On a bet (and because I wanted to), about 10 years ago, I took my DR650 on a brutal enduro ride. I mean like an actual old school enduro course. Giant boulders. Extremely steep hills. Muddy water crossings with straight up and down banks. Then when I was done, I cruised at about 70 mph back to our camp. I had a much lighter aftermarket exhaust (jetted to match), aggressive tires, aluminum skid plate and went down 1 tooth on the front sprocket. That's it. The machine is a beast.
This is amazing, exactly how I always dreamt of building one of my own someday. Can't believe you're saying looks aren't a big concern for you when your bike ends up looking this clean, practical, robust, and just overall very very attractive. Great build, you're living some people's dream man, really looking forward to some trip videos with this thing.
If you shorten your chain as short as it can be with your largest front sprocket you have room in your adjustment for smaller sprocket I use 16 for highway when I get to where I'm going I use my 13 for off road 85 xl600r
You'll be able to go round the world several times on that machine with total confidence and in comfort and without breaking the bank. Many years ago I toured Europe on a 650 Kat. Nothing special but I still have fantastic memories of the trip. it's all about the journey.
It would have been nice to put links in your description for some of your mods. I live in Canada and run a DR650 and after a lot of research over the last year have never come across that "made in Canada" fairing . I also have never seen those plug in signal.lights; what a great idea.
🇦🇺😎👍The big DRasauras . .. that tail pipe weighs a ton and it stifles the performance….brakes , lol . Say no more…I played with the sprockets and for road riding you can’t improve on the ratios from the factory. I’ve replaced at least 10 sets of sprockets and chains on both of my DRs. Sounds like you are on the right track mate. Love that horse 🐴
Lots of great ideas, just a couple more for if your interested. I fitted a DRZ 400 clutch perch with a shorter lever, the shorter lever is great for 2 finger use and the clutch perch is a split type so if it gets broken it is easy to replace unlike the DR type which is one piece and is pain to swap because you have to remove and replace the hand grip. Also a good idea to bypass the side stand cut out switch, they can be an issue on rough ground, mainly when the side stand pivot bolt wears a little and the side stand can bounce a little causing the switch to cut the engine. As for gearing, stick with the 15 front, a 14 can cause accelerated wear on the chain guide / swinging arm protector where it wraps around the pivot point, a 14 creates less clearance between the chain and the pivot. Try also a choke knob arrangement where you do away with the choke cable, the cables can and will rust and seize up, any water that gets in the left switch block will go straight down the cable, there are a couple of different types, one is just a small plunger type that screws straight into the carb and sits between the cables, it can be a little fiddly to get to, or the other is a shorter cable type that is mounted just under the carb, it points down and will not collect water. The after market Cush drive rubbers are a good investment, they tend to last a lot longer than the factory rubbers, when the rubbers get softer it puts more stress on the Cush drive bearing causing the bearing to fall apart, keep an eye on that bearing they do play up a little. Swapping over to the lower chain roller to one with a bearing is a good idea, the factory one just runs on a steel bush and get gummed up with mud and grit , you can also remove the top roller and just replace it with dome head bolt, there are stories of guys that have had the rollers ripped out of the frame but that could be from larger rear sprockets changing the angle of the chain when the suspension is fully compressed. The old DR is a hell of a bike, so safe travels and enjoy.
Brilliant advice - thanks! I actually do have new levers I'm planning to install - but not the purch. Good points you make they're a crap design Haven't heard too much about the cush drive rubbers - good to know! And the Lower chain roller.. I already removed the top roller (I admit only because people have 'said so') - not sure if it matters but if its a potential point of failure... Same with the side stand switch. Your other points are good - sounds like more fun in the garage on rainy days!
Great stuff. Bing watching your videos here in Austria. With your help my girlfriend opted out of a tenere and is now all in in the DR-gang :) Thanks buddy.
Very nice video and I think your philosophy is spot on. My only wonder is why there aren't more folks with this view of simple and reliable is the best. Kudos to you for your mechanics skills also.
