So I've been looking at getting a real Enduro bike these days as I've actually just been driving around with my dad's cruiser lately xD
I've been learning a lot about the capabilities of certain bikes, and the ups and downs of evyerthing. It seems a lot of guys here like the KLR 650 for expedition trips, I personally am leaning toward the Suzuki DR650 due to its smaller size, but its massive downfall is the 13L tank, which is very minimal.
how about a little input here? my biggest reason for avoiding a KLR is its lack of offroad performance compared to a DR, and sketchy load driving habits (I've heard they get unstable)
for a little background information: My bike is probably going to end up being my daily driver, while I get a truck or SUV for expeditions (Been eying the nissan Xterra/Fronteir/toyota tacoma) Though I wouldn't mind getting into bike trips, I imagine they'd be a touch cheaper on fuel, and a lot more fun in the ride.
I love riding offroad, I have a quad at home but getting it to the trails is sometimes a pain. I've always wanted a dirtbike but never been able to bring myself to get one.
Again, the bike would mostly be a bomber around town and on the trails around town... I think, it might change, I really don't know as I'm new to the enduro scene
also should briefly mention I found a nice F650 (BMW) in my price range! I've decided to more or less avoid it due to its lack of offroad driving potential and aftermarket doo-dads though I'm sure it would fit the bill in a way.
I know nothing about the yamaha dual sport bikes. Nor do I know anything about which tires I should buy.
terrain around here is rough pavement with muddy offroad. Very little sand and dust, a lot of gravel though
I've been learning a lot about the capabilities of certain bikes, and the ups and downs of evyerthing. It seems a lot of guys here like the KLR 650 for expedition trips, I personally am leaning toward the Suzuki DR650 due to its smaller size, but its massive downfall is the 13L tank, which is very minimal.
how about a little input here? my biggest reason for avoiding a KLR is its lack of offroad performance compared to a DR, and sketchy load driving habits (I've heard they get unstable)
for a little background information: My bike is probably going to end up being my daily driver, while I get a truck or SUV for expeditions (Been eying the nissan Xterra/Fronteir/toyota tacoma) Though I wouldn't mind getting into bike trips, I imagine they'd be a touch cheaper on fuel, and a lot more fun in the ride.
I love riding offroad, I have a quad at home but getting it to the trails is sometimes a pain. I've always wanted a dirtbike but never been able to bring myself to get one.
Again, the bike would mostly be a bomber around town and on the trails around town... I think, it might change, I really don't know as I'm new to the enduro scene
also should briefly mention I found a nice F650 (BMW) in my price range! I've decided to more or less avoid it due to its lack of offroad driving potential and aftermarket doo-dads though I'm sure it would fit the bill in a way.
I know nothing about the yamaha dual sport bikes. Nor do I know anything about which tires I should buy.
terrain around here is rough pavement with muddy offroad. Very little sand and dust, a lot of gravel though