nklr getting bmw hosed!

[aupopescu]

Good Day, I have dropped the bike from (almost) a standing still and since then the handlebars is not "in the middle" (how do you say this in English?) anymore. I don't think it is bent, more likely it's twisted in the handlebar clamps or the fork clamps. Is there any procedure to straighten it up using a home mechanic's basic tools? Thanks! Adrian

[Jeff Saline]

On Sat, 21 Feb 2009 15:38:19 -0000 "aupopescu" writes:

> Good Day, > > I have dropped the bike from (almost) a standing still and since > then > the handlebars is not "in the middle" (how do you say this in > English?) > anymore. I don't think it is bent, more likely it's twisted in the > handlebar clamps or the fork clamps. Is there any procedure to > straighten it up using a home mechanic's basic tools? > > Thanks! > > Adrian

<><><><><><><><><> <><><><><><><><><> Adrian, Maybe try supporting the bike under the frame. A strong bucket or a board and jack stands could work. Just high enough to get the weight off the front tire. Then loosen the bolts on the fork clamps just a bit. There are eight (8) bolts total. Stand in front of the bike with the front wheel between your legs. Grab the handlebars and move them where you want them to be. Then tighten all eight (8) fork clamp bolts. The torque setting is 18 foot pounds if I recall correctly on pre 08s. Maybe it's 14 and 18 ft lbs. as I kind of remember those numbers in the back of my head. I always use 18. You'll probably have to tighten the bolts about four (4) times each as when you tighten one the other one will get a tad loose until they are both tight enough. That should be all it takes to make it right again. Best, Jeff Saline ABC # 4412 South Dakota Airmarshal Airheads Beemer Club www.airheads.org The Beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota 75 R90/6, 03 KLR650, 79 R100RT ____________________________________________________________ Improve your personal appearance with a great looking wig! Click now! http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2141/fc/BLSrjpTFktBQTQjOAUEYhIRukCweGLRkC4rvWkSjGbxVQjCMPYVtHs2UU6k/

[Ross Lindberg]

In my humble opinion the best option would be to replace the bars with a quality set of aluminum bars. If you don't want to spend the money on new bars I have a straight set of stock bars you can have if you pay the shipping. For what it's worth I switched to a set of Pro-Taper SE ATV High bars and installed Maire Woods Pro bark busters. It reallt stiffened up the bars. Ross Lindberg Fertile, MN

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "aupopescu" wrote: > > Good Day, > > I have dropped the bike from (almost) a standing still and since then > the handlebars is not "in the middle" (how do you say this in English?) > anymore. I don't think it is bent, more likely it's twisted in the > handlebar clamps or the fork clamps. Is there any procedure to > straighten it up using a home mechanic's basic tools? > > Thanks! > > Adrian >

[Jud Jones]

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "Ross Lindberg" wrote:

> > Martin is right about 1/4 fuel line not fitting. Here is where to > get the proper fuel line. Thaanks to Jeff Saline for giving me the > info some time ago > > Judson Cycle Sales > 211 Hwy 60 East > Lake Crystal, MN 56055 > 507-726-2222 > Fuel Line #DS096671 - BMW Part >

Purely as an aside, since many KLRists are also BMW owners, Judson is an excellent place to deal for you BMW needs. The old shop on Fort Judson Road was a regular destination either for a day trip from the Cities or on the way to the Dakota Territory. Even in their shiny digs in Lake Crystal, the place still has the feel of an old-time sickle shop, and Ron is a great guy to do business with.