From: owner-klr650-digest@lists.xmission.com (klr650-digest) To: klr650-digest@lists.xmission.com Subject: klr650-digest V2 #112 Reply-To: klr650 Sender: owner-klr650-digest@lists.xmission.com Errors-To: owner-klr650-digest@lists.xmission.com Precedence: bulk klr650-digest Wednesday, March 10 1999 Volume 02 : Number 112 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Wed, 10 Mar 1999 17:57:15 -0500 From: "J.Taylor" Subject: (klr650) [Fwd: Re: [NKLR650) Shipping a KLR] Message-ID: <36E6C78A.5EC5@bellsouth.net> Date: Wed, 10 Mar 1999 14:27:06 -0500 From: "J.Taylor" Reply-To: klr650@bellsouth.net X-Mailer: Mozilla 3.01C-KIT (Win95; I) MIME-Version: 1.0 To: "Rev. Chuck MacKarness" Subject: Re: [Nklr650) Shipping a KLR References: <19990310191119.22093.rocketmail@web512.mail.yahoo.com> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Rev. Chuck MacKarness wrote: > but Alaska was > much farther away in 73' :^) Yes, it seems to crawl closer each year unless you have to ride there on a stock KLR seat. Then it purposely backs up the closer you get. Stuart, if you'll wait another six months, Alaska will be even closer by then. Fewer mile on the odometer means better resale values. Jake ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 10 Mar 1999 11:05:03 -0800 (PST) From: "Rev. Chuck MacKarness" Subject: Re: (klr650) C'mon... > "By the way, Jeff, I hope that test you were studying for wasn't one for sanity. :)" > >> C'mon man, there's no need to get personal (smiley face or no). Your e-mail had me thinking until I got to this part. I'm sure I'm not the only one you lost with that comment. Keep it relevant (which you had up until that point), keep it witty, make it irreverent too, but keep it courteous. The list seems to be in a slump lately in this regard. Pulpit mode on: I have to agree with you Jaun, the list is slowly becoming a place to *safely* insult others, while hiding in our apparently anonymous glass houses. I have greatly benefited from the many years of skill this list represents, as I think many have. I would like to continue. Let's try to keep our political, religious and otherwise non-KLR listing to a constructive minimum. Pulpit mode off: == Rev. Chuck '99 KLR651 :^)> ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 10 Mar 1999 16:08:44 -0700 From: "Pokluda, Gino F" Subject: RE: (klr650) KLR's in Daytona >>Also saw a KLR 500 with Canadian license plate, Do they still sell these in Canada? I never saw one before.<< They used to sell a Tengai 500 also. A DSN subscriber owns one. At the Thumper Rally, someone had a KLR with all decals removed with the BMW roundels on the tank also. It was white. Go figure. Gino ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 10 Mar 1999 18:40:42 -0800 From: nocoffee@juno.com Subject: Re: (klr650) Re: (nklr)WIFE ON WHEELS Even though Killarney (that would be the wife) continues to >remind >me that I already know everything, I would not mind taking the course >myself. If for no other reason than to reduce my insurance rates >(however I >am sure it would be very beneficial for me as well, just don't let her >know >that). Would you recommend separate courses or is there a course that >comes >with a marriage counselor! In my humble opinion, wives do better by themselves. Also, refrain from saying "that is not the way I do it" as much as you can. Kudo's for suggesting that she take a MSF course, however, make sure that it is her idea, not yours. It is the best investment you can make! Kentucky MSF Instructor Norm ___________________________________________________________________ You don't need to buy Internet access to use free Internet e-mail. Get completely free e-mail from Juno at http://www.juno.com/getjuno.html or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866] ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 10 Mar 1999 18:19:39 -0800 From: nocoffee@juno.com Subject: Re: (klr650) Re: (nklr)WIFE ON WHEELS >This website would be a good place to start, it will teach the theory >of how >to crash a bike the right way and not get hurt... Crash a bike the RIGHT??? way? Does the article cover avoidance techniques? ___________________________________________________________________ You don't need to buy Internet access to use free Internet e-mail. Get completely free e-mail from Juno at http://www.juno.com/getjuno.html or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866] ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 10 Mar 1999 18:47:33 -0500 From: "Stephen Rivett" Subject: Re: (klr650) KLR's in Daytona I didn't see one at the Kawasaki dealer in town and I believe they had one of everything. They only had a 650 and a 250. The 250 was only 800$ less. - -----Original Message----- From: JeffeyJ@aol.com To: klr650@lists.xmission.com Date: March 10, 1999 6:06 PM Subject: (klr650) KLR's in Daytona >Also saw a KLR 500 with Canadian license plate, Do they still sell these in >Canada? I never saw one before. > >Jeff Bryn >Miami, FL > > ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 10 Mar 1999 17:43:37 EST From: JeffeyJ@aol.com Subject: (klr650) KLR's in Daytona Seen in Bike parking lot at Daytona International Speedway during Bike Week '99. 1. KLR with street tires and dual disk brakes in front, nice clean job, looks like original equipment, spoked wheel 19" I think. 2. 