multiple newbie questions

[Tom Vervaeke]

Hello: A few questions. Excuse me if they are covered in the "Archives" as I don't know where they are. I have looked and printed out tons of stuff from all the KLR pages I could find. Q1: Where are the archives for this list? Is it merely a URL to go to? Thanks. Q2: I'd like to get a second set of KLR wheels with rotors, etc.. so that I can mount Dot Knobbies on one set and normal dual-sport tires on the other. Have others done this? Is there a good place to snag a decent set of KLR wheels? I'm guessing any of the KLR-650's (A1-A15) will work? Price? Fred? Q3: Front end upgrades. It looks like I have 2 choices: 1. Install Progressive springs, new fork oil, etc.. for a cost of around $75.00 total (includes oil). This seems to be the mainstream approach around here. 2. Install the Racetech emulator ($139.99) + new stiffer fork springs (I think .450 kg should work) and new oil. I'm not sure where to get KLR-length .450 kg straight rate springs. Has anyone gone this route? Much more expensive, like in the range of $250 or so including springs, but is it worth it? I've done the Racetech gold valves in my F3 racebike and like the feel. I realize the KLR has the lowly damping rod forks and don't have much experience there. Q4: Bash plates. Looks like Happy-Trails, Moose, and White Bros. are all about the same price: $65-75. Do all of these have the hole cutout for the oil drain plug? Do they all have firm secure mounting methods? I have the DualStar center stand. I'm assuming I'll have to cut off an inch or so on the back? Is there one clear winner or just personal preference. I heard the Happy Trails was a grey color or something. Why not bare aluminum? Thanks, Tom A13 Newbie ===== ========================================================= Tom Vervaeke, Colorado, USA |Email: tom_vervaeke@... '99 Kawasaki KLR-650, 1.6K |Ph: 719-495-2152 (home) '96 BMW R1100GS, Black 59K |Ph: 719-590-2133 (work) '95 Honda F3 MRA Novice #718|Ph: 719-650-4578 (cell/riding) '95 Honda Cub EZ90S Pit Bike|Ph: 800-539-8361 (pager) ========================================================= __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Kick off your party with Yahoo! Invites. http://invites.yahoo.com/