rainy day question

[Bogdan Swider]

Re: [DSN_KLR650] rainy day question My name isn’t Fred though I did play him here one time when he was out ATVing. What works for me is using the stock shock but installing  a heavy duty spring Fred sold me. I got a fine deal on a second OEM shock when the first one wore out; a lot of guys on this very list have them lying around after they upgrade. Bogdan, around 150 lbs.

On 3/22/10 1:33 PM, "transalp 1" transalp1@...> wrote:

          [quote]Thanks, Walt!   Whew! I can get at the bolt part without yanking the airbox,etc... Now, to save up for a decent shock. Fred? What's your recommendation these days? (95% street ridden 09' for solo 180 pound rider). =) eddie     ----- Original Message ----- [b]From:[/b] k650   [b]To: [/b]transalp1@...;KLR650 list DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com> [b]Sent:[/b] 3/22/2010 11:53:54 AM [b]Subject:[/b] RE: [DSN_KLR650] rainy day question Nut is welded to and part of frame.   Walt     Can't get out and look at my bike today and have questions for those that've changed out their shock. Does the top bolt have a fixed nut on the back side? What's involved in getting at that bolt? I have a centerstand. So, removing the rear wheel is a snap. Just want to plan ahead for a future project. Any other tips/tricks would be appreciated! THANKS! eddie

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[Bob K]

On the back of the bike I use a XL Aerostich Motofizz expandable bag...pricey but nice. Bob     To: charlesf@...; dsn_klr650@yahoogroups.com From: bounder36@... Date: Mon, 22 Mar 2010 20:29:47 +0000 Subject: RE: [DSN_KLR650] Bike packable tents and camping gear   Chuck,   REI has a great selection of tents.    Something else that really improves a night in the tent is a very small cot.  Many manufactures are making them now, I've had one for 20 years and sleep as comfortably in the tent as I do at home.  Of course I Also bring  the pillow off my bed and a foam pad too.    I'm ready to go camping too and shake this crappy cabin fever once and for all.   Greg   To: DSN_KLR650@yahoogro ups.com From: charlesf@epix. net Date: Mon, 22 Mar 2010 16:07:58 -0400 Subject: [DSN_KLR650] Bike packable tents and camping gear   I am guessing that I am not the only person here on this list, with a KLR, that likes to camp.  And, spring is upon us, with summer soon to follow.  Well, I hope, anyway.    I am looking at some "backpacking" tents, that would be bike-packable on the KLR.  I am specifically looking for a 2-3 person (read 2 people and a small amount of gear) size.   Naturally, I also need to carry other things, such as camp stoves, sleeping bag, food/drink, etc., so size/weight is an issue.   I'm sort of planning my "kit" now, and I was wondering if anyone had suggestions. .....  perhaps examples of the gear they use, or even photos of how you packed your bike.   I have a 2009, so the rack is a bit larger than the older versions.  I have the factory tail bag, but I am also considering options specifically for camping;  also, I will have my wife with me, so I can't use that seat space.....   Thanks in advance for suggestions, etc. Chuck F. NE PA  

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