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klr650-digest         Friday, January 1 1999         Volume 01 : Number 438




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Date: Fri, 1 Jan 1999 11:46:56 -0700
From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (klr650) altimeter

>I know someone that did.  The altimeter actually works on atmospheric
>pressure, so it must be rest frequently and is altered by storm systems.  The
>GPS is the best altimeter around.  I'm holding out for the wrist GPS with cell
>phone option.
>
>Gino


Cloudhid tells us it exists already and it has a name from Superman
....Ir..Irid..Iridium...only a thou a month....

Kurt

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Date: Fri, 1 Jan 1999 11:49:44 -0700
From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) Re: DR350 (NKLR)

>I'm going through the tedious drill of breaking in the DR350 right now.
>Already looking through catalogues to see what goodies are out there for it.
>Frankie(my wife) has confiscated all of the credit cards!  Anyone know of
>another tail rack option other than Suzuki?
>
>Gino

I love this...I get to go to school again on you. I sit back and watch while you get
Tim Bernard all excited about the DR (spend 1/2 hour with him and you'll find that is
where his heart is)...and together the two of you create small adventure superbike.
Then in two years, I come along and reap all the rewards...

I'll support you all the way...Frankie...now give him back those cards....afterall he
has already saved $3,000 by not buying the KTM. What, you never heard about any
KTM...ooopss sorry.

Kurt

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Date: Fri, 01 Jan 1999 14:23:03 -0600
From: Hungree <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) altimeter

Gino said:
The GPS is the best altimeter around.  I'm holding out for the wrist GPS
with cell phone option.



then hungree asked:

Anyone familiar with Eagle Explorer GPS?  I aquired one last summer and
haven't done much with it, yet...

It seems to be real accurate as a speedometer, but the altitude function
doesn't seem to work very well (example: as I drive up hill, the
altitude starts climbing, but as I crest the top and head down it keeps
climbing...it seems to wander up and down even when sitting still, I
think.  Does it need to be calibrated or something ???

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Date: Fri, 1 Jan 1999 17:40:30 -0500 (EST)
From: [e-mail] (michael Stecyk)
Subject: (klr650) GPS systems

       Dear Lists,
                      Some of us may differ
in opinion--GPS are really toys for the have all biker .I use maps and
common
sense when i ride and have travelled well
with out gps.Been with riders with them and even they admit novelty
wears off
quickly. Lifes more fun when you don't
have tech. bailing your ass.Like i wrote -this is my opin.
               Less is best
            Mike {Montreal }

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Date: Fri, 01 Jan 1999 18:09:11 -0500
From: Stuart Heaslet <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (klr650) Performance

At 10:52 AM 1/1/99 -0500, [e-mail] wrote:
>In a message dated 12/31/98 3:43:55 PM Mountain Standard Time,
>[e-mail] writes:
>
><< There have been a fair amount of posts about upgraded mufflers for the
> KLR650 and how they improve horsepower and performance.  Can someone
> give me an explanation as to how this is accomplished technically?  My
> first thought was that the muffler is the last in the chain of events,
> after the explosion, so how could it improve power?  It obviously does,
> just how exactly? >>
>
>I'm not an expert at this, but here is the general concept of how all of this
>works.  Internal combustion engines work on the flow of a fuel, air, and
>exhaust gases flowing from the intake tract(air cleaner and fuel supply)
>through the combustion chamber and out the exhaust port(s) through the header
>pipe and finally out the muffler.  All motorcycles imported into the US are
>set up to pass emmisions standards, not for peak performance.  Restrictive
air
>cleaners, lean jetting in the carb and restrictive header pipes and mufflers
>slow the flow of all of the elements and keep the engine running lean.
>Anytime you free the restrictions at one end, you will basically get better
>performance (all things must be kept balanced, however).  So, if you supply a
>free flowing air cleaner, you add more air to the mix.  If you rejet the
carb,
>you get more fuel to the mix.  If you install a free flowing performance
>exhaust system, your exhaust gases are evacuated from the combustion chamber
>more effeciently and allow for more air/fuel mix to enter chamber as a result
>of less back pressure from the exhaust system.  Granted this is an over
>simplification, because there are all kind of other factors.  This is the
>basic principle, however.

I prefer CA Ron's explanation - a big mouth needs a big a**hole - or
something to that effect. :-)
Stuart

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Date: Fri, 1 Jan 1999 18:09:27 -0500 (EST)
From: [e-mail] (michael Stecyk)
Subject: (klr650) Y2k

     Dear List,
              I know this has nothing to do with KLR 650 --Is there
actually
  anybody cocerned about Y2k?I was just watching TV and they had a story
about a family from CA[What where the chances]
stockpiling food .This is America Are you nuts? Rnning out of food
....thats an idea!
                                            Tortuga

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Date: Fri, 1 Jan 1999 17:45:20 -0000
From: "Eric Jasniewicz" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) KLR exhaust - Gianelli

I know I sent this out a while back, but exhausts have pooped up a a topic
lately, so...

