Fantastic all-rounder. Light enough for marginal roads (bit of a handful on tracks) Great riding position. Very comfortable for touring (up to 140kph) Motor is very strong and reliable despite sounding like it´s about to drop a big end (they all knock a bit). Will keep up with anything on a tight road and with less effort. Weak front brake but can be improved. Not pretty but GREAT FUN! Best bike I have owned (and I´ve had a few). Can´t wait for the new Suzuki DL 650 V-strom. A natural progression from the KLR.
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