New Members - Please Introduce Yourself

GrindSkidplate said:

Endorsement course is next month. ADV class to follow. Thanks for the recommendation. Any organizations that you suggest?

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I don't have personal experience with any in the Seattle area. However, Touratech (a big ADV part and accessories shop) does ADV tours on the WABDR, so I would check with them for recommended ADV trainers.

spudmanzx11 said:

Hello! I picked up my '09 KLR this May and love it! I live in the kettle moraine area of Wisconsin and the opportunities for riding here are endless. One thing I'm trying to figure out though is exactly what I need to do to be able to send a PM to another member. I had an "unfortunate incident" on a dual sport ride this weekend and need a few replacement parts. I found a member that likely has what I need in the "Classifieds" section, but I don't seem to be able to send him a message. I've searched the rules sections, but I'm not sure if I need to post 5 times or 15 before I can contact another member. Any help would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance.
Jeff

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You didn't attempt the kmsr event yesterday did you?
I rode it on a husqvarna fe501. It was slick in the woods. I kept it upright for all 128 miles, barely.

Yep! I'm actually a member of the KMSR club. I did the club pre-ride on Friday and only made it through the first 5 properties, while laying the bike down 3 different times. I haven't done much off road riding in nearly 30 years, but I really want to get back into it. Hope you had fun on the ride yesterday! We sure had a great turnout.

spudmanzx11 said:

Yep! I'm actually a member of the KMSR club. I did the club pre-ride on Friday and only made it through the first 5 properties, while laying the bike down 3 different times. I haven't done much off road riding in nearly 30 years, but I really want to get back into it. Hope you had fun on the ride yesterday! We sure had a great turnout.

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I had a blast as usual. This was my 10th time riding this event. Time flies. Some of the main blue routes were tricky this year and there seemed to be lots of first timers this year. Hope everyone made it through safe. Dinner was great too! Thanks to the land owners, you and the other club members for putting the event on!

Reveille said:

I had a blast as usual. This was my 10th time riding this event. Time flies. Some of the main blue routes were tricky this year and there seemed to be lots of first timers this year. Hope everyone made it through safe. Dinner was great too! Thanks to the land owners, you and the other club members for putting the event on!

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Thanks Reveille...I will definitely pass your comments on to the club at our next meeting!

Hey y’all, My name is Grant B. I am an Auburn university Student and getting into my first bike. I’ve ridden dirt bikes but am really wanting to get into something more enjoyable and able to ride on the road. I currently have 2 bikes both about 2 hours from me. One is a 2007 KLR for 3800 with 6k miles the other is a 2015 for 3000 with 11k miles. Both bikes are owned by an older gentleman and we’ll taken care of. I do enjoy offroading and sold my dirt bike. I am wondering if y’all could give me insight and tell me pros and cons of each and which bike is better.
Thank you, excited to join the KLR family

The 2007 (Gen 1) is more off-highway capable, a little more suspension travel, there for a little more skidplate clearance.
It is also taller in the seat, 36" legs help a lot, especially off-highway. It is about 20-25 lbs lighter & has less fragile / narrower body parts.

The 2008-2018 (Gen 2) has more highway oriented fairing & radiator shrouds, for better wind deflection at highway speed. About an inch & a half lower seat height.

They are both quite capable bikes, under a good rider, from 9mph off-highway to about 90mph on highway.

Check all KLR's engine oil Before the first start Every Day. And 3-5 times during the day, especially at 70+ / 5000rpm operation speeds, until you confirm/get used to its oil appetite or lack thereof. Many motorcycle/KLR engines have been severely damaged because of this Potential Issue.

I run the snot out of mine & yes I have to add some oil between changes.

Hello all!
Rick Speicher here from Canyon Lake, Texas. Been riding since I was a teenager, sport bikes mostly. Needed a bike to do some off road exploring, so I bought this 2009. I know the 2008-2009 had some issues, but the miles are low (12k), and the price was right. The Givi cases and the Seat Concepts saddle clinched the deal. Already falling in love with her, never thought I'd have so much fun. Should have got one sooner! Would love to hear any advice on maintenance and upgrades!

Hello All,
I am a brand new rider, 54 years old. I found a low mileage 2012 KLR. I just installed a sargent low seat and also added lowering links. I am enjoying it very much. I live in St. Jacobs, Ontario, Canada. It is getting colder here, but I do still plan to get out a few more times before the snow.

Paper said:

Pretty please???
It's great to have you introduce yourself, but we also would like to know where you're from, too!!

If you're shy, you don't even need to post your town, but at least what part of the country you're from.. That way people in your area can get to know you, or even better, meet you!!!


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Paper said:

Pretty please???
It's great to have you introduce yourself, but we also would like to know where you're from, too!!

If you're shy, you don't even need to post your town, but at least what part of the country you're from.. That way people in your area can get to know you, or even better, meet you!!!


<--- Please fill in the 'Location' on your personal profile page. User CP/Edit Your Details

This information makes it much easier for other members to answer/comment on your posts.

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Hello all, the names Chris shives, I live in south central wyoming (rawlins). I'm a long time rider of dirt and asphalt but new to the klr. I've been lurking around on here for a while and really enjoy the technical information and community. Happy to be here and hope to see you all out in the wind!

Hi Folks In SOCAL bought a KLR and I am interested in making it perfect for my uses. Glad to be a part of this forum.
Adventurer and USMC SNIPER enthusiast

Tumbleweeds: Rawlins is pretty close to Lander, which is where our forum expert PDWestman lives and has serviced KLRs since, oh, dinosaurs roamed prehistoric Wyoming. If you ever need service that you can't do yourself, he is DA MAN!

Good day all!! I’m Paul from the Palm Springs of Washington….. aka Yakima. I just picked up my 2022 KLR650 base model last week and absolutely love it. My girlfriend and I rode a short section of the WABDR that’s close to our house and had a blast! I can’t wait to get more riding in and gain more insight from the more knowledgeable peeps on this forum.

KLR-Mule said:

The only thing missing is a double-axle utility trailer hooked behind your KLR!

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I'm working on that!

Yakclimber509: What section of the WABDR did you do? I was up there a month ago when it was still hot and dry. I did the sections from N. Wenas Rd to Elllensburg, then Ellensburg to Wenatchee. I expect the dusty and hard crust sections are now mud pits and slides. Did you take your girlfriend on the back, or did she ride her own bike?