Rip drz

[thirdgenlxi]

Awww man that sucks... sorry to hear

[101lifts2]

You would think a Japanese engine would last longer than 23k, even being a single.

What oil did you use? Did you beat the shit outta it?

I got almost 40k on my 06 EX500 and she runs pretty damn good. She loves the Rotella 5W40 Full Syn.

[Mr Lefty]

Originally Posted by 101lifts2

You would think a Japanese engine would last longer than 23k, even being a single.

What oil did you use? Did you beat the shit outta it?

I got almost 40k on my 06 EX500 and she runs pretty damn good. She loves the Rotella 5W40 Full Syn.

yes I would... I would expect a Japanese motor to last a hell of a lot longer than 23k...

I used mostly Suzuki 10-40 (maybe 5-40) every 1k until 14k... then suzi full syn every 3k from then on... changed the filter every oil change(suggested every other)

I wouldn't say I beat the shit out of her, but I ride a lot... long days and loaded up... but I specifically avoided freeways when possible due to the high RPM's

[goof2]

Did you mean to put "21 Jan 11" instead of "21 Jan 10"?

No matter the date I'm really surprised it didn't last longer than that. It makes me skeptical of the DR-ZSM version being a much more reliable Supermoto.

[caveman]

Sad to see a good friend pass. May she rest quietly with the fishes. But, all good things must come to an end, NEXT!!!!

[derf]

I've heard of other drz that have had the same problem, but all over 50k. But ebbs has also ridden the shit out of that bike

[azoomm]

Originally Posted by Mr Lefty

it is the F650gs... they redesigned it in 08 or 09... but it's a 800cc twin...

previously they were actual 650cc singles... and looked like this

The G650GS is the 650 single. They still make it. In 2009 they came out with both the G and the F - the F is now the detuned 800 twin. IMHO, the current F650 kicks ass over it's predecessor. My sister picked one up last year, it's a tremendous motorcycle.

[Mr Lefty]

Originally Posted by goof2

Did you mean to put "21 Jan 11" instead of "21 Jan 10"?

No matter the date I'm really surprised it didn't last longer than that. It makes me skeptical of the DR-ZSM version being a much more reliable Supermoto.

yeah I'll edit it...

Originally Posted by derf

I've heard of other drz that have had the same problem, but all over 50k. But ebbs has also ridden the shit out of that bike

me too... but the way the shop make it sound it's as if the bike wasn't ever designed to go past 15k

Originally Posted by azoomm

The G650GS is the 650 single. They still make it. In 2009 they came out with both the G and the F - the F is now the detuned 800 twin. IMHO, the current F650 kicks ass over it's predecessor. My sister picked one up last year, it's a tremendous motorcycle.

yeah you're right... I want the Dakar version... which is like the "adventure" or like the F800gs is to the new version (no directed at Mira... I know she knows her BMW Shit)

but honestly I think I'm gonna take a bit, wipe out my debt before I buy another... figure a year- two year break would put me at 0 debt... but damn it's gonna suck

[azoomm]

Then say Dakar.

One of the best reviews out there: http://www.motorbikestoday.com/revie...50_dakar02.htm

Good choice. Though, I love your idea of killing your debt first. You won't regret it.

[Dave]

Don't be such a bitch. Couple hundred bucks on a craigslist honda will keep you rolling till you are debt free