A couple of thingsa you might want to look at is getting a front sprocket counterseal retainer (they can pop out, and VERY importantly, chexk your NSU. They dont put loctite on the NSU bolts and over time they can vibrate lose and the bolts drop into the gearbox (VERY expensive). I assume you removed the side stand idiot switch as well. As per the clutch safety switch it is a point of failure. If you ride the bike hard over bumps, what happens is the side stand drops and the safety switch cuts the engine! As far as gearing goes I run 14/44, good low gear performance (it pulls like a dorm full of schoolboys) and highway tops out about 140, so good there too. Spare clutch cable is an EXCELLENT idea as I have had mine break in the middle of nowhere, spare throttle cable is a good move too.
I have a 2021 DR650 I bought new. I have most of the mods you have, all very practical. I installed a 14 tooth front sprocket almost immediately after buying the bike, and would highly recomend it to anyone with a DR. Bikes are all a compromise when wanting them to be ridable both on road and off. I personaly would like more low end torque and less speed for off road, but still want comfortable speed and performance on the highway. I feel the 14 tooth front speocket was the best compromise option. Greaat bike, bit tall for a short legged guy like me, but love it.
Hello! I recomend add fuel filter end of carb breather, I dont mean slide breather I mean carb float vent line. Thats big hose and during time there will be dirt onside carb. Acerbis tan there is inside filter and use have fuel line filter so thats enough. Second place where dirt can get in is overflow hose which is small but still dirt can get in. Just put small fuelfilter end of it. Now your whole dr all passager are filtered. 👍👍
That's a sweet DR650!! I only ever did the safari tank, bash plates and barkbusters on my old DR. This is a whole other level. The stock suspension IS pretty bad. Upgrading the suspension is totally worth the money and I wouldn't hesitate to do it if I get another DR. This is definitely one of the absolute best RTW machines.
Very thorough. I’ve done all those mods except the Brittania which I do have on a WR250R. LeoVince exhaust with pro cycle carb adjustment. Lighter, quiet peppier. I’ve put about 8000 trail type miles with no mechanicals. (TAT and BDR’S here in USA) I did put a different front fender on too. JD ADV channel…
Excellent work , she looks sweet . I do miss my 2019 DR650 but I live where you are better off with a bike that can do 80mph easily and for longer times ie freeway and highway speeds . Some places are 2 to 5 hours away just to hit any legal dirt and having semi trucks pass me is not an option unfortunately . You have more knowledge and electrical skills than I do about engines etc but I really wanted to learn with that bike . I changed the battery to a lithium battery changed the rear brake light to an LED added Thumper Jockey pod lights and put the ADV double take mirrors on my bike . Didn't get to the fuel filter yet or the LED headlight . I saw the 2020 Africa Twin and then the Tenere 700 at 5 grand less and was very intrigued . Then after reviews and videos of riders loving it I went with the Tenere . Not being rich I just had to let the DR650 go , really liked having the 2 bikes but 2020 and the devastation it had on my business left me no choice .
The DR650 has an O-ring chain as you know, so the internal link pins are fine without oiling it. But yeah, the outside link rollers do need lubrication. Like you said, adding oil, then riding in dust and dirt makes it like a gritty paste that will wear out the outer rollers and pins, and the sprockets too. So, have you ever thought of using a dry graphite lubricant on the chain? That's what I've been using for years, with great results. By the way, your DR650 looks really, really good!
Awesome build! Everything looks perfectly picked out for what you need it to do! Cool for me (a Canadian) to see some Canadian parts on Aussie bike... Although I was riding with a guy last year who had that ferring on his 701 and it did not survive being dropped while off roading. They seen a little fragile compared to some of the more expensive options. look forward to seeing some epic adventures on this machine!
I used to be in the same camp as you about the exhaust. I didn't want to make my Dr any louder, and most aftermarket mufflers are way too loud. Eventually, I took a risk and installed the Leo Vince x2 Enduro muffler from procycle. It isn't very much louder than stock, sounds a bit better, but most importantly it gave me way more access to the torque and power on the Dr! You really are missing out on a lot of good power if you keep the stock exhaust. Mine pulls way harder now, even from low rpms. When I added an oversized header pipe a while later it helped increase top end power a bit, but the muffler made the biggest difference
Looks clean. Go ride! Oh yeah, delete the side stand safety switch. In rough conditions, the kickstand bounces under its own weight and will cut power. Likely when you need it most.
FYI mild steel sucks it week and heavy, cromoly steal hug improvement and easily welded. Please leave the cluck safety on its enough to be aware how it fails it's easy to bypass any where or time. Great bike.
