Kawasaki KLR 650 vs. Suzuki V Strom 650 DEATHMATCH! o
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- We pit the Kawasaki KLR 650 against the Suzuki V Strom 650 in a BRUTALLY HONEST Middleweight ADV Motorcycle Deathmatch! We review both bikes' strengths and weaknesses to answer which of these inexpensive, reliable, and capable bikes is right for YOUR adventure motorcycling riding style!
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It just occurred to me that I've watched more of your videos than most in category because your aren't an obnoxious narcisist. Your humble tone, low key delivery and the way you disclose your biases really make you stand out. I was prompted to write this because I looked to the column of recommended videos on this and automatically sighed and thought, "Interesting topic, but I don't think I have the mental energy to tolerate listening to that guy. hmm same for that guy, and that one."
Agreed and well said.
Really well said. It's nice to listen to someone who believes other people can have opinions too.
More actual info and opinion than any other reviewers -- I wonder whether all of this is written down beforehand
Yep, wife material :P | OH eddit . No homo :)
Bullseye!
I’ve owned both. LOVE the KLR but the Vstrom allows for long trips on the freeway. That’s super important to me.
I just picked my 2nd KLR to replace my DL 650. The previous owner couldn't have done better with performance mods to make the KLR more streetable. The KLX carb mod, Eagle Mike's fork brace, Cogent suspension, FMJ exhaust, larger front braker rotor, steel braided brake lines, Tusk front crash bars, dirt trail rear crash bars, mirrors... This bike will do 100+mph no problem and it cruises nicely at 75-80mph. At 92mph I was only turning 5krpm.
For me the reason I prefer the KLR over the DL 650 is simplicity of maintenance. I live in a condo without a garage so I my maintenance is done in the parking lot. I replaced the valve shims on my old KLR in my parking spot in a morning and a stator on another morning. I wouldn't attempt the valve shims on the vStrom in the parking lot. The bike is harder to get into and there twice as much of everything when you open it up.
I had actually planned on by a new Royal Enfield Himalayan to reduce maintenance even more. The schedule is 5X more than the KLR on valve sets but its easier to do.
Took my DL650 into the backroads for the first time after many thousands of miles on pavement; started climbing a mountain service road and the “tractor factor” just wouldn’t stop. I reached the top and a group of dual sport riders on shiny new KTMs where scratching their heads at my choice. My ‘08 has cast wheels and my rear tread was past the wear indicators.
What a bike!
As soon as I saw the BMW R1200 GS I knew I wanted one, as soon as I saw the price tag I knew I want a Suzuki DL 1000 V Strom
LOL Perfect!
That happened to me. I do have a DL1000
The DL is a great road bike, a GS it is not . I bought an 05 and it is a good road ADV. One of the most reliable motorcycles of all time.
Exactly my experience too! 👍
Dude how the hell do you only have 40k subs? The production quality on your videos is so many lightyears above every.single.one of the 400k+ vloggers.
Yeah, he's that damn good in his videos.
Its 58k now, still WAY lower than it should be based on production value in his videos and content quality.
64k now
Loudandwhat? 295k now
Views yes, but 65k subs.
This is a fair and accurate review. I have both a Vstrom 650 and a KLR-650. I've put over 20,000 miles or more on each of both machines - including completing much of the Continental Divide Route on the KLR (that included with a cross-country trip) and a cross-country trip on the Vstrom. They are two very different machines, meant for different purposes.
Key Points:
KLR:
- far better off-road machine (higher ground clearance, longer suspension travel, lighter)
- terrible stock suspension if you weigh over 200lbs. I replaced mine with aftermarket springs (both front and rear).
- single-cylinder engine generates a lot of vibration; machine will literally shake itself to pieces if you don't locktite all of your bolts and continually check on trips to make sure everything is tight
- tires have tubes in them, they are a pain to fix a flat.
- low horsepower means that if you're tall (I'm 6'4"), you're going to have difficulty riding at speeds over 75 MPH. This is a big deal when, for example, travelling on roads in the U.S. West.
- Engine NOT bulletproof. Build quality is not as good as Suzuki, Honda, or Yamaha.
- 300 miles in a day on the KLR (for me) is like a 500 mile day on the Vstrom in terms of fatigue.
Vstrom
- Plenty of power, very smooth engine, easy to travel long distances per day.
- Stock suspension just fine for one-up long distance travelling with a full load.
- Very fun to ride, can carve the twisties with (or better) than any bike on the market.
