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    bought a new toy today

    Bought a 2009 DL650(Vee-Strom) today.Wow,what a smooth running bike.and it handles the twisties effortlessly,even two up.Ton's of torque.The only problem that I can find is,there is quite a bit of wind noise and buffeting with the stock shield.But after doing my homework on this bike,I already knew that before I test drove it.I already ordered a new larger shield,trunk,and crash bars,(for the occasional off road rides). Will be getting side cases eventually.
    FOXS-XS11SG

    2009 Suzuki V Strom 650,Adventure in Touring,I call her "Smooth" SW Motech engine guard,Coocase top case w/ LED brake and tail lights,20" MRA touring screen w/adjusable bracket,Grip heaters,fender ex-tender,Givi hard sidebags

    1980 XS11SG-sold
    1999 Vulcan classic-sold
    1982 XJ 650-sold

    Old is only a state of mind......John
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  • #2
    Nice, that's definitely on my list of bikes I wouldn't mind having! Enjoy!
    '81 XS11H Venturer - holed up in storage while life happened since 07/08/04
    '81 Kawasaki KE175 enduro - 63 mph of smokey fun, now with collector plates!

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    • #3
      affectionately called the wee strom a very capable bike a lot of people prefer them over the 1 L model
      Seamus Ó hUrmholtaigh
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      Member of "FOXS-11" (Former Owner of XS-11)
      and SOXS
      2008 Nomad "Deja Buick'

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      • #4
        yea,I tossed and turned,with many sleepless nights,and many nights of research,before coming to the conclusion that this is the bike for me.Engine is almost bullet proof,rides like a caddy,handles like a porche,and best of all....the wife said I could buy it.
        FOXS-XS11SG

        2009 Suzuki V Strom 650,Adventure in Touring,I call her "Smooth" SW Motech engine guard,Coocase top case w/ LED brake and tail lights,20" MRA touring screen w/adjusable bracket,Grip heaters,fender ex-tender,Givi hard sidebags

        1980 XS11SG-sold
        1999 Vulcan classic-sold
        1982 XJ 650-sold

        Old is only a state of mind......John

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        • #5
          Congrats

          Hi John,

          Congrats on the new acquisition. To me, that's a great choice. Versatile, fun, good for touring and other rides. Enjoy.
          Hill? What hill? I didn't see any hill! Why wasn't there a sign? And where are my keys?

          80sg
          mods to come

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          • #6
            Alright ...Very nice choice...I've test ridden the weestrom and really loved it..at first glance it isnt the prettiest bike out there but after one ride its all love. A Maastad windscreen will improve the aerodynamics..and if you really want to tour with it then upgrade the front suspension as its a little weak for hwy touring...otherwise its good to go...
            1980 XS650G Special-Two
            1993 Honda ST1100

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            • #7
              yup,I will be upgradeing the suspension in the future due to two up.I am told the springs are set up for a 155 lb rider,that's not me.I already have a new madstad on order along with a MRA vario touring shield.(The windshield is the weak part of the bike) very noisy wind and alot of buffeting.Just received the Givi sidecases,also ordered a Coocase S-50 w/ lights,and Motech crashbars.Thank's for all the compliments,really is a great bike.When I get all the farkles on it,I'll post another pic.Even with the suspension as is,it rides very comfortable and handles very good.
              FOXS-XS11SG

              2009 Suzuki V Strom 650,Adventure in Touring,I call her "Smooth" SW Motech engine guard,Coocase top case w/ LED brake and tail lights,20" MRA touring screen w/adjusable bracket,Grip heaters,fender ex-tender,Givi hard sidebags

              1980 XS11SG-sold
              1999 Vulcan classic-sold
              1982 XJ 650-sold

              Old is only a state of mind......John

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              • #8
                Mad max,well said,I think the little bugger is quite ugly,and most long time owners say the same,but take it for a ride,and you fall in love all over again.It's very much like the XS,doesn't do anything great,but does everything very well,even does offroad,"ok".
                FOXS-XS11SG

                2009 Suzuki V Strom 650,Adventure in Touring,I call her "Smooth" SW Motech engine guard,Coocase top case w/ LED brake and tail lights,20" MRA touring screen w/adjusable bracket,Grip heaters,fender ex-tender,Givi hard sidebags

                1980 XS11SG-sold
                1999 Vulcan classic-sold
                1982 XJ 650-sold

                Old is only a state of mind......John

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                • #9
                  Originally posted by Cuda 69 View Post
                  Mad max,well said,I think the little bugger is quite ugly,and most long time owners say the same,but take it for a ride,and you fall in love all over again.It's very much like the XS,doesn't do anything great,but does everything very well,even does offroad,"ok".
                  Hey Cuda fortunately you can not see the Ugly from the riding position
                  I agree it is an excellent bike.
                  Phil
                  1981 XS1100 H Venturer ( Addie)
                  1983 XJ 650 Maxim
                  2004 Kawasaki Concours. ( Black Bear)

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                  • #10
                    Well said Phil,and so true.
                    FOXS-XS11SG

                    2009 Suzuki V Strom 650,Adventure in Touring,I call her "Smooth" SW Motech engine guard,Coocase top case w/ LED brake and tail lights,20" MRA touring screen w/adjusable bracket,Grip heaters,fender ex-tender,Givi hard sidebags

                    1980 XS11SG-sold
                    1999 Vulcan classic-sold
                    1982 XJ 650-sold

                    Old is only a state of mind......John

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                    • #11
                      wanted to post a pic of the new bike with the toys on it,well at least most of them,until the wife lets me get more.
                      FOXS-XS11SG

                      2009 Suzuki V Strom 650,Adventure in Touring,I call her "Smooth" SW Motech engine guard,Coocase top case w/ LED brake and tail lights,20" MRA touring screen w/adjusable bracket,Grip heaters,fender ex-tender,Givi hard sidebags

                      1980 XS11SG-sold
                      1999 Vulcan classic-sold
                      1982 XJ 650-sold

                      Old is only a state of mind......John

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                      • #12
                        Hi Cuda,
                        Well done you found her good side for the picture i think they have toned down/improved the front look too or are we just getting used to it ?
                        Maybe not the Ugly Duckling anymore ?
                        1981 XS1100 H Venturer ( Addie)
                        1983 XJ 650 Maxim
                        2004 Kawasaki Concours. ( Black Bear)

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                        • #13
                          Think I'm just getting used to it Phil,spent about 200 mi. in the saddle this weekend,what a great bike,comfortable,smooth running and just a fun easy riding bike.My riding partner this weekend has a Harley electa glide,guess who was leading the whole ride? He also owns a beemer,and he was kicking himself the whole ride for not bringing it.LOL
                          FOXS-XS11SG

                          2009 Suzuki V Strom 650,Adventure in Touring,I call her "Smooth" SW Motech engine guard,Coocase top case w/ LED brake and tail lights,20" MRA touring screen w/adjusable bracket,Grip heaters,fender ex-tender,Givi hard sidebags

                          1980 XS11SG-sold
                          1999 Vulcan classic-sold
                          1982 XJ 650-sold

                          Old is only a state of mind......John

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