klr feedback to newbie lurker

[Mike Reaves]

I am considering moving from my current steed (Harley FXDL) to something more versatile. I saw a reference to the KLR on another board and thought I would check it out with the experts (you guys). How does this beast handle on the street. I tried one on at the local shop and boy is this guy TALL. I used to ride in the dirt just after dirt was discovered and a dirt bike was really a street bike with higher mounted pipes. What kind of milage do you get on the rode? Will it do interstate speeds OK? If I get rid of the Harley then the KLR is going to have to take up commuting to work duties. About 50 miles a day. With an occasional trip to the dirt with my kids and their dirt bikes. I was also considering a sport bike but I think I'd probably kill myself on the newest crop....