Wilsons Sandbox

Hi guys, I just got my new KLR, it's awesome, even in the rain here in Jersey. Question 1: It has almost 1000 miles on it, and the guy I bought it from said I would have to take it to the dealer soon to get the valves adjusted. Is this true? Can I do it myself with standard tools, or do I need some special stuff? Questions 2: When the kickstand is down, I am able to put it in to gear and it stays running. I never had a bike where it does this, is something broken or unhooked, or is this just KLR style? Thanks, looking forward to a great summer of riding... Ron K

Just curious why I seemingly got bounced from the list... Yes, I sold my KLR, but I still enjoy this list and intend to continue lurking until Maw Kaw comes out with the KLR1000A1, V-twin sibling to the V-Strom. At which time I will rejoin the wonderful world of Dual Sport bikes. Funny, I saw a Toyota ( I believe) the other day with the factory insignia on the back of "Dual Sport"... I had to chuckle... Paul