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[dsn_klr650] valve shim problemmmmmmmmmmzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
Posted: Sat Jul 29, 2000 8:01 pm
by Fred Hink
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I sell the shims for $3.99 and also have the rotor pullers for about $10. The shims are measured in mm. The .05mm is equal to about .002 inch. So you are correct, changing a shim 235 to a 245 will change your clearance about .004".[/b] [b]
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DSN_klr650@egroups.com [b]Sent:[/b] Saturday, July 29, 2000 5:24 PM [b]Subject:[/b] [DSN_klr650] valve shim problemmmmmmmmmmzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
just doin my first routine valve shim adjustment thang.....
[dsn_klr650] new klr650 owner....new borg nklr
Posted: Sun Jul 30, 2000 8:44 am
by Toby Lampson
John Hart wrote:
> Well guys I am now the beeming new owner of a slightly used 2000
> KLR650. I purchased at the dealer today. When I got there I found
> that the Mileage was actually 2600 not 600. Since we were dealing on
> #$3800 he took another $200 off. I think I got a fair deal. The bike
> is in mint condition and even had a couple of extras on it. It had
> the clearview windshield, and some foam handgrips.
We have confirmation of Borg shopping skills.
> I was real impressed with the handling of the bike on the way home. I
> ran it 75mph-79mph and the bike was not too buzzie. It tracked
> nicely. When I got close to home I hit some bad two lanes and some
> gravel and it soaked it up with ease. It is amazing what a light
> motorcyle is like. It is sure the oposite of the K12LT. Kind of like
> going from a lexus to a 15 year old pickup. Of course you have sunday
> shoes and work shoes right?
Old pickup cyberlink, check. Shoes, check.
> I am looking forward to getting comfortable with this bike. Kind of
> had a scare. Did not know you had to pull the clutch in AND be in N
> to start. Other than that I am going to buy the centerstand and skid
> guard. Probobly get the pegs too.
Modifications in progress. Check.
> I have never had a bike with a chain, all shaft drive. Learning to
> care for a chain will not be fun. Anyway I am on the list now What do
> you think?
Confirmation. Entering chain lube controversy.
We have a Hart.We have a Hart. Docking completed.
'Welcome Hart!'
'Now continue assimilating Nature'.
'Warning! Utilisation of anatomical impact
devices during this proceedure is wise.'
End.
Slide out.