- Fine on gravel roads and high-quality dirt roads. In the rough stuff, the KLR is better.
Zulu Charlie Very good insight!
Zulu Charlie
A couple of other points I'd like to add:
The KLR has well-known mechanical issues that Kawasaki has never addressed in the 25+ year history of the KLR that include:
- The "doohickey" (aka, the balancer chain adjustor) is prone to breakage resulting in serious engine damage. Aftermarket companies produce replacement doohickey parts that are stronger than the stock part. Google it - the large majority of KLR owners will recommend that you replace this part immediately (even on a new bike) as their failure is well documented on the internet. With a little googling, you'll find many examples of doohickey failure on bikes with only a few thousand miles on them.
- Weak subframe bolts that are prone to breakage. Aftermarket companies offer stronger bolts and it is recommended that you replace these bolts if you're setting your KLR up for adventure travel (i.e. carrying a load of stuff).
The fact that Kawasaki hasn't addressed these issues since the KLR650 was first sold in the U.S. in 1987 is.....to me......unforgivable. To me, it just indicates a lack of respect on behalf of Kawasaki towards its customers. For this reason alone, I wouldn't recommend the KLR. If someone wanted a KLR-type bike (simple technology, carbureted, off-road oriented, light), I'd recommend looking at the Suzuki DR650 or one of its smaller single-cylinder displacement bikes (i.e. the DR-Z400).
Another tip for KLR owners:
- You have to be very careful to keep the chain loose, even looser than spec. The KLR has quite a bit of rear suspension travel. If you chain isn't loose enough, when the rear suspension compresses and the swingarm swings to form a straight line through the front sprocket, the swingarm pivot point, and the rear axle, the chain can become VERY tight and place a load on the front sprocket that is capable of causing premature failure of the countershaft bearing. Ask me how I know :) Many dealers/motorcycle shops who work on your bike will adjust the chain to street bike specs which is far tighter than the KLR chain needs to be - especially if you tall/heavy and/or carry a load for long-distance travel. I had my tired changed by a dealer, I didn't check the chain tension, and after only 50-100 miles, the countershaft bearing failed. This is a major repair that requires complete engine disassembly and splitting the crankcase to replace the bearing.
@@zulucharlie5244 Another sign of disrespect for KLR owners: the tendency to suck oil when revved over 5000, like when going 70+ mph for a while. One good solution then is a 685 piston and bore job. Big job, but bike is then MUCH smoother, a bit more powerful and uses very little oil.
Why smoother? This is the disrespect thing: when Kaw boosted the bike from 600cc to 650, long ago, they ended up with a heavier piston but did nothing to counterbalance that ! The 685 piston from Eagle Mike weighed significantly less than the Kaw stock 650 piston; I weighed both and phoned Mike who explained that it weighs about the same as the original 600 piston so the piston is NOW balanced like it was supposed to be!
I've ridden an old KLR down to Tierra del Fuego; it was OK and got the job done. But the 2011 model has much better wind protection; very little buffeting esp with the National Cycle windshield I use. However when I bought the 2011, I had no way to know how much mechanical time I'd end up spending on the bike. Heck, it was like owning a mid-60's British bike again !
After scores of hours fixing and upgrading much of the bike, it now works better than any KLR should. A Japanese kit-bike !
Good review. After 10 years with at 99 klr (never let me down), 50000km over eastern Canada and US i purchased a vstrom. I agree with your conclusions. I still have my klr in the garage waiting for a friend from New Zealand to come in the fall and head to Northern Ontario and Pennsylvania but until then the vstrom and i (plus some friends) are heading to Newfoundland and Labrador in July. Both bikes are great, the vstrom is much more comfortable but wouldn't want to push it out of a mudhole. Thanks Rob Leach Ontario, Canada
Man, I'm four minutes in and I feel like this is one cool dude. Outstanding review and production. You've earned a subscriber.
Just picked up a 650Vstrom and after 3 days I love it ! I have been riding for over 50 years and owned over 40 bikes, (Yeah, a geezer) but have
fallen in love with this thing. Not the fastest but fast enough, not the best off road but for this trail rider it;s just fine. It seems to do a bunch of
things well and so far I am pleased as hell.
Well made video and perfectly reasonable. I currently own a 2012 V Strom DL650a ABS and, aside from some wind buffeting, it's a great bang for the buck bike. I rarely go off road, but could....if I got the engine protection and proper tires fitted. It's got 85% of the functionality of a GS 1200 for half the cost, with better gas mileage and lower maintenance.
