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klr650-digest       Saturday, December 4 1999       Volume 02 : Number 1201



(klr650) Re: klr650-digest V2 #1200 Boots
Re: (klr650) Mexico,Money Up Front nklr
(klr650) Mexican policy
(klr650) Stock front shield vs Clearview
(klr650) Stock front shield vs Clearview
(klr650) 1985 KLR 600 for sale
Re: (klr650) Stock front shield vs Clearview
Re: (klr650) Do you like to be on top or bottom?? nklr
Re: (klr650) KLR wanted
(klr650) Re: EX 500 in KLR frame
(klr650) broken speedo mount
Re: (klr650) RE: boots
(klr650) NKLR Winter Gloves
Re: (klr650) RE: boots
Re: (klr650) Joe Rocket POS stuff
Re: (klr650) NKLR Winter Gloves

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Date: Fri, 3 Dec 1999 19:36:34 EST
From: [e-mail]
Subject: (klr650) Re: klr650-digest V2 #1200 Boots

In a message dated 12/3/99 4:26:31 PM Pacific Standard Time,
[e-mail] writes:

>   Best boots for the money are Prexport dual sport. Kinda like Aerostich
>  combat touring 18" tall but without a buckle. Price is $129.00 a pair.
 Do you know of a source?

Gary B.
A10 "Boat"

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Date: Fri, 03 Dec 1999 16:38:28 PST
From: "Conall O'Brien" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (klr650) Mexico,Money Up Front nklr

This is true. I have a friend who would buy worn-out ex-police cars at
auctions in the states and then sell them in Mexico for a hefty profit. Not
any more.

Conall


>From: "billmonahan" <[e-mail]>
>Reply-To: "billmonahan" <[e-mail]>
>CC: <[e-mail]>
>Subject: Re: (klr650) Mexico,Money Up Front nklr
>Date: Thu, 2 Dec 1999 20:04:24 -0800
>
>I believe it would actually be a "cash bond" or "surety".  It is a deposit
>to ensure the return of the vehicle.  You'd be amazed to know how many US
>cars end up in Mexico, whether they have valid papers or not.
>
>----- Original Message -----
>From: Jose Luis Vazquez G. <[e-mail]>
>To: George Basinet <[e-mail]>; Bogdan Swider
><[e-mail]>
>Cc: <[e-mail]>
>Sent: Thursday, December 02, 1999 7:51 PM
>Subject: Re: (klr650) Mexico,Money Up Front nklr
>
>
>Guys, for what I know is not a fee or a tax, but a  bail , a way to be
>sure the vehicle will back after the temporary import time expires.
>lots of cars remains in MΘxico, as well as motorcycles,after they must
>go back to US.  you can import a motorcycle anytime  550cc or bigger
>despite the year or kind, but until recent days the government did
>agree to import pickups  from 90 model or older. but not cars.
>Hope this helps.
>Greetings.
>Jose

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Date: Fri, 03 Dec 1999 21:33:41 -0600
From: juan carlos ibarra <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) Mexican policy

Hi guys/gals,

At the risk of starting something horrendous, I'll try to explain why this
fee was devised.

Mexican politics never plan ahead, they only react. So we have thousands of
cars that have been smugled in the country. Official car dealers complain a
lot about this, so the government figured that tourists don't really sell
their cars in Mexico, these are sold by pros. The cars these guys s sell
are not worth much more than $600.00 so no car smugler is going to invest
more than what he can get from his dirty deed.

So if you are a tourist, you'll get your car out of Mexico and get you doe
back; if you are a car smugler, that's another deal.

Personally I think it is a silly thing to do when it is ver obvious that
people need cheap cars to be more productive. Instead of trying to stop the
smugling,  the gvmt should reduce the 100% federal tax we pay on new cars.

Thinking of it the government should do many things like stop whatever they
are doing now, whatever that is; spontaneous caos is much better than the
induced one we enjoy here!

Juan


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Date: Sat, 04 Dec 1999 02:58:25 -0800
From: "C. Michael Williams" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) Stock front shield vs Clearview

Just had the opportunity to take my "new" 95 KLR for an extended ride
this evening.  Up until now, it had been 2 miles to the grocery in 30
degrees etc..  After about 100 miles at speed from 45 to 70mph, I have a
question for those of you who have used both the stock front shield and
the taller replacement models.  Do you experience as much buffeting
around the helmet with the stock as you do with the extended (mine is a
Clearview)?  The stock shield wasn't included with my bike, so I can't
make comparisons, but the Clearview left me with blurred vision and a
headache after 30 minutes or so.  Is Kawasaki the only source for a
stock screen?  What are approximate prices?  Is the stock screen worth
trying if I desire less helmet buffeting while not minding less wind
protection?

