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Would you say NX500 or CB500X is better for this setup due to windshield and fairings?

Hey nice bike! I just got an F650GS and I was wondering which windshield that was... doesn't look like mine. Looks nicer.

How tall are you? Picking one up soon, but havent seen it yet... comfortable for you? thx!

I appreciate these sentiments. I have no interest in new motorcycles. I’m perfectly happy with my 2006 Suzuki 650 Vstrom.

Thanks for sharing,this ist why we ride , wonderful Landscape nice weather and allmost No Traffic,

Windscreen is ruining the viewing experience. I like your CB500 rides as it did not have the windscreen.

No you are wrong... Im sorry to tell you. This happened back in 2004 when bike was new. After gthe first software update, official bmw, this solved. So in total you need to go to a bmw dealer and do the updates. 2 in total I have done the first 2 years of ownership. After the 2 updates you ll riding a different machine...(solves many other issues like no power on mid revs e.tc)

cheers pal ,loved the film ,so all said and done do you love the bike? x

Love my 2003 Dakar GS. I just put a GPR exhaust on it sounds pretty mean lol.

This procedure is described in the owner's manual for G650gs.. When I start, hands off the throttle, count 1-2-3 holding down the starter button, then release. Idle should be 1500. If it is, you're good. Note the idle will be higher 1750 if you skip the 123...and then you know you did it wrong.

Hey, I’ve seen some of your videos and I really like them but I have this question… How have you installed the garmin base on your machine, I have the same bmw but not the Dakar model and it’s really hard to find how to wire it properly. I’m from Swiss too btw

Can confirm the hot restart issue with the F650GS model around year 2000. Not all have the issue (owned 2 the same f650gs). Only happens on hot restart. For me it helps to just let the bike sit for approx 5+ seconds after ignition on to let the bikes MMS intialize. Then restart. Restart fail gone. The other slightly different problem variant is when it happens to restart without the 5+ sec initialize wait. It won't run idle, just dies unless the gas is kept at around 1500+ rpm. The one f650gs that has this problem also had significant more torque 😮 compared to the other I owner at the same time. Never figured out whyv exactly. Without owning 2 F650s GS at the same time I would never have noticed the torque difference. Guessed the MMS firmware has a different fuel curve.

nice

Watched out of curiosity, cause I own the same bike, but never had stall issues (owner from 2006 130k km in the clock). Right from the start I got used to hold on to the starter button for longer in order for the bike to start, cause otherwise it often failed to start, so maybe that is why I never had such an issue.

Очень красивые места у вас

Now that’s biking. Measured pace, pure joy. I can almost smell the grass.

👍💙

Any suggestions for someone who wants to purchase a bike for daily driving and what to expect when is a rainy day? Like is it really annoying or is something one needs to get used to?

Очень красиво! Большое удовольствие наверное покататься по таким местам.

Hi l. Enjoyable video. Can't wait to get my f650gs back from repair to start riding. What screen setup is this you have? Is it succesful for wind deflection ?

Wow nice vlog bro keep going im your new subscribers

not gonna lie i kinda miss the good ol cb500F. all the vids you did on it made me want one and i was going to get one, but then i got switched onto the ktm 390 adv. which ill hopefully pick up sometime soon. love the vids as always, keep em coming :D

Thank you. I love this ride. This is your best one. Narrow lanes and tight turns and that thumping engine a life experience to be remembered. Going to unfamiliar places, getting lost, great views and a great u-turn. Beautiful destination. Peace. Be well, ride safe.

beautifull Swiss landscape, the monument looks like a smaller version of the Walhalla near Regensburg.

Hello! How many kilometers have on your bike? Did you have change the water pump or have any problems with the motorcycle? I have a bmw f650 gs 2007 single, twin spark for a year and 39k on board ( 7k rided by me) and 2 weeks ago the water pump broke and coolant mixed with oil. Nice videos!

The same happens very often with G650x models. I tried to hold on to starter button as you say on my g650xCh but it doesn’t work. I just spend a little time after starting the engine to let it warm up with the help of turning the throttle sligthy after about 15 seconds from startup. Seems like the ECU is trying to switch to ‚normal’ running mode but has issues with it before reaching engine temps that are programmed.

Missed your content. Feels like riding with a buddy while enjoying the scenery and riding bikes

Good to see you back and riding through your beautiful country. Glad you found a place where you can get the accessories you need to ride safely. Looking forward to your new adventures. Take care and ride safe.

Sem dúvida. A Himalayan 450 seria a única mota nova que poderia considerar. Por uma questão de estilo pessoal mas também de preço. Uma como a tua que adoro usada ou pagar um pouco mais e por uma Himalayan nova e com garantia, deixa-me a pensar.... Abraço e curvas seguras.

I jumped on the 650 bandwagon. I live in the Rockies of Colorado and I'm looking forward to taking it out (purchased on a weekend - no plates yet) and running it through the paces. Great vid, and such beautiful scenery!

Nice bike, nice country!

One question, is good for travel?

4:40 The solution is to hold the start button for 3-5 seconds, even if the motor starts right away. There. I saved you almost 9 tedious minutes.

4:40 The solution is to hold the start button for 3-5 seconds, even if the motor starts right away. There. I saved you almost 9 tedious minutes.

4:40 The solution is to hold the start button for 3-5 seconds, even if the motor starts right away. There. I saved you almost 9 tedious minutes. What a horrible video.

getting my f650gs this monthend. super stoked!

Also got one, in yellow! Sometimes I would have about 2100rpm when I depress the clutch but still rolling; only after complete standstill it would drop to 1400. What helps indeed is letting the computer figure it all out at start-up: start your engine and don't touch your gas lever until all the lights have disappeared and the rpm has dropped to idling. For sure similar to holding the start button for 3-5 seconds!

Great video. You rode it just right 👍

Top of the world 😇🤪

The road is quiet....nice ride motorcycle....different in my country...

How many miles/km has your bike now?

Hallo, volle Zustimmung bezüglich Konsumgesellschaft.Ich kann mich auch nicht von meiner F650GS trennen ,ist einfach ein Multitool mit Motor 😅 Binn letztes Jahr eine Benelli trk 502 probegefahren und war angenehm überrascht was man für ca. 5-6 Neu! bekommen kann.Meine Meinung ist ,es geht doch um den Spaß am fahren.Das Motorrad ist nur das Werkzeug dazu . Grüße aus dem Schwabenland.

Well said! It absolutely makes sense.👍

boas, moto aquece muito? tem tendencia a andar com o ventilador do radiador ligado?, cumprimentos

Thanks for the tire talk. Lots to choose from for street or off road or dual use. It all depends on where you ride. And yes budget. Thanks for the ride. Have a great new year. Be well ride safe.

Дружище привет с Новым годом здоровье и прекрасных мото приключений

Nice bike, I bought mine a few days ago! 2005 bmw f650 gs Dakar. Quick question: the stickers on the switches are all faded out, do you know if and where they sell the replacements? I found some online but only for the newer versions… thanks!

Thanks for the video, I have one of these bikes, does on your just the rear ABS work if you try lock the rear wheel at slow speed, my front ABS works but at slow speed my rear does not

Thanks for putting the information out. Glad it worked for you. Enjoyed the ride. Have a great new year. Be well ride safe.