Wilsons Sandbox

Hey Joe, I heard you shot your woman down? Just kidding, man. If you don't mind the ride, here you go: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2449893852 There are lots of great used KLRs for sale, keep your eyes open and I'll bet you find exactly what you're looking for inside of a month. CA Stu

> -----Original Message----- > From: "jamboazzr1200" > I want to buy a KLR 650 2000 thru 2003 model with plenty of the mods > described on this site. I would buy a new bike but I do not want the > trouble and expense of adding on the mods. I am in Houma, La. > Joe Saia > > >

On Thu, 15 Sep 2005, misterdrh01 wrote:

> Does anyone out there know how many amps the KLR alternator is rated > for, i.e. max power output? Thanks

http://www.bigcee.com/klr650faq.html It notes: How much power does the charging system put out? Older models: 14V, 14A @ 8000 rpm (above redline!), newer models 14V, 17A @ 7000 rpm. We are unsure as to when this change took place, but the only part change seems to be the rotor (new p/n 21007-1283). You may be able to upgrade your charging system by switching to the newer rotor, but this is unconfirmed. The normal electrical load is around 9 amps for the headlight, tail and license lights, instrument lights. (The ignition system has its own supply coil, and does not drain the main charging circuit.) Then are the occasional loads, like the cooling fan, turn signals, brake light, etc. Generally, the KLR can handle at least one "high-power" accessory, like a high-wattage headlight, heated grips, heated vest, etc. The best way to tell for sure is to connect a voltmeter and keep an eye on the voltage while you are riding, under different load conditions. -- Doug Herr doug@...