digest number 615

[ThisisJim1587981@aol.com]

In a message dated 10/19/00 11:07:17 AM Pacific Daylight Time, DSN_klr650@egroups.com writes:

> another KLR (but I can't stand that pea > green color of the new ones.) Anyone have any experiences, pro or > con, with the Beemer >> >

I, would recommend the KLR over the BMW. For several reasons. First, the Beemer does not appear to dirt as well as the KLR. I'm not trying to be insulting to anyone, it just appeared that way at any of the DS rides I attended with BMW's present. Second, you can buy several used, and possibly two left over KLR's for the price of that BMW. But, it all depends on your riding style and what you want from the bike. If the street is what you want, perhaps the BMW would be best for you. Personally, I will never be without a KLR again. I've owned three and I'm always happy. Hope this helps. Jim Sherlock

[Bill Wallen]

Listers - thanks to those that replied to my message requesting input re: KLR650. I picked up my '01 KLR Saturday afternoon. Got a great deal - $4,795 out the door. No kiddin'. This is the first 2-up mount I've had in 7 years. Took my 12-yr old daughter for her first ride. Her apprehension quickly turned to glee. We rode for about an hour, and she didn't want to quit. Now I've got to get my soon-to-be 16 yr old son to learn to pilot the thing. Havin' a blast. Won't replace my Ducati, but it'll go places I WON'T take the Duc. Great pair in the stable. Now, on to searching for add-on bits. Any advice on must-haves? Bill '01 KLR 650 '94 Ducati 900SS __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Messenger - Talk while you surf! It's FREE. http://im.yahoo.com/