@@alexjohnson3696 Hi again Alex. I suggest you may want to get a test ride on one first if you can. I have ridden a number of Drz 400s, (and their Kawasaki stablemates), and they are are almost at opposing ends of the dual sport segment. I will explain further... The SWM is a lot closer to a full blown enduro race bike, like say a KTM 500 or similar, than it is to the DRZ type of heavy, stable trail bikes. It is a lot more powerful, and deceptively fast when you open it up, and quite tall to accommodate the long travel suspension too. Would almost certainly not be as comfortable for long days in the saddle as your current machine should think. Horses for courses Alex. It all depends on the types of riding you mostly intend to do. Cheers, ride safe
I just got one awesome bike really good value. Great suspension great handling excellent power, what a blast to ride. Absolutely love my new swm rs500r.. feels good on the tarmac enough power for long distances.
Excellent summary of the bike's capabilities off the tarmac. The countryside looks to be be in very good shape too and you capture its beauty very well. Seat? Comfortable for a 188cm rider or would you have to sit too far back for comfort.? This is an important consideration as if we're talking adveture bike, as well as off road, that concept also includes long hours on the bike travelling to get somewhere else.
Hi Steve, I definitely wouldn't be buying this bike if long hours on the tarmac are involved. Horses for courses, as the old saying goes, there are plenty of better options for that purpose. The SWM is better mainly as a serious point and shoot off road weapon with the occasional bit of bitumen thrown in. All the modern high end enduro bikes from the big brands are suitable for tall riders; shorter riders may need to fit a lowering link.
th-cam.com/video/VStaAD8zwPM/w-d-xo.htmlsi=MNHzG9VmmMnsLV4Q Take a look at this video, SWM RS500R Long Term Test. It will definitely answer your questions
Sure is Don, where are you from? We are blessed for diversity of riding country in Australia, particularly in Victoria, as there is everything from mountains to desert, 😀
Hey mate, Bendigo local here. What was the track name for the rheola range you went up? You commented on the view up there top. Looks like a good spot for an explore. Also there is a nice challenging track to the top of mt moliagul to if you can find it 👌
Take a look at one of my Benelli videos, that track is on it 😃 Let me know any others you think 🤔 of though, always up for a challenge. I'm currently shooting bike videos on Asia at the moment
@@mototouro just watched the benelli video, that’s not the track I’m referring to sorry mate. There’s one that literally pops out at the top from quite thick bush. I had to winch my patrol twice to get to the top 😥 probably not a hill for the benelli haha great video none the less
@@mototouro once you take the main dirt track to the top the track is off to the left in the trees. If you have a look on google satellite maps you can actually see it snake it’s way to the top
Really interested in the bike. I have a Tuareg 660 and I'm looking for something that can do more technical trails that I can lift without help. 2 questions: how does it do on the tarmac at about 100km (need to use the tarmac to get to the trails)? And, how loud is it (trying to save what hearing I still have)? Thanks for the video on this intriguing bike. Can't beat the price.
Hi Mike, The SWM is fine to cruise on at 100kph. Virtually bulletproof Husqvarna design with modern ignition etc. Have a look in both my SWM videos as I do bitumen sections in both of those. Standard twin exhaust are not overly loud, I too don't like noisy bikes and it's fine. Has lovely throaty note when under hard acceleration. The replacement Arrow single muffler/exhaust is noticeably louder I'm told. Enjoy 😃
Hi Brett, glad you enjoyed it, where are you from? As for pillion pegs, af1racing.com has them for $126usd. Might need to upgrade the rear shock spring to cope though. I have just ordered a new one for mine as the original lost tension and is now out of spec for rider and static sag🤔
Hi Life outdoors With the type of riding in the video, will get around 75- 80 miles (130km), no problem. The dealer recommended using 95 octane fuel which I have found it runs well on
@AWAY4K I watched all the reviews I can. Ive put down my heard-earned on the last one in Qld. Also bought a safari tank and already bought a 2nd hand Husky seat and side panels... Now I have to sell 2 x KTM 625s and like you, a Beta 300RR... ill be in front$ 🤣
Hi Grantley Definitely still have the TRK, and yes it will almost certainly remain in my stable for a long time to come. I am overseas atm, but looking forward to getting out on the big Benelli again when I'm back in Australia 🇦🇺 Would love to do the 'big circuit', ride it all the way around the country, camping out and visiting beautiful locations along the way 😀
@AWAY4K thanx. Been studying your trk. I Put me details down for a test ride on the trk 800, a snappy colourfully looking bike. If it goes well, I m up for it.