Thanks for bringing all these tips to us. Was all set to go for another brand but complexity of EFI and water cooling has me thinking stay with the basics. Just need to figure out new or used and where. Thanks.
Good video. Small technical point: You don't use "volts" (you use power but voltage is a reflection of that - you also need to know amperage draw to know how much power is being used). To measure actual power (watts) being used requires a much more expensive inline meter - not something you'd ever install on a bike like this). I doubt the voltage meter will show much other than the charging system is working or it's failed. The reason is that when the bike is running the voltage regulator (part of the stator and charging system) will always try to keep the voltage correct no matter what the draw is. The volt meter is not a bad thing but just not that informative, in general. If you see the voltage dropping, you know the charging system is failing and you better sort it out quickly.
Nice bike !! I noticed that your front brake line is routed on the outside of the lower fork. It's supposed to be inside, between the fork and wheel. On the outside it can easily get damaged in a fall or caught on something.
That's a great idea. I need to get one for my DR650. I have an old Honda NX650 that I put a center-stand on, and it's so nice to have for removing the wheel, lubing and adjusting the chain, etc.
@@trevorjameson3213 too much added wright for what it is worth i had one on my dr, just not worth it. Got a simple side stand that comes apart and stores easily
Thanks! In my other video I explain why - I know its heavy (6kg) but I'm keeping it for the time being because it's super quiet. Might eventually upgrade it though to drop 3 or so kg!
@@ironhorsedr6505 Oh! I’ll watch that! Yeah said like that it’s expensive for 3kg! We can also cut dessert for a couple of months and loose 3kg instead! 😂
On some bikes, smaller front sprocket may cause the chain to wear the plastic guard on top of the swing arm. A larger rear sprocket might be a better option.
In the comments you said you have a UFO front fender. Which one did you get? They have so many. I really like your bike. It’s well thought out. Very clean and flowing, not cobbled together.
Great video and nice bike. Mine is white just like yours. Apologies if someone already asked…..is that the ProCycle tool tube and mounting straps? I’ve faffed around trying to make my own but I think I’m ready for an off the shelf solution. Thanks!
if doing any deeper water crossings i'd also swap the rear brake like switch for a hydraulic brake switch... is a pressure banjo bolt dealy.. and sealed... goes into rear master... one less thing to fail..
Great Job with this!! Tastefully done. Really like the front end treatment, but all the other mods blend together nicely. How the heck dod you gwt the bike so clean??
Ironically I already broke one of them - I don't feel they are the best for this machine anymore. It seems like a good idea to just take them off when not needed, but not that easy actually. I will replace with more robust type
Well to be honest I didn't really have a choice about the cover since covid was messing with availability so I got LOW Comfort [Seat Option: Foam & Cover Kit] [Cover Option: Carbon Fiber Sides / Low Slip Top. Which as it turns out is just fine!
Needs a third wheel for an honest expedition. More carry ability. Russia had those to carry anti-tank missiles, a hard-point to hold machine-gun, and two armed soldiers addition to the operator. Oh, and it has a reverse gear,
Looks like you need to ride way too clean for a DR650 wow ride it this bike will do alot of stuff not just look good clean chain is new. Plastic chain guide hasn't been rubbed other than chain being installed. Prove the bike is for riding not for bike show!
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I think that is the nicest looking fairing I’ve seen for the DR650. 👍🏻
Those removable signal lights are ingenious.!
For adventure build I always pre-route a spare clutch cable with both ends shrink wrapped. Cable breaks, 5 minutes and you're back in action..
I was thinking about this also - good tip!
Mate that is the best idea I’ve heard. Thanks
Awesome tip
I just bought a new 2024 DR650 yesterday, I look forward to making improvements to it. Your bike looks awesome!! Great video!! Happy travels!!
You have an eye for engineering. A work of art!
thanks!
On a bet (and because I wanted to), about 10 years ago, I took my DR650 on a brutal enduro ride. I mean like an actual old school enduro course. Giant boulders. Extremely steep hills. Muddy water crossings with straight up and down banks. Then when I was done, I cruised at about 70 mph back to our camp. I had a much lighter aftermarket exhaust (jetted to match), aggressive tires, aluminum skid plate and went down 1 tooth on the front sprocket. That's it. The machine is a beast.
