Here’s your chance

Posted On 26 Mar 2024

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This entry is part 14 of 26 in the series AusMotorcyclist Issue#26

Yes, here’s your opportunity to benefit from all the work we’ve done and the accessories we’ve fitted. This bike is similar to the new V-Strom 650XT, but only two thirds the price. Grab it while you can – we’ll even leave the stickers on it!

Top box replaced by my camera case, but otherwise complete down in the Wolgan Valley.

WHEE STROM YOU CAN OWN OUR STYLISH, FUN ADVENTURE TOURER

It’s time for another of our project bikes to pass on. The versatile and eternally reliable Wee Strom (Suzuki DL650) has reached its sell-by date – not because there’s anything worn about it, it’s still only done less than 10,000km.

But we need something else to use as a test bed, having fitted lots of goodies to the Suzuki. It comes with 11 months NSW registration, near-new Pirelli Scorpions, very effective XenonOZ auxiliary lights, heated handlebar grips, a Suzuki Vario screen, Kaoko cruise control, 12V power outlet, the amazing Bagster tank cover and tank bag, a Givi topbox, engine bars and, if you want them, Andy Strapz pannier holders and Expedition Pannierz (take off $300 if you don’t, but I recommend them).

Here’s looking at you, kid!

All for $8300; give me a call on 0418 421 322 or drop me a line at thebear@ ausmotorcyclist.com.au if it sounds like it should be your bike!

The Wee Strom is ready for weekend trips into the dirt or a ride around Australia as well as commuting duties – that’s what I’ve been using it for lately, and the top box (not shown in photos) does a great job of carrying groceries.

The way it is set up, it will tackle just about anything, and do it in maximum comfort.

You may have noted that we haven’t replaced either the handlebar or the seat – that’s because both are about as comfortable as we can imagine they could be! PT