+johnny mars Ahhh you're making me jealous... someday I'll have one :)
+johnny mars Been thinking about a V Strom 650, also a 2012 (the orange one). I have one at the dealer I work. It has like 45,000 miles. Do you think at that point, if it has been decently taken care of, worth getting?
Try Aprilia mirrors to minimize wind buffeting, they worked great on my Strom. You can find them on Amazon for as low as $15 a pair.
Otter Get Up and Ride Well, consider this - here in Israel there are plenty of VStrom 650s who have passed the 100k mile mark without any problem, so yeah - 45k isn't a lot
So the reality is that with BMW you pay for the name. There is no such thing as legendary quality on any off road bike. They all break. However a DL650 and a KLR650 will be cheaper to repair and more likely easier to do field repairs. I will be getting a DL650 to add to my stable in the future.
Great review man! I've often wondered this comparison myself, I'm glad you decided to make a video on it.
I never really comment on videos, but really great video and commentary. Very honest, helpful and straightforward. subscribed
Jake Moose Thanks Jake! Hopefully you enjoy future videos coming to the chan chan!
Great vid as usual. Your production skills keep getting better and better with each video!
These are the two exact motorcycles i'm considering getting next. Thanks so much for the awesome video!
+jerne00123 Very glad to help! Any thoughts as to what you'll pick up?
this was great! I've been watching your vids for a couple years. but right now this is my exact situation!
I was leaving toward VStrom and I think your assessment pushed me over the edge. thanks for what you do!
An excellent and balanced review - I'm in my 60s and have been riding since age 16- recently sold my R1200 GS and picked up a 2019 V Strom 650XT and am loving the experience. Whether newly minted or highly experienced rider, the Vstrom is forgiving in use and perfectly capable to keeping up with the most experienced rider...My overall sense of the bike is that its 15 years of production and continuous improvement delivers driver confidence..which in turn translates to rider engagement- I usually shut the bike off with a big grin on my face. While most of my riding is tarmac, the off road capability is a real advantage in real-world pot-holed roads and windy country roads. Having a smaller bike than the GS with a really remarkable engine means I just point and go. An unintended benefit is the strong world-wide community of owners. Enjoyed the video- keep at it!
Nice video and great review. I tried searching your channel but couldn't find anything, but would love to see you do the same review with the DR650 vs the KLR.
MotardSteve dr 650 Kick ass!!
I just got my 07 V Strom DL650 on the road today, and love it!
Hi Tyler, I've been watching your channel religiously for 7 years now, and still, I keep going back and rewatching videos like these. Thanks for all of the great content. You are the reason I bought an 08 klr in 2017.
Regards from South Africa
That price tag "nope" for the BMW to Vstrom got an instant subscribe out of me!
MoleculeXmolecule lol! It almost got an instant V-Strom out of me :D
Took my DL560 Strom from Vladivostok to London.
And? How was it?
My dream is to do a trip from Spain to Moscow
I have serious doubts you done that... First of all I don't know any DL 560. XD
Excellent review dude!!! Loved the camera work!!
MrDuhfactor Thanks sir! I can't wait to film you on Katsumi and ELLLLLLL DIABLO!
Just found your channel. Top shelf stuff. Script is well thought out and easy to follow/listen to with just the right balance of figures and personal experience while the video is just what we like to see....bikes riding off road with excellent angles, quality of picture, etc. Thanks for all your hard work. From the Uk.
Tyler,
After a 20 year hiatus off 2 wheels, I have once again gotten the bug. After seeing your videos I decided a 2015 650 V-Strom adventure would be my new ride. I love it.
I only wish I had your roads to ride on. But it's great to be back on the saddle nonetheless.
Thanks for the great videos, and safe travels.
***** Excellent choice in bikes! When I hear of guys who've been riding for a long time I get jealous, even if they took a break. I wish I would have discovered how awesome riding was a long time ago!
Robert Cote o
I remember my first KLR. And I'm still riding it. Thing won't die.
You are really doing a great job man! Keep it up!
Your Fast Life! Thanks so much! :D
Another great video from eveRide ADV! Beautiful cinematography, excellent edit, excellent and comprehensive review. Thank you Sir!
One of the best reviews I've seen on CZcams. Great Job.
