[riverjet502]

Just curious as to any opinions on the DR650SE. Good or Bad here's your chance guys.

 

[Guest]

Pretty good bike, but not as good as the KLR650.

 

[riverjet502]

OK.... So why is the Kaw better in your opinion? Reason I am asking is I have stumbled across a 2001 with 700 miles on it. The fellow wants $3400. The dealer here sells a new one for cash at $4600. He is also a Kaw dealer. Lust looking at opinions is all

Thanks......

 

[Guest]

Lust looking at opinions is all

Yeah, me too. :lol: (Freudian slip?)

Though the Kawasaki is somewhat heavier, it has quite a few benefits IMHO.
Liquid cooling, 6+gallons of gas, decent rack and suspension, and it's a true AC/DC (dirt or street). It's list price is generally equal to the DR650, and can sometimes be had even cheaper. The only real problem I have with the Kaw is that the cheap plastic gets chalky looking after just a little time in the elements. (That's been a Kawasaki problem for a looooong time.)

 

[vstrombc]

I had a DR650 - great bike - WAY smoother than the KLR - WAY sportier handling - similar power The DR felt more refined and was reliable for the 25,000 km I put on it.

Try them both - you'll see what I mean.