I test rode a friend's bike before buying mine,  and didn't notice these
symptoms.  He had a 2000 model.  However, I didn't ride for an extended
period at any speed, and I used his open faced helmet instead of my
closed faced.  Too many variables to make an evaluation, so I thought
some of you may be able to help...

Michael Williams


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Date: Sat, 04 Dec 1999 03:00:49 -0800
From: "C. Michael Williams" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) Stock front shield vs Clearview

Just had the opportunity to take my "new" 95 KLR for an extended ride
this evening.  Up until now, it had been 2 miles to the grocery in 30
degrees etc..  After about 100 miles at speed from 45 to 70mph, I have a
question for those of you who have used both the stock front shield and
the taller replacement models.  Do you experience as much buffeting
around the helmet with the stock as you do with the extended (mine is a
Clearview)?  The stock shield wasn't included with my bike, so I can't
make comparisons, but the Clearview left me with blurred vision and a
headache after 30 minutes or so.  Is Kawasaki the only source for a
stock screen?  What are approximate prices?  Is the stock screen worth
trying if I desire less helmet buffeting while not minding less wind
protection?

I test rode a friend's bike before buying mine,  and didn't notice these
symptoms.  He had a 2000 model.  However, I didn't ride for an extended
period at any speed, and I used his open faced helmet instead of my
closed faced.  Too many variables to make an evaluation, so I thought
some of you may be able to help...

Michael Williams


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Date: Sat, 04 Dec 1999 08:19:26 -0500
From: Scot Macdonald <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) 1985 KLR 600 for sale

For sale:

1985 KLR 600 - good condition
16k miles
new clutch, new tires, new battery, runs well

Bike is located in Plymouth, Massachusetts - could possibly deliver in
New England.

asking $1,200  - make me an offer..........

Scot Macdonald
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Date: Sat, 4 Dec 1999 07:08:44 -0700
From: "Verle Nelson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (klr650) Stock front shield vs Clearview

- ----- Original Message -----
From: "C. Michael Williams" <[e-mail]>

> Is the stock screen worth trying if I desire less helmet
> buffeting while not minding less wind protection?
>

Your question is timely. Friday, I installed a new 16 inch Rifle windshield
on my KLR650. The quality, fit and finish of the product was fine, but I've
already removed it, repacked it and stored it away because the buffeting was
worse with the new shield than it was without. Imediately after trying my
KLR with the Rifle shield, I rode the same course on a naked bike and found
the smooth air much more tolerable. For the purpose of this test, I rode
with open face helmet, sunglasses and no face shield in 40 degree weather.
To be fair, my eyes did not water behind the windshield; they watered
considerably on the naked bike. Still, I really disliked the severe
buffeting behind the windshield.

My problem with the stock shield is: it puts a wind blast on my upper chest
which goes right up my face shield. For this reason, yesterday I
experimented with removing the mini-fairing or windscreen entirely but
couldn't come up with any ideas I liked or found esthetically acceptable. So
I'm back to the stock shield, probably permanently.

Verle Nelson
'97 R1100R
KLR650 A13
Cedaredge, CO USA



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Date: Sat, 4 Dec 1999 09:13:07 -0500
From: "Walter Lesnowich" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (klr650) Do you like to be on top or bottom?? nklr

From: "Arne Larsen" <[e-mail]>

> From: Bogdan Swider <[e-mail]>
>
> > Arne (ListMASTER of his domain) & others. When I peruse
> > the list I like to read replies on TOP of the original posts. I've
> > already read the first message and may want to refer to it, but
> > don't want to read it again.  Like most of you I don't read every
> > message all the way through; when it's on top I can decide quickly
> > whether to read on or go to the next one.
>
>
> I remember when Kurt instructed me that posting below the original
> message was the way it should be done.  It made sense to me then,
> so I'm carrying on the tradition.  If you would rather be on top, hey
> fill your boots.  No sweat off my back - there's too much hair for that.
> I have to say though that your memory must be better than mine...
> Every time I read a post that's above an original message, I find myself
> perusing down to find out which topic or idea is being responded to, in
> order to put things into the context they should be in.
>
>
From a site of Netiquette Guidelines at
http://www.va.gov/publ/standard/internet/rfc18551.htm
in the Table of Contents 3. One-to-Many Communication
which can be clicked on or go directly at
http://www.va.gov/publ/standard/internet/rfc18553.htm
Within the topic General Guidelines for mailing lists and
NetNews it states - If you are sending a reply to a message
or a posting be sure you summarize the original at the top of
the message, or include just enough text of the original to give
a context. This will make sure readers understand when they
start to read your response. Since NetNews, especially, is
proliferated by distributing the postings from one host to another,
it is possible to see a response to a message before seeing the
original. Giving context helps everyone. But do not include the
entire original!

