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klr650-digest          Tuesday, June 15 1999          Volume 02 : Number 500




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Date: Tue, 15 Jun 1999 16:59:08 -0400
From: "Eric Jasniewicz" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) re:  Moto Carrier

There are two different types I have found.  At my webpage under
Miscellaneous.  I have links for both companies.

EJ
www.angelfire.com/ga/ericjazz




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Date: Tue, 15 Jun 1999 14:02:53 -0700 (PDT)
From: "John B. Hillstrom" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) Pro Gold chain-lube?

So on a mountain-bike forum I was reading, there was wide agreement that
ProLink bike lube from Pro Gold Products http://www.progoldmfr.com/ is great
stuff.  I haven't used it.

Anyone have experience with their motorcycle product?

I think they make GPS-enabled deer-whistles too.

- -John

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Date: Tue, 15 Jun 1999 16:06:13 -0500
From: Rappster <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (klr650) packing it in

Hey Dan,
I use "Canoe Dry Bags" that come in various sizes.  They are tough, waterproof and
strap on several at a time.  Works great for me.
Richard in Missouri

dan shaw wrote:

> hey listers
>
> im trying to figure out how to pack everything i need on the klr for
> long, long (months) trips. so far ive been getting away with strapping
> a large athletic gym bag to the rear rack, but this is not gonna do it
> for the big trips. the aerostich saddle bags look nice but they also
> look small for there price. ive been thinking about the kawi tail bag
> and making something like the aerostich panniers except make them out
> of backpacks to hold more things. id like something that i can fit a
> full grocery bag into.
>
> is there any good large soft luggage that would work well. doesnt even
> have to be for a bike. whats the best way (cant afford hard luggage) to
> really pack it in?
>
> thanks
>
> dan
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Date: Tue, 15 Jun 1999 14:07:55 -0700
From: Tom Myers <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: (klr650) Moto Carrier

>I was thinking I'd do a carrier that would hold the front wheel and
>let the back run on the ground....just need to take the chain off (you can't
>allow any part of the bike trans to turn, not even in neutral....Fred
>showed me what happens

My cousin dragged a "Honda Trail 90" 9,000 (around the USA) on the rear
wheel (as above) without removing the chain. (I wouldn't do that with my
400!).  Moral of the story is that if he can go 9,000 maybe there's no
worries on a short jaunt?

Tom

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Date: Tue, 15 Jun 1999 14:17:09 -0700
From: "Trent D Dotson" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) Seat Height

Hey all,

Eric was kind enough to get me hooked into this list.  I am seriously
considering a KLR650 as my next bike.  However, I have read that the height of
the bike can be a problem.  I am 6'1" tall with an inseam of 33".  Does anyone
out there have similar measurements and can you give me some insight about how
comfortable you are on the bike?

Thanks...

PS:  There are no KLR650s present in any dealerships here in Tucson where I
live.  The only way that I can get to see one is by putting down a deposit and
then they will have one brought down from the warehouse in Phoenix.  Given
this... is the KLR650 a bike that any of you would buy without seeing it first?
Just checking your enthusiasm... not my stupidity.



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Date: Tue, 15 Jun 1999 17:43:22 -0400
From: "Blake, Paul" <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: (klr650) Seat Height

Trent,

I just purchased a '99 KLR650 about a month ago for the simple reason that I
am 6'1", about 180lbs.  I considered some of the low slung cruisers and
other dual sports as well, but when it came down to it, the KLR was the way
to go for me.  I am extremely comfortable on it, and have absolutely no
trouble reaching the ground.  It is a great all around bike if you are
looking for a dual sport.  I love the way it handles, and it has more than
enough guts to get me in trouble, even with my wife riding on the back!  I'm
not one to buy sight unseen, so personally I would be a bit uncomfortable
without at least being able to sit on one and get a feel for it.  I bet one
of the listers that lives in Arizona would be more than happy to let you
check theirs out!

Good Luck!

