Very well said. To many people are in a rush. A rush where... to work??? I've been riding off and on since 1965 and it is still my true love of motorcycles that keeps me going. I picked up my 2023 V-Strom today. From the first mile I knew it was perfect(for me). I just turned 76 and have no intension of giving up the one thing that is so enjoyable to me. So down and smell the roses is my moto no matter how many cages pass me cause I don't let it bother me. It is a little tall for me so waiting to get the low seat and hope it helps. New sub and looking forward to hearing more from you. Thanks

@nightfury6836

11 ай бұрын

Congrats on the new purchase!!! I just got a 2023 V Strom too. I really hope that you enjoy it. Ride safe out there!!! 😉

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for the comment and your insight. I appreciate it. Congratulations on your new V-Strom. It was a wise investment. I prefer to ride slow and take in all of the scenery. I'm in a hurry to go nowhere. What color is your V-Strom? Take care and ride safe.

@rogerkay8603

5 ай бұрын

Mine has the low seat, you'll love it, much easier to handle.

If the V - Strom is a Toyota amongst motorcycles, then the DR650 is definitely the Hilux 👍🏻

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Agreed 100%

I've owned numerous motorcycles in my life with 62yrs riding. The V Strom is one of if not the best motorcycle I've ever owned. One my 3rd one, 2004, 2007 and 2012.

I am a 66 year old on a sv650x in northern Ontario. Love the bike and its engine. It limits me to paved roads althoughgoo there are so many gravel roads in the Great White North that I'm missing out on. For that reason I am looking to purchase a 650 V-Strom.Keep up the good work.

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing! I appreciate the comment. The V-Strom should be a great motorcycle for you in northern Ontario. Take care and ride safe.

@71251360

4 ай бұрын

I’m 60 and just purchased a 2023…LETS GO!

In 2018 I rode mine around the world, two up, 43,000 miles and no reliability issues. Comfy and 260 miles between fill ups.

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Awesome! Sounds like a great adventure. The V-Strom would also be my first motorcycle to choose if I was going to to ride around the world. Take care and ride safe out there.

I have put 5,000 miles in just 4 months on my 2009 v strom 650. It is a solid beast. New spark plugs, new air filter, new chain and sprocket and oil changes every 3,000 miles. She won’t let you down.

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

I agree she will not let you down.The V-Strom is an ultra reliable motorcycle. You take excellent care and maintenance of your V-Strom. Take care out there and ride safe.

Everyone always says that the V-Strom 650 is not the fastest thing in the world blah blah blah, it's plenty fast I could do 0 to 60 in less than four seconds up to 100 mi an hour in no time I don't understand why people keep saying this.

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for the comment. I agree with you 100%. The V-Strom is plenty fast for me. Take care and ride safe.

It's the Suzuki of motorcycles.

I could go on and on about my past and current gen 3 DL 650's. They are superb bikes. When my new 650 black Adventure sits in between my Z900RS and Z900, it looks every bit as cool as they do. I can go thru the canyons as fast as the other two and have just as much fun. Excellent in all categories. If I had to choose one bike, this would be on the short list. NO complaints or mechanical problems. No matter who pulls up to me, proud to be riding the DL. The new PStrom will never have as loyal a following.

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for the comment. I appreciate your experience and insight. The DL 650 is a great motorcycle and very capable machine. I have a friend who has one. Take care and ride safe.

Excellently spoken! I've owned a 2014 Vstrom for six years now and 58,000 miles , me and my wife have been all over the UK on it and it's never let us down and we've done 500 mile days on it it's that comfortable. We'll never part with it , thanks for a great video, couldn't have worded it better myself !🙌👌

@BugOutVehicles

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for the comment and your v-strom riding experience. I appreciate it. The v-strom is a great machine indeed with a proven history of reliability. 500 miles a day is allot of time in the saddle! Did you have any issues on the wee-storm doing 500 miles a day? Take care and ride safe.

@melfzs

10 ай бұрын

@@BugOutVehicles no issues, as I say it's that comfortable, I must add that 500 mile days wasn't a regular thing, we did it on a couple of trips, one going to Scotland and the same week we went to the south coast of England, Sidmouth and back in a day, I've had the bike seven years, I'm 68 years old now and am happy with two or three hundred miles a day on a long trip, but the bike is still capable of whatever you can throw at it !

@BugOutVehicles

10 ай бұрын

@@melfzs Thank you for the reply. Much appreciated. I purchased the V-Strom for its reliability and ease of maintenance and as you mentioned it is a very capable motorcycle. Knowing that you had no issues re-assures me that the v-strom 650😁 is a great motorcycle! Take care and ride safe!!

@melfzs

10 ай бұрын

@@BugOutVehicles cheers 🍻

The Truth has been spoken. Could not agree more. Thanks

@BugOutVehicles

Жыл бұрын

Thank You. Ride safe.🏍

absolutely, after years of bikes my vstrom is great. it is everything i like and it is absolutely reliable beyond anything i’ve owned

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Couldn't agree more! Take care and ride safe out there. What color is your V-Strom?

I did a test ride on the V Strom 650 recently and I throughly enjoyed it. I’m a life long Suzuki rider and probably always will be. I enjoy working on Suzukis and of course riding an affordable bike that rarely gives me troubles.

@BugOutVehicles

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for the comment and your insight. I have owned many other motorcycles but the v-strom for me has been the most reliable and affordable bike as you mentioned. Take care and ride safe out there!🏍

I was very impressed by everything that was said about the V-Strom, everything that was said is true. I was very impressed by the video. thanks for that.

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Great to hear! Thank you for the comment I appreciate it.. Take care and ride safe.

Sounds like the V-Strom is like a Corolla. I've had two of those, the first went well over 230,000 miles before I gave it to my son. My first and only brand-new car is a 2019 Corolla. There have been more Corollas sold than any other car, ever. They are legendary for their reliability. My first one, the 2001, never needed any more maintenance than tires, brakes, and the occasional wheel alignment in all those years. Keep the oil changed, check the things that need to be checked, and drive it. My new one is the same way. It's never going to be a muscle car, but it's never let me down and I don't expect it ever will, as long as I do my part. Can't take it four-wheeling or bugging out, but those needs are met by a true off-road vehicle. "Right tool for the job."

@BugOutVehicles

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the comment and your insight. I have often called the Suzuki V-Strom 650 the " Toyota" of motorcycles. It just keeps going. Take care.

I've taken my 250 scooter through some of these same canyons and had just as much fun (probably more) than the larger bikes. Never let me down yet. 0-60 is just as fast as most common cars would drive, yet you get to be more in tune with your surroundings while on two wheels. Got it for $700, put about $700 into it and rebuilt whole fuel system, air filter, brakes, belt, etc. When I do get a bigger adv bike I do not think I will get anything over a 650. It is plenty for getting me where I want to go.

@BugOutVehicles

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for the comment. I also have a scooter. Great fun! The V-Strom 650 is a perfect size for me. I do not want or need anything bigger. Smaller is often times better. Take care and ride safe!

Best mid size bike out there :-) Regards from Australia 🙂 Subscribed!

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for subbing I appreciate it. Take care and ride safe in Australia.

Great review. You make the arguments i feel are on point for me as well. Simple, reliable and dependable. Speed is for someone else. Cheers. And Thank you.

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Than you for watching! I appreciate your comment. Take care and ride safe out there.

Just got one, bit tall/heavy but loving that engine and keeps my 900LC for high days and holidays!

@BugOutVehicles

5 ай бұрын

Awesome!

V Strom 650 xt, my dream. Thanks for the wonderful story.

@BugOutVehicles

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching. I appreciate it.

Wow, it has been 5 months since you have published a new video. I hope that all is well with you, and that you are having a great summer Gary, _John_

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Thank you! You too!

wish you decades ahead on your vstrom.healthy,stronger,better,happy and prosperous love sir

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Same to you! Take care.

Great video exactly how I feel. Looking for one now.

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Great! Let me know which color you get. Take care.

Right on , Gary.

5 weeks in on my 2011 650. A few small gripes about nothing much. Growing to love it, and the engine, sublime! I know it can tour two up with luggage, but personally I wouldn’t. I feel that ruins the beauty of the bike. The sweet spot for me is not going over a total weight of 100kg, 220 pounds. Keep it to that and you have a playful happy girl who is happy to be ridden long comfy hours.

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing! I appreciate your comment and insight. Take care and ride safe out there.