That is literally a dream bike... That's it I'm going out and buying one
This is amazing, exactly how I always dreamt of building one of my own someday. Can't believe you're saying looks aren't a big concern for you when your bike ends up looking this clean, practical, robust, and just overall very very attractive. Great build, you're living some people's dream man, really looking forward to some trip videos with this thing.
Thanks!
If you shorten your chain as short as it can be with your largest front sprocket you have room in your adjustment for smaller sprocket I use 16 for highway when I get to where I'm going I use my 13 for off road 85 xl600r
You'll be able to go round the world several times on that machine with total confidence and in comfort and without breaking the bank. Many years ago I toured Europe on a 650 Kat. Nothing special but I still have fantastic memories of the trip. it's all about the journey.
It would have been nice to put links in your description for some of your mods. I live in Canada and run a DR650 and after a lot of research over the last year have never come across that "made in Canada" fairing . I also have never seen those plug in signal.lights; what a great idea.
🇦🇺😎👍The big DRasauras . .. that tail pipe weighs a ton and it stifles the performance….brakes , lol . Say no more…I played with the sprockets and for road riding you can’t improve on the ratios from the factory. I’ve replaced at least 10 sets of sprockets and chains on both of my DRs. Sounds like you are on the right track mate. Love that horse 🐴
On my list to replace for sure !
I really like your horse! She's very nice. 💪🏼 Thank you to share! Hi from Montréal!
Greatings from Canada/Poland ! Good job Sir! Waiting for on-road travel !
Awesome build. So many parts i had nvr seen. Lol its odd i dont have the bike yet but im planning. Thanks
Lots of great ideas, just a couple more for if your interested.
I fitted a DRZ 400 clutch perch with a shorter lever, the shorter lever is great for 2 finger use and the clutch perch is a split type so if it gets broken it is easy to replace unlike the DR type which is one piece and is pain to swap because you have to remove and replace the hand grip.
Also a good idea to bypass the side stand cut out switch, they can be an issue on rough ground, mainly when the side stand pivot bolt wears a little and the side stand can bounce a little causing the switch to cut the engine.
As for gearing, stick with the 15 front, a 14 can cause accelerated wear on the chain guide / swinging arm protector where it wraps around the pivot point, a 14 creates less clearance between the chain and the pivot.
Try also a choke knob arrangement where you do away with the choke cable, the cables can and will rust and seize up, any water that gets in the left switch block will go straight down the cable, there are a couple of different types, one is just a small plunger type that screws straight into the carb and sits between the cables, it can be a little fiddly to get to, or the other is a shorter cable type that is mounted just under the carb, it points down and will not collect water.
The after market Cush drive rubbers are a good investment, they tend to last a lot longer than the factory rubbers, when the rubbers get softer it puts more stress on the Cush drive bearing causing the bearing to fall apart, keep an eye on that bearing they do play up a little.
Swapping over to the lower chain roller to one with a bearing is a good idea, the factory one just runs on a steel bush and get gummed up with mud and grit , you can also remove the top roller and just replace it with dome head bolt, there are stories of guys that have had the rollers ripped out of the frame but that could be from larger rear sprockets changing the angle of the chain when the suspension is fully compressed.
The old DR is a hell of a bike, so safe travels and enjoy.
Brilliant advice - thanks!
I actually do have new levers I'm planning to install - but not the purch. Good points you make they're a crap design
Haven't heard too much about the cush drive rubbers - good to know! And the Lower chain roller..
I already removed the top roller (I admit only because people have 'said so') - not sure if it matters but if its a potential point of failure...
Same with the side stand switch.
Your other points are good - sounds like more fun in the garage on rainy days!
Great stuff. Bing watching your videos here in Austria. With your help my girlfriend opted out of a tenere and is now all in in the DR-gang :) Thanks buddy.
Very nice video and I think your philosophy is spot on. My only wonder is why there aren't more folks with this view of simple and reliable is the best. Kudos to you for your mechanics skills also.
Awesome bike! Just starting to modify my 2023 white 650. Thanks for making this.
