Hey and welcome,
Disclaimer - I'm still very much a "newbie".. But, I resemble a lot of where
you are now just a couple of months ago.
And, this won't help much - as you'll see
I went with the Gen 1 because it is a little lighter, I prefer the more
Spartan look and I planned on going through the bike mechanically and
dialing her in for me. So newer was not an advantage. I found a 2002 low
miles, one owner for mid-2's dollar wise - BUT the PO did leave me some
surprises (as will almost any/all things used inherently have).
That said, the Gen 2 are definitely a more mature offering. Kawasaki worked
out a few of the kinks and gave 'em a facelift. But, it probably will be
tougher to find a Gen 2 under $3k unless it needs a lot - at least that was
what I saw in Atlanta.
I do believe either one and you'll be happy - kinda' like "well, do I want a
redhead or a blonde?"
And I took the class here as well - a good thing - Definitely helped me try
to identify/kick some old bad habits.
Just my humble $00.02
Shellon & Stu
~~~~~/)~~~~~
"Life is short, break the rules, forgive quickly, kiss slowly, love truly,
laugh uncontrollably, and never regret anything that made you smile. Twenty
years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do
than by the ones you did. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe
harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover."
-Mark Twain
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Sent: Sunday, December 29, 2013 4:17 PM
To:
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Subject: [DSN_KLR650] Where does a newby start?
I have been lurking on this group for about two years after a friend who
rides a KLR referred me. I have not ridden a motorcycle since I had a BSA
125 as a kid. I am 55, well over 6' at 200 lbs and am finally ready to take
the plunge.
I hope to find a decent KLR for $3K or less not too far from the Oklahoma
City metro. A local university holds a two day beginner MC class which
includes 5 hours of class time and the rest on-hands.
I am mostly concerned with how and where to find a good bike, whether to go
Gen I vs. Gen II, etc.
Any and all advice and input is appreciated.
Thanks!
Paul
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