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klr650-digest       Thursday, January 13 2000       Volume 02 : Number 1313



Re: WAS(klr650) Plastic Engine Shroud, now CAUTION!
Re: (klr650) KLR650: Oval Wheel?
(klr650) NKLR - Dakar Rumors - Stg 8 (with harley content)
Re: Subject: (klr650) Plastic Engine Shroud
(klr650) NKLR-Shim Bank
RE: (klr650) NKLR-Shim Bank
(klr650) headlight fuse keeps blowing
RE: (klr650) NKLR-Shim Bank
Re: (klr650) KLR650: Progressive 500/560 Spring
RE: (klr650) KLR650: Progressive 500/560 Spring
(klr650) Southestern&florida  riding  areas?
(klr650) NKLR Southeastern&Florida  riding  areas?

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Date: Thu, 13 Jan 2000 13:03:41 -0500
From: Mark <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: WAS(klr650) Plastic Engine Shroud, now CAUTION!

At 9:45 AM -0800 1/13/00, Seiler, Kevin wrote:
>All this talk of using WD 40, Acetone, and MEK on plastics makes me a
>little worried. Don't use organic solvents like the stuff you're talking
>about on plastic. It will most likely dissolve and dry out the plastic
>making it brittle, even if the damage is not apparent right away.
>
>Kev

Another good adhesive remover is "Goo-Gone".
BTW: WD-40 is safe on plastics for this type of thing.  It's not a volitile
solvent like acetone, MEK, ether, chloroform, etc.  Motocrossers use it all
the time when changing graphics on their bikes.
The our submarine crew uses it to clean crude oil off clear acrylic (a
chemically sensitive plastic) sample boxes & chambers, the acrylic sphere &
viewports and GRE compents on the sub.
When you're a mile down, brittle plastics are the last thing on your mind.
Mark
B2
A2



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Date: Thu, 13 Jan 2000 19:05:06 GMT
From: "Di or Eddie C" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (klr650) KLR650: Oval Wheel?

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From: Browning, Scott <[e-mail]>
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Sent: Wednesday, January 12, 2000 8:41 AM
Subject: (klr650) KLR650: Oval Wheel?


>>   When I slow to a stop on apparently flat pavement, it feels like my
>>front end is bobbing up and down in much the same way it would if the
>>front wheel were oval in shape.  (snip)>

>Could a warped brake disc cause this effect?

Absolutely.  I warped mine with a disk lock.  Sounds like my symptoms.

Eddie
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Date: Thu, 13 Jan 2000 14:21:30 EST
From: [e-mail]
Subject: (klr650) NKLR - Dakar Rumors - Stg 8 (with harley content)

** Another Rest Day due to terrorist threats and forced airlift to Libya,
race to resume on Monday, Jan 17, 2000.

**  KTM protest BMW's tire swap.  FIM rules in BMW's favor, KTM to appeal.

Rumors Heard in the Pits:

KTM:  General feeling is good, engine reliability problems will be less a
factor due to shortened race.  KTM rider Cox is not happy since he had to
change engines in the desert during race conditions and feels cheated.
According to Cox, "All leading KTM riders were planning on engine
replacement, I chose to swap early, now maybe the original engine will go the
shortened distance - Rats!"  Roma replied, " Its like NASCAR and pitting for
tires under green, Cox is unlucky, me, I change my engine when nobody looking
- - on airplane trip to Libya, pretty smart, ah?"

BMW:  German intelligence is investigating reports that the Spanish and
Austrian governments are responsible for the "terrorist threat".  Said lead
investigator, Herr Snoop, "Zeez guys (KTM) will do any zing to win."  In
other news, BMW tech director, Prof. Duh Shaftherr said, "Investigation of
Deacon's (Boxer 900RR) crash has revealed that the "fuzzy dice" trim option
used by John lead to an unstable condition at certain speeds -- seems the
dice went into resonance at the drive shaft's first critical torsional
speed.....We have removed the dice from Jimmy Lewis' rig, but the chain gang
(F650RR) will continue to use the dice.  Woody trim package is still a go!"
When R. Sainct was ask about KTM's protest he replied, "How do you say in
English - cry babies, wa, wa, waaaaa."

Kawasaki:  All 3 riders still in the race.  Slowly moving up in overall
standings, hope to finish in top 100.  When the lead rider was asked to
access Kawasaki's progress in the race, he said, "All bikes running very
good, riders tired but rest days nice, seems that valves are "tight" although
we had them serviced at authorized dealers all along the route.  We believe
the African technicians are using the North American procedure where they
"listen" to the valves.  We think, this not good.  One rider reports a wobble
at slow speeds, thinks it is wheel related.  Will be checking with our
international tech support group at klr650lists--- for recommendations.  See
you in Cairo."

Harley Davidson:  Harley plans to sue KTM for trade mark infringement.
According to Harley, the Orange and Black KTM color scheme is already in use
by the Motor Company.  KTM was not available for comment.

Reported by:  Knotz Z Truth, [e-mail]

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Date: Thu, 13 Jan 2000 15:29:26 -0500
From: Mark McCoy <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: Subject: (klr650) Plastic Engine Shroud

I think there is also a 3M product for use in body work for getting adhesive
slime off that can be purchased at better discount auto supply shops like
Pep Boys.  You could also go to an automotive paint store and getting
something.

