03 Burgman 650 V 14 Burgman 650

Post by **Gerard C** » Thu Mar 19, 2015 3:13 pm

Some observations on the two machines.

I got the 03 to keep the mileage down on the new one which was to be kept for longer fair weather trips - if we ever get any!
Norway next Month!

The 03 is the AN model not the executive so its basic. Standard screen etc. It has had Oxford heated grips installed. The 14 has the lot including Givi touring screen and side wind deflectors. The first thing I noticed on riding was - I got colder faster.

Despite a very low mileage the 03 suffered from the diesel noise so I had it modified using the Polish kit. The transformation was amazing and well worth it.

The 03 has a carb. I expected the performance to be somewhat down. In reality its a rocket. I cant ride the same ride twice but my honest impression is that the 03 accelerates faster than the 14. It feels more "grunty". The legendary engine braking is significantly more pronounced than on the 14. You have to be aware that drivers or riders following might not notice you slowing so twitching a brake lever is wise. Handling on the 03 needs more input, not exceptionally so, but its there.

Brakes are not ABS bit are amazingly effective. Both bikes stop well but the reassurance of ABS on the 14 is good to have.

All in all the difference between the two under way is not that great. The 14 feels lighter moving about on parking but what is interesting is that the 03 is not that bad at all. My first 650 was an Exec on a 10 plate. I remember that as being something you parked carefully to avoid pushing. Anyone know what the difference between the 03 and 10 would be? (Please don't say 07).

Hope fully both Bikes will be coming to Duxford so that will be an opportunity to check MPG. Not something that really bothers me but the comparison will be interesting.

Post by **phil y** » Thu Mar 19, 2015 3:31 pm

I will be interested in the mpg as I have the 400 and have been looking at getting a 650
Phil...

Post by **frankiej1949** » Thu Mar 19, 2015 9:14 pm

Good write upmate, Norway im May!!!!!

YouTube · Post by **bornagainbiker** » Thu Mar 19, 2015 9:34 pm

phil y wrote:I will be interested in the mpg as I have the 400 and have been looking at getting a 650
Phil...

My average mpg with a 2011 L1 Burgman 650 was 55 and seen a high of 66.
http://www.fuelly.com/motorcycle/suzuki ... iker/92291

Post by **kayz1** » Thu Mar 19, 2015 10:01 pm

I have a Givi screen for an 03-ish bike if you want it.
Lyn.

Post by **Gerard C** » Thu Mar 19, 2015 10:07 pm

Yes please Lyn. How much do you require?

Post by **Normsthename** » Fri Mar 20, 2015 5:22 am

Good write up except one small detail

The 03 has a carb.

All 650's had Fuel Injection from the start

Early 400's had a Carb before they switched it to Fuel injection in about 2004/5

Andy

Post by **Gerard C** » Fri Mar 20, 2015 10:05 am

I would have sworn I was told it had a carb! Still seems to have more grunt than the 14 plate. Thanks for that though now I know.

Post by **kayz1** » Fri Mar 20, 2015 10:51 pm

Gerard C wrote:Yes please Lyn. How much do you require?

will try and get it fixed to rear seat on the next ugly brekky meet at whitchurch, will look for it in the morning.

A small brekky will do Sir.
Edit: unless you want to come and pick it up from Holywell...

Post by **Gerard C** » Sat Mar 21, 2015 6:09 pm

Hi Lyn

If its OK with you I will have a ride over. Try the bike out on a longish run. Is there a best time / day for you. I need a day off anyway.

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