A couple of thingsa you might want to look at is getting a front sprocket counterseal retainer (they can pop out, and VERY importantly, chexk your NSU. They dont put loctite on the NSU bolts and over time they can vibrate lose and the bolts drop into the gearbox (VERY expensive). I assume you removed the side stand idiot switch as well. As per the clutch safety switch it is a point of failure. If you ride the bike hard over bumps, what happens is the side stand drops and the safety switch cuts the engine! As far as gearing goes I run 14/44, good low gear performance (it pulls like a dorm full of schoolboys) and highway tops out about 140, so good there too. Spare clutch cable is an EXCELLENT idea as I have had mine break in the middle of nowhere, spare throttle cable is a good move too.
I have a 2021 DR650 I bought new. I have most of the mods you have, all very practical. I installed a 14 tooth front sprocket almost immediately after buying the bike, and would highly recomend it to anyone with a DR. Bikes are all a compromise when wanting them to be ridable both on road and off. I personaly would like more low end torque and less speed for off road, but still want comfortable speed and performance on the highway. I feel the 14 tooth front speocket was the best compromise option. Greaat bike, bit tall for a short legged guy like me, but love it.
Hello! I recomend add fuel filter end of carb breather, I dont mean slide breather I mean carb float vent line. Thats big hose and during time there will be dirt onside carb. Acerbis tan there is inside filter and use have fuel line filter so thats enough.
Second place where dirt can get in is overflow hose which is small but still dirt can get in. Just put small fuelfilter end of it. Now your whole dr all passager are filtered. 👍👍
That's a sweet DR650!! I only ever did the safari tank, bash plates and barkbusters on my old DR. This is a whole other level. The stock suspension IS pretty bad. Upgrading the suspension is totally worth the money and I wouldn't hesitate to do it if I get another DR. This is definitely one of the absolute best RTW machines.
Very thorough. I’ve done all those mods except the Brittania which I do have on a WR250R. LeoVince exhaust with pro cycle carb adjustment. Lighter, quiet peppier. I’ve put about 8000 trail type miles with no mechanicals. (TAT and BDR’S here in USA) I did put a different front fender on too. JD ADV channel…
This is what I want to do. I live in a wet enviroment the auto chain oiler is key. Your DR 650 is what I want to build.
Thanks for sharing I really wish we got the DR650 over here in the uk :)
Really like what you have done with your DR. Watching with interest as I am considering moving from my africa twin. Thanks for sharing.
Excellent work , she looks sweet . I do miss my 2019 DR650 but I live where you are better off with a bike that can do 80mph easily and for longer times ie freeway and highway speeds . Some places are 2 to 5 hours away just to hit any legal dirt and having semi trucks pass me is not an option unfortunately . You have more knowledge and electrical skills than I do about engines etc but I really wanted to learn with that bike . I changed the battery to a lithium battery changed the rear brake light to an LED added Thumper Jockey pod lights and put the ADV double take mirrors on my bike . Didn't get to the fuel filter yet or the LED headlight .
I saw the 2020 Africa Twin and then the Tenere 700 at 5 grand less and was very intrigued . Then after reviews and videos of riders loving it I went with the Tenere . Not being rich I just had to let the DR650 go , really liked having the 2 bikes but 2020 and the devastation it had on my business left me no choice .
fantastic mods!
would be nice if you could list them in your description 👍
Only thing left to do is that 790 big bore kit and OS valve head! Ive always wanted to build one of these. Looks great! The fairing is 🔥
Thanks. I'm a bit worried about how robust the fairing is since it's fiberglass. We'll see I guess
Fantastic Vid Sir👍 You have got it figured out imo. That DR is a Solid machine. Hoping to do a similar Expeditionary upgrade to my Honda XR400.
I've got the same bike, I'm hoping to do the same.
The DR650 has an O-ring chain as you know, so the internal link pins are fine without oiling it. But yeah, the outside link rollers do need lubrication. Like you said, adding oil, then riding in dust and dirt makes it like a gritty paste that will wear out the outer rollers and pins, and the sprockets too. So, have you ever thought of using a dry graphite lubricant on the chain? That's what I've been using for years, with great results. By the way, your DR650 looks really, really good!
Nice tip - hadn't thought about graphite lube - thanks!
Solid looking rig mate, but let’s get it dirty!!
Awesome build! Everything looks perfectly picked out for what you need it to do! Cool for me (a Canadian) to see some Canadian parts on Aussie bike... Although I was riding with a guy last year who had that ferring on his 701 and it did not survive being dropped while off roading. They seen a little fragile compared to some of the more expensive options.
look forward to seeing some epic adventures on this machine!
