nklr [dsn_klr650] off topic - honda

[Guest]

Howdy, My friend and I are planning a trip down to Mexico for the spring and are wondering what type of 2 way radios to purchase. Do any of you have any recommendations as far as radios and headsets are concerned? Phil Villeneuve 2000 Eh-14

[ray@sporttour.com]

Hey Phil: I have had super luck with the Chatterbox CB27A and the FRS units. I use the CB on my KLR. I made a handlebar mount and it sets just to the right of the turn signal switch.(very visable and easy to use while at speed) I also have sold many of the FRS units to people that don't have the need for CB communication. The FRS's are vox or push to talk so you never need to move your hand away from the controls for emergency use (oohh SH*T dog on the right)... The frs units are also completly self contained with rechargable batteries and mount directly on your helmet eliminating wires. Both types are $150 complete. E-mail me off the list for pictures. Ray

--- In DSN_klr650@egroups.com, "Phil Villeneuve" wrote: > Howdy, > > My friend and I are planning a trip down to Mexico for the spring and > are wondering what type of 2 way radios to purchase. Do any of you > have any recommendations as far as radios and headsets are concerned? > > Phil Villeneuve > 2000 Eh-14

[Dan Oaks]

To: Phil Villeneuve The group I ride with in Florida and Oregon have a half dozen or so Chatterbox HJC-FRS radios and find them to be excellent. We use the push-to-talk buttons because we all find the VOX to be a pain. We use the open face helmet model and at speeds above 50MPH the VOX cuts in and sometimes won't shut off because of engine and road noise. Since we are actually dual sporting and not touring most of our riding is at 30 or less and the noise is not a factor. We have found the two way helmet radios have opened a whole new riding experience for us and woulod not think of riding together without them. About the Chatterbox HJC-FRS: 1) Radio system clamps on side of helmet. 2) Uses one of two FRS channels. 3) Has rechargeable battery and charger. 4)Optional charge cord available to attach to bike electrical system. 5) Easy setup and use. Additional Notes: 1) Push-to-talk switch is attached by a velcro strap that fits no where convenient. We removed the switch from the strap and velcroed it directly to the handlegrip mount. 2) Have replaced the OEM foam windscreen sock with denser foam rubber and cut down the wind noise. 3) Removal of windshield from KLR drops noise and improves clarity. 4) As with all communications devices, stated ranges are bullshit in the real world. Actual serviceable range seems to be from a couple hundred yards to a half mile, depending on how you hold your mouth. 5) The ability to communicate easily while riding with multiple bikes is one of the greatest advances in safety ever devised. No more pointing and waving arms no more looking back to see if the other rider missed that 4x4 in the middle of the lane. No more missed opportunities because the guy in the back noticed your rear wheel beginning to fall off. We are satisfied with the operation of the Chatterbox units, bit have no experience with other brands. However, we are unanimous in our recommendation that you always use two way radios when not riding alone. It greatly enhances your ride and reduces the risk off accidents. One note of caution: The radio frequencies allotted to public use in the USA are not necessarily (probably not) legal to use in any other countries. Illegal transmission of radio frequencies in any country is a serious offence! Check it out first. bierdo Message: 21 Date: Fri, 10 Nov 2000 20:03:37 -0000 From: "Phil Villeneuve" Subject: helmet radios Howdy, My friend and I are planning a trip down to Mexico for the spring and are wondering what type of 2 way radios to purchase. Do any of you have any recommendations as far as radios and headsets are concerned? Phil Villeneuve 2000 Eh-14

[Ted Palmer]

Christopher Glaves wrote:

> I sure someone knows, so please share the info. What is the deal > with the Honda NX650 "Dominator". Did this bike have a following?

Sorta kinda, probably no more popular in Oz than the KLR.

> Was it avail in the States? Is it currently in production? How's the > performance?

Perform ok, maybe a bit more power than the KLR until things getting really slow and hot, which is where the watercooled KLR is more consistent. The Honda low front mudguard and slightly more aerodynamic fairing might give the Dommie a marginally higher top speed. They have a 16litre fuel tank which is about the same as the KLR650C that is currently available in Oz. The Dommie is still listed on the Oz Honda website, have a look under trail bikes: http://www.hondampe.com.au/MPE/motorc/models/index.html

> I can find little info on it but its a nice looking machine and I see > a couple roaming Sydney but had never heard of it before I got here.

I suspect the Dommie was more popular in UK/Europe. Mister_T Melbourne Australia