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new '01 klr 650 mod questions
Posted: Thu Jun 21, 2001 2:34 am
by jay wilcox
Hi folks,
Just got a new '01 KLR 650 (put all of 200 miles on
it so far) and was wondering what the general
consensus is for like the top 5 mods that need to be
made to the bike. From what I have been reading here
and through the archives, looks like:
1) new exhaust (considering the Laser), do you need to
rejet with this one?
2) braided front brake line
3) different tires (i'll probably be riding
dirt/gravel/trails like 30% of the time) But I'll get
some wear and tear out of these Dunlops first.
4) Already ordered the Moose bash plate
5) ?
Should I wait until I get past the initial break-in
period (500 miles) before installing the new exhaust
and rejetting?
Also, I see Loctite in my near future. I've already
lost one bolt out of my fairing.
I've owned several bikes through the years, but
will gladly listen to any advice on what to do with
this new KLR.
Jeff in San Francisco
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new '01 klr 650 mod questions
Posted: Thu Jun 21, 2001 4:32 am
by Pierre Fortier
If you can't decide by yourself maybe you don't need anything
----- Original Message -----
From: "jay wilcox"
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Sent: Thursday, June 21, 2001 3:34 AM
Subject: [DSN_klr650] New '01 KLR 650 mod questions
> Hi folks,
>
> Just got a new '01 KLR 650 (put all of 200 miles on
> it so far) and was wondering what the general
> consensus is for like the top 5 mods that need to be
> made to the bike. From what I have been reading here
> and through the archives, looks like:
>
> 1) new exhaust (considering the Laser), do you need to
> rejet with this one?
> 2) braided front brake line
> 3) different tires (i'll probably be riding
> dirt/gravel/trails like 30% of the time) But I'll get
> some wear and tear out of these Dunlops first.
> 4) Already ordered the Moose bash plate
> 5) ?
>
> Should I wait until I get past the initial break-in
> period (500 miles) before installing the new exhaust
> and rejetting?
>
> Also, I see Loctite in my near future. I've already
> lost one bolt out of my fairing.
>
> I've owned several bikes through the years, but
> will gladly listen to any advice on what to do with
> this new KLR.
>
> Jeff in San Francisco
>
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new '01 klr 650 mod questions
Posted: Thu Jun 21, 2001 6:10 am
by tismybutt@yahoo.com
I picked my 01 up a month ago. 1350 miles so far. My very first mod
was a 16 tooth front. Dropped the revs about 600 on the highway. A
set of gel grips too. Next Mod is a ss brakeline, I HATE the way the
front feels. I'm going to wait till winter and do a pipe/K&N/open air
box/Jet kit.
I like to do it all at once for jetting reasons.
--- In DSN_klr650@y..., jay wilcox wrote:
> Hi folks,
>
> Just got a new '01 KLR 650 (put all of 200 miles on
> it so far) and was wondering what the general
> consensus is for like the top 5 mods that need to be
> made to the bike. From what I have been reading here
> and through the archives, looks like:
>
> 1) new exhaust (considering the Laser), do you need to
> rejet with this one?
> 2) braided front brake line
> 3) different tires (i'll probably be riding
> dirt/gravel/trails like 30% of the time) But I'll get
> some wear and tear out of these Dunlops first.
> 4) Already ordered the Moose bash plate
> 5) ?
>
> Should I wait until I get past the initial break-in
> period (500 miles) before installing the new exhaust
> and rejetting?
>
> Also, I see Loctite in my near future. I've already
> lost one bolt out of my fairing.
>
> I've owned several bikes through the years, but
> will gladly listen to any advice on what to do with
> this new KLR.
>
> Jeff in San Francisco
>
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new '01 klr 650 mod questions
Posted: Thu Jun 21, 2001 8:20 am
by Ralph E. Hanson
Jay writes:
From what I have been reading here
>and through the archives, looks like:
>
>1) new exhaust (considering the Laser), do you need to
>rejet with this one?
Stock exhaust is fine. It has a habit of tweeting, but otherwise does a
good job of providing reasonable power, reasonable economy, and reasonable
noise. I really don't understand the urge to replace stock exhaust
systems. All anyone ever does is bitch about how crappy they are (except
the Laser). The main reason I can see that people put on new exhausts is
to annoy their neighbors and say LOOK AT ME!
>2) braided front brake line
And back. This is well worth your money. Next to Progressive Springs in
the front, this was the best change I've made. I can even howl the tires
with the new lines
>3) different tires (i'll probably be riding
>dirt/gravel/trails like 30% of the time) But I'll get
>some wear and tear out of these Dunlops first.
Wear out the stock tires first and then decide what kind of riding you
really do. I need to check today on whether my rear tire has arrived yet.
I'm replacing the stock tires with Metzeler Tourances.
>4) Already ordered the Moose bash plate
>5) ?
If you want luggage, get Arnie's or Tim's sideracks and a set of Ortleib
dry bags. Waterproof, reasonably priced, can be mounted permanently. Only
problem is that they don't lock.
