Online stores

[iamrick]

Do you guys know of any online Australian stores that sell after market gear for the 650 at a reasonable price? I'm trying to cut down costs by not going through my fairly expensive local dealer.

Specifically, I'm after:

- Panniers (hard)
- Flush mount indicators
- Centre Stand
- Engine guard

Thanks for your help if you can :)

Rick.

[pilbaralad]

I am also after an Aussie supplier of skid plates that will fit with the Suzi centre stand and Givi Crah Bars.

I need a skid plate that is a compromise between protection and vetilation as I don't want to risk too much a reduction in airflow around the bottom of the engine due to the temps up here.

After a ride through some mud on the weekend and getting the oil filter, exhaust and oil cooler covered in mud I think I will look for a fender extender too.

[pilbaralad]

The following is a post that was an answer to Matt from Sydney (Lightning) post on his Givi shield.

I hear you loud and clear about Aussie distributors, really poor stocking of anything DL650 related and although the US sites such as AMS have lisitings for DL650 versions the supposed Aussie distributors dont even see fit to update thier websites to show them DL on them.

I have had my bike about a month now (had suzi centre stand, Givi crash bars and Ventura rack & Bag delivered with bike), and have been shopping for more stuff since, aaaarrrggghhh! How frustrating to see all our American and European brothers and sisters with these accessory manufacturers on thier doorstep and we have zip.

So.... I have ordered the following from overseas

Hyperlites - still waiting on delivery (11 days so far)
http://www.hyperlites.com

Sampson Sport Touring Beads (both seats) - ordered yesterday
Cramp buster (only cause Sampson can send it with the beads for zip)
http://www.sampson-sporttouring.com/

Fenda Extenda - AMS - Ordered today
Ventura light gaurds - AMS - ordered today
https://www.amotostuff.com/

Dan C Skid Plate - Ordering tonight
Dan C Radiator/Oil cooler guard - ordering tonight
Dan C Luggage guard - ordering tonight
http://community-2.webtv.net/CHERDAN/MyVStromAccessories/

I will most likely be going for the madstad sometime soon and as I live in WA will check out Eagle Screens in Perth next time I'm down there to see what they offer.

One Aussie maufacturer I did consder but was a little hesitant to fork out the quids just yet was www.sheepyhollow.com they have a very good website and make each cover to order, and yes....they list the DL650.
I have read some very good feedback on them and was very tempted but thought I would give the beads a go (much cheaper option first up)

Hope this may save some you from similar frustration.

Cheers

[pilbaralad]

This is Twistedthrottle.com 's twisted idea of shipping to Australia...don;t think I'll be buying from them!

Shopping cart
Prod: Product name: Price: Qty: Total:
Givi T436 Givi Tankbag (T436 - Magnetic) $69.57 $69.57
Givi T411 Givi Saddlebags (T411 Voyager) $121.59 $121.59
Subtotal: $191.16
Shipping and handling: $251.56
Total: $442.72

Select shipping method: UPS Worldwide Expedited $ 251.56
UPS Worldwide Express $ 258.88

[pilbaralad]

Great News....found a Brand New website bringing the SW Motech stuff into Australia as well as other brands. I picked up a Kaoko Throttle Control from him a couple of days ago, Nice Bloke (Michael). He set up the site after getting frustrated trying to get gear for his Beemer. He is open to suggestions for his site and I'm sure you'll agree his prices are good. I am buying the SW Motech Quicklock tankbag off him, Twisted throttle wanted more than the bag is worth to send from the states so having an aussie dealer will be great!

http://www.motorradgarage.com.au/

Make sure you let him know you found his site from stromtrooper.com
I told him if he supports the site he could get on the vendors list!

[stormbringer]

And also www.norrus.com.au