I owned a 2008 KLR 650 (first year for the new model) for 3 years. I upgraded to a 2011 DL650 with ABS. The deciding factor was highway performance, coupled with the anemic off the line performance of the KLR. I'm pretty happy with my decision, but I do toy with the idea of picking up a used KLR again now and again as a second bike. There was something about the KLR on back roads, or fire roads, that was just a lot more fun than the weestrom.
Ace12GA I might upset some KLR guys with this, but if I could go back in time I'd probably have a Vstrom and the DRZ, or even a Strom and a smaller 250. Since I've only ever expected to have one bike, the KLR and DRZ have been excellent "middle ground" bikes.
eveRide ADV Don't get me wrong, the WeeStrom is a great bike. I've been looking at the 2014 DL1000 pretty hard, as well as the 2015 Versys 1000, and I am having a really hard time going there over the DL650 I have. I might pickup a DL650XA just for the styling and the rims next year; maybe. That's more likely to happen than getting a KLR650 as a second bike.
wow, great video man. i can tell you put lots of effort in this
***** Thanks! Yeah I'm really trying to push the envelope in the production department. It takes a lot longer than what I'm used to, but hopefully things pan out in the future!
By far one of the best videos re v strom review I've seen on CZcams, kudos to you sir!
I keep finding myself rewatching these videos.The landscape and great video quality are superb.
I love comparison reviews like this. They tell you precisely what each bike's strong and weak points are, and how they handle in a variety of conditions.
DARIVS ARCHITECTVS Thanks! I hope to make more comparison reviews in the future, but bikes are scarce :)
what a beautiful landscape and a very nice storytelling video (thumbs up)
Travelmoto everywhere !
Great review, and I love your laid back tone and your open mind.
You have the best videos and reviews out there, by a long shot. Keep them coming!
Less $ for the hardware = More $$ to be able to actually use the hardware! So many stories here and in other media glorify the high priced dream machines that will remain mere dreams. The key is to actually get what you can afford that will let you afford using it and actually making memories that add to one's life, instead of just another month of sweating over a payment.
These reviews are really good. None of the big name motorcycle reviewers go this in-depth and they certainly aren't honest about the shortcomings of the bikes they compare. Keep it up!
Frickin Jim's Frickin Adventures Thanks man! If I ever get sponsored, then I'll start talking REALLY good about certain bikes ;)
Love your work bro!! Best comparo I've seen between the 2 bikes and as someone who is looking at getting their first 650 "dual sport" of some brand or other in the not too distant future, very helpful.
To: eveRide ADV. Your presentation, production, and subjective statements in this video are top notch; this is a 10/10. This video is a great example to any content creator's "how to make a great comparison video". I felt like I learned and comprehended everything I needed to know in order to understand these bikes. Thank you.
Well, you talked me into it... I'm just going to have to get them all.
Awesome review my friend! Little known fact about Shadetree surgeon... I was so close to buying a brand new KLR 650 in 99-2000 that I literally had the paper work filled out before I hanged my mind. I still wonder where Id be if I had bought that off road bike instead of continuing on with street bikes
You wouldn't be the legend you are today, though. I think you made the right choice with the recent dualsport :)
@@eveRide à
@@eveRide the multi strada? Idk if I'd open that can of worms with ol' Shade Tree. :/
I keep watching this video again and again, is that due to the hypnotic voice!. Exellent job sir, very informative.
Great video man, thanks for sharing your knowledge!
Tyler, if you haven't yet, you gotta trek up to Glacier National Park and camp by a river, the ride the Going to the Sun Road. The view is spectacular. I did that this year, and I HAVE to go back for more.
This is the absolute best product review I've ever seen!
All the talking details & actual on & off road test..
I must say.... this is the way review should be done.
bought a 2005 vstrom a month ago for long trips and things my crf250l does not like to do..still have both bikes, but cannot wait to ride the strom..this video helped me out a ton in making the vstrom purchase..thanks man!
Excellent review! I have a Vstrom 650 and my father had a KLR, we went to Alaska and back and we've come to exactly the same conclusions as you, you hit the nail right on the head!
Great video! I love the look and off road worthiness of the KLR, but since I ride on road a lot, the DL is probably a better choice and I’m happy to hear it’ll probably take the gravel and mild dirt roads I occasionally encounter. Best video on these bikes. Thank you!!
the winner is the Suzuki DR 650
Yup. What a great bike!
Best comparison and review on the tube so far! Keep it up...
