Can directly compare KLR A and C with DR650SE:
The KLR has some weak spots but they are minor and can be fixed. Besides that a strong and very reliable bike.
The DR is of different build in general: More sporty, lighter, nicer. I never had one of my DR's heavily loaded but with one person and luggage they do very fine and are much more fun than the KLR. The seat is something like a MTB saddle. You have to get used to it. The standard tank is too small.
Advantages of the DR are the bulletproof engine (gives very little problems). Maintenance is simple (tappets to set valves). Engine performance of the DR is better in general. The KLR pulls better from low revs but the Suzi's gearing is better.
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