2008 fuel mpg?

[Fr. Don]

Glenn, I average about 46mpg on my '08. This isn't as much as some folk, but I'm doing 70mph on a daily 80 mile commute. It makes a difference. Don+

On 8/3/07, Glenn wrote: > > I would be interested in hearing what the mpg of the new 2008 KLR650 > is. Now knowing that not everyone gets the same (or even close) gas > mileage as each other I'd especially like to know from someone who > previously owned a pre-08. Just post what you got on your KLR-classic > and what you get now on the new KLR. Would like to know for commuting > purposes if the 08 lost any mpg with the slight engine enhancements. > I'm thinking it might be time for an upgrade. > Thanks. > Glenn > 03 KLR650A17 > > > -- All other pursuits pale in comparison to your walk with the Living God. "And ye shall seek me, and find me, when ye shall search for me with all your heart." Jeremiah 29:13 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

[Mike Peplinski]

Try changing your grip on the bars. I found that if I kekep a death-grip the fingers tingle. I hold the bars as loose and comfortable as I can and still keep control. Also you can change the pressure point of your grip. After awhile it becomes automatic. Your problem is not unique. Most of us either deal with it or forever search for a cure. Good luck and ride safe.

>From: Ryan McNabb >CC: DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com >Subject: [DSN_KLR650] Handlebar vibes >Date: Thu, 02 Aug 2007 02:40:04 -0400 > >Hello again - >I'm forever asking questions, but what is my best chance for cutting >down on handlebar vibrations? I've got partial paralysis in my left >index and middle fingers - no joke. What's best - filling the bars with >birdshot? Inserting a snake? Someone suggested aluminum bars? Are >there rubber mounts that help? I am also having a hard time finding gel >grip gloves with more than a laughable, thin layer of gel. I want >thick, cushy gel grips that will allow me to pound on my hand with a >hammer. It's either that or I'll just have my hand amputated and get >one of those claws - at least that way I can hold things without >dropping them. > >Thanks for all the excellent advice and assistance - >Ryan > > >List sponsored by Dual Sport News at: www.dualsportnews.com >List FAQ courtesy of Chris Krok at: www.bigcee.com/klr650faq.html >Member Map at: http://www.frappr.com/dsnklr650 >Yahoo! Groups Links > > >

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