Bravo! You told everything in 6 minutes.

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Thank you. Take care and ride safe out there.

Brilliant thoughts on this machine. I just got one too, for all of the reasons that you've stated. I'm kind of a "bug out" connoisseur myself... 😉

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing. Take care and ride safe out there.

Great Video! I am 61 years old and have 8 motorcycles... One of my 8 motorcycles is my 2012 Suzuki V-Strom 650 Adventure. I still like my 2010 Yamaha FJR 1300A for Sport Touring riding. Got videos check them out if you like.. Keep the rubber side down. 👍 But I do agree that the Suzuki V-Strom 650 is a Great motorcycle. I'm keeping mine.

Love the bike. I had the sport bike model with the same engine, it was a wonderful motorcycle.

@BugOutVehicles

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for the comment. The SV 650 is a great machine! Take care and ride safe!

Tears in my eyes…

I CAN fully agree, I bought one last year. You just ride without thinking about the bike. Amazingly it had the same prize like the new Tiger 660, which I tested. I had to search two Minutes for the neutral, so you can't compare an english gearbox with a japanese, even with a blipper. So yes, I live my V-Strom, which I ride beside my SV650X. Just turn the key, enjoy the road and go.

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for the comment. The V-Strom is ultra reliable and as you mentioned just turn the key and go! Take care and ride out there. What color is your V-Strom?

@lotharhafner9578

11 ай бұрын

@@BugOutVehicles it is red

If one would want to make the bike lighter, doing a battery swap and an exhaust upgrade can shed some decent weigth. In my case with a lithium battery and an Arrow exhaust I lost some 7 kilos (15 pounds)

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Good to know. Thanks for the tip. Take care and ride safe.

I have Dl-650 vstorm Suzuki 2020... I am 63 years old..... I live in Jordan... I agree with you.. earlier l have GSX F Suzuki 1000..... Sure each has its own taste... But I found 650 v storm more fun and flexible on of rode...my problem l can't find a friend has the same bike to go for far rides...

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for the comment and your insight. As you mentioned the V-Strom is a very flexible motorcycle. It can do just about anything you ask of it. I prefer to go on long distance motorcycle trips alone but having a friend to go with you can be fun too. Take care and ride safe.

Appreciate you youthfulness and passion for riding advenrutre bike VSTROM

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Thank you. I appreciate it. Take care.

Proud 2007 dl 650 owner. bought it in 2009, and will never get rid of it - same with my 2015 5.7 tundra.

@BugOutVehicles

6 ай бұрын

Nice!!

Liked your review. Your bike is setup like mine. I call it a Camry too if people ask. May I suggest Mirror extenders as that final mod. Really puts them in the perfect place to see everything behind you.

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for the comment and the tip. Mirror extenders are on my list. Which brand do you have? Take care.

@kuladeeluxe

11 ай бұрын

@@BugOutVehicles I have Adventure tech mirror extenders. You can oder them with extra Ram ball mounts, which I did on the left side. This Mod also apparently reduces buffeting. Adventure Tech is a Vstrom owner and active on the Stromtroopers forum. makes some great products for our bikes. I also have his peg lowering kit and fork brace.,

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

@@kuladeeluxe Thank you for the reply. I appreciate the tips and information. I will check out the Adventure Tech mirror extenders. If it also helps in reducing buffering that is a good thing too. I visit Stromtroopers often as there is allot of good info to read with many seasoned riders. Next is a fork brace for sure! My V-Strom is basically stock. Take care.

Very well presented by an obviously seasoned rider. BTW…have owned Corollas and Tacomas only since 1984 and 96. Although as for the bikes…my nephew has my 03 FZ 6…58k ..like new.

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Nice! Thanks for the comment.

I like the Vstrom...but to me it seems top heavy, how is it for you?

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Mine also felt top heavy when I first rode it but after many hours in the saddle it feels much more balanced now. Take care and ride safe out there.. What color is your V-Strom?

Can you reupload the pad mount electrical transformer stealth fall out shelter???

I have 2020 model, purchased new. Doubt that I will ever sell it. One thought, changing out or extending the side mirrors will greatly reduce buffeting

@BugOutVehicles

10 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you for the comment and the mirror tip. ( It would be hard to replace a V-Strom!) I thought about replacing my mirrors due to some wind noise. Take care and ride safe.

