the DR200 thread - Page 329

dmpeach · 02-13-2012, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Klay

You could find a DR350 or DR650 in reasonable shape in that price range.

Been looking a bit. I suppose it's possible, just might be harder to find.

Klay · 02-13-2012, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by dmpeach

Been looking a bit. I suppose it's possible, just might be harder to find.

I picked up a DR350 with 8,000 miles on it for $1900 two or three years ago. They've got to be out there. A KLR250 would also do the job.

thesurvivalist · 02-14-2012, 06:56 AM

What mpg can you get on a stock dr350? Are most of the parts the same as tjhe DR200? Is the DR650 actually a bigger bike or just a bigger engine?

dsmith · 02-14-2012, 10:43 AM

Hey Everyone!
I've lurked around AdvRider a few times before! I just aquired my first motorcycle I have ever owned and am very excited to get out and explore in it. Normally I explore in my Wrangler but this is going to be a great addition to my fleet of fun vehicles! I picked up this 1988 Suzuki SP 200 which I'm told is practically a DR 200 (not sure what the key differences are) It is a street legal bike that doesn't need anything. Owned by a older gentlemen, I was able to pick this bike up with 8100 miles on it for $1,000. I think I got a good deal! I can't wait to get out and explore on it!

Klay · 02-14-2012, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by thesurvivalist

What mpg can you get on a stock dr350? Are most of the parts the same as tjhe DR200? Is the DR650 actually a bigger bike or just a bigger engine?

There's nothing in common between any of those three bikes. I get about 45 mpg on my DR350, but it's highly modified and is actually 435 cc. I get 50-52 mpg with the DR650.

Klay · 02-14-2012, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by dsmith

Hey Everyone!
I've lurked around AdvRider a few times before! I just aquired my first motorcycle I have ever owned and am very excited to get out and explore in it. Normally I explore in my Wrangler but this is going to be a great addition to my fleet of fun vehicles! I picked up this 1988 Suzuki SP 200 which I'm told is practically a DR 200 (not sure what the key differences are) It is a street legal bike that doesn't need anything. Owned by a older gentlemen, I was able to pick this bike up with 8100 miles on it for $1,000. I think I got a good deal! I can't wait to get out and explore on it!

Great deal! I'm jealous of the kick start.

psu75 · 02-14-2012, 11:45 AM

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Originally Posted by psu75

Back to tires...
You still here (State College)? I'm PSU '73.

I'm in Central PA...freezing my noogies off. SURRRRE...we have a mild winter up to when winter is about to be ending and then yeah, winter comes on full blast. Sons-a-b@@!!@#$!~'s lol!!

I can't complain too much. I've had the bike out a few times this winter whereas during a normal winter I wouldn't have been able to get it out at all due to the garage door being blocked by snow. Can't wait to move out of this god-forsaken area and to somewhere more hospitable!!

psu75 · 02-14-2012, 12:02 PM

Ahhh they joys of winter riding...

A little icy going down...

Made it down...just a little farther now...

OOPS...bent brake handle and hand guard...lol

psu75 · 02-14-2012, 12:17 PM

A few from winter rides:

AKohler883 · 02-14-2012, 01:55 PM

Move to my area of PA ... we don't get snow anymore. BUt then again, we have no place to ride either. That's why mine is going to pull street duty, if I ever get it on the road.

thesurvivalist · 02-15-2012, 09:38 AM

Ok the TKC80 that are on the back of Lady Bugs DR200 is 3.50x18 . On continentals sizing chart the tire is indicated that it is being phased out but i've checked on motorcycle-superstore and cyclegear and it is both in stock for around $122. It's a bit pricey when you compare it to the shinko 244 for $55 I just ordered.

psu75 · 02-15-2012, 11:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by thesurvivalist

Ok the TKC80 that are on the back of Lady Bugs DR200 is 3.50x18 . On continentals sizing chart the tire is indicated that it is being phased out but i've checked on motorcycle-superstore and cyclegear and it is both in stock for around $122. It's a bit pricey when you compare it to the shinko 244 for $55 I just ordered.

Holy cow! I found some Shinkos on Amazon for a really good deal -

http://tinyurl.com/6osfqaf

http://tinyurl.com/74uh55o

$30.99 for the front
$39.99 for the rear

Seems like a pretty good price from what I've been seeing...

