2009 Suzuki Burgman 650 Executive
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;Great Scooter for the 60 plus population
By (I am an Owner) on Jul 14, 2020I bought my Burgman 2009 650 executive at the age of 70 and use it mainly for short trips of 20 miles or less and it works out great. I have a Goldwing for longer trips and between the two of them you couldn't ask for a better combination. I wished that I had bought it earlier. Easy to operate, comfortable, ... reliable and also living in NEPA with it wind protection able to ride even in temperatures of 40f with only a light jacket same as the Goldwing.
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Fabulous Machine
By (I am an Owner) on Jul 12, 2012Will be 73 in September and just completed a solo trip from Venice, FL to Indiana and back on my 2009 Suzuki Burgman Executive 650. Interstate speeds averaged between 75 and 80. Lowest mpg 46, highest 52. My only complaints are that I would like it to have foot pegs so I could stretch my legs, ... and perhaps a little more comfortable seat. On one of the days going to Indiana, I rode 511 miles, and coming back I rode 503 miles one day. The mgg were achieved even with saddle bags and the top carrier behind the seat. This is my second Burgman. The first was the standard 650. I never had any problems with the standard unit but decided I wanted the ABS braking system and the electric windshield. The Burgman is a tremendous machine.
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Perfect (for me)
By (I am an Owner) on Feb 15, 2011I have had this for 6 months. I ride almost every day back and forth to work and whenever I can for fun on weekends. It is still the biggest and most powerful scooter sold. If it didn't have the step thru you would not know that it is a scooter -- it rides like a bike with automatic transmission. ... It is not a small bike. It is a bike designed to be ridden every day and on long trips. I've ridden it on 1,000 mile three day weekends and loved the comfort, seat, speed, storage all the way. My trip was mostly interstate and my Burgman ate up the miles with me in comfort. It likes the twisties more. And it is narrow enough to lane split. The luggage is under the seat, not hanging off the sides. If you are looking for a fun and easy to ride fairly powerful machine that you can do long trips and around town on... this is it.
Pluses: comfort, fit, finish, good power, smooth transmission, good manual mode transmission, fun power mode too.
Minuses: all digital instramentation is lame and dated looking. Suspension is a tad soft for two up riding. Not cheap.
Add-ons: radio, heated grips.
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Burgman 650--The Ultimate Commuter Bike
By (I am an Owner) on Aug 19, 2010The Suzuki 650 Burgman is a joy to ride! It handles well, with good acceleration and plenty of wind protection. The automatic transmission has three modes, standard, sport and push-button-manual and works like a charm. With a 40-degree lean angle, the 650 Burman feels sport, but it doesn't feel like ... a sportbike. It feels like what it is: a light duty touring bike or daily commuter with room for two full face helmets and a rain suite under the seat. Problems? The seat looks great but isn't any threat to a Goldwing. If you currently ride a regular motorcycle, the automatic clutch will take some getting used to. This bike also chews up rear tires. My biggest complaint? I can't seem to average more than 48 miles per gallon during my daily commute. Darn it! If you are tired of shifting, need a practical bike, or like to ride fast without getting crazy, then you will enjoy the 650 Suzuki Burgman.
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Great Scooter
By (I am an Owner) on Jul 06, 2010Bought the 650 executive new in August 2008, and have really enjoyed every second of the 16,000 miles clocked up so far. I commute 110 miles to work twice a week and it manages traffic amazingly well leaving many big sports and touring bikes behind.
I love the protection it provides when ... the weather is not great and the power available to get you out of sticky traffic situations. The retractable mirrors are excellent
Thank you Suzuki
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I love my scooter
By (I am an Owner) on Jun 21, 2010A year after taking the MSF course and deciding I do NOT like gear shifting, I looked into automatics. Fell in love with the Suzuki Burgman, decided on the 650 Executive model because of the added safety feature of anti-lock brakes. I have had it for about 6 weeks, 600 miles and have absolutely ... no regrets. Handles beautifully, a joy on the highway and loads of fun to drive. The storage compartment under the seat is indispensible; you can actually run errands with this bike and carry small items. Add a backpack and I can carry everything I need for work. I don't understand why Suzuki did not put out a 2010 but it doesn't matter. I would buy this scooter again in a heartbeat!!
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Burgman??
By (I am an Owner) on Dec 05, 2009I had a 'real' bike ying yinging behind me even though he couldn't get past if I wanted him to...then an open stretch of road...so I let the Burgman go...I stopped at the lights and he pulled up beside me....******g hell....a Burgman??? That shifts don't it!! The lights changed we gently pulled away...he ... stayed 20 metres behind me for the next 2 miles! I LOVE MY BURGMAN 650 EXEC!!
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Burgman Exec 650
By (I am an Owner) on Nov 29, 2009Fantastic machine, I have been riding Bikes for46 years, this is the first scooter I have ever owned,wish they had brought it out sooner, I have owned many Bikes from AJS,Ariel,several Triumph, Honda, Kawasaki,Suzuki, I bought the Burgman for commuting to and from work 50 miles a day,(getting old ... now)and cannot emphasise how fantastic the bike is.
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On to my Second Burgman!
