Stephane
05-23-2008, 09:31 PM
Went to my local dealer today to take a demo ride on the new twin 650 GS. I did not expect to be as impressed as I am with the bike:nod .
Pros:
;) Extremely smoooooth twin
;) First gear will take you to 48 mph with ease
;) Seat is more comfortable than I expected (offers ability to move back if needed)
;) Went to 72 mph in 4th gear and started to get vibes in pegs (never got to 6th gear, ride too short)
;) Priced right (listing at $9M CDN for base model; moderately equiped at $11M CDN)
;) Side stand is just perfect (a nice blend between too long for pre 08 650 GS when compared to the shorty on the new F 800 s and ST)
;) Easier access to oil drain plug (on the lower side of engine, not under engine)
;) Despite my 34" inseam, found bike comfortable and not too short
;) Engine is really a 'detuned' F 800 with output at 71 hp
Cons
:( Despite my long arms, I found I really had to reach forward and out on either side to get grips (although forward and back can be adjusted, I don't know about the reaching out to the sides)
:( Found the throttle to be somewhat 'jerky'. I really had to make progressive gas on and gas off moves to keep bike movement smooth
Worst Con of all is that I will need to build great liquid courage :bottle to talk to wife about new bike. If I never post another thread, please call polic...:bolt
Pros:
;) Extremely smoooooth twin
;) First gear will take you to 48 mph with ease
;) Seat is more comfortable than I expected (offers ability to move back if needed)
;) Went to 72 mph in 4th gear and started to get vibes in pegs (never got to 6th gear, ride too short)
;) Priced right (listing at $9M CDN for base model; moderately equiped at $11M CDN)
;) Side stand is just perfect (a nice blend between too long for pre 08 650 GS when compared to the shorty on the new F 800 s and ST)
;) Easier access to oil drain plug (on the lower side of engine, not under engine)
;) Despite my 34" inseam, found bike comfortable and not too short
;) Engine is really a 'detuned' F 800 with output at 71 hp
Cons
:( Despite my long arms, I found I really had to reach forward and out on either side to get grips (although forward and back can be adjusted, I don't know about the reaching out to the sides)
:( Found the throttle to be somewhat 'jerky'. I really had to make progressive gas on and gas off moves to keep bike movement smooth
Worst Con of all is that I will need to build great liquid courage :bottle to talk to wife about new bike. If I never post another thread, please call polic...:bolt