You can see how the replies flow together from first to last in
this post where I wanted to reply to the original post by Bogdan
and Arne's reply at the same time so as not to loose contexts.

I recommend that everyone on the list read though the Netiquette
Guidelines site as it can only make us all better posters.

Walt - Aw14 (Central Pennsylvania - Allegheny Plateau Edition)



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Date: Sat, 4 Dec 1999 10:07:00 -0700
From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (klr650) KLR wanted

I have a '98 in excellent condition, 7,800 miles. I have family in
Wisconsin so delivery might be possible...I'm asking $3,700

Kurt Simpson
Editor, Dual Sport News
Salt Lake City, UT

- ----- Original Message -----
From: Myron Dargus <[e-mail]>
To: <[e-mail]>
Sent: Thursday, December 02, 1999 4:36 AM
Subject: (klr650) KLR wanted


> A friend of mine is looking to buy a 1996 or newer KLR650, prefers low
> miles, excellent condition, in the upper midwest area  He is located
in
> Minneapolis/St. Paul area.  If any one knows of any for sale please
contact
> me off list.  Thanks.
>
>
>
> Myron Dargus 96' R1100GS
> Thief River Falls, Mn. 98' KLR650
>
>
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Date: Sat, 4 Dec 1999 13:11:52 EST
From: [e-mail]
Subject: (klr650) Re: EX 500 in KLR frame

   I have always wanted to put a EX500 motor in a KLR frame,
KLR frames wheels are hard to find, People don;t junk UM just keep riding
them.

  Mike

In a message dated 12/3/99 5:50:51 PM EST, [e-mail] writes:

<< Rev. Chuck
 '99 KLR650
 '87 EX500 >>

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Date: Sat, 04 Dec 1999 18:27:59 GMT
From: "zootpatutie ." <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) broken speedo mount

wiring for grip heaters today, noticed the speedometer mount fractured.
pieces are a good match, what is the best adhesive for a repair.  JB Weld?

todd
A9 zootscoot

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Date: Sat, 4 Dec 1999 13:38:07 EST
From: [e-mail]
Subject: Re: (klr650) RE: boots

Where are the Prexport dual sport boots found?

Thanks

Scott Bower
Redondo Beach, CA
98 DR 650

Roomate has KLR650 :)

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Date: Sat, 4 Dec 1999 13:47:53 -0500
From: "Mark Wilson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) NKLR Winter Gloves

I am looking to buy some new winter riding gloves. I am considering the Hein
Gericke Concord gloves. Do any of you have these gloves? Are they worth $54?
Can anybody suggest a better pair for a better price?
I want some that are real warm and comfy..

Thanks,
Mark Wilson
http://www.geocities.com/motormark64/
http://www.angelfire.com/mo/motormark/
KLR-650 A-13 " Warthogg"
Stone Mountain, Ga.


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Date: Sat, 4 Dec 1999 12:25:50 -0700
From: "Verle Nelson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (klr650) RE: boots

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

> Where are the Prexport dual sport boots found?
>
> Thanks
>

I used GoHip, http://www.gohip.com/  a popular parallel search program to
search for Prexport dual sport boots and found several sources. Any favorite
search program should do.

Verle Nelson ([e-mail])
'97 R1100R
KLR650 A13
Cedaredge, CO USA


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Date: Sat, 4 Dec 1999 15:52:21 EST
From: [e-mail]
Subject: Re: (klr650) Joe Rocket POS stuff

I have to concur with your impression of the quality of Joe Rocket equipment.
I bought one of their tank bags and it has to be one of the most stupidly
designed and unusable  pieces ever put up for sale.

It was as if the tank bag was designed by someone who had never been on a
motorcycle. It  was obviously never tested before being put up for sale.

John F.

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Date: Sat, 04 Dec 1999 13:55:02 -0800
From: Brian <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (klr650) NKLR Winter Gloves

Hands down the best quality, most durable, warmest, and waterproof glove on the
market.... Buck up the extra coin you will not regret it !!
http://www.intersportfashions.com/right/html/gloves1.asp#winterracepilot
As well as excellent product support, and hey when your touring down the Hwy.
the last thing your thinking about is the extra 20 skins you saved, when your
hands are numb...
I use these in the summer and love them...
http://www.intersportfashions.com/right/html/gloves3.asp#speed

ciao,
Brian.

Mark Wilson wrote:

> Can anybody suggest a better pair for a better price?
> I want some that are real warm and comfy..


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