I’m selling my 2006 Suzuki V-Strom DL650 because I have to move, and unfortunately I have to abandon the project I had planned for this bike.

I bought it with the intention of giving it some love and bringing it back into really nice condition, but unfortunately I have to leave the project unfinished. I have already invested a significant amount of money in it, and mechanically the bike runs very well. I have been using it regularly in its current condition, but there are some cosmetic and minor mechanical things that could use some attention.

GOOD POINTS / WORK ALREADY DONE

- Full front suspension service.
- New brake pads and fresh brake fluid.
- Engine oil and oil filter changed approximately 500 km ago.
- New gel battery.
- New coolant.
- Rear light wiring replaced with new wiring.
- Four new spark plugs.
- New original mirrors and levers.
- New front and indicator bulbs.
- Mechanically, the bike runs well and has been used regularly in its current condition.
- Side panniers available.

THINGS THAT NEED ATTENTION

- The fuel tank and left-side fairing/plastic need paintwork.
- The plastic panel around the windscreen is broken, as shown in the photos.
- The seat is cracked and has been poorly repaired. It would benefit from being properly reupholstered or recovered.
- The grips and handlebar bar ends could do with replacing. I already have new bar ends, but I haven’t had time to install them.
- The centre stand springs should be replaced so that the stand returns properly. I also have the replacement springs.
- One of the front brake discs may need adjustment or replacement. There is a slight vibration when braking very gently at very low speeds. The bike brakes well at higher speeds, but I want to mention this issue for full transparency.

Mechanically sound. It would be an ideal bike for someone who wants a reliable and capable motorcycle as a starting point, without spending a huge amount of money, and who doesn’t mind putting some time and care into improving it.

I want to be completely honest about the condition of the bike because I don’t want either of us to waste our time. I’m happy to send additional photos or videos, answer any questions, or provide photos of the invoices for the work and parts mentioned above.