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alaska
Posted: Tue Apr 11, 2000 7:32 am
by Louklr@aol.com
A friend and I are beginning the planning process for a ride to Alaska -
probably in summar of 01 rather than this summer.
I was wondering if anybody can make recommendations on books about riding to
Alaska, internet sites, your own experiences, or whatever. We will be riding
from Minnesota, and will both be riding KLR's. Thanks.
Lou
Minnesota
97 KLR965
82 BMW R100
alaska
Posted: Tue Oct 24, 2000 12:48 am
by Steven van Twuyver
Jonathon writes:
The questions, all unfair: Is it reasonable to count on this bike
for this trip? What's the realistic life expectancy for a KLR? What
should I do to prepare the bike?
>>>>>>>
You might want to read my Alaska trip report done this past August. Things
did not go smoothly for me. I suggest that you become a competent mechanic
and be comfortable with doing a wide spectrum of repair work. You will need
to register if not already done, but you can see pics and the report at:
http://www.egroups.com/files/DSN_klr650/AlaskaBits/
A KLR with your mileage should still be good to go. I would do whatever you
can as PM and replace anything you can possibly can think of that has the
possibility of failing. Do so several months in advance so that you get
comfortable with those changes. I did not heed this advice and had a
failure 600 miles later due to an aftermarket stator failure. Change tires
at the last place you can in the US and arrange for this long in advance.
After calling at least 10 dealers in the Seattle area, I was finally able to
get the rear tire I wanted, it was $142, for which I normally would have
paid about $110. I bought it on a Friday and the first slot the dealer had
to install it was Wednesday. Learn how to change your own tires. Luckily,
I had help from someone on this list that I had never met previously.
Carrying spare tires is a possibility, but in my opinion, puts far too much
weight up high. You won't believe how cheap it is to replace a cam chain
in controlled conditions as opposed to doing so on the road under adverse
conditions. I had lots of nagging little breakdowns all of which were one
or two hour problems. I carried lots of tools which are worth their weight
many times over. Anything on the way to Alaska is measured in sizes the
width of Texas. Towing or trailering your bike to a dealer will probably
cost $500 or more. The nearest Kawasaki dealer maybe 500 miles away - maybe
further. The dealer generally will not be happy to see you either because
they will be too busy with regular clientele. You can be sure what you need
will not be in-stock. In Alaska, a budget (dump) motel will cost at least
$75, if you can find one. In Canada it will be slightly less. Waiting for
parts is an option but costly. Prepare for lots of rain and temperatures
lower than you thought possible. Other than that, Mrs. Lincoln, how was the
play?
-svt-
alaska
Posted: Mon Dec 15, 2003 6:51 am
by Murray Dochstader
Bill:
I live in British Columbia (near Vancouver).
If you are going "dual sport", a KLR is an excellent choice, but most of
your trip will be on asphalt (except for road-repair areas), so, unless you
have specific "off-road" plans, my advice is to consider more
pavement-oriented bikes. The last time I was in Dawson, there were more Gold
Wings than any other type of bike!
It is a fabulous area, but not remote any more, unless you really try to hit
the wilderness, The best part about the drive is the freedom to run at 100
m.p.h. for long stretches without worrying about speed traps.
V Strom, Tiger, Beemer come to mind.
Murray Dochstader B.C. Canada.
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alaska
Posted: Fri Jun 11, 2004 11:24 am
by Bill
Well it's here.
We are leaving for Alaska tomorrow to rent bikes and spend 16 days
riding them on a 5000 mile circuitous Route From Anchorage down thru
the Canadian Rockies, Back up the Alaska Highway to Fairbanks, up to
the Arctic Circle, then back to Anchorage by way of Denali.
Anyone have any sage words of advice (other than avoid confrontations
with bears and moose - we already got that one figured out).
Also anyone who is interested is welcome to join us.
-
alaska
Posted: Fri Jun 11, 2004 2:50 pm
by Joseph Jones
Good Luck,Be Safe and ENJOY the ride.............
--- Bill wrote:
> Well it's here.
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> We are leaving for Alaska tomorrow to rent bikes and
> spend 16 days
> riding them on a 5000 mile circuitous Route From
> Anchorage down thru
> the Canadian Rockies, Back up the Alaska Highway to
> Fairbanks, up to
> the Arctic Circle, then back to Anchorage by way of
> Denali.
>
> Anyone have any sage words of advice (other than
> avoid confrontations
> with bears and moose - we already got that one
> figured out).
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> Also anyone who is interested is welcome to join us.
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alaska
Posted: Fri Jun 11, 2004 4:13 pm
by Steve Hersant
--- In
DSN_klr650@yahoogroups.com, "Bill " wrote:
> Well it's here.
>
> We are leaving for Alaska tomorrow to rent bikes and spend 16 days
> riding them on a 5000 mile circuitous Route From Anchorage down
thru
> the Canadian Rockies, Back up the Alaska Highway to Fairbanks, up
to
> the Arctic Circle, then back to Anchorage by way of Denali.
>
> Anyone have any sage words of advice (other than avoid
confrontations
> with bears and moose - we already got that one figured out).
>
> Also anyone who is interested is welcome to join us.
>
Hi Bill. I'm sure you'll have a memorable trip. I spent 6 summers in
thr Yukon and Alaska and would only have one item of advice : make
your wet/cold weather gear the first priority. I had times of
perfect weather, but also times where it was raining and cold for
days. Sometimes it's a bit of both each day. Make sure you can stay
warm and dry all day. I never found bugs too bad in the north, but
Northern B.C. can be rotten. We may have a hot, dry summer again
this year, which will throw any planning off. My summers Up North
were the highlight of my life. Good luck !
Steve
B.C.
Canada
this group going away?
Posted: Wed May 23, 2018 11:00 am
by Fred Hink
Thanks Brad, we re here for you .
Fred
www.arrowheadmotorsports.com
From: botadley@... [DSN_KLR650]
Sent: Wednesday, May 23, 2018 9:32 AM
To:
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Subject: [DSN_KLR650] Re: This group going away?
I feel this group is better solution to Facebook. I enjoy checking my yahoo mail and seeing posts. I have 09 KLR its been trouble free for 15k miles. One day I might experience problems and look forward to help from this group.
Thank you for my 02 cents.
Brad from Minnesota
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alaska
Posted: Wed May 23, 2018 11:23 am
by Dale Schedler
My son has graciously asked me to join him on a Seattle to Deadhorse,
Alaska (and back) trip in August. If you've done this journey, I'd
appreciate any "watch out" or advice.
Thanks
alaska
Posted: Wed May 23, 2018 4:03 pm
by vegaheim
sometimes get cold around the second week in august. just be prepared for the ever change in the weather.