By (I am an Owner) on Nov 16, 2009I began riding a Burgman a couple of years ago, when I bought a 2003 Burgman 650. I have previously owned several different motorcycles, Hondas, Suzukis, Kawasakis, Matchless and have ridden many others, but I had not owned a bike for over 20 years (marriage and kids, etc.). I did my research and ... thought that either the Burgman or a Suzuki DL-650 V-Strom would be a good place to start up riding again. I rode both, and the Burgman was the obvious choice. With a low center of gravity, the bike handles beautifully at any speed. The off the line acceleration is very good, and it is comfortable and practical for any kind of riding. With an over-sized aftermarket windshield, and the body fairing, the Burgman punches a hole in the wind and is rock-solid on the freeways. I live near the mountains and last summer I took several long trips riding hard and fast through winding roads, sometimes with other riders on bikes with much bigger engines. Those big cruisers couldn't keep up with the Burgman on a twisty road, I had to stop and wait a couple of times. They try to recover their honor in the straight sections of road, where they can use their cubic inches to best advantage. The Burgman is limited by its horsepower in 50-80 MPH acceleration, but still a careful rider will have no difficulty in keeping up with more powerful bikes. It will easily carry two riders up a mountain freeway at 70-80 MPH and still has legs left to pass when necessary. It is a blast in winding roads, just put the CVT in "power" mode, and it will come roaring out of the corners. I like my 2003 Burgie so well that I decided to upgrade and just bought a 2009 Executive since I wanted the ABS and figured that this one will be a keeper. The underseat storage is very handy, and I have an aftermarket case installed for even more storage.
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Hey, do you have to run a tag on that thing?????
By (I am an Owner) on Feb 23, 2009Well, 3000 miles is now just around the corner and I can say with no hesitation, I'm crazy about my Burgman. Don't get me wrong, you have to be ready for a few condescinding glances from the BIGBORE crowd...like the question above....a guy at a stop light asked me. I just tell em....if you want ... have some real fun, get you one of these!
I bought the Executive because of the ABS and the passenger seat back-rest. Having been through unpteen dirt bikes as well as 3 H-D's and a pile of Hondas, I originally bought a scooter to take on motorhome trips, but once I got on the first one, I was hooked.
I find the Burgman to be everybit as comfortable as the bigger bikes I've had. Last week, I made a trip to the coast and back (500+ miles), going down by the interstate highways and back the next day through the country.
If the Burgie has a shortcoming, it's just not a high speed interstate highway motorcycle. It will do it, but I just don't enjoy it...course I didn't enjoy it on the UltraClassic I used to own either. The Burgie will fly, plenty of extra umpfh, regardless of how fast you're already going. There will be lots of people who might disagree about the scooter's interstate capabilities, because in the various forums, there are numerous owners who commute daily for suprisingly long distances and they all seem to be pleased...so it may be just me.
Tooling up through the coutry it will consistently get about 55 miles to the gallon whereas at interstate speeds (10-15 above the speed limit) I've gotten less than 44mpg.
It comes with a deadly accurate mileage computer...I ran it out, thinking surely I can get an extra mile or two out of it...wrong!!! Ran out a mile from the filling station.
The storage space under the seat is monstrous....unbelievable amount of room, easily swallowing two helmets and some other junk. The glove boxes or storage compartments are handy and are a great place for the things you might want to reach while you're underway.
While the Burgman is certainly not cheap, I have found it to be a comfortable and dependable ride. In three thousand miles I have only been in the shop for the mandatory 600 mile service. I thought that was a bit pricey at $200+ but it entails a good bit of checking in addition to the oil change.
One of the most pleasant aspects of the maxi-scooter ride is the total lack of shift-work. My wife and I were in Pigeon Forge, TN and did a bit of riding in curvy, hilly mountains. I had forgotten how nice it is to just crank the gas knob and let the CVT do all the work. Just like your car, give it the gas and go.
I've told people it's like a Magic Carpet...crank it, and magically and comfortably, it will take you anywhere your heart desires.
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"Nice... but not a REAL motorcycle..." - Oh Really.......
By (I am an Owner) on Dec 21, 2008What is a "real" motorcycle? Do you measure it by CCs? The cost? The 0 - 60 acceleration? The looks? The name? The design? Maxi scooters are expanding this definition and Suzuki's Burgman 650 has been leading the pack. Is a maxi scooter the right bike for you? Only you know what you want,and can ... pick which style of bike best fits your needs. The maxi-scooter has a package of advantages only this design can offer. A package tht combines many desireable qualities of all the styles into one machine. The best way I can describe what a maxi-scooter offers better than all other designs is "Practical Daily Transportation". You can read many reviews and websites for detailed descriptions. If you think the Burgman 650 is not a REAL motorcycle, you may be overlooking the bike that is just what you've been looking for.
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Super GT Burgman AN 650A Exec
By (I am an Owner) on Dec 04, 2008The oldest and great GT Scooter, have no rival at the present. Some manufactures try to do better, and increment cm3, but is a wrong way, because the scooter passion is not similar a street bike.
The great advantage from Burgman 650, is the unique and functional transmission system CVT.
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Best regards
JC Simoes
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