@Grantley Teakle Have they quoted a price on the 800 yet? I expect it will be somewhere similar to the CFMoto. And that, unfortunately, could spell the end of cheap quality adventure motorcycles from China if the trend is heading that way.
I literally bought my 300 because it was brand new at a second hand price. I had about $6k to spend and when I saw the SWM for $8k I managed to find and extra $2k. I didn’t get the house painted, but I don’t care 😎
They are great value for money. A few $ spent with a good suspension tuner, and perhaps a power commander, or similar, would put this bike right up with the big brands, and still be an absolute bargain 😃 Thanks again for your comments Rob 👍
For more great SWM RS 500R videos click here
th-cam.com/play/PLWJOGatnmYHG_8bSyKww_wXjJ556FVbLH.html
I love your video, thanks for sharing
And thank you for watching Alex.
Much appreciated 😃
@@mototouro I’m looking for a modern replacement for my DRZ400 and this may be the one :-)
@@alexjohnson3696 Hi again Alex.
I suggest you may want to get a test ride on one first if you can.
I have ridden a number of Drz 400s, (and their Kawasaki stablemates), and they are are almost at opposing ends of the dual sport segment.
I will explain further...
The SWM is a lot closer to a full blown enduro race bike, like say a KTM 500 or similar, than it is to the DRZ type of heavy, stable trail bikes.
It is a lot more powerful, and deceptively fast when you open it up, and quite tall to accommodate the long travel suspension too.
Would almost certainly not be as comfortable for long days in the saddle as your current machine should think.
Horses for courses Alex. It all depends on the types of riding you mostly intend to do.
Cheers, ride safe
I just got one awesome bike really good value. Great suspension great handling excellent power, what a blast to ride. Absolutely love my new swm rs500r.. feels good on the tarmac enough power for long distances.
You summed it up pretty well Trevor, thanks for the input 😀
Should be top speed test coming in next few days, so keep an eye 👁 out for that one.
@@mototouro
You still have std gearing.
I was on a 690 enduro. I'm surprised. How much more I'm loving the swm .
@Trevor Ward yes still standard gearing as it suits the local terrain well. Top speed is fast enough as you will see in video uploading right now 😉
Excellent summary of the bike's capabilities off the tarmac. The countryside looks to be be in very good shape too and you capture its beauty very well. Seat? Comfortable for a 188cm rider or would you have to sit too far back for comfort.? This is an important consideration as if we're talking adveture bike, as well as off road, that concept also includes long hours on the bike travelling to get somewhere else.
Hi Steve,
I definitely wouldn't be buying this bike if long hours on the tarmac are involved.
Horses for courses, as the old saying goes, there are plenty of better options for that purpose.
The SWM is better mainly as a serious point and shoot off road weapon with the occasional bit of bitumen thrown in.
All the modern high end enduro bikes from the big brands are suitable for tall riders; shorter riders may need to fit a lowering link.
What is the fuel consumption when driving like this?
th-cam.com/video/VStaAD8zwPM/w-d-xo.htmlsi=MNHzG9VmmMnsLV4Q
Take a look at this video, SWM RS500R Long Term Test.
It will definitely answer your questions
I have an RS500R so happy with it, If you need some one to ride with let me know!
Great video's and honest input of an honest bike.
Thanks Adam
Hoping to do a follow-up video on that bike soon if I get time. Looking forward to getting on it again as it's been a while 😀
Where are you located Adam?
@@mototouro west Melbourne, not far from Ballarat
Looks like amazing riding there eh? Nice wide trails and scenery. 👍
Sure is Don, where are you from?
We are blessed for diversity of riding country in Australia, particularly in Victoria, as there is everything from mountains to desert, 😀
@@mototouro From Canada Eh😂
Hey mate, Bendigo local here. What was the track name for the rheola range you went up? You commented on the view up there top. Looks like a good spot for an explore.
Also there is a nice challenging track to the top of mt moliagul to if you can find it 👌
Turn off the Rheola Arnold road onto pigeon road, you will see the range and access track on your left inside 1km.