Try this, my Italian ain't so good, but they did have something available
for the Tengai at least.  Anyone out there ever hear of these guys?  They
are popular in Europe.

http://www.giannelli.it

They list the following place in Miami as a dealer:

 Cycle Imports
 522N.W. 79 AVE

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Date: Fri, 1 Jan 1999 16:30:23 -0700
From: "Fred Hink" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (klr650) altimeter

- -----Original Message-----
From: Hungree <[e-mail]>
To: KLR List <[e-mail]>
Date: Friday, January 01, 1999 6:25 AM
Subject: (klr650) altimeter


>Gino said:
>The GPS is the best altimeter around.  I'm holding out for the wrist GPS
>with cell phone option.
>
>
>
>then hungree asked:
>
>Anyone familiar with Eagle Explorer GPS?  I aquired one last summer and
>haven't done much with it, yet...
>
>It seems to be real accurate as a speedometer, but the altitude function
>doesn't seem to work very well (example: as I drive up hill, the
>altitude starts climbing, but as I crest the top and head down it keeps
>climbing...it seems to wander up and down even when sitting still, I
>think.  Does it need to be calibrated or something ???
>
>
>

No, that is just the nature of the beast.  Uncle Sam has put in an error
factor in the GPS readings that changes constantly so that the commies
couldn't drop an A-bomb on the White House.  (like that would make a
difference)

Fred   (close only works for hand grenades and GPS readings)

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Date: Fri, 1 Jan 1999 18:31:28 -0500 (EST)
From: [e-mail] (michael Stecyk)
Subject: Re: (klr650) Y2k ENd of world

     Dear Rob,
                 I have drained all bank and stock accounts.Every thing
under matress
like Grand-ma told me to do years ago--if i had only been wiser .NO
BIGGER FOOL THAN AN OLD FOOL.
                                   MIKE -MONTREAL-no adress security
reasons

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Date: Fri, 01 Jan 1999 18:05:31 -0500
From: Bill Haycock <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) Altimiter and clock, etc

There have been a number of posts about altimeters and clocks.  The
GPSIII has an excellent clock (gets time hacks from satellites!)
Altimeter is very accurate and does not need calibration (3D
triangulation with three or more satellites) and also monitors voltage
on your battery as well as multiple trip odometers, sunset/sunrise data,
and a host of other feathers, not to mention the GPS function itself
with a real read out map as you go! Oh yea, a great compass feature that
is accurate as it is not affected by metal in the area (works off the
satellites again).

Those interested in all these features should consider a GPS - there are
many that are less costly then the GPSIII (no map feature) but for me, I
would never save the bucks and lose that map!  it is fantastic!

Check out the web page article on GPSIIIs for dealers - the prices have
fallen greatly in the last six months!

Aerostich catalog has a full page of GPS mounts for cross bars and
handle bars - I have the Tourtec model.  Expensive but a great piece of
German machinery!

If you order a GPS (whatever model) be sure you order a few 12volt
external power cords so you can run 12volts from your bike battery to
the GPS - not good to use batteries in the GPS on the road - vibration
is a problem with thumpers!

Bill

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Date: Fri, 1 Jan 1999 17:37:53 -0700
From: "josh sammons" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (klr650) GPS systems

i think for the most part you are correct.  but after getting lost on a
series of logging roads about 20mi from my house i have modified that
opinion somewhat (luckily didn't have to spend the night).  unfortunately
most of the roads i travel on aren't on any map i can find.   i have all the
local forest service maps and state atlases.  the gps is a good source for
positioning info but i wouldn't depend on it exclusively.   i still bring
the maps with me anyway.  i will admit that i think situations are a little
more fun when you don't know exactly where you are.  later
josh '92 klr650


- -----Original Message-----
From: michael Stecyk <[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail] <[e-mail]>
Date: Friday, January 01, 1999 3:36 PM
Subject: (klr650) GPS systems


       Dear Lists,
                      Some of us may differ
in opinion--GPS are really toys for the have all biker .I use maps and
commonhouse
sense when i ride and have travelled well
with out gps.Been with riders with them and even they admit novelty
wears off
quickly. Lifes more fun when you don't
have tech. bailing your ass.Like i wrote -this is my opin.
               Less is best
            Mike {Montreal }

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Date: Fri, 1 Jan 1999 19:58:37 EST
From: [e-mail]
Subject: Re: (klr650) GPS systems

In a message dated 1/1/99 2:42:27 PM Pacific Standard Time,
[e-mail] writes:

<<                       Some of us may differ
 in opinion--GPS are really toys for the have all biker >>
Mike--I must disagree, I spend a lot of time in Baja and the maps cannot be
depended on. There are remote areas where the GPS adds a margin of safety and
also for charting the routes I have actually taken versus what appears on the
maps.  About 3 years ago I found myself in a potentially life threatening
situation where knowing my exact position would have helped tremendously.
Upon my return from that trip I purchased the cheapest Magellan and if it's a
toy it is one that I find very useful.  Doesn't mean that I don't still carry
a compass and use it or that I would depend only on GPS.
Kurt Grife
Avila Beach, Ca

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Date: Fri, 01 Jan 1999 19:08:55 -0600
From: Hungree <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (klr650) altimeter

hungree asked:
Does it need to be calibrated or something ???


