2006 Suzuki Burgman 650
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I am actually happy to ride a scooter?!
By (I am an Owner) on Aug 15, 2014I have raced competitive motocross and have owned dozens of street bikes. Actually, my 'other' street bike is a very modified 2nd Gen VMAX that runs the 1/4 in under 9 seconds. Having said that, it should be clear that I'm really not a 'scooter' type of person. I have to admit, this Burgman 650 ... has honestly made me not care. I've intentionally opted to ride this scooter with several of my biker friends on longer rides and instead of teasing me at every stop, now 2 of them own a Burgman 650!
The three words that best describe this bike are "smooth and comfortable". Whether I'm making quick trips to the grocery, hardware store or going on a 300 mile all day ride with other riders who insist on running 80 mph, the Burgman 650 is up to the task. The large wide seat eliminates anyone from being "saddle sore" except those who have never ridden. Even then, the passenger seat is so comfortable that I had a passenger ride with me (her first time on a bike) for 200 miles and she was never sore and even commented that she nearly fell asleep on the rear!
If you can get past Harley guys feeling obligated to try to make fun of you for riding a scooter (as they are working on their Harley), then this is a bike to consider. It's nimble and easy to ride in town, obviously, but it also easily runs at 80 - 90 mph on interstates with a passenger all day long without any issues. I only have 4500 miles on mine, but one of my "converts" has made several cross country trips and now has 45,000 miles on his without any issues.
As others have mentioned, I seem to average around 50-55 mpg tank after tank and all I've ever done is regular maintenance on the bike. It is comfortable, reliable and has plenty of storage without any additional storage add-ons. IMHO, this is a winner. I only gave it 4 stars on performance because, although not slow, I feel Suzuki has de-tuned this bike a bit. I haven't checked for aftermarket tuners, but I feel it could easily be quicker for a twin cylinder 650 bike. But, if I want to go really go fast, I just ride my other motorcycle.
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Rear Wheel Defect for 2006 Suzuki Burgman 650
By (I am an Owner) on Mar 26, 2011The rear wheel bearings for the 2006 Suzuki Burgman 650 has one bearing and is sealed on only one side. This is a very cheap and unreliable design.
I've put 43000 miles on my 2006 Suzuki Burgman 650 and had gone thru 2 sets of rear wheel bearings already. As a matter-of-fact, when they were ... putting in the 2nd set of bearings today, they called me and said that the inner part of the wheel had been eaten away on one side enough to where the new bearing is now loose and therefore the whole dang wheel needs to be replaced.
Now Suzuki has gone to a new supplier for the part and it's sealed on both sides. Too little too late, because they saved themselves 25 cents in manufacturing cost the customer loses $700.
I don't recommend Suzuki at all. They cut too many corners and use cheap parts.
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Cool Quiet and Comfortable
By (I am an Owner) on Sep 21, 2010Like the other Burgman 650 owners, I love this maxi-scooter. It is more of a motorcycle with a step thru frame and automatic transmission.
Unlike a typical scooter, the motor is not mounted on the swing arm and there is no CVT belt drive.
Since I live in Texas, the ... most important feature for me is the way that the design diverts engine heat away from the driver.
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My Bergman 650
By (I am an Owner) on Aug 22, 2010This bike is like nothing else I also have a 98 Suzuki intruder 1400 cc and I find my self going out on the Bergman it's so quite and smooth sometimes I think the scooter is Electric. and GO this scooter is very quick you can cruse on the highway 80 - 90 MPH feels like 35-40 MPH and it gets you there ... in seconds my 1400 intruder I think would have trouble keeping up with this scooter but don't just believe me go try one of these Suzuki Bergman 650 I will bet you will not let it GO. Way Above
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Burgman 650, There is no substitute!
By (I am an Owner) on May 08, 2010I've been riding motorcycles since the age of 15. I'm 59 and a half, now. I've ridden every bike you can think of, cruzers, bullet bikes and touring bikes. Of all the bikes I've owned, the Burgman 650 takes top billing. It's fast, reliable, manuverable and has excellent braking. It's a cross ... between a scooter, cruzer, tourer, and bullet bike. It can do over 100 mph with ease and is extremely stable on the highway, in high wind. Storage is other worldly, as motorcycles go. My wife and I have a Burgman apiece and are able to ride all day without a paralyzed crotch or hands. Let position is very important with the Burgman, as it's very ergonomic. As for the wind, it completely blocks off wind, rain, dirt and bugs. The seat is very comfortable and conducive to long rides. Riding in a sudden rainstorm? No problem, as the faring protects your entire body. You'll get wet, but not soaked. This bike is more than a scooter or a motorcycle. Instead, it's in a whole new league. In my opinian, there isn't a better all around vehicle on two wheels. Simplicity, power and safety, all wrapped up in one neat package at an excellent price.
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Surprise!
By (I am an Owner) on May 23, 2009I am 63 years old and have had more bikes that my years. My bikes included at least 6 Gold Wings.
I purchased my 650 to flip and make a few bucks on, but when I got on it, I was in for the surprise of my life. Very comfortable seating, easy to handle, heavy enough to be road worthy, ... very fast acceleration. After spending two weeks deliberating about it, I sold my Gold Wing.
Love this bike!
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