Enjoy, great view on a clear day, 👌
Take a look at one of my Benelli videos, that track is on it 😃
Let me know any others you think 🤔 of though, always up for a challenge.
I'm currently shooting bike videos on Asia at the moment
@@mototouro just watched the benelli video, that’s not the track I’m referring to sorry mate. There’s one that literally pops out at the top from quite thick bush. I had to winch my patrol twice to get to the top 😥 probably not a hill for the benelli haha great video none the less
@@willreed6231 lol, that sounds awesome, 😃 can you give me a little more detail, would love to have a go on the big S
@@mototouro once you take the main dirt track to the top the track is off to the left in the trees. If you have a look on google satellite maps you can actually see it snake it’s way to the top
Really interested in the bike. I have a Tuareg 660 and I'm looking for something that can do more technical trails that I can lift without help. 2 questions: how does it do on the tarmac at about 100km (need to use the tarmac to get to the trails)? And, how loud is it (trying to save what hearing I still have)? Thanks for the video on this intriguing bike. Can't beat the price.
Hi Mike,
The SWM is fine to cruise on at 100kph. Virtually bulletproof Husqvarna design with modern ignition etc. Have a look in both my SWM videos as I do bitumen sections in both of those.
Standard twin exhaust are not overly loud, I too don't like noisy bikes and it's fine. Has lovely throaty note when under hard acceleration.
The replacement Arrow single muffler/exhaust is noticeably louder I'm told.
Enjoy 😃
Enjoyable video, especially the history tour. Is it possible to add pillion pegs to the rs500r?
Hi Brett, glad you enjoyed it, where are you from?
As for pillion pegs, af1racing.com has them for $126usd. Might need to upgrade the rear shock spring to cope though. I have just ordered a new one for mine as the original lost tension and is now out of spec for rider and static sag🤔
@@mototouro I’m from Victoria, Australia. Where can I look at coil upgrades? Thanks.
@Bret Leversha Small Coil Rewinds, Geelong, Victoria 0352788454
Should be able to help you out Bret 😀
How many miles per tank of gas???
Hi Life outdoors
With the type of riding in the video, will get around 75- 80 miles (130km), no problem. The dealer recommended using 95 octane fuel which I have found it runs well on
Think Ill have to get me one...
Safari tank and Seat Concepts seat.....
Take a look at the more recent video on my channel.
Much more in-depth review Shieldsy.
SWM RS500R long-term review 👌
@AWAY4K I watched all the reviews I can. Ive put down my heard-earned on the last one in Qld. Also bought a safari tank and already bought a 2nd hand Husky seat and side panels...
Now I have to sell 2 x KTM 625s and like you, a Beta 300RR... ill be in front$ 🤣
@shieldsymusic lol, awesome 👌
Just watched your spilt milk video, it's excellent, you should do more. 😃
Did you get rid of the trk 502 x , or did u just add to the stable.
Hi Grantley
Definitely still have the TRK, and yes it will almost certainly remain in my stable for a long time to come.
I am overseas atm, but looking forward to getting out on the big Benelli again when I'm back in Australia 🇦🇺
Would love to do the 'big circuit', ride it all the way around the country, camping out and visiting beautiful locations along the way 😀
@AWAY4K thanx. Been studying your trk. I Put me details down for a test ride on the trk 800, a snappy colourfully looking bike. If it goes well, I m up for it.
@Grantley Teakle Have they quoted a price on the 800 yet?
I expect it will be somewhere similar to the CFMoto.
And that, unfortunately, could spell the end of cheap quality adventure motorcycles from China if the trend is heading that way.
@@mototouro no. No.price as yet. Just sign up and wait.
Hi mate how do you find it at high speeds on the bitumen.
Solid as a rock Scott, new video coming soon will show that 😀
Surprisingly versatile bike
I literally bought my 300 because it was brand new at a second hand price.
I had about $6k to spend and when I saw the SWM for $8k I managed to find and extra $2k.
I didn’t get the house painted, but I don’t care 😎
They are great value for money. A few $ spent with a good suspension tuner, and perhaps a power commander, or similar, would put this bike right up with the big brands, and still be an absolute bargain 😃 Thanks again for your comments Rob 👍
Found part 2
Hopefully, time permitting, will be doing an updated review on the Big S soon Shane
@@mototouro Sounds great Mike! I'm very much looking forward to viewing it if you get the chance! 🥳🙏