#1 and #3 are the same. #2 and #5 are the same. #3 and #6 are the same. Some of the points are valid, sure, but padding out the list to make 10 is a bit silly.

 

That's how annoying they are !! they need to be repeated.

 

Good lord..... You should've bought an '04 exec :wink

This thing is a blast, 46L topbox, Glove boxes, cubby holes & oodles of under seat storage & stretch out leg room. Electric mirrors, ABS, Heated grips, awesome wind & rain protection & the lack of Maintenance on these machines is a breeze.

It's easy on the eye, very well built, fast, Turbine smooth, functional, solid & planted in 130km/hr winds & torrential but nippy enough to maneuver & split traffic in the blink of an eye.

I don't think there is one thing i don't like about my burg.

 

As the saying goes, "attitude is everything", and Mrchips, you are an excellent example. I have zero complaints on my 07 Executive.:wink

 

Although I haven't ridden a new model 650, I'm not convinced it was a very good upgrade. I've not really read or heard anyone rave about it. Most often complaint is with the poor mid-level acceleration or bogginess and associated vibration. Biggest compliment is it's easier to push around due to the new clutch. But of course the new clutch also means an end to the engine braking. On the whole, I think I'll hold off on any "upgrade".

 

New 650 and 400 have the same trend that can be described as "a Burger on diet".

 

A Veggie Burger as it were...

 

You have a LEMON that's all.

 

If the 2013+ model had been the standard for 10 years, and Suzuki introduced the 'new' 650 (with the attributes of the 2003-12 model years), here are some of the comments:

• The mid-range acceleration is nice, but the transmission is so jerky. Why does it clunk whenever I ease-up on the throttle? How can I get my passenger to stop bumping helmets with me?
• 6 mpg LESS than the old model?? WTF??
• I've made friends with my neighbor - since he now has to help me push my bike out of the garage.
• The old model was almost as flickable as a 400, now I'm driving an oceanliner.
• I appreciate the additional under-seat storage, but now everyone calls me lard-a$$
• I want my analog dash back!
• What's with this shiny finish? It shows every smudge, scratch and speck of dust!

 

Nope, nope, nope, nope..... my fingers are in my ears & i cannot hear you ! :grin

 

Quick list #11

There is an intermittent to constant whine emanating from the area between the riders helmet and the top of the seat. :wink

 

Well, it's true that complaining is what separates us from the animals. Either that, or you're describing what sounds like a painful intestinal disorder.

 

I am amazed at your fuel mileage being so much lower than previous generation. I think there may be something wrong with either your machine or your memory of the previous mileage.

 

Well, at least it wasn't expensive.
Stig

 

First world issues:devil

 

For #7, the fix is simple: Best Backrests.

 

It's time to trade it for a 2007 t0 2016 mighty 400.

Life will then be much more pleasant for you.

 

The best solution for me is to own both: 2008 and 2014 650. I'd have a pretty hard time having to choose between them right now. Awesome machines for sure!

 

I was gonna say, get a 400 :grin
But its windscreen is junk too.