nklr: i am pissed and yes i am yelling

[dooden]

My first change I about crapped myself when I pulled the filter and seen the flakes of metal, the oil had like a silerish metallic tint also, but since then nothing. My guess is transmission wearing in, more than engine. Unlike Cars and Trucks the oil is single purpose (engine) on the KLR its a dual purpose (engine/tranny). My thoughts Dooden A15 Green Ape

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, Darren Clark wrote: > I didn't see anywhere that much in mine. The only particles I found were > when I ripped the pleated filter apart at 500 miles, even then it was a > very small amount. I'd pull the filter in another 100, 200 miles and > check it out again. If there's any significant amount of metal, have it > checked out because something is grinding apart. BTW, my 3000 mile > filter had almost no metal in it. > > Darren Clark > > 2004 KLR650 A-18 > > Magikmann wrote: > > >Hello group, > > Well I just did my 500 mile service on my 05 KLR650, checked valve lash, adjusted balance shaft checked every nut and bolt and loctited the ones I removed to due the service work and also loctited the engine mount bolts etc. Did all the required services in the 500 mile schedule and then some. My Problem is that when I changed the oil into a clean pan it looked good, no metal particles but when I changed the filter there was a fair amount of metal in the housing and in the filter. Is this to be expected on a new motorcycle engine? What do I mean by a fair amount? Well it could probably fill a 1/2 a teaspoon or so. > > I am very familiar with engines in Cars, trucks, motorcycle two strokes and my Katana 1000F and my WR400 and I do not every recall seeing that much metal in any of my filters. I have rebuild quite a few engines, mostly in cars and trucks and my 2 stroke motorcycles and I am kind of worried about the amount of metal particles I got in this Brand New KLR. Is this Normal for this new engine? > > I saved the filter and a small oil sample which I will give to the Kawasaki dealership service dept and bring to my work and have a oil analysis done. I am going to change the oil and filter again in another 500 miles to see those results. Should I be worried ? > >Thanks, Magikmann > > > > > >[Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > > > > > > > >Archive Quicksearch at: http://www.angelfire.com/ut/moab/klr650_data_search.html > >List sponsored by Dual Sport News at: www.dualsportnews.com > >List FAQ courtesy of Chris Krok at: www.bigcee.com/klr650faq.html > > > > > >Yahoo! Groups Links > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > >

[josequ]

Do the valves really need to be adjusted after 500 miles? For the people that have done this at 500 miles, are you seeing them out of adjustment?

[Erik]

mine weren't, but they were close. if i had had valve shims I probably would've shimmed them up to max spec. i'll probably have to do it again, which sounds annoying now. i'd recommend doing it and shimming them up to max. erik

> Do the valves really need to be adjusted after 500 miles? For the > people that have done this at 500 miles, are you seeing them out of > adjustment? > > > > > Archive Quicksearch at: http://www.angelfire.com/ut/moab/klr650_data_search.html > List sponsored by Dual Sport News at: www.dualsportnews.com > List FAQ courtesy of Chris Krok at: www.bigcee.com/klr650faq.html > > > Yahoo! Groups Links > > > > > > >

[desertexplorer308]

mine were all tight when I did the service at 700 mi, at least one shim size tight..... not good to run it like that long term....

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "josequ" wrote: > Do the valves really need to be adjusted after 500 miles? For the > people that have done this at 500 miles, are you seeing them out of > adjustment?

[Doug Herr]

On Thu, 2 Jun 2005, josequ wrote:

> Do the valves really need to be adjusted after 500 miles? For the > people that have done this at 500 miles, are you seeing them out of > adjustment?

First check at 679.7 miles. Two of the four valves were far enough off to get new shims. One (the right intake) was fully out of spec (at .076MM / .003"). So, I would say that it is clearly a good idea to check them at the 500 mile service. -- Doug Herr doug@...

[george]

Hi All, I just had the dealer do my 500mile service on my 07 KLR650. The bike ran OK when I brought it in. Not great, just OK. It now runs like a different machine. Starts easy, minimal choke needed,smoother, and faster as well. The carb float was way off, and one of the intake valves was too tight. Oil change, filter, all all the rest. Plus they gave me a large can of chain lube. All for $94.00 I was thrilled! I'm very pleased with this bike. I plan on doing the doohickey myself shortly. George Andrews Duluth, MN

[usa1911a1]

I would gladly pay $94 for a 500 mile service that is done correctly...which is what you got IMHO. Unfortunately many of our friends on the web have not received what they paid for from their dealers. You should post the name of the dealer you used. Capt. Bob in Durham, CT. USA http://www.essexsteamtrain.com/ http://seniorbiker.blogspot.com 2006 A6F KLR Green Tires: Mefo 99 Explorers Country roads (20% dirt), dual tracks. NY State and Northern New England

----- Original Message ----- From: George To: DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, May 10, 2007 9:50 PM Subject: [DSN_KLR650] 500 mile service Hi All, I just had the dealer do my 500mile service on my 07 KLR650. The bike ran OK when I brought it in. Not great, just OK. It now runs like a different machine. Starts easy, minimal choke needed,smoother, and faster as well. The carb float was way off, and one of the intake valves was too tight. Oil change, filter, all all the rest. Plus they gave me a large can of chain lube. All for $94.00 I was thrilled! I'm very pleased with this bike. I plan on doing the doohickey myself shortly. George Andrews Duluth, MN [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

[Vladimir Vega III]

I hear I should expect to pay around $200+ here in CA. Because of my accident, [can't believe it!] I don't get to do my 500 mile service, probably for another month. Vlad ----- Original Message ---- From: George To: DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, May 10, 2007 6:50:21 PM Subject: [DSN_KLR650] 500 mile service Hi All, I just had the dealer do my 500mile service on my 07 KLR650. The bike ran OK when I brought it in. Not great, just OK. It now runs like a different machine. Starts easy, minimal choke needed,smoother, and faster as well. The carb float was way off, and one of the intake valves was too tight. Oil change, filter, all all the rest. Plus they gave me a large can of chain lube. All for $94.00 I was thrilled! I'm very pleased with this bike. I plan on doing the doohickey myself shortly. George Andrews Duluth, MN ____________________________________________________________________________________ No need to miss a message. Get email on-the-go with Yahoo! Mail for Mobile. Get started. http://mobile.yahoo.com/mail [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

[kuppy7441]

I am rapidly approaching my 5oo mile break in service on my '07 KLR. What should I be asking my dealer to service... My dealer is prodominatly a Harley Dealer and has not impressed me with their knowledge of the KLR. I am stuck with them because I am not very good at turning wrenches. Any guidance would be appriciated. Thanks KUP

[Terry Hamrick]

KUP The 500 mile check is not hard and would be a good way for you to introduce yourself to the art of motorcycle maintenance. Please consider buying a Clymer, read the articles on the 650 FAQ and download pertinent stuff from marknet. AND, reach out to the group when you need a little guidance. albatross thinks that do it yourself is much better than to let someone do it to your bike

On 7/6/07, kuppy7441 wrote: > > I am rapidly approaching my 5oo mile break in service on my '07 > KLR. What should I be asking my dealer to service... My dealer is > prodominatly a Harley Dealer and has not impressed me with their > knowledge of the KLR. I am stuck with them because I am not very good > at turning wrenches. Any guidance would be appriciated. > > Thanks > KUP > > > -- Terry Hamrick +1-919-523-7940 terry.hamrick@... [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]