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{{Motorcycle | <!-- SCROLL DOWN TO EDIT THE ARTICLE -->
|         name=Suzuki DR650
|        image=Suzuki DR650RSE.jpg
|      caption=Suzuki DR650RSE from 1992
|     producer=[[Suzuki motorcycles|Suzuki]]
|      country=Japan
|       period=1990-current
|       number=?
|       length=2255
|        width=865
|       height=1195
|       weight=147
|   suspension=Telescopic fork, link type swingarm
|       engine=4 stroke, single cylinder, SOHC, 4-valve, air/oil cooled
|           hp=43
|           kW=32
|           cc=644
|  compression=9.5 : 1
|         fuel=13 [[liter|L]] (3.4 US [[gallon]]s)
|          oil=?
|        speed=?
|    similar=[[Honda XR series]]<br>[[Kawasaki KLR650]]
}}

The '''Suzuki DR650''' is a long standing model in [[Suzuki motorcycles|Suzuki]]'s lineup, introduced in [[1990]] as a replacement for the DR600 model. The DR is a dual-sport, [[single cylinder engine|single cylinder]] [[motorcycle]] intended for use on both paved and unpaved roads.

==History & Development==
Thanks to a number of DR enthusiasts globally, comprehensive details regarding the history and development of this [[single cylinder engine|thumper]] is freely available.<ref name="Suzuki DR650 model history">[http://www.suzukicycles.org/DR-series/DR650.shtml Suzuki DR650 model history<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref>

In brief, the first models introduced were the Djebel/Dakar and the RS that were both [[kick start]]. In [[1991]], the first [[Automobile self starter|electric start]] model was introduced, namely the DR600RSE. In [[1992]] the Djebel/Dakar model was replaced with the DR650R. This model also saw improvements in the exhaust system, a smaller tank and 8kg weight reduction.

In [[1996]] the DR650SE was introduced, replacing the previous models. The engine was radically redesigned, reducing its power but allowing for more smooth delivery. The bike's weight was also reduced by around 25kg. In [[2002]], the DR's styling was updated with Suzuki's widely recognised yellow offroad racing colours and graphics.

==General Description==
This motorcycle is heavier than specialized off-road dirt bikes, but it can handle most conditions when ridden carefully.  Its counterbalanced, [[single cylinder engine|single cylinder]], air/oil-cooled engine develops 43 peak bhp <ref name="Suzuki DR650 model history"/>.  It has a 13 liter (3.4 gallon) fuel tank. This motorcycle is commonly described as being useful for all types of motorcycling.  Many owners regard the DR as an inexpensive adventure touring bike, adding saddle bags and modifications to make it more comfortable on long trips. It is an excellent all around motorcycle.

==References==
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==External links==
* [http://moto.suzuki.ca/Products/Default.aspx?modelCategoryID=ModelCategory_DualSport&modelID=Model_DR650SE&province=BC&culture=en-CA Suzuki Canada DR650SE] &mdash; official web page
* [http://www.suzukicycles.com/Products/DR650SEK7/Default.aspx Suzuki USA DR650SE] &mdash; official web page
* [http://www.suzukicycles.org/DR-series/DR650.shtml] &mdash; Suzuki DR650 model history
* [http://dr600lukas.dr.funpic.de/dr600/]&mdash; Suzuki DR600 enthusiast
* [http://dr650.invisionplus.net] &mdash; Suzuki DR650 Forum
* [http://dr650.wikia.com/wiki/Main_Page DR650 Wikia] &mdash; DR650 Wikia

[[Category:Suzuki motorcycles|DR650]]