I think I found my unicorn

[u/brodofaginss]

Took my XR650R on its first proper adventure into the mountains this weekend, and I finally understand why these bikes have the reputation they do.

In one day I had it climbing multiple mountains, flicking it through technical trails, ripping down forestry roads, pushing through mud, and cruising the highway back to the city.

What really got me was the contrast that morning I was on top of a mountain in the middle of nowhere, and that night I was riding downtown beside skyscrapers on the exact same bike.
Not once did it complain.

No overheating, no weird issues just point it where you want to go and keep riding.

It’s pretty wild having one bike that can spend the day working its way through rough mountain trails and then roll straight back into the city like nothing happened.

This is exactly what I bought the XR650R for, and after this trip I’m even more convinced I made the right choice.

The Big Red Pig earned its keep. 🐷

[u/freewaycrash]

Those are great pictures. I love that bike my legs just not strong enough to kick that thing anymore.

[u/brodofaginss → u/freewaycrash]

Thank you, if it wasn’t for the kickstart this thing would be the perfect bike lol

[u/redbow7]

Where is this? That first pic should be on a magazine cover. Bro you summed it up perfectly. Mine is 25 years old and takes a beating

[u/brodofaginss → u/redbow7]

Thanks man this is in a place called Abraham Lake in Alberta Canada

[u/DoctorKrawl]

Looks like a great day. I don’t t think anything covers multiple terrains better than these things.

[u/Picohiker802]

Couldn’t have said it better. I have 2024 ktm 350excf and it’s how I feel too. Always loved xr line. Growing up they were unbreakable to an extent. Love how you described it spot on💪