Mark McCoy

"Seiler, Kevin" wrote:

> I finally got the parts to fix my KLR after the crash. I unwrapped the
> plastic engine shroud  and pulled the protective plastic sheet off. Some
> of the glue from the sheet stayed on the plastic shroud. Any suggestions
> on how to get it off without scratching the shroud?
>
> Alex
> ----------------------------------------------------------------------
>
> I get this stuff for the electronics I work on called "Label Adhesive
> Remover" by a company called 'Chemtronics'. Good stuff, Maynard. It
> works on all plastics without damage. It foams up like touch and foam,
> but wipes up and leaves no residue. You can pull a sticker off in
> strips, and it will work it's way under the remaining sticker pieces.
>
> Kev
>
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Date: Thu, 13 Jan 2000 15:58:51 EST
From: [e-mail]
Subject: (klr650) NKLR-Shim Bank

I know this was within last couple of weeks, but I lost a few files and would
like to hear direct from the Keeper of Shims. I apologize for the repeat, but
you have to remember when I got my engineering degree use of a 20" slide rule
was almost considered cheating. All this computer stuff is self taught and
the instructor is getting a bit long in tooth. <g>

Jim-A13-Cocoa

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Date: Thu, 13 Jan 2000 14:30:36 -0700
From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: (klr650) NKLR-Shim Bank

Hi Jim,

Tell me what # shims you need and I'll tell you if I have them...

Kurt

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> [e-mail]
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> To: [e-mail]
> Subject: (klr650) NKLR-Shim Bank
>
>
> I know this was within last couple of weeks, but I lost a few files and would
> like to hear direct from the Keeper of Shims. I apologize for the repeat, but
> you have to remember when I got my engineering degree use of a 20" slide rule
> was almost considered cheating. All this computer stuff is self taught and
> the instructor is getting a bit long in tooth. <g>
>
> Jim-A13-Cocoa
>
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Date: Thu, 13 Jan 2000 14:46:34 -0800
From: "Lou B. DeSimone" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) headlight fuse keeps blowing

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keeps blowing. I've checked all the wiring that I've modified (neutral =
switch) and under the seat and tank and it all looks good. My bike idles =
in gear, but when I hit the gas to drive, the headlight goes out =
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Date: Thu, 13 Jan 2000 14:30:36 -0700
From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: (klr650) NKLR-Shim Bank

Hi Jim,

Tell me what # shims you need and I'll tell you if I have them...

Kurt

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> From: [e-mail]
> [mailto:[e-mail]]On Behalf Of
> [e-mail]
> Sent: Thursday, January 13, 2000 1:59 PM
> To: [e-mail]
> Subject: (klr650) NKLR-Shim Bank
>
>
> I know this was within last couple of weeks, but I lost a few files and would
> like to hear direct from the Keeper of Shims. I apologize for the repeat, but
> you have to remember when I got my engineering degree use of a 20" slide rule
> was almost considered cheating. All this computer stuff is self taught and
> the instructor is getting a bit long in tooth. <g>
>
> Jim-A13-Cocoa
>
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Date: Thu, 13 Jan 2000 18:40:29 EST
From: [e-mail]
Subject: Re: (klr650) KLR650: Progressive 500/560 Spring

In a message dated 1/13/00 3:09:55 PM !!!First Boot!!!,
[e-mail] writes:

<< Despite advice that one can simply release the top and
 bottom bolt holding the shock and slide it out the bottom (maybe on a
 different model), >>
Had the same question as I have changed shocks twice and could not fiqure out
how to remove from bottom (must have been an Aggie).  Could someone enlighten
on how it's done.

Larry

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Date: Thu, 13 Jan 2000 16:44:45 -0700
From: "Kurt Simpson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: (klr650) KLR650: Progressive 500/560 Spring

> << Despite advice that one can simply release the top and
>  bottom bolt holding the shock and slide it out the bottom (maybe on a
>  different model), >>
> Had the same question as I have changed shocks twice and could not fiqure out
> how to remove from bottom (must have been an Aggie).  Could someone enlighten
> on how it's done.
>
> Larry

Here is Elden Carl's advice:

"Jack the bike up under the engine so the rear wheel is barely touching the ground.

Loosen the upper shock bolt and remove the bottom shock bolt along with the lower bolt
holding the lever.

Swing the Uni-Trak link out of the way

Remove the upper shock mount bolt and pull the shock out the bottom."

Kurt


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Date: Thu, 13 Jan 2000 18:56:51 EST
From: [e-mail]
Subject: (klr650) Southestern&florida  riding  areas?

Im  heading  from  So.  Bend  IN.  to  Key  West  FL.  I  will  have  my  KLR
 with  me.  Does  anyone  know  of  good  riding  in  FL.  or  South
Caralina?  I  am  already  stoping  in  No.  Geogia  (Sucres)  and
Greeneville  S.C.  area.  How  about  the  S.C.  coast  or  any National
Forests?

HDKLR@AOL
A-6  12K

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Date: Thu, 13 Jan 2000 19:14:18 -0500
From: Stuart Heaslet <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) NKLR Southeastern&Florida  riding  areas?

At 06:56 PM 1/13/00 -0500, [e-mail] wrote:
>Im  heading  from  So.  Bend  IN.  to  Key  West  FL.  I  will  have  my
KLR
> with  me.  Does  anyone  know  of  good  riding  in  FL.  or  South
>Caralina?

Ocala National Forest would be one place that would be right off I-75 on
your way to Key West.   Not a whole lot going on in south Florida, except
for the interior south and west of Lake Okeechobee towards Big Cypress.
Depending on where you stay in the Keys, there are some interesting side
roads.   And if you're inclined, you can try riding nekkid down Duval
Street in Key West to see if anybody notices.

Stuart

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