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Dietrich_R1
Mon Aug 20th, 2007, 11:08 AM
I am looking for a bike to do it ALL & I need some suggestions. I am currently looking @ the KAW KLR 650 & the Susuki DRE 650 SE.

I like the Kaw's fuel capacity @ 6.1gal and the cargo capacities. I like the Susuki's nimbleness for more adventure terrain handling.

I want it to be street legal to get from one trail to the other &

Any other suggestions out there. I like down here in AZ & there are just way too many trails out here compared to streets for the R1. I need something to keep my sanity.

Dietrich

DavidofColorado
Mon Aug 20th, 2007, 11:17 AM
Road Kind Definitely.

Sortarican
Mon Aug 20th, 2007, 11:22 AM
I want a KTM Duke.
5121

Dietrich_R1
Tue Aug 21st, 2007, 10:43 PM
Now I'm look'n @ this Yamaha 2004 WR450... I'm lik'n the fact that it can be made for the street to get from 1 trail to the next, yet light enuff to have some fun.

Here's the Linky: http://adcache.cycletrader.com/5/2/4/89660224.htm

Thanks for your thoughts!!
D

Bueller
Tue Aug 21st, 2007, 10:51 PM
depends on the kind of trails and the amount of roads you will ride.
two completly different classes of bikes.

Dietrich_R1
Wed Aug 22nd, 2007, 09:54 AM
Yer right... a hard question to answer!

Bueller
Wed Aug 22nd, 2007, 10:26 AM
I think a Honduh 650R (tagged) would be the best compromise.

Dietrich_R1
Wed Aug 22nd, 2007, 02:45 PM
Besides the Yamaha, I've been looking @ these also...

SUZUKI DRZ400E Don't think It'll have enough top end speed on the hwy though as it's 'bout 60mph
http://adcache.cycletrader.com/5/9/9/89605899.htm

Suzuki DR650SEX It's a bit on the older side & I don't think it'll be good for tighter, sandier trails.
http://adcache.cycletrader.com/5/8/9/89864689.htm

I think I'll just move to Colorado City where I can have everything that I want...

Bueller
Wed Aug 22nd, 2007, 04:04 PM
SUZUKI DRZ400E Don't think It'll have enough top end speed on the hwy though as it's 'bout 60mph
http://adcache.cycletrader.com/5/9/9/89605899.htm



Those make good Tards, where are you getting the 60mph figure?
Gearing can make a huge difference.

Suki
Wed Aug 22nd, 2007, 04:15 PM
Now I'm look'n @ this Yamaha 2004 WR450... I'm lik'n the fact that it can be made for the street to get from 1 trail to the next, yet light enuff to have some fun.

Here's the Linky: http://adcache.cycletrader.com/5/2/4/89660224.htm

Thanks for your thoughts!!
D


friscokidd is thinking about putting his up for sale, you could always buy his! :D

Bueller
Wed Aug 22nd, 2007, 04:33 PM
friscokidd is thinking about putting his up for sale, you could always buy his! :D
That thing is a slut, we've all had a turn with it :lol:

Suki
Wed Aug 22nd, 2007, 04:35 PM
:lol: if i wasn't a god fearing christian i'd have a whole lot to say about that in relation to other things :lol:

but, see this is exactly why he needs to sell it and get a brand new bike, to love and cherish and keep all to himself. :D

friscokidd
Thu Aug 23rd, 2007, 08:39 AM
i have a 2000 wr400 i am going to try to sell, you interested??

Dietrich_R1
Thu Aug 23rd, 2007, 10:40 AM
I would prefer to purchase a bike from people on the board/know.

It's just to much of a biatch to come up there.

D

R1chie
Thu Aug 23rd, 2007, 12:53 PM
The weight of the 650s will hamper you on the dirt, I would not take one up to say Captain Jacks. I would get the KTM or Yamaha. They are lighter and better suited for the dirt. If you are going to ride street mostly then the 650's are ok.

R1chie
Thu Aug 23rd, 2007, 12:59 PM
The DRE 9s 324 dry weight,
The Yamaha 232 dry weight

You will feel it on the trail and every time you drop that bike.

Bueller
Thu Aug 23rd, 2007, 01:41 PM
I would get the KTM or Yamaha. They are lighter and better suited for the dirt.
Rich recomending a KaBoom :shocked: Stop the presses! :lol:

Dr. Joe Siphek
Thu Aug 23rd, 2007, 02:49 PM
how much you gonna try to get Alan?

friscokidd
Thu Aug 23rd, 2007, 02:52 PM
i was thinking $2200 OBO

R1chie
Thu Aug 23rd, 2007, 08:56 PM
Rich recomending a KaBoom :shocked: Stop the presses! :lol:

Dude you know they are a great bike, but not for Motocross IMHO. And there are some reliability issues and it costs more intitially and for parts but people here buy sportbikes like Ducs that are similar, does not mean it is a good bike. For trail riding, some people wouldn't buy anything else.

They are light and they would rock the 650's. They do have some advantages over the big 4. It is just what you like.

Bueller
Thu Aug 23rd, 2007, 09:37 PM
Just yankin' yer chain :lol: Ya know I'll ride anything