@Iron Horse DR650 what brand are those plug in rear LED indicators? Great idea 👍🏻
Click-n-ride turn signals
I used to be in the same camp as you about the exhaust. I didn't want to make my Dr any louder, and most aftermarket mufflers are way too loud. Eventually, I took a risk and installed the Leo Vince x2 Enduro muffler from procycle. It isn't very much louder than stock, sounds a bit better, but most importantly it gave me way more access to the torque and power on the Dr! You really are missing out on a lot of good power if you keep the stock exhaust. Mine pulls way harder now, even from low rpms. When I added an oversized header pipe a while later it helped increase top end power a bit, but the muffler made the biggest difference
Interesting insight! I think I will get one eventually, but have a few other things I'd like first - tubliss being one
Looks clean. Go ride!
Oh yeah, delete the side stand safety switch. In rough conditions, the kickstand bounces under its own weight and will cut power. Likely when you need it most.
Got to love the DR 650. Cool video mate 😎👍
Equipou ela toda ! Parabéns! Manda fotos da viagem que fez com ela........
FYI mild steel sucks it week and heavy, cromoly steal hug improvement and easily welded. Please leave the cluck safety on its enough to be aware how it fails it's easy to bypass any where or time. Great bike.
Interesting - I didn't know chromoly is easy to weld
Thanks for bringing all these tips to us. Was all set to go for another brand but complexity of EFI and water cooling has me thinking stay with the basics. Just need to figure out new or used and where. Thanks.
Greetings
What a fantastic detailed video.
Would you provide us with the links to purchase the mods.
Keep producing more videos 🇺🇸🍾🎉🇺🇸
Put a GSXR exhaust on there mate! It's heaps lighter and less restrictive. And still a Suzuki factory part!
Good video. Small technical point: You don't use "volts" (you use power but voltage is a reflection of that - you also need to know amperage draw to know how much power is being used). To measure actual power (watts) being used requires a much more expensive inline meter - not something you'd ever install on a bike like this). I doubt the voltage meter will show much other than the charging system is working or it's failed. The reason is that when the bike is running the voltage regulator (part of the stator and charging system) will always try to keep the voltage correct no matter what the draw is. The volt meter is not a bad thing but just not that informative, in general. If you see the voltage dropping, you know the charging system is failing and you better sort it out quickly.
Great looking dr, love the mods.
Nice bike !! I noticed that your front brake line is routed on the outside of the lower fork. It's supposed to be inside, between the fork and wheel. On the outside it can easily get damaged in a fall or caught on something.
Ah yes so it is! Thanks for pointing that out - cable routings is not my strong point :)
Sooo.... When can we see the first adventue?
What a build! I like it!
Suggestion- a drop down center stand ( comes in handy when working on the rear tire area ) holds the bike up with out leaning it !
That's a great idea. I need to get one for my DR650. I have an old Honda NX650 that I put a center-stand on, and it's so nice to have for removing the wheel, lubing and adjusting the chain, etc.
@@trevorjameson3213 too much added wright for what it is worth
i had one on my dr, just not worth it.
Got a simple side stand that comes apart and stores easily
Great bike build. It looks amazing and very usefull. Do you have a list of the parts you bought and links?
Nice build sir!
Thanks!
great video and great bike, can you give the link for the blinkers
Click-n-ride turn signals.
Great video and beautiful DR build.
Would you like to share links for items installed on your bike please ?
Hey! Great video! Surprised you kept the stock exhaust since it’s really heavy. Great build!
Thanks! In my other video I explain why - I know its heavy (6kg) but I'm keeping it for the time being because it's super quiet. Might eventually upgrade it though to drop 3 or so kg!
@@ironhorsedr6505 Oh! I’ll watch that! Yeah said like that it’s expensive for 3kg! We can also cut dessert for a couple of months and loose 3kg instead! 😂
On some bikes, smaller front sprocket may cause the chain to wear the plastic guard on top of the swing arm. A larger rear sprocket might be a better option.
A very nice DR! Would really like to see links for all the mods and total price for all the work. Not a spec of dust on that bike lol.
In the comments you said you have a UFO front fender. Which one did you get? They have so many. I really like your bike. It’s well thought out. Very clean and flowing, not cobbled together.
