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[dsn_klr650] possible klr650 newbie
Posted: Mon May 22, 2000 8:26 am
by Kurt Simpson
> I've had a desire to own a dual purpose bike for years, but
> at 5'-6" and with a 29" inseam, I didn't think I would even be able to
> throw a leg over anything (especially at my advanced age of 53),
> never mind get both feet down at a stop. I understand with the really
long
> suspension travel that these bikes are much more comfortable than a
> regular street bike, true?
I'm a former and probably future owner of a KLR. For some reason the members
allow me to post on the list occasionally. This is a case where I have to
strongly recommend you look at the DR650SE. It starts out being an 1 inch
closer to the ground and is designed from the factory to be lowered another
inch and a half. In addition, the cockpit is likely to be a perfect fit for
you.
Kurt
[dsn_klr650] possible klr650 newbie
Posted: Mon May 22, 2000 9:01 am
by Arne Larsen
--- In
DSN_klr650@egroups.com, "Kurt Simpson" wrote:
> I'm a former and probably future owner of a KLR.
Then we'd be singing... "Welcome baaaack... the dream for your ticket
out..."
Arne(old Horshack)
[dsn_klr650] possible klr650 newbie
Posted: Mon May 22, 2000 11:49 am
by Bogdan Swider
> 5'-6" and with a 29" inseam, I didn't think I would even be able to
> throw a leg over anything (especially at my advanced age of 53),
>
I have a 30" inseam + I'm also 53. I installed the lowering kit and shaved a
couple of inches of foam off the seat (also inserted a gel bladder). My feet
are flat on the ground but with not much to spare. You'd be fine with this
arrangement. If you want a dual-sport that's more touring biased than the
650 Suzuki that would be the way to go. Bogdan
(nklr) kidney belts
Posted: Wed May 24, 2000 4:03 pm
by Dale Johnson
I have a question.. What is the differance between a kidneybelt and a
belt they sell in the store for lifting heavy objects? I saw a belt
at Wal-Mart for $8.00 last week.
--- In
DSN_klr650@egroups.com, Russell Scott wrote:
> Get a kidney belt if you don't have one. Not only will you have
less
> fatigue, but you actually ride better, especially in the dirt,
because they
> force you to site more upright, and absorb some of the jarring your
body
> takes.
>
> Russel'r
> -----Original Message-----
> From: k650dsn@a...
> Sent: Wednesday, May 24, 2000 6:25 AM
> To:
dsn_klr650@egroups.com
> Subject: Re: [DSN_klr650] (NKLR) Kidney Belts
>
> In a message dated Wed, 24 May 2000 7:42:06 AM Eastern Daylight
Time,
> ELubejko@w... writes:
>
> they can benefit a rider. I was wondering how many other folks out
there
> use one of these belts and how does it benefit you. What brand do
you
> use. How much do they cost, ect. Fred, do you have these in stock?
If I
> chose not to get one now, I might need one to get home!
>
> Ed (Biker down, and bike is still in the shop awaiting parts!)
>
> >>
>
>
> They are great. I use one for any long distance riding or off-road
ride.
> They hold your insides together and keep your lower back from
getting
> tired. I have an AXO, but I think any Motocross style would do.
Don't
> waste your money on the leather ones.
>
>
> Gino