Fred said:
No, that is just the nature of the beast.  Uncle Sam has put in an error
factor in the GPS readings that changes constantly so that the commies
couldn't drop an A-bomb on the White House.  (like that would make a
difference)

Fred   (close only works for hand grenades and GPS readings)


and hungree added:

...and horseshoes, and dancing, and...

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Date: Fri,  1 Jan 99 17:45:29 PST
From: "Marick Payton"   <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) NKLR Ted Simon slide show in SF

Ted Simon, of "Jupiter's Travels" fame is going to be showing
slides from his 4-year around the world adventure (on a '74
Triumph 500) in San Francisco on Friday, the 22nd.  If interested,
give him a call at 800-593-2603.  Cost is $10 and also entitles you
to $5 off one of his books (the other being "Riding High").  Or, you
can just mail the money to him at 25750 E. Lane, Covelo, CA 95428.
If you haven't read Ted's books you are missing a real treat.

Heck, if you don't live in the Bay Area, fly in and I'll put you
up at Casa Marick. But, make those reservations early.

Marick

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Date: Fri, 01 Jan 99 18:03:42 PST
From: "[e-mail]" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) Re: (nklr650) Y2k

A friend of mine sent me this link. Some interesting info on it.

Alex
SJ, CA - KLR 97

>You may be aware of some of the issues for the year
>2000, but there are rising concerns for economic
>responsibilities to the consumer and lawyers are
>getting ready.
>
>http://www.year2000.com/y2klawcenter.html


=3D=3D=3D
Kempokid
- ----------
>      Dear List,
>               I know this has nothing to do with KLR 650 --Is there
> actually
>   anybody cocerned about Y2k?I was just watching TV and they had a stor=
y
> about a family from CA[What where the chances]
> stockpiling food .This is America Are you nuts? Rnning out of food
> ....thats an idea!
>                                             Tortuga
>
>
>

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Date: Fri, 1 Jan 1999 21:13:53 -0500
From: Guy Cheney <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) Steering Bearing Lube

Hi y'all,

Fred was right about the rear suspension; with 6K miles on the bike it
needed lubing badly.  He also recommended that I lube the steering head
bearings and avoid the fate of his friend who had them seize as he
attempted to negotiate a corner.  What I ask from you, o miscreants all, =
is
suggestions, hints, caveats and such regarding the disassembly of the fro=
nt
end.  Regale me with your tales of success and failure at the hands of yo=
ur
KLRs.  =

BTW, the recent discussion of using PVC spacers in the forks brought to
mind my experience of rebuilding the forks of a '77 BMW R100S.  There are=

two white plastic spacers in each fork assembly which, when I got to them=
,
had literally disintegrated into a mushy deposit at the the bottom of the=

fork slider.  The PVC spacers in the top of the fork tubes were, however,=

intact and apparently unaffected by the fork oil.
Once again, sincere thanks to those who share their knowledge and
experiences, stories and jokes, opinions and observations.  In spite of m=
y
wife's growing concern for my mental health I do read each and every
posting to the list and enjoy the time I spend doing so.

Yours,

Guy Cheney

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Date: Fri, 1 Jan 1999 21:31:34 EST
From: [e-mail]
Subject: (klr650) Getting ready for spring and---

I have a question. (Go figure)

While browsing a Yamaha dealership here in Denver, CO, I noticed that their MX
bikes have a rather clever little mud guard in-between the rear wheel and the
monoshock. It appears that the KLR has a similar potential but I am not sure
if anything is made for it either OEM or after market. Any thoughts?

I would certainly like to keep all the gunk I can off of the shaft of the
shock.

Erik.

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Date: Fri, 1 Jan 1999 18:58:19 -0800
From: "Darrel & Deanna" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (klr650) Getting ready for spring and---

- -----Original Message-----
From: [e-mail] <[e-mail]>


>I have a question. (Go figure)
>
>While browsing a Yamaha dealership here in Denver, CO, I noticed that their
MX
>bikes have a rather clever little mud guard in-between the rear wheel and
the
>monoshock. It appears that the KLR has a similar potential but I am not
sure
>if anything is made for it either OEM or after market. Any thoughts?
>
>I would certainly like to keep all the gunk I can off of the shaft of the
>shock.
>
>Erik.

Erik-  I had the same concern and checked with my local Kaw dealer to find
that there doesn't seem to be a purpose made item to fit in that gap between
the rear fender and the swingarm.  You could try aftermarket mud guards, but
I chose to take a piece of rubber floor matting and bolt it to the fender
using the pre-existing holes.  I cut it long enough to extend to the bottom
of the swingarm.  Doesn't look bad and certainly saves wear 'n' tear on the
shock.
Happy Ridin'
Darrel
L.A.  (If you haven't been to L.A., don't fret, it'll eventually come to
you)

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