Hi Chris, thanks for the heads up, yes, I am aware of that forum... if you notice I started a thread there too a few days back.... it just seemed PaulD had some direct relevant experieince I could use that no one has addressed in the other thread.

F650-V-Strom
 

Popex,
Yes I have ridden both the F650 Twin and the V-Strom on both off road and tarmac. Firstly off road the F650 was superior in heavy sand as I could control it better, I think mainly due to the 30 odd kg weight difference, now on corrogations the V-Strom just ate them up it was just alot smoother easier to handle allround. Tarmac well open roads I am afraid the V-Stom wins again, a more comfortable seat coupled with a more relaxed riding style, may be also the added weight could be an advantage as well. Now twistees and mountain roads the F650 Twin wins hands down, alot more ground clearance, a bit smaller so a bit nippier around the corners (Needs a better back tyre 'imo') So if I were to choose a bike for mainly around town to and from work with the odd weekend away I would choose the F650 Twin however if I were to do a RTW it would be a V-Strom.
Hope this helps !

Thanks
Paul:smartass: