Wilsons Sandbox

Hey all, I've been lurking for a bit, but have enough questions that I think it's time to pipe up. I'm a contractor in the Northwest, which means I work a year and then have the option of taking 100 days off before returning to my job. Alaska's calling this year, and I'm not sure I can ignore it, especially after seeing most of the rest of the country on my old CB750K. I've wanted another ride for a while, and I'm thinking the KLR might be the one. So, my questions: I can get one in Vancouver, BC, for about $4K US, plus whatever Washington charges me in sales tax when I register it here. Is there any reason to hold out for a used one for a savings of a few hundred bucks (and a speedo in mph) in return for not having a warranty? Once I get one, how much should I plan on spending to get it tour-ready? Bags, windshield, doohickey, tires... And, who can show a road-only rider some tricks on the dirt without kicking my ass? Thanks! -Todd __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail Plus - Powerful. Affordable. Sign up now. http://mailplus.yahoo.com