Greetings from Canada. Looks beautiful! Can you please name the company of the front fearing? And was it easy to install? Thx.
Always carry a spare extra large kick stand platform for seriously muddy ground
Now installed - difficult to find a good one. The first one came off after the first ride.
Great video and nice bike. Mine is white just like yours. Apologies if someone already asked…..is that the ProCycle tool tube and mounting straps? I’ve faffed around trying to make my own but I think I’m ready for an off the shelf solution. Thanks!
yes it is!
Thanks so much!
Who made the fairing?
Still waiting on some more of the dr man
Nice work, what's year of your bike?
really impressed with the build ....just wondering if youve tallied total costs & also the weight of the bike with all mods vs std?..
That bike is super clean. Must've taken ages to prep it for the video.
It was brand new! Doesn't look that clean now anymore lol
if doing any deeper water crossings i'd also swap the rear brake like switch for a hydraulic brake switch... is a pressure banjo bolt dealy.. and sealed... goes into rear master... one less thing to fail..
nice bike, looks like its never been ridden, for what you've spent you could buy two t7's :)
I don't like t7's - I explain why in my other vids
Great Job with this!! Tastefully done. Really like the front end treatment, but all the other mods blend together nicely.
How the heck dod you gwt the bike so clean??
Nice build!
Thanks!
The bike came out great. All very functional extras.
What tires are you running and how do you like them?
Thanks
If you want a lighter muffler that is still quite have a look at the DG RST slip on muffler and mid pipe.
Yep - that one is on my radar!
The turn singles are the ticket!
Ironically I already broke one of them - I don't feel they are the best for this machine anymore. It seems like a good idea to just take them off when not needed, but not that easy actually. I will replace with more robust type
Nice bike!
That faring is the most beautiful fairing I could find for this bike but I can’t justify paying 1000 dollars for it 😂
Can you send the link or tell me what company makes the fairing?
id also love to know where this stuning fairing comes from and does that dash plate come withthe fairing.
Great build. What brand are the plugin indicators?
Click N Ride
@@ironhorsedr6505 Cheers!
Could you add a mods list with product names in the description? Thank you from Dallas
Where to buy (link) the removable flash lights, please?
Click-n-ride turn signals
Do the muffler mate
Big performance upgrade
It's on my list - for sure - but not near the top!
did you add the fork clamps or did it come with that thanks ?
I added the fork clamps
Bigger foot pegs is a must for me? I have to assume you’re going to do that if you mentioned it in the video I missed it sorry
Yes! Me too - not in the video. This bike currently has pivot pegs installed
What company makes that front fairing?
It is Britania - out of Canada
What's the make and model of your Fairing/ Windscreen? Thanks
Haling around that super heavy pipe will likely break your bike a super bike pipe is what you want the frame will now support more luggage
In progress :)
looks you got the "LOW Comfort" seat, what cover option do you have and why? all carbon fiber or carbon side/gripper top.
Well to be honest I didn't really have a choice about the cover since covid was messing with availability so I got LOW Comfort [Seat Option: Foam & Cover Kit] [Cover Option: Carbon Fiber Sides / Low Slip Top. Which as it turns out is just fine!
Hey guys. What’s the name/manufacturer of the fairing?
Needs a third wheel for an honest expedition. More carry ability.
Russia had those to carry anti-tank missiles, a hard-point to hold
machine-gun, and two armed soldiers addition to the operator.
Oh, and it has a reverse gear,
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Do you have a link for the turn signals please?
What headlight and dash board is that?
Those fork boots look shorter than stock. Are they aftermarket?
Yes aftermarket shorter because of the fork brace
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... the acervis fuel thank too :))
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Where's the other boot? I see 3 on the shelf.
No suspension mods?
Yes - cogent shock rear (its amazing) and some dampers on the front with new springs
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What is your front fender?
UFO - generic. Need to drill extra holes to make it fit - not really a problem
@@BrentCoker thanks Brent! Awesome build btw!
Mine stalls on the freeway, and its pissing me right off.
The Philadelphia police force use it too.
for me , all the electronics kinda defeat the point
We don't want to look at you just the bike.
Looks like you need to ride way too clean for a DR650 wow ride it this bike will do alot of stuff not just look good clean chain is new. Plastic chain guide hasn't been rubbed other than chain being installed. Prove the bike is for riding not for bike show!