DR650 Ultimate Adventure Bike Build - Mods & Long Term Honest Review

Below are links to the modifications mentioned in this video. I am not affiliated with any of them so i get no kick back should you buy anything from them. However, if you would like to say thanks for the content, click the Thanks button below the video window!

ATB Jason.

Carry Rack Rear Luggage Plate

Case Guard – Suzuki DR650 Clutch & Ignition

Number Plate Holder

Oil Cooler Guard

Rear Carry Rack

DR650 ProCycle Jet Kit

JNS DR650 Low Footpeg Mounts

5/16″ ( 8mm ) Slim Line Filter

Warp 9 DR650 Fork Brace Black

FunnelWeb DR650 Filter

35mm Bar Mount Riser

DR650 Cush Drive Rubbers

Acerbis DR650 25 Litre Fuel Tank

DR650 Side Cover Saddle Bag Guards

Acerbis Neoprene Fork Gaiters

FFRC Full Force Racing Components

SUZUKI DR650 SLIP ON EXHAUST

Aluminum Frame Guards Protectors Cover

SAE to Dual USB Motorcycle Charger Adapter

AUXITO FANLESS H4 9003 HB2 LED Headlight Kit Light Bulbs Hi/Lo Beam 6000K White

PRO TAPER CONTOUR BLACK HANDLEBARS

MOTOZ TRACTIONATOR 130 / 80-17 TUBELESS ADVENTURE REAR TYRE

MOTOZ TRACTIONATOR 90 / 90-21 ENDURO S / T DOT FRONT TYRE

[ComfyDadShoes]

I fall more in love with mine each day. The power / weight / cost / simplicity makes it a perfect all rounder for me.

[whitedrguy]

Great review. 👍

I love my DR 650 and they are not only the ultimate adventure bike but the best all round bike, I used mine as a courier bike in Melbourne for many years, rode it many times in the Victorian High country, and it is currently sitting in Croatia after riding around the UK and Europe, I will go back in 2024 to continue my European odyssey before bringing it back to Australia.

In my mind it is the ultimate go anywhere bike that doesn’t blow your budget, $8500, 9 years old, 330, 000 klms, what’s not to like.

[mrwill]

They are such a solid versatile all-rounder of a bike, its hard not to like its simplicity. Solid review. Cheers

[PaydayGabeBCNV]

I purchased a 08 KLR maybe 10 years ago. Rode it for a year all over Nevada and California, and in town Las Vegas.
It was reliability and a good commuter bike but Touring it was a mindless 😵‍💫 drag.
Traded it✌️.
That said, , if I were to venture back to the Duel Sport world, the Bush Pig would be my first choice. And definitely a well Farkled one.
Most everything I've seen here for sale is relatively well equipped. Prices vary depending on age and Farkles..
Thanks for your great review 👍. G, in beautiful Boulder City Nv. USA 🇺🇲

[wwsus]

Thank you for taking the time to reply. Safe trails and happy adventures 👍👌

[bradjones]

lets race, i own a DR650 from 2006. Sunshine Coast Based. Ready to ride!!

[SumoAustin]

They make for a great fast road bike too, nimble, punchy, good ergos and plenty of range.

[dahof]

Very nice! I have a couple DRZ 400s and may add a 650. I chose the 400s because of weight. I like to ride solo and never want to get caught in a situation where I can't lift the bike after a drop.

[MarkCurrie-]

Hey Jason, I brought an Africa twin to replace my 2017 DR650. Two years later and I’ve still got the DR haha, it’s not fancy but still fun to ride. Great review 👍

[studiesfromthebible]

Love the new channel, of course loved the old one too. Keep up the good work. Such a great bike. I love Build videos.

[GizmosBushEscapes]

Suzuki should pay for such a good review😁

[dongorsegner]

I ride a big old Honda Gl1200 here in NW Washington USA, looking to add a lighter bike to explore the mountain roads that abound. Torn between the DR650 and the KLR 650. Appreciate your efforts and the review of your bike

[MVDBR]

Nice rundown TT 🤙 well set up bike cheers

[markleon]

To fear and alarm don't think so you are just greeted

[nelsondiaz]

Excellent review mate. Love aussie descriptions, always straight, to the point and no bs. Very much appreciated. --- I've had bikes for over 40 years now from Dirt bikes to rice rockets to the big cruisers....all awesome but the feel and joy of freedom for me has always been the dual sport type. Again, thank you for your post, you gained another subscriber today. Cheers!

[rajanvariath]

Thanks for a good, no nonsense video.

Got a question on the rear tire, how did you mount the tubeless Motoz tire ? Standard rim ?

[MaxwellBenson]

Great lookin bike! That bash plate looks sick.

[MrEtnorb]

If you intend to use the Garmin device for an emergency call, if you come off the bike and are incapacitated and can’t reach it you are in trouble. Always carry it in your jacket. I have never understood why that B&B rack is popular as you can only use flat straps as the gap in the side is too thin. It also has a narrow base. I had a similar FFRC set up and it transformed the bike handling from life threatening to pretty decent. I converted mine to a 790 and it transforms the bike. Much safer open road overtaking and hill power but terrible fuel consumption.

[c.a.l.e.b.s]

Great review - any comments on the smaller Acerbis tank you had vs the one you have now. I'm I like the smaller size of the other they offer but see many with the larger like yourself. Thanks!

[scenicdriveways]

Great review, and a very nice bike build. Thanks for sharing it with us.

JT
Kentucky (USA)