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Considering a TR650...

J

jpgibson

Husqvarna
AA Class
Hi, thinking about a 2012 TR650 with 30K Km's , all set up and ready to go.
My other ( more expensive) options are: F800 GS or the 1200. I used to ride enduro bikes but a recent/recurring back problem means I'll be doing nothing gnarly! TBH, it'll mostly reside on the tar.The longest rides will be day trips, maybe a couple of overnighters per year. It will also be used for commuting ( rarely though).
I've had a number of Huskies before ( two SM 610's and a TE 450), but the km's worry me a little on a thumper and the lack of a dealer/access to a computer also worries me a bit. I realise its the Loncin built 'Rotax' and is powering many BMW's but I'm not sure of the longevity AND I suspect the head is different to the BMW one.
It seems like a pretty good buy considering the farkles.
What to do? ( yes, I realise I'm on a Husky forum!)
Jonathan
 
Hey mate I don't really belong in this section of the cafe but hav u entertained the thought of the SWM RS650R? Jus sayin pretty cheap new n all the husky farkles should bolt right up.

Il head back to the 2T section now :)
 
Hey Jonathan, the engines in the these bikes are outstanding for performance and are proving to be durable and reliable as would be expected from the Rotax 650. Yes the head, piston and cams are different from the GS650 engine to achieve the extra power. If the above bike is well looked after then 30k km should be fine.
 
Hi Jonathon
The TR650 is a great bike but if the number of dealers around is a deciding factor then have a think about it as there are no dealers for the Husky/ BMW orphan.
The only Shop that I have found that will help is Dahlitz in Queanbeyan who was a long time Husky dealer until the Ktm mob took over.
Having said that if you can love an orphan it will love you back.
I have one and I love riding it, relatively light, good power, relatively comfortable for a bike that is good off the tar.
Just came back from a round trip through Grafton and Glen Innes including the Old Grafton To Glen Innes rd the TR never missed a beat, carried all the camping rear etc.
Things to check
Has the bike done a lot of dirt Ks
Air filter - a known weak spot.
Intake and exhaust valves 30,00 Ks not a problem but is there documented proof they have been checked/adjusted, big job to do as the bike basically has to be taken apart to do it.
ALL other bearings, chain, and fasteners.
Read this forum back to front, there is a wealth of knowledge about the TR here.
Buy a GS911 diagnostic tool.
Other than that buy it ride it and enjoy!!!
Cheers
 
Terrable Rider said:
Hi Jonathon
Intake and exhaust valves 30,00 Ks not a problem but is there documented proof they have been checked/adjusted, big job to do as the bike basically has to be taken apart to do it.
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On one hand. The service interval for valve check on this bike is every 10,000km (every service interval), so the cost of the service shouldn't really factor in regardless of the number of Ks, the bike has done. On the other hand, anecdotal evidence seems to show that these engines are not really all that inclined to put the valve clearances out of spec often, and I believe that many TR650 owners are skipping valve checks without issue. I had mine checked at the 10K service and they were within spec. I skipped the check at the 20K service intending to get it done on the 30K service, but given that my bike has now almost 28K on the clock and still running just as sweet as it has ever been, unless I see some specific reason I'll be pushing the next valve check out to the 40K service.
 
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