Some of this footage is so beautiful. Looks like you've been practicing with your quadcopter some more :) Thanks for the fair review of each bike. Personally, I think I'll be going lighter and smaller for the next dirt bike.
9:04 this is the quality motorcycle content i'm here for ♥
Dude speaks the truth, forget brand loyalty, go with what fits you and your needs. I have a Suzuki Hayabusa, Kawasaki KLR 650, Harley Road Glide, and a Honda Helix (250 scooter for those unfamiliar). Each bike has a different purpose, and are all very different. Forget brand, I enjoy each bike for what they are, not for who made them.
Been riding since 1978, and learn a lot from your reviews. Excellent work.
That was a very helpful comparison. Very well put together. Thanks
Long way round was my inspiration as well. I bought a DR 650 then 2 years later upgraded to a DL 650 V-Strom. Absolutely love the Strom.
Well, I was looking for a good V Strom 650 video and here I found it. Thanks for this AWESOME video! Now I will buy the V Strom!
+DrumsandOther Thanks for the kind words! You're gonna love the Stom :)
Amazing review. Love your approach to the evaluation. I am a DL1000 owner and I love the power and multi function ability. Where I live it’s mostly oilwell roads scattered amongst the really crappy flat paved roads (Oklahoma). I would love to get out to the areas like you were in and play with the strom to see how it handles
Been watching some of your vids and enjoy your style and seemingly candid opinions, but the video quality is great!
Your play list is rolling everyday when I'm at work.
+Ben Potter Man THANK YOU so much!!!
Hi there,
is it possible, You'll check V-Strom XT? :)
From the conclusion of this great video i think, the XT is more your tipe of bike! :)
Keep doing what you do, we love to watch! ;)
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Thank you for your review, I think for my needs, mostly on sealed roads with some shingle roads and very little trails, the Vstrom will be an ideal bike for my future needs.
You're such a goofball! And i love it! Watching your videos is always a treat, and this is about the 30th time I've watched this one.
Now This is a comparison review that tells what you want to know to choose a popular mid-size dual sport with confidence. Awesome review!
A nice comparison there. I think you made the right choice with the DRZ too. For most people there are long highway miles to get to dirt to explore and adventure on. So for people like us, buy a Tiger:)
Wow,I just discovered your channel and absolutely loved it. Great video. Subscribed and liked. TWO THUMBS UP!!!
I hate that I've only now discovered your channel. Excellent content!
I have ridden a v-strom 650, and the power is incredible; great low end torque but also a very potent mid range and excellent top end power. Basically lots of power everywhere. The bike is a truly great street bike and handling is superb. But it's not a good trail bike! The KLR kills it off road in my opinion.
How many miles have you put on a V-strom? According to this test, you're wrong. I'll go with this test.
The DL1000 and the 650 are very different. I believe the DL1000 is very much an 80/20 without too much mod. The 650 was way easier to fling around off road. The two up on the DL1000 is considerably better than the 650.
Such an informative video! I will likely never own either or anything even in this genre of motorcycle- but I love hearing comparisons and analysis of how different things effect a bike. Great video!
Really nice footage thee my friend. Great job.
I waited until the end. And as a KLR 650 owner, I'm also glad I have a DRZ 400. LOL.
Get your hands on a new Versys for a review!
alanxl HAHAHAH I know, right?! :D
Yeah, I admit it. I am biased towards the V-Strom for obvious reasons. ;-)
I think it suits my style of riding thus far, just having that extra cylinder and extra gear helps so much on the road. I have never ridden the KLR, but I have ridden the BMW GS650 and I imagine the KLR would feel similar to that on the road. The GS was my first choice when I got back into riding, but the Strom was a far better option for me after testing both and yep, the Strom is great when you are lazy with the gear changes. :-)
I am looking forward to doing more offroad riding, but I know the Strom has it's limits. But having said that, the biggest limitation is most likely my ability. If I wanted to go further offroad, then I would most likely go the same way that you have with the DRZ as it is pretty affordable also. Great review mate! :-)
***** Thanks Bill! Yeah I think an excellent combo for adventure is a Strom and a DRZ... close range and long range fighters :)
Thanks for the vid.......I've been wondering how these two compare and that's a pretty good explanation.
Wow, never even heard of you before but awesome and informative review, many thanks:)
The KLR is a dirt bike chassis and the V Strom is a street chassis. To a beginner dirt rider the Strom may seem nearly as good in the dirt but its not even close. Put two serious off road guys on those sleds and the KLR guy will leave the Strom without even trying or knowing he's doing it. That slightly nervous KLR road feel is because of the dirt bike steering which is the key difference. To a faster guy who knows how to get on the tank and go around corners in the dirt the KLR has more in common with your DRZ than the Strom.
