesitant which one to buy, but now this seals the deal. DR 650 all the way ! 🎉
Great vid! Thank you for sharing! My dad lives in St. George, maybe I'll see you around sometime. I did the Toroweap ride some years ago, it was awesome! I want to explore more of the strip though.