[dsn_klr650] new guy wants to get a dual-sport, needs help

[Bogdan Swider]

> >Hi List, just wondering how much damage I may be doing by not using a >torque wrench when reinstalling front and rear wheels.(not too tight >so they still spin,not too loose so they don't fall off, not too >scientific huh?) am I asking for bearing problems or is this still >safe territory for tightening by feel?.....thanks all....cosmo

I've always done wheels by feel. Recently since I now have three torque wrenches I feel obliged to use them. Doesn't seem to make a difference. Bogdan ________________________________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com

[InWoods13@aol.com]

In a message dated 4/30/00 12:06:22 PM Eastern Daylight Time, steve.pye@... writes: << I've owned the Honda XL 500 and the XL 600 and although they were better in the dirt, neither can match the all round versatility of the KLR. Just my humble opinion, good luck with your purchase. >> I bought an XL600 when they were introduced in 83, and it did handle better in the dirt than the KLR650. Looking back at the pictures of the XL, I suspect a large part of the good dirt handling was result of the really low seat height, and being a few pounds lighter than the KLR. Am thinking that the lowering links available for the KLR will make a world of difference in its dirt manners. High speed street handling gets the nod on the KLR. The XL didn't like 70mph for extended times. KLR is more passenger friendly, better cruise range too. The XL was bulletproof, I've only put 1500 miles on the KLR so can't attest to it's durability, but from the many testimonials I've read...I don't think I'll be disappointed. The "wandering green whale" (uh huh, I stole that, with permission, sort of) is the first non-Honda I've ever owned. Never thought I'd be riding something green. This list in part, pushed me over the edge on the XR650/KLR650 decision. Thanks listers. Scott(grown to like green) A14 Sorrento