From: owner-klr650-digest@lists.xmission.com (klr650-digest) To: klr650-digest@lists.xmission.com Subject: klr650-digest V2 #521 Reply-To: klr650 Sender: owner-klr650-digest@lists.xmission.com Errors-To: owner-klr650-digest@lists.xmission.com Precedence: bulk klr650-digest Friday, June 18 1999 Volume 02 : Number 521 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Date: Fri, 18 Jun 1999 17:36:51 -0700 (PDT) From: Juan Villarreal Subject: (klr650) Outta here... Well I'm all set. I head out tomorrow morning bright and early. Panama City to San Antonio with hopefully some adventure in between. I'm sorry I wasn't able to give you another "Locust" episode but suffice it to say that I got my license back along with all the requisite paperwork (will write more on it later). Thanks to all of you for the help and advice that has enabled me to turn my machine into a third world tourer. You folks are the best. Don the "Hooligan" stickers look fantastic, Vik I haven't yet received my T-shirt ("I'm waaaaaaiting!"). Will unsubscribe for now but check in when able. Later... Juan Villarreal (proudly showing our colors), '97 KLR "The Happy Hooligan" _________________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Get your free @yahoo.com address at http://mail.yahoo.com Visit the KLR650 archives at http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 Subscribe to Dual Sport News...write to Editor@dualsport.org for info. ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 18 Jun 1999 17:30:50 -0700 (PDT) From: Juan Villarreal Subject: (klr650) Unsubscribe (for now) unsubscribe _________________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Get your free @yahoo.com address at http://mail.yahoo.com Visit the KLR650 archives at http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 Subscribe to Dual Sport News...write to Editor@dualsport.org for info. ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 18 Jun 1999 20:46:10 -0400 From: "john mace" Subject: (klr650) [klr650]-??info on JOHNSTOWN PA enduro event?? This is a multi-part message in MIME format. - ------=_NextPart_000_0058_01BEB9CB.98E819C0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Does anyone have any information on an AMA enduro event held next = weekend in Johnstown, PA? thx,John - ------=_NextPart_000_0058_01BEB9CB.98E819C0 Content-Type: text/html; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable

Does anyone have any information on an AMA = enduro event=20 held next weekend in Johnstown, PA? = thx,John

- ------=_NextPart_000_0058_01BEB9CB.98E819C0-- Visit the KLR650 archives at http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 Subscribe to Dual Sport News...write to Editor@dualsport.org for info. ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 18 Jun 1999 18:04:40 -0700 From: "Arne Larsen" Subject: (klr650) FOR SALE KLR650 Dual Sport This is a multi-part message in MIME format. - ------=_NextPart_000_0010_01BEB9B5.09577BE0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="iso-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit One of ours for sale. http://www.cmgonline.com/buynsell/config.cgi?read=3142 - ------=_NextPart_000_0010_01BEB9B5.09577BE0 Content-Type: application/octet-stream; name="FOR SALE KLR650 Dual Sport.url" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit Content-Disposition: attachment; filename="FOR SALE KLR650 Dual Sport.url" [DEFAULT] BASEURL=http://www.cmgonline.com/buynsell/config.cgi?read=3142 [InternetShortcut] URL=http://www.cmgonline.com/buynsell/config.cgi?read=3142 Modified=A03F05ACEFB9BE01F7 - ------=_NextPart_000_0010_01BEB9B5.09577BE0-- Visit the KLR650 archives at http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 Subscribe to Dual Sport News...write to Editor@dualsport.org for info. ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 18 Jun 1999 18:16:12 -0700 From: "Darrel & Deanna" Subject: (klr650) STP Oil Treatment: nKLR Oil related post: Delete now if not interested... I'm not trying to stir up the proverbial hornet's nest on oil. Just sharing my experience for those enquiring minds...I use Mobil 1 15W-50 synthetic in my KLR and am fully happy with the results. The one noticeable difference between using M1 and conventional oils and blends, is the transmission shifts smoother which leads me to think that the engine is probably getting lubed better also. Then came along M1 "tri-synthetic" formula which is reportedly replacing the traditional M1 to meet the new SK standard. "Hotlanta" Bill forwarded a report that the new formula is lacking the zinc/phosorous additive package that most of the SJ rated oils shed when they evolved from the SG/SH ratings. I believe this to be true because lo and behold my KLR transmission is "crunchy" with the new M1 formula as if with other oils I've tried. The post Bill forwarded suggested that using the "New Car Formula" STP oil treatment that comes in a black bottle, would restore the additives lacking in the new M1. I've always been skeptical of oil additives, thinking they might be a ripoff and stayed away. But I figured it was worth a try before I abandoned the M1 for a good quality motorcycle specific oil as Mike of Dual Star recommends (I hold his opinions in high regard). The STP was $1.79 and a bottle is good for two KLR oil changes. I added a half bottle to the crankcase and as soon as the treatment mixed with the oil, I noticed an immediate improvement in the smoothness of the gear shifts. This leads me to believe that indeed the STP makes the new tri-synthetic M1 like the old M1. It'll be interesting to note how long it takes for the STP treatment to wear out. Skip mentioned that some oil companies are considering re-introducing the SG/SH ratings for motorcycle applications. Let's hope this turns out to be the case. Darrel A12 Visit the KLR650 archives at http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 Subscribe to Dual Sport News...write to Editor@dualsport.org for info. ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 18 Jun 1999 21:10:25 EDT From: Carmic7@aol.com Subject: Re: (klr650) new stuff. I have foond the solution re the wind noise: I bought the set of winglets from saeng ta It is a 2 or three inch tall add on wind deflector that i mounted vertical on top and it put the wind zone just over my visor on my shoei full face - -neil Visit the KLR650 archives at http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 Subscribe to Dual Sport News...write to Editor@dualsport.org for info. ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 18 Jun 1999 21:14:54 EDT From: Carmic7@aol.com Subject: Re: (klr650) Re: How to kill Tweety Bird so if I decided to cut the can off of the exhaust, what am I supposed to drill a hole in before welding it back together? Visit the KLR650 archives at http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 Subscribe to Dual Sport News...write to Editor@dualsport.org for info. ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 18 Jun 1999 21:27:42 EDT From: Carmic7@aol.com Subject: (klr650) Serious subject matter I am really upset at what I see going on with manufacturers and dealers. A friend of mine had something screwy happen to his starter and it ran in reverse and did some serious engine damage on his new suzuki dr 650, the dealer ordered the parts and there the bike sat in the shop for 7 weeks, All the dealer could say was sorry, they don't have the parts yet at the warehouse. He got Suzuki into the fray and they said sorry and sent him a complementary leather jacket. My A-11 has been sitting on my mechanic's lift table for two weeks waiting for a balancer chain adjuster bolt (That I broke off) to arrive from Kawasaki Because they were out of stock. when I brought My Yamaha 4-wheeler to have some warranty work done, the service idiot said we'll take it apart and order the parts andyou should get it back in a few weeks. I worked as an auto mechanic for two years and I know this type of service nonsence would not be tolerated by people who own cars, what can be done about this crap besides have another bike standing by just incase you need parts? am I missing something here? sorry , just frustrated-neil Visit the KLR650 archives at http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 Subscribe to Dual Sport News...write to Editor@dualsport.org for info. ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 18 Jun 1999 21:30:52 EDT From: Carmic7@aol.com Subject: (klr650) Parking the beast Whats your opinion, transport the bike out of gear and trust the tie downs or leave it in gear and risk the possible wear in the gearbox? Visit the KLR650 archives at http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 Subscribe to Dual Sport News...write to Editor@dualsport.org for info. ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 18 Jun 1999 21:35:39 EDT From: Carmic7@aol.com Subject: Re: (klr650) Exhaust Core Packing How and where did you get the paching where it was intended to be, around the baffles inside a welded pipe? Visit the KLR650 archives at http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 Subscribe to Dual Sport News...write to Editor@dualsport.org for info. ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 18 Jun 1999 21:39:43 EDT From: Carmic7@aol.com Subject: Re: (klr650) Alex Jomarron Trip Report #1 NKLR You may have a problem that is fixable on the road, check the mounting tabs of your subframe ,they crack sometimes and some welding and creativity with small tubing could save you a big hassle - -neil Visit the KLR650 archives at http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 Subscribe to Dual Sport News...write to Editor@dualsport.org for info. ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 18 Jun 1999 18:36:59 PDT From: Conall O'Brien Subject: Re: (klr650) Body airbags... NKLR Will the Egg Parka be available in the US in time for Moab 2000? Time will tell. Conall >From: "Kurt Simpson" >Reply-To: "Kurt Simpson" >To: "Vik Banerjee" ,"Pokluda, Gino F" >,"KLR" >Subject: Re: (klr650) Body airbags... NKLR >Date: Thu, 17 Jun 1999 15:11:20 -0600 > > > > >You know how many times I have walked away from my bike with my electric > >vest plugged in??? With an Egg Parka the HD bikers won't have to laugh >at > >my KLR they can laugh at my spontaneous inflation...lol....what a > >great/stupid idea...lol...=) > > >I can see it now...30 riders in the parking lot of the Redstone Inn all >high on >adrenaline. Jumping off their bike for last minute checks...airbag suits >deploying like >crazy...pets heads falling off...LOL... > >Kurt > > >Visit the KLR650 archives at >http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 >Subscribe to Dual Sport News...write to Editor@dualsport.org for info. _______________________________________________________________ Get Free Email and Do More On The Web. Visit http://www.msn.com Visit the KLR650 archives at http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 Subscribe to Dual Sport News...write to Editor@dualsport.org for info. ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 18 Jun 1999 21:50:08 EDT From: Carmic7@aol.com Subject: (klr650) wider rear tire? A friend has the new Zuki 650 and it has a 140/80/17 rear tire(sahara) Would this fit on the klr and would it be a good idea satpid question- what's NKLR mean? Visit the KLR650 archives at http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 Subscribe to Dual Sport News...write to Editor@dualsport.org for info. ------------------------------ Date: 18 Jun 99 18:56:32 PDT From: Vince Powers Subject: Re: [(klr650) [klr650]-??info on JOHNSTOWN PA enduro event??] "john mace" wrote: = Does anyone have any information on an AMA enduro event held next weeken= d in Johnstown, PA? thx,John John, = Here's a link: http://www.johnstownpa.com/calendar/Local/Events/thunder.html Hope this helps. I'm going to the rally but won't be making the trail rid= e. My buddy's coming in on a Katana 750 and isn't much for off-road. Hope to se= e you around. Vince Powers 97 KLR650 Mt. Union, Pa. ____________________________________________________________________ Get your own FREE, personal Netscape WebMail account today at http://webm= ail.netscape.com. Visit the KLR650 archives at http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 Subscribe to Dual Sport News...write to Editor@dualsport.org for info. ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 18 Jun 1999 19:07:37 -0700 From: "Arne Larsen" Subject: Re: (klr650) Serious subject matter (NKLR) - -----Original Message----- From: Carmic7@aol.com To: klr650@lists.xmission.com Date: June 18, 1999 6:37 PM Subject: (klr650) Serious subject matter >I am really upset at what I see going on with manufacturers and dealers. A >friend of mine had something screwy happen to his starter and it ran in >reverse and did some >serious engine damage on his new suzuki dr 650, the dealer ordered the parts >and there the bike sat in the shop for 7 weeks, All the dealer could say was >sorry, they don't have the parts yet at the warehouse. >He got Suzuki into the fray and they said sorry and sent him a