Yes, but adventure is not about speed, it's about ease of going far and effortlessly :)
SweWince If that were true the Gold Wing would be the ultimate Adventure Bike.
@@terrywaters6186 No, it wouldn't be easy taking that thing off road
I agree, the KLR has dirt bike DNA, and with the right setup choices,gearing,tyre pressure,lightweight fittings etc can survive things the V Strom wouldnt be able to do because it can only be made so much of a dirtbike. You could handle extreme terrain slowly on the KLR. Simplicity and easy serviceability is better for that than ABS etc.
Just sold my KLR and bought DL. My next motorcycle will be KLR.
Fantastic Video! Thanks For Sharing!
Very well done , thank you , I learned something from this , good presentation
Very good review of the two bikes. Just remember that red Stroms do everything better. Not really, but I like to think so.
Utah MC Rider Fo shizzle AND they get all the chicks too!
Utah MC Rider Hahaha I agree! After all MrDuhfactor made my DRZ way faster with black plastics and some stickers! :D
riding on the edge of a cliff .was that as scary as it looks?
It's not scary. You look where you want to go and that's most certainly not over the edge. Relax, blast past the cliff and walk back to it if you want to scare yourself safely. Focusing on a dropoff is the very best way to ride off one, most experienced riders just kind of ignore them while in the saddle.
Great video ! Really enjoyed it ! Keep up the good work!
DrifterGoneWild Thanks! It means a lot :)
Well done! I have a 06 Vstrom 650 and love it very much but have always loved the idea of having a KLR but I feel I'm too short for it! Thanks for this great comparison video!
+Suzanne Tate I REALLY liked the height of the Vstrom for sure. Very manageable and comfortable. Have you checked out the DR 650? It's not quite as tall as the KLR, but shares a lot of the same qualities. All three are fantastic motorcycles!
I feel that I have been cheated by some sort of conspiring liberals in dark suits because I just now found your channel. Until you were mentioned in a hangout the other night, I had no idea your channel even existed. I now feel as though some missing part of me has been returned. Thank you.
+AZ Patriot Hahaha those frickin' conspiring liberals and their anti-moto agenda! lol :D Good to have you aboard, sir! Most of the local riding I do is in far-north AZ :)
The KLR has 42 hp.
Farkles? Farting sparkles?
Now I want to see the difference between those and a 800 Tiger
Functional Sparkles. Stuff that looks cool, but has a serious function. i.e. Racks, gadgets, armor, and other protection type stuff.
AdventureTouringMoto I would consider leather tassles as farkles as well. They look cool, and can be used for... uh... tying things? lol ;)
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I love your videos man. The only thing I don't like about them is that they make me want to buy an adventure bike! Keep up the good work man!
One of the best videos of its type that I've seen. Liked and subbed!
Nice video. Well put together and lighthearted. I Purchased a 2013 650 V Strom this last spring and have really enjoyed it. I took it on my first off-road adventure just a couple weeks ago. Thanks!
Thanks for a really great review, helped me find what i would like, as I am in the same situation, Kawasaki Versys or Vstrom and most likely going for the Vstrom
Good review! I'm in the market for a VStrom and you helped me solidify my choice. Thanks so much!
Good info and so professionally done. Thanks!
New subscriber!! Thanks for the review. I thought it was great.
Great vid!!! Thank's for your effort!
You are good at conveying the message we are all looking for and thank you for being honest and frank! We all need to hear this! You are Rad! From St. George Utah where I hope to pick up a KLR in no time at all, ok 2 months :)
Great video guys, keep up to the good work
sosmannz Thanks!
eveRide you are an inspiration to me in your riding and strength throughout your life, you're videos are always great to watch and have helped me through many difficult times. So thank you. I also like the windshield on your KLR, I'm assuming it's a variation on the DR custom sheiks made from the folded garbage can, do you happen to have any other photos of the KLR set up?
Sweet review! I often have a bit of a day dream about what my next bike would be and these two do often get considered. Great to hear you opinion on the two
Coming from an mx and sx back ground I am looking at getting the big v strom for touring and I have to say this review is absolutely perfect please keep up the great work
Thanks for the review guys! It will help in choosing my all purpose ride to work motor cycle. ;)