subframe upgrade bolts etc .....

[wingrj@aol.com]

Need some opinions. I've come across a 1989 KLR250 with less the 11K miles on it. The guy is asking $1500. Is this a good deal, or would I be taked for a ride? The bike appears to be in good shape, not beat up at all. Says it has been setting in a wharehouse all this time(?) Whatcha ya'll think? Viewed best in the text font 'Courier' ___ /___\ (!* *!) __\^-^/__ / ___ \ _/ |___| \_ (__\=/ \=/__) O=|_[ ]_|=O \.---./ | = = | | =.-.= | !_|| ||_! =|| ||= <| |> | | | | _____`-'_____ Wish I could go through life like I go through traffic

[Anthony Verno]

Kelley, the only source for a service manual for the KLR 250 that I know of is the one from Kawasaki. If you plan to keep your bike for awhile, I would invest in it. Valve adjustment is very simple with the screw type adjusters, get the manual and go for it. Anthony Message: 2 Date: Wed, 26 Jun 2002 00:41:34 -0700 (PDT) From: Kelley Kinser Subject: KLR 250 Does anyone know a good source for a service manual for the KLR 250 (Mine's a 96 model). I also need to know the specs for a valve adjustment and if the shims are the same as the 650. Kelley.

[JJNeet1@aol.com]

In a message dated 6/29/2002 6:16:53 AM, DSN_klr650@yahoogroups.com writes: Subject: KLR 250 Does the KLR 250 have a doohickey? What engine problems if any? Jack Frontz Coshocton, Ohio

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If the doohickey is the balancer,the KLR250 does have a balancer.It uses two balancer shafts with counterweights.I don't see a tensioner-just a guide.The chain looks to be pretty short.So far I can't find any info on adjusting it. I've had two engine problems with mine:first,at 1350 miles,a piece of gasket sealer from the factory assembly,broke loose and plugged the oil supply line to the top end.The engine started knocking severely.It destroyed the cylinder head(since the Japanese insist on running the camshafts on the bare cylinder head with no replaceable bearings),both camshafts,both rocker arms,the camchain and tensioner.It was all repaired under warranty-but the bike was layed up for about 5-6 weeks.This,of course,was a bit of a freak occurance and could have happened to any brand or make of motorcycle.The second problem was an oil leak that developed from the waterpump seal.There is a seal that seals the waterpump shaft.If oil leaks from there,you will notice a leak at a little weap hole under the right-front of the engine.You can see this little hole easily.The side cover and water pump must be removed to replace this.This,also,was repaired under warranty.The bike is running great now at 4500 miles.But this is the most warranty problems I have ever had with any motorcycle out of the 16 I have owned.I really like the KLR250 though-I think its a great compromise between a lighter weight machine,and one that is still streetable. Jon Neet

[forcedtojoin]

Hi all, My brother just picked up a '91 KLR250 that is in very good condition other than a blown rear shock (no damping at all). I glanced at the shock, and I fear that it may be non-rebuildable... Can anyone confirm that it is/isn't? Anyone have a good KLR250 rear shock for sale? I see that another poster asked whether the 650 shock could be swapped to the 250, but I didn't see a reply... thanks! Craig cfaison@...

[kusst]

I have the a16 klr650 - my second one, but last year my brother decided to get back into the off road seen and bought the klr 250. I have to say that when we are in the woods, (we own hunting land) the 250 is an absolute joy. If I am there with the big bike I feel like I have to be on my game, but if we happen to switch. god the 250 is a care free joy in the woods. of course, when we have to go anywhere on the highway, I think my brother regrets the decision. Woods riding albeit dear to our hearts , comprises a small percentage of actual ride time. When we crank up and head down the highway the 250 is kinda crappy, if your patient it will get there. With the 650, you can pick the time of arrival.

[Kurt]

Does anyone know if there are any major differences between the 2003 and the 2004 KLR250 model, besides color? I want to buy a 250 and there are 2003 models available in my area. Thanks Kurt

[Zachariah Mully]

On Sat, 2003-07-12 at 18:07, Kurt wrote:

> Does anyone know if there are any major differences between the 2003 and the > 2004 KLR250 model, besides color? I want to buy a 250 and there are 2003 > models available in my area. > > Thanks > > Kurt

None. A good way of telling if there have been major changes is by looking at Kawasaki's version, i.e. KLR650-A5 or KLR250-D17 (or whatever it's up to now). If the alpha character is still the same as last years or 17 years ago, then no major changes have been made. Z DC A5X A12X

[John S Harper]

Anyone consider one of these? Would it be better offroad than the KLR650? Any thoughts of 250 vs. 650 would be appreciated. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

[James]

Does the 250 suffer the same affliction in the doohickey as the 650? Just wanted to know. Jim

[identek]

That is one damn good question. And, I do not know the answer. -----Original Message----- From: james [mailto:yj110495@...] Sent: Saturday, September 11, 2004 10:37 PM Cc: DSN_klr650@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [DSN_klr650] KLR250 Does the 250 suffer the same affliction in the doohickey as the 650? Just wanted to know. Jim List sponsored by Dual Sport News at www.dualsportnews.com. List FAQ courtesy of Chris Krok at: www.bigcee.com/klr650faq.html Unsubscribe by sending a blank message to: DSN_klr650-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com . Yahoo! Groups Links