digest number 3078

[TexasThumpin@aol.com]

Yesterday evening I had the privilege of speaking with Mr. Carl for about an hour. Man, is that guy knowledgeable. It will be a sad day for the bike world when he goes to interview with Saint Peter. I learned more about my KLR in that one hour phone conversation than I had in the last 10 years. My hat is off to Mr. Carl in salute. Not only does he know the KLR inside and out, he is a joy to speak with. If only we had more Elden Carl's around. I really got a kick out of the fact that he is 67 and his wife, I think he said was 75. Yet they still routinely ride Baja two up on his KLR. Right now he is riding a DR650 which I think he plans to work his magic on. I do need something from the group, if you have it. Mr. Carl told me to ask for an article on his bike written by a Mr. Robert Morgan. I think it was December 1999. If anyone has this article, I sure would like to get a copy. Thank you. Jim TT [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

[jimsherlock]

Anyone know where to find 3/16" or shorter staples necessary to attach the Travelcade/Saddleman Gel Seat kit?? 1/4" is the shortest I can find. Thanks much. Try Home Depot. Besides, a 1/4" staple should not pierce through the seat anywhere. .250" is pretty small. Jim Cedar Creek, Texas

[jimsherlock]

You need to ask someone that is fairly tight with him for a number. I do not believe he is on-line. I didn't ask for his physical address. The man is a guru and knows his stuff. He and his wife are in their 60's and 70's, yet they still two up dual sport ride in the dirt. Right now he is using and building a Suzuki DR. Jim Cedar Creek, Texas PS: I have his info around here somewhere. If no one takes care of you, notify me off list. I'll give him a call and ask permission to give you his number. Please don't ask if I'll just give it out, because the answer is No.