2 newer KLR's with Alligator Enduro stickers. I ran this enduro years ago on a Husky, it was tough then. These bikes were very muddy. I wonder how they did? 3. And the winner, Parked in the Honda Riders Club parking lot, KLR painted all Black, good quality paint job too, Kawasaki name on engine sidecovers filled in, and to top it off, BMW roundels on both sides of the gas tank! I guess he gets prestige and cheap repair bills at the same time. This was another nice clean job. I'm sure he fools a lot of people into thinking it's a BMW. Also saw a KLR 500 with Canadian license plate, Do they still sell these in Canada? I never saw one before. Jeff Bryn Miami, FL ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 10 Mar 1999 19:35:50 -0500 From: "Steamroller" Subject: Re: (klr650) Re: (nklr)WIFE ON WHEELS Best thing to happen to ya', buddy. My wife started last year on a Nighthawk 250, too small from the start, she'a an Irish/Italian/German Gymnast, so of course she can ride better than me!!! Now she bought herself a 1999 Kawy Vulcan 750. Riding has never been better. P.S. I taught her the basics, then enrolled in the MSF beginner course. Best of Luck, NY Pete - -----Original Message----- From: Robert Morgan To: Darrel & Deanna ; KLR list Date: Tuesday, March 09, 1999 8:03 PM Subject: (klr650) Re: (nklr)WIFE ON WHEELS >Darrel, fellow Listers >I need your advice. My wife has purchased a motorcycle. This may not >strike folks as odd, however she has always avoided mine as if it were a >coiled rattlesnake. I guess the upcoming trip to Moab and the amount of >time I have spent over the last couple of years with my bike were enough to >sway her. I am still not sure. >First, the bike. We found a brand new Honda CT90 trail bike, its a 78 with >200 miles on it. I figured it would be a good bike to get started on. Step >through frame, light weight, centrifugal clutch, yellow, I know I can get my >money out of it if we decided to sell it. It is also street legal, although >I wouldn't ride it on the freeway. So far the bike is cute and not >intimidating for her. >Second, She has never even ridden on a motorcycle, let alone driven one! I >have enough respect for my wife and her temper ( six foot tall Irish >descended REDHEAD) to know better than to try to teach her how to ride it >myself. I recall when we were at the Del Mar Mile race you mentioned you >taught a motorcycle safety course in Oxnard. I was hoping you might have an >address or phone number of someone in this area who taught a similar course >that might be up to a challenge. >Thirdly. Even though Killarney (that would be the wife) continues to remind >me that I already know everything, I would not mind taking the course >myself. If for no other reason than to reduce my insurance rates (however I >am sure it would be very beneficial for me as well, just don't let her know >that). Would you recommend separate courses or is there a course that comes >with a marriage counselor! >Fourth. There might be a DSN article here if I live to tell about it. THIS >IS A MAJOR DEPARTURE FROM THE NORM FOR THIS HOUSEHOLD. Any advice or >suggestions welcome here. Also any support from our female listers is more >than welcome. >Morgan >moving into a whole new phase in his life > > > ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 10 Mar 1999 20:32:55 -0500 From: "J.Taylor" Subject: (klr650) [NKLR] Helmet brake light. Found this company at bikeweek and see many people commute daily on their KLR's. The system uses a transmitter that clips into the rear brake light and when the brake lever is depressed, activating the rear light, the transmitter lights up the light on the back of your head. The helmet light unit has a reasonably well built look to it, is lightweight and fits in a snap with removable (when you want) adhesive. Comes with two baseplates for if you own two helmets or occassionally ride two up, the passenger can mount the light on theirs. http://www.safedriving.com Jake, in no way affiliated with these guys, just thought it a good idea. ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 10 Mar 1999 20:28:56 EST From: LPetty4585@aol.com Subject: (klr650) Oil Leak The rubber plug that I am referring to is below the stator. The plug is about the size of a quarter. Any suggestions Thanks Larry ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 10 Mar 1999 18:08:44 -0800 From: "Arne Larsen" Subject: Re: (klr650) re. NKLR ....line-up - - the R-80GS has less plastic than the TransAlp and a proven >track record off-road if for no other reason than Helge's legendary accomplishments on >his...what do the rest of you think? > >Kurt Doesn't Helge ride a F650? I could be wrong (just ask my wife). Arne ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 10 Mar 1999 18:19:51 -0800 From: "Arne Larsen" Subject: Re: (klr650) re. Spring Industry Announcments I think you're right Kurt, and even though I'm sure people are getting tired of me and this topic, I have truly appreciated all the feedback and useful input. Yes, I will most likely get the KLR. I was drooling over the prospect of the Tengai I tried to get. Very disappointed that it got away... there's something about a bike that you don't find on every street corner. I have been finding other used KLR's around though. Besides the one I mentioned with the 650 kilometers on it, I found a used '99. TWENTY SIX KILOMETERS!!! Cool eh? Arne - -----Original Message----- From: Kurt Simpson To: Arne Larsen