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Originally Posted by Fern
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Suzuki-DR...QAAOSw7UJbIYkK
I've seen DR650s doing 100,000kms+ in Australia NZ and USA before having to do anything like engine rebuilds. The thing I would be concerned about is the good alround condition. Bikes can sit doing nothing for years and things start to perish like carb rubbers and wiring looms. The wiring loom on my 2005 DRZ400 needs totally replacing, and my TT600RE 2004 bike the wiring loom is starting to crumble.
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Good to know. Good news is my budget way exceeds the pricetag of these bikes so I could just have all new wiring done
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Originally Posted by JMo
With the greatest of respect, the EFi vs carburettor argument in general is bollocks (as we like to say in the UK ;o) - modern EFi is just like electronic ignition and any other electrical system on a motorbike. In addition, a pressurised fuel system and filter means a fuel injector is even less likely to get blocked that a carb jet. Honestly, it is not even worth a second thought these days.
The CB500X does weigh more than a DR650 it's true - but that is because it is a far more substantial bike, with a physically larger engine and ancillaries, and a proper subframe, comfortable seat (for two people), 17.5 litre fuel tank and a fairing/screen plus decent lights etc.
Add all that lot to your DR and you'll have a bike very similar in weight, but which is more top heavy, produces less power and uses more fuel.
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After reading this I read all these old posts on the Hubb & AdvRider about carbies vs. EFI...maybe it is a case of being afraid of what I don't know...but Im still a bit afraid. Not something that would completely put me off on it but I still think I prefer a carburetor.
I think I am mostly hung up on extra 30kilos of weight, which is not chump change. A more comfortable seat on the 650 isnt really gonna weigh much more (I know it still probably wouldnt be as comfortable as the CB500 seat), neither will putting in a good LED bulb, and others seem to think the 650 has a decent subframe already. As for the extra power, its just not something I feel I need. The only reason I still consider the CB500x is comfort, and fuel consumption. And you the other thing Im still wrestling with is the RR upgrade and which to go for. Im small as I said, 1.73m, and skin and bones, so with the extra weight of this bike I would at least like to have my feet flat on the ground or close to it. So @JMo what are your thoughts on which kit? I know the level one does not raise the seat, but does it really make much of a difference?
Anyways, perhaps your right, its worth jumping on one and giving it a ride.
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Originally Posted by NicoGSX
Beware, you don't want the 93 model. You want the 96+ one (type SP46).
The newer model is lighter and has far more aftermarket support.
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Super good to know, thanks
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Originally Posted by mollydog
1. SEAT ....better seat for sure. Nice and WIDE is best!
2. Lighting. Add a HID or LED headlight bulb. Stator output on the DR650 is very low, so do anything you can to reduce electrical draw on the system.
3. Not absolute requirement but suspension upgrade really can help, especially riding TWO UP.
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All good to know. I found this seat that people seem to like https://goo.gl/gibS9j And this one is funny, seems would probably be pretty nice especially for a passenger, unfortunately the one review it got was pretty bad https://goo.gl/bH7nXU
Anyways, point is there seem to be options out there to make the seat more comfortable.
And yea, as for suspension, Ill have plenty of budget leftover if I do decide to go with the DR650...and if I do I might ping you for some specific advice on that.
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Originally Posted by NtoStravel
Today I have been looking at other manufacture offerings and came on this from Honda, very interesting. Honda 750 X ADV off road / touring scooter, rather nicely equipped. As there are pannier and top box offerings for the other Honda 750 Road scooter, there should be the same for the X ADV, worth looking into?
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Funny, never knew such a thing existed. I wonder if they are selling any. Probably not something that I would seriously consider but its always nice to see totally new ideas. Thanks for thinking outside the box 
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