I can only say from the angle of them both being stock, the Swm has loads more poke, a little more nimble in the bush than the Suzuki. Both bikes suffer if you are in the mood to ride hard and at a good clip. But, the Swm will take a little more before you find it getting untidy. And so it inspires a little more confidence. But that won’t stand up once the Suzuki has been modified with pipe carny airbox and suspension upgrade. I’m lead to believe that they come alive and likely even give the Swm the flick. Plus you get and undeniably reliable solid bike more so than the Swm But again out of the box,, pretty hard to go past the Swm. I’ve no doubt I’ll sell her one day,, but not for a long time and I really do enjoy it. I used to have a ktm625sxc which absolutely will blast both these bikes away on every level except,,,,, Mine vibed your ass to itch along the highway. Which was a bummer. Pardon the pun.
@@texazwhyte2791 I had the DR650 with a few mods, but are becoming hard to find in my country. I live close to the ocean, so sand driving is a consideration. I can manage the DR in the sand. Tried a XT660R, and that was a little heavy. If they made wider 21" front tires, that would sort out the problem for me
Been thinking of this bike since I saw it on a adventure bike magazine did a review on it. Can now pick up 2020 hold overs for $8000 USD. This winter I will have one.
Great video and review, Jason. Great bike at a very, very reasonable price. Brembo brakes, Neat. I see. Looking forward to more to come. Well done!! (BMW owned Husqvarna in mid-2007, which they bought from Cagiva / MV Augusta - Production in Varese, Italy)
They seem to have loyal fans in Oz. It is certainly a bike I will consider when my DRZ400 dies. I was on a cross Oz trip with two on the 650RS models. They performed quite well on the long distance trip. Those bikes had a Husky 640 Safari tank fitted and a small wind screen.
Not in Australia the SWM is 30% cheaper than the Suzuki. With the old Huskie motor and the relative simplicity, I reckon could be good proposition for long term ownership.
I've got the 650r,,, I love it.. owned quite a number of bikes and a few big thumpers,, it's up there no problems.
How does this bike compare to the DR650?
I can only say from the angle of them both being stock, the Swm has loads more poke, a little more nimble in the bush than the Suzuki. Both bikes suffer if you are in the mood to ride hard and at a good clip. But, the Swm will take a little more before you find it getting untidy. And so it inspires a little more confidence. But that won’t stand up once the Suzuki has been modified with pipe carny airbox and suspension upgrade. I’m lead to believe that they come alive and likely even give the Swm the flick. Plus you get and undeniably reliable solid bike more so than the Swm But again out of the box,, pretty hard to go past the Swm. I’ve no doubt I’ll sell her one day,, but not for a long time and I really do enjoy it. I used to have a ktm625sxc which absolutely will blast both these bikes away on every level except,,,,, Mine vibed your ass to itch along the highway. Which was a bummer. Pardon the pun.
@@texazwhyte2791 I had the DR650 with a few mods, but are becoming hard to find in my country. I live close to the ocean, so sand driving is a consideration. I can manage the DR in the sand. Tried a XT660R, and that was a little heavy. If they made wider 21" front tires, that would sort out the problem for me
Thanks Jay. Picked up a new bike for R68 G's
Ek het die 500 gekoop vir 58k great bike!!
Been thinking of this bike since I saw it on a adventure bike magazine did a review on it. Can now pick up 2020 hold overs for $8000 USD. This winter I will have one.
Great video and review, Jason. Great bike at a very, very reasonable price. Brembo brakes, Neat. I see. Looking forward to more to come. Well done!! (BMW owned Husqvarna in mid-2007, which they bought from Cagiva / MV Augusta - Production in Varese, Italy)
Thanks Nick, appreciate the extra info too :)
They seem to have loyal fans in Oz. It is certainly a bike I will consider when my DRZ400 dies. I was on a cross Oz trip with two on the 650RS models. They performed quite well on the long distance trip. Those bikes had a Husky 640 Safari tank fitted and a small wind screen.
Thanks for taking the time!
You're super welcome. Thank you for watching.
Good job Jay, great video. Look forward to some more.
Thanks Luke, I'm looking forward to producing more content.
Never new this bike existed. I will have to see if they sell this in the states. I like the size, like the options.
Glad I found you and subbed. Will look forward to more videos
Thank you for the video.
You bet! Gracias por visualizar mi video
Its direct competitor is the 690 not the 790
Good overview. Suzuki V-Strom 650 is the same price, maybe a more reliable option over long term with better re-sale?
Not in Australia the SWM is 30% cheaper than the Suzuki. With the old Huskie motor and the relative simplicity, I reckon could be good proposition for long term ownership.
The v-storm off-road capability is nearly as good.
@@jltrack LOL what
@@JCBigCat I meant isn't as good.... i think... this was months ago haha
A very nice bike.
good price simpe powerful
Swm just arrived. In. Chile it's very. New.
Is it a good motorcycle???
In spain and. Australia the motorcycle had some. Troubles. Thank
It is also very new to our local market, so only time will tell if it does well. I did enjoy riding it though.
What's the currency that you are using to compare and city ?
Show us some riding! :)
If I get to do an extended test of the SWM, I'll definitely record more of the bike in motion.
@@jayblogsmoto9416 Great video though! Thanks!
A 🐎 Horse...a horse for my Kingdom...an Iron horse that is... Where is my Yamie... my Yamaha. 700 tourer... Hahaha.