best kaw service in sf/bay area?

[Scott Bappe]

             I've been looking to get back into biking for awhile now and think I have finally decided on what type of bike to purchase.The KLR 650 appears to have the sort of capabilities I've searced for.I live in a rural area and enjoy traveling roads that are more suited to this type of bike.My questions are related to the durability of the 650 motor. Specifically what sort of lifespan can one reasonably expect from this bike if it is given plenty of TLC.Any input on this would be greatly appreciated. 

[Rev.Chuck]

Good Times Kawasaki on Auburn Blvd. Sacramento. Yep, it's not the bay area, but they are simply the best I have delt with. I have been taking my business there since 1968 (no I'm not old). I just did the 6000 mile biggy along with a charging systems diagnostics. The bill came to $200. with the valve measurements before and after adjustment. The service "guys" are young ladies wearing smiles even on cold wet days. Yep, a good place to go. Anyway, It's a nice ride from the city...

>I go to Walnut Creek BMW/Kawasaki. 1255 Parkside Dr. Walnut Creek. They >have a nice service staff. I doubt, however, that they will allow you to >watch the servicing in the service bay. Also, they are expensive--$200 for >my 600 mile checkup which included a valve adjustment. > >Jon > >> Greetings all- >> >> First-time poster, longtime listener. *Really* digging this list. Great >info, entertainment, and inspiration (the Moab pics.. damn! gotta get out >there. & Mariola, well, 'nuff said.). y'all kick ass.. >> >> I just got a '98 klr with 9000 miles onnit a couple of weeks ago, my first >bike ever. I hear it's a great 'first' bike, but I'm thinking I'm in it for >the long haul.. Can't wait to get some distance under my belt. >> >> So it's overdue for it's 9000 mile service. The original owner took >excellent care of it, but I'd like to find a mechanic who can give it a >thorough check-out in addition to the prescribed 9000 mile stuff. Can >anyone recommend a good mechanic in the eastbay/sf area? Should I just take >it to a dealer? Concord Kawasaki? Oakland? Know anyone who'd maybe let me >hang out for some of it? Ideally I want to be doing most of my own >maintenance (once a have a garage..) >> >> Thanks for any references you might be able to slide my way. >> >> rock on- >>

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