Paul
Dallas, Tx
A13



    Hey all,

    Eric was kind enough to get me hooked into this list.  I am
seriously
    considering a KLR650 as my next bike.  However, I have read that the
height of
    the bike can be a problem.  I am 6'1" tall with an inseam of 33".
Does anyone
    out there have similar measurements and can you give me some insight
about how
    comfortable you are on the bike?

    Thanks...

    PS:  There are no KLR650s present in any dealerships here in Tucson
where I
    live.  The only way that I can get to see one is by putting down a
deposit and
    then they will have one brought down from the warehouse in Phoenix.
Given
    this... is the KLR650 a bike that any of you would buy without
seeing it first?
    Just checking your enthusiasm... not my stupidity.



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Date: Tue, 15 Jun 1999 19:07:31 EDT
From: [e-mail]
Subject: Re: (klr650) Moto Carrier

Yeah i"ve seen these racks up close and personal, after the guy lost the bike
in front of my house. They hold the bike down by pulling down on the footpegs
with two "j" hooks and these two must have seen alot of bumpy roads cause
they were sheered off, and the bike ended up upsidedown.
I used to like these racks but i'll wait until they perfect it
- -neil

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Date: Wed, 16 Jun 1999 07:21:25 +1000
From: Ted Palmer <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: (klr650) Fw:   Looking for pics of KLR 600

Eric Jasniewicz wrote:

> From: Juan Carlos Iturria <[e-mail]>
[KLR600 sticker request from Mexico]

When I bought my 600B1 in Jan 86, the stickers on the plasticware lasted
about 5 days before I peeled them off and threw them, and the Uni-Trak
stickers off the swingarm as well.
All that's left is what's on the tank, and it looks better that way.

Mister_T



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Date: Tue, 15 Jun 1999 16:33:06 -0700
From: Mark C King <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650)klr650s down under

I wonder if the New USA KLR650 looks like the Australian version ?

http://www.kawasaki.com.au/html/klr650.html

I like the look of the Australian model

The sherpa looks just like the one on the Motorcycle online article

http://www.kawasaki.com.au/html/sherpa.html

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Date: Wed, 16 Jun 1999 19:59:52 -0400
From: "Steve" <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: (klr650) Moto Carrier

check out http://kartworld.com/cyclerack.html for cycle racks

I have the 400CR version of the rack but shouldve got the 710CR -- the extra
length means reduced load angle, not to mention can carry a much heavier
bike (700 pounds)



> -----Original Message-----
> From: [e-mail]
> [mailto:[e-mail]]On Behalf Of Blake, Paul
> Sent: Tuesday, June 15, 1999 11:37 AM
> To: '[e-mail]'
> Subject: (klr650) Moto Carrier
>
>
> Hello Everyone!
>
> On the way into work this morning, I saw an interesting means of
> transporting a motorcycle.  I'm sure most of you are familiar with the
> bicycle carriers that slip into a trailer hitch receiver.  Well,
> this was a
> similar set up, but built for a motorcycle.  This particular guy
> had a 250cc
> MXer on his.  This is something I have never seen before, and I
> think it is
> a great idea.  It's perfect for those that drive SUV's and don't want to
> haul a trailer.  Does anyone out there know anything about these?
>  Are they
> easy to load?  What do they cost?  Where can I get one?  I would love to
> have one if it is easier to load than breaking my back getting my A13 up a
> ramp and into the bed of my truck!!  :}  Plus it would allow more valuable
> cargo space in the bed of the truck during long trips.
>
>
>
> Paul
> Dallas, Tx
> A13
>
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Date: Wed, 16 Jun 1999 20:09:27 -0400
From: "Steve" <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: (klr650) Moto Carrier

OK, that last link to the cycle racks might have been bad.  Try this one:
http://www.kwmarketing.com/trailer.html

SORRY!