Toughest servant out there. V-💪

Nice video. 2 years ago I had to decide between a Versys 650 and a V-Strom 650. I finally took the Versys (mainly because I prefer the looks) and I mainly ride on tarmac as it's illegal to go off road where I live (Austria). I find a (legaly rideable) gravel road sometimes and the Versys is also doing well there but I think the V-Strom would have also been a wonderful choice. Imho you do not need to have more than 40 - 70 HP to have a blast on the road. A lot of colleagues of mine often make jokes of my little Versys and tell me to buy a "real" bike like a GS or a 1290 Adventure. But these colleagues are also guys who mainly ride to a cafe and they spend more time with their KTMs in workshops than on the streets. Japanese bikes are so damn reliable and that is one of the most important things to me. I've done more than 20k miles in 2 years and never had an issue so far. Unfortunately I can't ride the whole year as we have a lot of snow, ice and salt on the roads in the winter. I'm not sure what my next bike will be, maybe it will be a Suzuki V-Strom 650 or 800 DE :)

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for the comment and your insight. I appreciate it. The Kawasaki Versys is a very nice motorcycle. I agree with you that Japanese motorcycles are extremely reliable . That is my main consideration and one reason why I have ridden them my entire life. Let me know what you decide for your next bike. Take care and ride safe.

Top 🏆

I paid 2500 for my 07 and let me tell you it’s def the hilux of motorcycles .

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

You got a great deal for your V-Strom. I agree the Suzuki V-Strom is a very reliable machine and is the Toyota of motorcycles. Take care and ride safe out there.

Happy New Year Gary, and thanks for dropping another video. I just saw it listed, and I intended to watch it a bit later. I am listening to Connie Willis's latest 4 podcasts from today, which feature a US Marine, then US Navy man, turned whistle-blower, and it is very riveting. Since I cannot drop a link, if you search for Connie Willis and Robert Treat (the name of the informant/whistle-blower) I suspect that you will be brought to the page. If I had an email address, I could just forward Connie's email, but this is my only option at this time, and based on the content, I suspect that you and the majority of your followers will enjoy these short podcasts. They are truly amazing. Beyond my expectations. Take care Gary, and everyone, _John_

Nice bike.

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Thanks.

A love letter to v strom really.

I have a 2007 V-Strom 650 with 92k miles. 23k of mine own.

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Nice! Ride safe out there. What color is your V-Strom?

@djolecar88

11 ай бұрын

@@BugOutVehicles good ol blue

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

@@djolecar88 Nice!🏍

rigth! im 60 and feel the same..

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Awesome. Thank you for the comment. Take care and ride safe.

I keep my V-Strom in Zen Mode.

Yamaha XT600z tenere is the real Toyota

VStrom 650, XR 650L, DR650 and KLR650...pick your poison, you absolutely cannot go wrong.

@BugOutVehicles

10 ай бұрын

I agree with your motorcycle recommendations 100% The Kawasaki KLR 650 is also a great motorcycle but I did have to replace the doohickey to make it reliable. Ride safe.

My 2012 Vstrom will not be sold or traded

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Agreed!

How it all started for me ➡ kzread.info/dash/bejne/fnl1l7mep6uxfco.htmlsi=GaY3IMTW7s0OO6rG

Very nimble even on rough pavement .

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Agreed. Take care and ride.

I’m a KTM owner. Guess why i'm here!😢

I don't understand why you have taken so much video of yourself instead of the view of the bike travelling the road. That says something to me, and I expect other viewers also.

You don't give the price, the fuel tank capacity the mpg just blah blah blah. I'll stick with my 2005 Honda Shadow 750 that in bought 2 years ago for 1700 dollars. Maintenance has been a bitch, I actually had to buy 4 new spark plugs. Yikes

Couldn't have said it better,mate.Had the '17 beak for 5 years now & ir's more than enough motorbike for me. What tyres do you run on? After heidis',I've got the p.scorp.rall.strs.Which are ok but thinking of the next pair.Thanks for vid.nice colours in the trees,etc.

@BugOutVehicles

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for the comment. I still have the original tires. What tires are thinking about getting for your next pair? Take care and ride safe out there.