subframe upgrade kit info

[Kris Cichon]

Hi Guys/Guls ... For these who are preparing their bikes for a next UTAH raylle ... Please check this ULR: http:\\www.globeriders.net\TANK\ (case sensitive) Tahnk You for looking ... Globeriders

[Lujo Bauer]

I have some questions about this tank: 1. What's the capacity? 2. Is it possible to use a locking gas cap. I *like* my locking gas cap. 3. What's a "dirt-bike style vent tube?" 4. Is a vacuum-operated petcock available? I *like* not having to fiddle with the petcock before and after riding. Anyone know any answers? Cheers, -Lujo

> -----Original Message----- > From: Kris Cichon [mailto:kris.cichon@...] > Sent: Saturday, February 09, 2002 1:27 PM > To: KLR list > Subject: [DSN_klr650] KLR ovesize gas tank > > > Hi Guys/Guls ... > For these who are preparing their bikes for a next UTAH raylle ... > Please check this ULR: http:\\www.globeriders.net\TANK\ (case sensitive) > Tahnk You for looking ... > Globeriders >

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[mikewalburn2002]

--- In DSN_klr650@y..., "Mark St.Hilaire, Sr" wrote:

> > no directions other than the information on the website. Has

anybody

> done > > the installation and do you know what the spacer is for. I would > probably > > figure it out when I finally go to do the install but thought I'd

ask.

> > I ordered their subframe bolt kit also. I haven't gotten it yet,

but Jeff,

> (the order-taking guy), already told me that the washer/spacer is

for,

> (Devon will appreciate this), the LEFT lower subframe bolt. It's

used to

> be sure there is absolutely no chance of chain contact with the bolt > end... > > > Wise men still seek Him... > > Mark St.Hilaire, Sr > A15 > Also: KLR6500@h... > HomePage: > http://home.adelphia.net/~msaint/index.html > KLR650 Motorcycle Pages: > http://klr6500.tripod.com/ > Valve Check & Adjustment Guide: > http://klr6500.tripod.com/valves.html

We apologize for not having the instructions finished in time for shipping of the product. The chicken and the egg thing. Anyway we are working on the "destructions" and will be e-mailing them to interested parties and the customers who have just ordered. Simply forward your e-mail address directly to me. Thanks for your patience. Note: Of the two shown in the photo on our site, only ONE 3mm stainless steel spacer is supplied with the kit (reasons outlined below). Also Apparently not everybody got to read this The lower sub-frame bolts are a bastard 27mm in length. The left one can't be ANY longer than that or it will make regular contact with the chain master link. This is why our upgrade has a 3mm spacer included. This spaces our plated 10.9 grade flange bolt out properly. At first glance the right side looks like it could make contact with the swing arm, but we have checked it carefully through full travel. It doesn't come close, so 30mm is fine. http://www.dual-star.com/Brand/KLR/KLR_650_subframe_upgrade_kit.htm We do not recommend cutting or grinding the left side bolt to length as this causes corrosion problems at the weld nut. It can also easily change the characteristics (strength) of the fastener if overheated. This is and has always been an issue with Jake's un-plated centerstand bolts. The task of repairing these low-grade hidden foot peg weld nuts from corrosion seizure (or thread locking compound) is painful (we've done it many times to customer owned KLRs). Mike Mike Walburn Product Development mike.walburn@... DUAL STAR Motorcycle Adventure Outfitters www.dual-star.com Tech Line (425) 776-RIDE M-F 10:00am-6:00pm PST FAX Line (425) 776-8876 24 Hr Order Line 1 800 GO N RIDE (466-7433) 24 Hr

[Krgrife@aol.com]

In a message dated 2/9/02 11:15:17 AM Pacific Standard Time, lbauer@... writes: << 1. What's the capacity? 2. Is it possible to use a locking gas cap. I *like* my locking gas cap. 3. What's a "dirt-bike style vent tube?" 4. Is a vacuum-operated petcock available? I *like* not having to fiddle with the petcock before and after riding. >> #1--Mine has a usable capacity of just over 7 gallons. #2--I don't think so. #3--Vent tube comes out of the top of the gas cap. #4--The stock Kawi petcock fits this tank, this is what I'm using. Kurt Grife

[mikewalburn2002]

--- In DSN_klr650@y..., "Kris Cichon" wrote:

> Hi Guys/Guls ... > For these who are preparing their bikes for a next UTAH raylle ... > Please check this ULR: http:\\www.globeriders.net\TANK\ (case

sensitive)

> Tahnk You for looking ... > Globeriders

I'd like to clarify a few things: The gas tank Kris is showing is not made by Acerbis - it is an IMS product. It is NOT the same tank that is used on the US Marine Corps KLR. There is one crucial difference. You will not get the same tank by ordering from your dealer either. If anyone has a need for the correct tank you can get it directly from Dual Star. Additionally: The Marine Corps KLR radiator and fan is still susceptible to side impact damage using this tank. We both make the same modifications to the fan frame to help minimize the problem. This is also why we have developed the new Dual Star RadGuard for the KLR 650. Any other current design does not properly address the issues. Our new RadGuard is in production now, will be shipping shortly and will be on our web site soon. BTW - As Dual Star is one the of major sponsors of The Ride Of The Heart, I'm not trying to impede funding for her adventures or give Kris a hard time, just trying to set the story straight. Mike Mike Walburn Product Development mike.walburn@... DUAL STAR Motorcycle Adventure Outfitters www.dual-star.com Tech Line (425) 776-RIDE M-F 10:00am-6:00pm PST FAX Line (425) 776-8876 24 Hr Order Line 1 800 GO N RIDE (466-7433) 24 Hr