> -----Original Message-----
> From: [e-mail]
> [mailto:[e-mail]]On Behalf Of Steve
> Sent: Wednesday, June 16, 1999 8:00 PM
> To: [e-mail]
> Subject: RE: (klr650) Moto Carrier
>
>
> check out http://kartworld.com/cyclerack.html for cycle racks
>
> I have the 400CR version of the rack but shouldve got the 710CR
> -- the extra
> length means reduced load angle, not to mention can carry a much heavier
> bike (700 pounds)
>
>
>
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: [e-mail]
> > [mailto:[e-mail]]On Behalf Of Blake, Paul
> > Sent: Tuesday, June 15, 1999 11:37 AM
> > To: '[e-mail]'
> > Subject: (klr650) Moto Carrier
> >
> >
> > Hello Everyone!
> >
> > On the way into work this morning, I saw an interesting means of
> > transporting a motorcycle.  I'm sure most of you are familiar with the
> > bicycle carriers that slip into a trailer hitch receiver.  Well,
> > this was a
> > similar set up, but built for a motorcycle.  This particular guy
> > had a 250cc
> > MXer on his.  This is something I have never seen before, and I
> > think it is
> > a great idea.  It's perfect for those that drive SUV's and don't want to
> > haul a trailer.  Does anyone out there know anything about these?
> >  Are they
> > easy to load?  What do they cost?  Where can I get one?  I would love to
> > have one if it is easier to load than breaking my back getting
> my A13 up a
> > ramp and into the bed of my truck!!  :}  Plus it would allow
> more valuable
> > cargo space in the bed of the truck during long trips.
> >
> >
> >
> > Paul
> > Dallas, Tx
> > A13
> >
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Date: Tue, 15 Jun 1999 20:05:48 -0400
From: "David J. Draper" <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) (KLR650) More More I need More

I really like this  mail group you all have good advice and stories.  I
don't even own a klr 650 yet, but I'm looking forward to the next  MOAB
(2000?).   By the way it looks like Kaw is dropping the KLR250 in
exchange for the all-new Super Sherpa.  M/O has a write up on it at

http://www.motorcycle.com/mo/mckaw/y2kearly.html



I was wondering if anybody knows of any good email group on any of the
Triumph bikes?  Preferably a group based in the U.S.


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Date: Tue, 15 Jun 1999 20:19:14 -0400
From: Jimmy James <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) plastic meltdown

my '99 a13 has a heat shield with insulation under the plastic panel on =
the exhaust pipe side.  is this on the earlier models too?  it looks =
like it should work.  i don't want to melt anything.  somebody should =
mold a fiberglass replacement panel.  i reckon the color match would be =
the only challenge.  carbon fiber would be the trick.  james.

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Date: Tue, 15 Jun 1999 19:16:47 -0500
From: Ken Belfatto <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) RE: NKLR Best collection of Moab 99 pics on the web.

- -----Original Message-----
From:    Fred Hink [SMTP:[e-mail]]

As far as web page pics at : http://www.inil.com/users/ultraman/moab.htm
 I am having trouble getting them all to come up.

I can't figure out why, but if you reload the page a few times, you will get more.
I guess it's time to troubleshoot the html.



What was your story about the raft trip?  Did you not have a good time
there?

Adrift adventures, 6 hours of floating, 15 minutes of rapids.  When I could have been riding Onion Creek. But hey, they included lunch

Kenny


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Date: 15 Jun 99 18:20:33 PDT
From: Vince Powers <[e-mail]>
Subject: (klr650) Two Up With Kids

Does anyone on the list have any experience with riding two-up with their=

kids? I'd like to take my 10 year old son on some short rides this summer=
, but
I'm worried about how the bike will handle it. I'm 6' and 280lbs and my s=
on is
about 70 lbs. I've been riding for quite some time, but no two-up experie=
nce.
My wife (registered nurse, non-motorcyclist) says no way in hell, but I'v=
e
based my marriage on the premise that its easier to receive forgiveness t=
han
permission, so I'm looking forward to trying. Any input on riding methods=
,
appropriate safety gear for kids, sizing the child up for the bike, etc. =
would
be appreciated.

Thanks,

Vince Powers
97 KLR650
Mt. Union, PA

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