complementary >leather jacket. >My A-11 has been sitting on my mechanic's lift table for two weeks waiting >for a balancer chain adjuster bolt (That I broke off) to arrive from Kawasaki >Because they were out of stock. > >when I brought My Yamaha 4-wheeler to have some warranty work done, the >service idiot said we'll take it apart and order the parts andyou should get >it back in a few weeks. >I worked as an auto mechanic for two years and I know this type of service >nonsence would not be tolerated by people who own cars, what can be done >about this crap besides have another bike standing by just incase you need >parts? > >am I missing something here? > >sorry , just frustrated-neil No Neil, I don't think you are. The whole matter is very frustrating. Unfortunately, comparing the issue to the automotive benchmark is a little like the apples and oranges theory. If the percentage of bikes on the road equalled cars, then the turn-around time on service would be shortened drastically, as the bike would be the primary vehicle for a large majority of people. But because it's treated as a secondary/pleasure vehicle, it's just not considered a high priority. Just my theory... Arne Visit the KLR650 archives at http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 Subscribe to Dual Sport News...write to Editor@dualsport.org for info. ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 18 Jun 1999 22:09:01 EDT From: Carmic7@aol.com Subject: (klr650) shock boots/handlebars 1- has anyone tried the renthal desert vintage bend bars? andwhat do you think? 2- Is there anything better than the fork boots on my a-11 which now need replacement? - -neil Visit the KLR650 archives at http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 Subscribe to Dual Sport News...write to Editor@dualsport.org for info. ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 18 Jun 1999 19:09:51 -0700 From: "Arne Larsen" Subject: Re: (klr650) Exhaust Core Packing - -----Original Message----- From: Carmic7@aol.com To: rbieri@paragon-networks.com ; KLR650@lists.xmission.com Date: June 18, 1999 6:44 PM Subject: Re: (klr650) Exhaust Core Packing >How and where did you get the paching where it was intended to be, around the >baffles inside a welded pipe? He didn't. He's running a SuperTrapp. Arne Visit the KLR650 archives at http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 Subscribe to Dual Sport News...write to Editor@dualsport.org for info. ------------------------------ Date: Fri, 18 Jun 1999 19:20:21 -0700 From: "Arne Larsen" Subject: Re: (klr650) wider rear tire? - -----Original Message----- From: Carmic7@aol.com To: klr650@lists.xmission.com Date: June 18, 1999 7:00 PM Subject: (klr650) wider rear tire? >A friend has the new Zuki 650 and it has a 140/80/17 rear tire(sahara) > >Would this fit on the klr and would it be a good idea I don't know, but bear in mind that any dimensional changes made to the rear tire can have an effect on how aftermarket parts fit. Larger tire = no lowering links, rubbing on certain exhausts, etc.. >satpid question- what's NKLR mean? > I'm not sure what "satpid" means, but your question is not stupid either... ;^) NKLR means "non KLR". Some listers have their e-mail set up to only read KLR specific postings. Anything NKLR, they either have it automatically deleted, or sent to a different in-box where they can look at it at a later time. In this way, when valid (but non KLR) discussions go on at length, the person who only wants to read KLR specific info doesn't have to do any sifting. Another tip to make your short posts more relevant (ie. your question about the exhaust packing) is to snip enough of the topic to remind the readers the issue you are referring to when asking a question. By doing this you will get more accurate and increased responses to your postings. Not a big deal, but in wanting to accurately answer your packing Q, I had to look back into my deleted messages folder and find the original message to make certain the exhaust was a Supertrap. Like I said, it's no big deal - just one of those things that make life a little simpler. Cheers, Arne Visit the KLR650 archives at http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 Subscribe to Dual Sport News...write to Editor@dualsport.org for info. ------------------------------ End of klr650-digest V2 #521 ****************************