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The pro taper bars are nice. There are many different bends, so going to a shop like Cycle Gear that carries the different bars and bends you can hold up to the KLR may be a way to go. JF

On 5/28/07, jay wrote: > > I have a 2001 KLR650, I am 6'3", and do most of my riding on paved and > gravel roads, with limited serious trail riding. I need new > handlebars and grips. > What are some recommended bars? > I am fairly happy with the stock shape and size, but they are bent and > I think that I would like to get aluminum ones. > Thanks for any ideas, > J > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

If just raising the bars would work for you mqaybe risers would work for you and would cost less than bars. In either event you may have to replace all your cables if the bar/risers are too high. Best.

----- Original Message ----- From: "J Fortner" To: "jay" Cc: DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com> Sent: Monday, May 28, 2007 8:59 PM Subject: Re: [DSN_KLR650] What are my best options for new handlebars? > The pro taper bars are nice. There are many different bends, so going to a > shop like Cycle Gear that carries the different bars and bends you can > hold > up to the KLR may be a way to go. > JF > On 5/28/07, jay wrote: >> >> I have a 2001 KLR650, I am 6'3", and do most of my riding on paved and >> gravel roads, with limited serious trail riding. I need new >> handlebars and grips. >> What are some recommended bars? >> I am fairly happy with the stock shape and size, but they are bent and >> I think that I would like to get aluminum ones. >> Thanks for any ideas, >> J >> >> >> > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > > > > List sponsored by Dual Sport News at: www.dualsportnews.com > List FAQ courtesy of Chris Krok at: www.bigcee.com/klr650faq.html > Member Map at: http://www.frappr.com/dsnklr650 > Yahoo! Groups Links > > > >

I use Renthal Desert handlebars and like them quite a bit. Strong, wide and just the right hight for dual sport riding. As an added bonus they seem to tone down the hand killing vibrations.

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "jay" wrote: > > I have a 2001 KLR650, I am 6'3", and do most of my riding on paved and > gravel roads, with limited serious trail riding. I need new > handlebars and grips. > What are some recommended bars? > I am fairly happy with the stock shape and size, but they are bent and > I think that I would like to get aluminum ones. > Thanks for any ideas, > J >

Thanks for the advice so far! Geezer: my bars are a bit bent and my grips are very worn, that is why I need the new bars. I am leaning towards the Renthal Desert Bars, but they seem to be quite expensive. Any suggestions on where I can find a good deal on them? It's hard to decide what to get when I don't have the option of checking them out locally. The Yamaha shop here in Yellowknife had only one handle bar, a CR stock. The the Honda shop had none. Both only bring parts in by special order. Anyone ever try the Moose bars? Very low price. Maybe suspiciously low.... thanks J

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "toad_whisperer" wrote: > > I use Renthal Desert handlebars and like them quite a bit. Strong, > wide and just the right hight for dual sport riding. As an added bonus > they seem to tone down the hand killing vibrations. > > --- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "jay" wrote: > > > > I have a 2001 KLR650, I am 6'3", and do most of my riding on paved and > > gravel roads, with limited serious trail riding. I need new > > handlebars and grips. > > What are some recommended bars? > > I am fairly happy with the stock shape and size, but they are bent and > > I think that I would like to get aluminum ones. > > Thanks for any ideas, > > J > > >

jay wrote:

> Thanks for the advice so far! > > Geezer: my bars are a bit bent and my grips are very worn, that is > why I need the new bars. > > I am leaning towards the Renthal Desert Bars, but they seem to be > quite expensive. Any suggestions on where I can find a good deal on them? > > It's hard to decide what to get when I don't have the option of > checking them out locally. The Yamaha shop here in Yellowknife had > only one handle bar, a CR stock. The the Honda shop had none. Both > only bring parts in by special order. > > Anyone ever try the Moose bars? Very low price. Maybe suspiciously > low....

Rentals are overpriced. Generic ATV bars have a nice crossbar and more rise for us big guys who like to ride out of the saddle. I'm sure that the Moose handlebars are fine... Good handlebars are ones that fit you, not ones that cost a lot. Z

Jay-- I agree with Zach--buy what fits you. The ATV mids are a popular replacement and almost exactly the same bend as stock. The ATV his, while higher, are almost a full inch more swept back. Maybe you like it, maybe you don't. (I DON'T) Most manufacturers have tables with all the specs listed out for you to compare. If you like the stock bend, nearly all the availabe bars will instantly be off your list, as the KLR has *much* more rise AND pullback than most moto bars (hence the popularity of the ATV series). I opted for protaper SE miniXR50 bars and I LOVE them... but my riding is split nicely between urban battle and tight woods, both places where tall very narrow bars win. For what you're describing I'm not sure you'd like them. Luke --- jay wrote:

> I have a 2001 KLR650, I am 6'3", and do most of my > riding on paved and > gravel roads, with limited serious trail riding. I > need new > handlebars and grips. > What are some recommended bars? > I am fairly happy with the stock shape and size, but > they are bent and > I think that I would like to get aluminum ones. > Thanks for any ideas, > J > >

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--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "pzzldpnthr" wrote:

> > I want to replace the front balancer shaft. I've taken the weights > off both ends so that there is only the shaft and bearings. It seems > I need to remove the bearings to get the shaft out. Is this right and > if so how do you remove the bearings? >

You don't need to split the cases. I just did a 2007 last week when a guy broke the right end off the shaft while he was thinking about something other than what he was doing. No, it wasn't me that broke it, and yes, there is a story there. On the later bikes remove the clip on the right side bearing that holds the outer race in place. It's a cross-head drive (think phillips) but it might strip unless you use an impact gun the first time. It's the flat head 6mm. You might have to drill the head off with a 6mm drill bit. When the head spins off stop, and carefully use the appropriate small bit and easy out. Then push the shaft and right side bearing out by bumping the shaft on the left side end with a dead blow mallet. You did say the weights are off both sides, right? (grin here)Then push out the left side bearing. Install the left bearing first, be sure to push only on the outer race during the install. Then the shaft and right side bearing, same thing - outer race only. Don't forget the retainer clip, and new screw. Watch out for those very soft screw holding the balancer chain guide. There might be a little variation on the pre'96 bikes, if your bike is one of these let me know and I'll check one of my bench engines tomorrow. all the best, Mike