AKohler883 · 02-15-2012, 12:26 PM

i got mine cheaper than that at Bike Bandit.com

poppawheelie · 02-15-2012, 06:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by psu75

I'm in Central PA...freezing my noogies off. SURRRRE...we have a mild winter up to when winter is about to be ending and then yeah, winter comes on full blast. Sons-a-b@@!!@#$!~'s lol!!
I can't complain too much. I've had the bike out a few times this winter whereas during a normal winter I wouldn't have been able to get it out at all due to the garage door being blocked by snow. Can't wait to move out of this god-forsaken area and to somewhere more hospitable!!

PM'd you regarding central Pennsylvania living. You won't find much better off-pavement riding east of the Mississippi.

AKohler883 · 02-16-2012, 05:52 AM

Looking for stock mirrors. Anybody have a good set for sale ? Or should I just buy the Emgo replacement mirrors on eBay. I can get them to my door for under 30 bucks.

UPDATE ... bought a set ....

02-14-2012, 06:56 AM	#4923
thesurvivalist Backcountry Rider Joined: Aug 2011 Location: Colorado Springs Oddometer: 365	What mpg can you get on a stock dr350? Are most of the parts the same as tjhe DR200? Is the DR650 actually a bigger bike or just a bigger engine? __________________ Buell Ulysses Xb12X Suzuki DR200SE 2007 Sold Custom Leather Work-Made In England www.lordofleather.com https://www.youtube.com/user/frontiercolorado

02-14-2012, 10:43 AM	#4924
dsmith n00b Joined: Feb 2012 Location: Mechanicsburg, PA Oddometer: 4	1988 sp 200 Hey Everyone! I've lurked around AdvRider a few times before! I just aquired my first motorcycle I have ever owned and am very excited to get out and explore in it. Normally I explore in my Wrangler but this is going to be a great addition to my fleet of fun vehicles! I picked up this 1988 Suzuki SP 200 which I'm told is practically a DR 200 (not sure what the key differences are) It is a street legal bike that doesn't need anything. Owned by a older gentlemen, I was able to pick this bike up with 8100 miles on it for $1,000. I think I got a good deal! I can't wait to get out and explore on it!

02-15-2012, 09:38 AM	#4931
thesurvivalist Backcountry Rider Joined: Aug 2011 Location: Colorado Springs Oddometer: 365	Tkc 80 Ok the TKC80 that are on the back of Lady Bugs DR200 is 3.50x18 . On continentals sizing chart the tire is indicated that it is being phased out but i've checked on motorcycle-superstore and cyclegear and it is both in stock for around $122. It's a bit pricey when you compare it to the shinko 244 for $55 I just ordered. __________________ Buell Ulysses Xb12X Suzuki DR200SE 2007 Sold Custom Leather Work-Made In England www.lordofleather.com https://www.youtube.com/user/frontiercolorado

02-16-2012, 05:52 AM	#4935
AKohler883 Adventurer Joined: Jan 2012 Location: Temple, PA Oddometer: 70	Looking for stock mirrors. Anybody have a good set for sale ? Or should I just buy the Emgo replacement mirrors on eBay. I can get them to my door for under 30 bucks. UPDATE ... bought a set .... AKohler883 screwed with this post 02-22-2012 at 08:27 AM

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02-14-2012, 12:02 PM	#4928
psu75 Carpe Diemer Joined: Jan 2012 Location: Houston!! Finally! Oddometer: 91	Ahhh they joys of winter riding... A little icy going down... Made it down...just a little farther now... OOPS...bent brake handle and hand guard...lol

02-14-2012, 12:17 PM	#4929
psu75 Carpe Diemer Joined: Jan 2012 Location: Houston!! Finally! Oddometer: 91	A few from winter rides:

02-14-2012, 01:55 PM	#4930
AKohler883 Adventurer Joined: Jan 2012 Location: Temple, PA Oddometer: 70	Move to my area of PA ... we don't get snow anymore. BUt then again, we have no place to ride either. That's why mine is going to pull street duty, if I ever get it on the road.

02-15-2012, 12:26 PM	#4933
AKohler883 Adventurer Joined: Jan 2012 Location: Temple, PA Oddometer: 70	i got mine cheaper than that at Bike Bandit.com