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new member
Posted: Mon May 01, 2000 5:53 pm
by tddotson@west.raytheon.com
Just saying "hey" to everyone. Proud owner of a new Big Green A14.
I
like the old blue color better but the OD green goes well with my GI
Joes. (chuckle)
Regards.
-Trent
PS Does anyone live in the Tucson area? Available for some weekend
rides?
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Posted: Tue Jul 11, 2000 1:06 pm
by vadams@lithonia.com
Hello, all. I just subscribed to the list and would like to
introduce myself. My name is Vern Adams and I live in Atlanta, GA.
I have owned a 1988 KLR250 since new, and would like to learn more
about modifications to it. It is currently all stock, and I am
interested in items such as exhausts (and required jetting changes),
tires, and accessories.
I know these kinds of questions have probably been asked a million
times, and most of you have 650's. So rather than bore everyone with
a lot of questions, perhaps one of you who is a fellow 250 owner
could e-mail me privately and let me know what modifications you
recommend.
Thanks in advance,
Vern
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Posted: Fri Jul 14, 2000 5:55 pm
by Ron Coker
I'm new to the list and have really been enjoying all of your
interesting stories and useful KLR info. I tried to post a reply
today and it failed for some reason so I'll try this and see if it
goes. I'm a prospective KLR'r waiting for the '01's to arrive at the
dealer while he tries to sell my WR-200. Any members out there from
Missouri?
new member
Posted: Mon Jul 17, 2000 10:51 am
by John Hart
Well after exhaustive research, I am going to buy a KLR650 in 30
days.
Unless I find a steal of a deal I will buy new. Will ready privious
posts to get caught up. I currently own a 1999 BMW K1200LT. This is
my
long range bike.I don't see how you guys ride the KLR all over the
country but we will see. Hope to be posting soon
John Hart
McComb MS 39648
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Posted: Mon Jul 17, 2000 5:26 pm
by aches@deltech.net
John,
Welcome.
Don't ever expect the KLR to be as the Beemer on the road. But set up
proper with a good seat and taller windshield., it'll get the job done.
Most I've done so far on mine is 722 or so miles in one day in 18 hours
of running time. Lots of dirt and gravel roads and trails at the start
(Finishing up the TAT Arkansas section) then US highways to interstate
at the end of the day.
--
Best Regards & Happy Trails
Andy Chesley @ 57 and ticking
Y2KLR650 @ 5.4K sMiles
97 R11RA (Amiga) @ 14K Miles
So Many Roads, So Little Time
http://members.deltech.net/aches/
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Posted: Fri Aug 04, 2000 8:26 am
by Brad Davis
>
> Look forward to future discussions with you all.
>
> Cheers
> Allan
> C6 KLR 650
Hi Allan and welcome to the list. You will find the technical
discussions valuable and the NKLR postings sometimes entertaining!
You probably have a lot of great DS areas in Australia (like 99% of
the country!?). Are DS bikes common over there?
Brad Davis
A9
Raleigh, North Carolina, USA
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Posted: Tue Aug 15, 2000 1:47 pm
by William Whalen
New Member
I have just join this e-group.
I have a 92 KLR 650 that I bought new in 92. Before that I had a KLR-600.
Other bikes that I have owned are Honda Sl-125, Suzuki 185 Sierra, Suzuki PE
250, and Bultaco 250 Alpina.
Bill (Central Florida)
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Posted: Fri Sep 22, 2000 9:14 am
by Bill Richardson
Hi,
Just joined this group and thought I would introduce myself. I have a 2001
Super Sherpa on order (hope to have it next week) and have a couple of
general Kawasaki questions:
1) What is the best procedure for prepping the bike for winter storage?
Bike is supposed to have a maintenance free battery - what is the best way
to story this battery over the winter? I have used a battery tender in the
past.
2) How long does it take the factory to release Service and Parts manuals
for a given model?
3) Good place on line to purchase Kawasaki parts and accessories?
Thanks for any help given.
Bill Richardson
Salt Lake City, Utah
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Posted: Sat Sep 23, 2000 12:06 am
by Tumu Rock
On Fri, 22 Sep 2000 08:14:10 -0600, Bill Richardson wrote:
Hi,
Just joined this group and thought I would introduce myself. I have a
2001 Super Sherpa on order (hope to have it next week) and have a couple of
general Kawasaki questions:
1) What is the best procedure for prepping the bike for winter storage?
Bike is supposed to have a maintenance free battery - what is the best way
to story this battery over the winter? I have used a battery tender in the
past.>>>>>>>>>>
Dunno, I ride it unless the snow/ice stop me.
2) How long does it take the factory to release Service and Parts manuals
for a given model?>>>>>>>>
I would think as soon as the bike is released but your question makws me
think twice...
3) Good place on line to purchase Kawasaki parts and accessories?
>>>>>>>>>>>>>
http://www.arrowheadmotorsports.com
or sometime in the near future
http://www.buykawasaki.com
Thanks for any help given.
>>>>>>>>>
But of course.
dat brooklyn bum
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Posted: Sat Sep 23, 2000 9:57 am
by Kurt Simpson (Editor Dual Sport News)
> Just joined this group and thought I would introduce myself. I have a
> 2001 Super Sherpa on order (hope to have it next week) and have a couple of
> general Kawasaki questions:
>
> 1) What is the best procedure for prepping the bike for winter storage?
> Bike is supposed to have a maintenance free battery - what is the best way
> to story this battery over the winter? I have used a battery tender in the
> past.>>>>>>>>>>
there are varying degrees of carefulness. Generally the list goes something like this:
Fill the tank with good clean fuel add a stabilizing product to it. Take the bike for
a last ride. When you return shut the fuel off at the petcock and let the engine burn
the remaining fuel in the fuel bowl (alternately you can just drain the float bowl).
Change the oil and filter. Unweight the tires by putting the bike on a stand. Remove
the battery and put it on a battery tender. Clean and wax the bike. Clean and
lubricate all moving parts. Put a rag or suitable plug in the exhaust pipe silencer
(hanging out conspicuously so you won't forget it in the spring). Cover the bike.
> 2) How long does it take the factory to release Service and Parts manuals
> for a given model?>>>>>>>>
If it is a Moto Guzzi about a decade...with the Sherpa I would be surprised if they
don't have it already..
Kurt