ca model klr - what's the difference?

[Tom Vervaeke]

Hello: Hi, I'm Tom Vervaeke and I have an "L" model (said to the tune of an AA meeting). On a recent Colorado DualSporters event, here in Colorado, 2 of us have the dreaded "L" or "California" model. Not sure how those things got here. The other owner, Chris, had all of his "L" stuff removed at the dealer right after purchase. I bought my 99 used from a friend and it's got all the stuff. Is there any sort of rules about CA models being sold outside of CA? Has anyone done a detailed, step-by-step description of what the pro's and con's are of removing the stuff? Besides a little weight savings, is it worth it? I know on sport bikes, etc.. the CA models often have different, less-performing cams, etc.. Is this true of the KLR? At the current time I have no complaints about performance, etc.. and am just wondering if it's worth it to keep the stuff or remove it. As an aside, I also own a BMW R1100GS which is pure stock. I am actually happy to keep my catalytic converter, charcoal overflow canister, etc.. as I think the cat and stuff really does eliminate some pollutants. But, the KLR has no cat so not sure what I'd be "helping". Got my KLR 3 weeks ago with 1350 miles and I'm up to 4000 already. I'm trying for 6-9K before the snow flies. Gotta get a Moab trip in during October somehow. Tom (in Colorado). ===== ========================================================= Tom Vervaeke, Colorado, USA |Email: tom_vervaeke@... '99 Kawi KLR-650 A13, 3.1K |Ph: 719-495-2152 (home) '96 BMW R1100GS, Black 60K |Ph: 719-590-2133 (work) Colorado DualSporters Group |Ph: 719-650-4578 (cell/riding) Try: http://www.egroups.com/group/Colorado-Dualsporters ========================================================= __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/