Date: Wednesday, March 10, 1999 1:34 PM Subject: Re: (klr650) re. Spring Industry Announcments > > >>Gino and Kurt; >> >>Should I hold off on a D-S purchase before hearing what these mysterious >>announcements are??? >> >>Arne (money burning a hole in my pocket) Larsen > > >No, buy the KLR that fits your budget... > >Kurt ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 10 Mar 1999 18:24:34 -0800 From: "Arne Larsen" Subject: Re: (klr650) Vasque Sundowners...NKLR I have a pair of Vasques ($280.00 CAN., gortex lined etc..) that I have been wearing for around 6 years. I think I'm on my 3rd sole... and no, they're not stitched. Some kind of vulcanizing process. Arne - -----Original Message----- From: Kurt Simpson To: Bogdan Swider ; brbo@uniserve.com ; KLR List Date: Wednesday, March 10, 1999 1:45 PM Subject: Re: (klr650) Vasque Sundowners...NKLR > > >Bogdan wrote: > > >Let me put in a word for Vasque Sundowners.They're not cheap, >$180-200 U.S. (What's the loonie worth now?), but I believe a great value >Completely waterproof, they come in widths & you can walk all day in them. >Best part, they're cool (In both ways but here I mean the original sense of >the word). Much cooler than running shoes for example. I've ridden and >walked in them when it was 100+ many times. I buy them so they fit with >Spenco inserts. > >I reply: > >I have a good friend who loves them as well..the only thing I don't like about >Vasque's is that you can't redo the soles... > >Kurt > > > > ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 10 Mar 1999 18:22:00 PST From: "Juan Villarreal" Subject: (klr650) Kudos (NKLR) Just want to send a "thank-you" to the list for the three most recent hot tips. The helmet brake light thing sounds like a no-brainer (I'm going to order one tomorrow), and the website listing all the safety articles could be invaluable. And today I went out and adjusted my chain using the 1/8" from the rubber method that was mentioned by someone. The previous method of measuring what seemed to be a floating chain seemed to be an inexact science at best. Thanks again for the great info, and keep it coming. Juan Villarreal, '97 KLR "The Grateful Hooligan" Get Your Private, Free Email at http://www.hotmail.com ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 10 Mar 1999 18:38:40 -0800 From: "Arne Larsen" Subject: Re: (klr650) KLR's in Daytona >Also saw a KLR 500 with Canadian license plate, Do they still sell these in >Canada? I never saw one before. > >Jeff Bryn >Miami, FL No. The only new KLR's are the 250 and 650. Arne ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 10 Mar 1999 23:03:56 -0500 From: Mark Subject: NKLR RE: (klr650) KLR's in Daytona That sort of thing reminds me too much of this Toyota Corolla that I saw in Philadelphia with the grille & emblem from a SAAB 9000 on it. Mark SNIP> At the >Thumper Rally, someone had a KLR with all decals removed with the BMW >roundels on the tank also. It was white. Go figure. > > >Gino ------------------------------ Date: Thu, 11 Mar 1999 15:25:50 +1000 From: Ted Palmer Subject: Re: (klr650) Dynojet kit in a 600 and jetlist Mike Ratta wrote: > Believe me, when you make changes like those, they are across the whole > range, and they will lean out the idle / slow settings which arent covered So far, my 600 seems to be remarkably immune to bad running due to some impromptu mods, such as removing the muffler or airfilter. Maybe the original jetting has enough latitude to cover mods only on one end of the motor at a time. It's currently running without the airbox snorkel but with standard muffler. The times it's run without the muffler it's idled with the customary KLR regularity of a diesel and revved without any noticable flat spot. The only time the mixture has been really upset is when there was some water in the floatbowl. The last time I even touched the mixture screw was about 5 years ago. I'm hoping to get some good flow from the modded stock muffler. I was at a dyno tuner the other day and it turns out one of the guys there has a DR650. It seems the DR owner had the same idea as me WRT fitting a carbon can off some big twin. In his case he found a repairable carbon can from a wrecked VTR Honda and adapted it to the DR. That DR is alleged to have around 40hp at the rear wheel, so if I can match that with my little 564cc then I guess I'll be doing ok. I'll leave the airbox pretty stock apart from a modified inlet, until I can find a way to mount a cylindrical K&N of some sort onto the stock tube from airbox to carby, retaining at least some of the airbox shell (as the airbox performs other duties such as rear mudguard and battery holder). With an alternate filter element, I could practiacally remove the filter access plate and cut a bigger hole in the RHS and/or match that up to a cold air scoop and duct on the RH sidecover. Still kicking around some ideas, Mister_T ------------------------------ Date: Wed, 10 Mar 1999 23:55:18 +0000 From: Tom Simpson Subject: Re: (klr650) KLR fairing At 09:46 PM 3/10/99 -0000, Andy Burton wrote: >I notice the `fairing` (plastic bit around the headlamp) on the American >KLR's have a taller windshield and flare out to the side above the mudguard. > >Does it work??? To a degree. It deflects the wind off of the torso pretty well. - -Tom '96 KLR 650 ------------------------------ End of klr650-digest V2 #112 ****************************