I might also suggest a new tool kit.
I've replaced the stock seat, but that's probably more vanity than real need.
Ralph
Ralph Hanson
1999 KLR 650
rhanson40@...
http://www.wvu.edu/~journal2/west
new '01 klr 650 mod questions
Posted: Thu Jun 21, 2001 11:17 am
by Stuart Mumford
I would skip the exhaust for now, and with the money you save, get a
Progressive 420 rear shock. Also get the Progressive front springs. It is a
really easy mod and you get way more added riding pleasure for your money.
I think the KLR is a fabulous bike bone stock, but if you feel like you have
to do some mods, do your suspension first.
CA Stu A13
Riverside CA
-----Original Message-----
> Hi folks,
>
> Just got a new '01 KLR 650 (put all of 200 miles on
> it so far) and was wondering what the general
> consensus is for like the top 5 mods that need to be
> made to the bike. From what I have been reading here
> and through the archives, looks like:
>
> 1) new exhaust (considering the Laser), do you need to
> rejet with this one?
> 2) braided front brake line
> 3) different tires (i'll probably be riding
> dirt/gravel/trails like 30% of the time) But I'll get
> some wear and tear out of these Dunlops first.
> 4) Already ordered the Moose bash plate
> 5) ?
>
> Should I wait until I get past the initial break-in
> period (500 miles) before installing the new exhaust
> and rejetting?
>
> Also, I see Loctite in my near future. I've already
> lost one bolt out of my fairing.
>
> I've owned several bikes through the years, but
> will gladly listen to any advice on what to do with
> this new KLR.
>
> Jeff in San Francisco
new '01 klr 650 mod questions
Posted: Thu Jun 21, 2001 2:35 pm
by readmyemail@juno.com
I think it's a toss up between the following:
IMS Pro pegs
IMS shift lever or McDonald's folding shift lever
aluminum heavy duty cooling fan blade
Honda XRL mirrors
fork brace
lower front fender
relocate license plate
moose bash plate/radiator/coolant reservoir guards/highway pegs/engine
guard
safety switches disabled at cluth lever and sidestand
disable the ignition cut-off switch
Progressive Larry Roesler fork springs
Progressive rear spring
gel grips
Russell stainless steel brake lines front/rear
magnetic oil drain plug
"T" in carburetor vent tube
replace fuses with circuit breakers/blade fuses
Dual Star centerstand
K&P stainless steel lifetime oil filter
16T sprocket for hwy
Acerbis disc protector
shark fin rear master cylinder protector
Headlight Shutoff Switch
check if forks level with the top triple-clamp
Acerbis handguards
Bierdo's chainslides& turn signal beeper
ok, ok - he asked - I couldn't decide what was most important!
FGBH
Zoe
----- Original Message -----
From: "jay wilcox"
To: DSN_klr650@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Thursday, June 21, 2001 3:34 AM
Subject: [DSN_klr650] New '01 KLR 650 mod questions
> Hi folks,
>
> Just got a new '01 KLR 650 (put all of 200 miles on
> it so far) and was wondering what the general
> consensus is for like the top 5 mods that need to be
> made to the bike. From what I have been reading here
> and through the archives, looks like:
>
> 1) new exhaust (considering the Laser), do you need to
> rejet with this one?
> 2) braided front brake line
> 3) different tires (i'll probably be riding
> dirt/gravel/trails like 30% of the time) But I'll get
> some wear and tear out of these Dunlops first.
> 4) Already ordered the Moose bash plate
> 5) ?
>
> Should I wait until I get past the initial break-in
> period (500 miles) before installing the new exhaust
> and rejetting?
>
> Also, I see Loctite in my near future. I've already
> lost one bolt out of my fairing.
>
> I've owned several bikes through the years, but
> will gladly listen to any advice on what to do with
> this new KLR.
>
> Jeff in San Francisco
>
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new '01 klr 650 mod questions
Posted: Thu Jun 21, 2001 4:19 pm
by Ralph E. Hanson
Ben writes:
>Got a question on this one. I installed a Givi topbox on my brand new KLR
>yesterday, and of course had to pull the stock toolkit off before doing it
>because it would have been buried beneath the Givi rack forever otherwise.
>For now, I am probably just going to fasten it down inside the Givi box, but
>I would love some input on other tool kits/mounting options you might
>suggest.
>
Well, I've ordered a CruzTools M1 Econokit. It's essentially the same as
their top of the line $120 kit except that it has imported tools instead of
USA made ones. It cost $50 plus $7 shipping and handling from the
manufacturer. (I checked, and Fred doesn't carry it.)
I'll just carry it in my saddlebag. I'll report on it once it arrives.
Ralph
Ralph Hanson
1999 KLR 650
rhanson40@...
http://www.wvu.edu/~journal2/west
new '01 klr 650 mod questions
Posted: Thu Jun 21, 2001 8:53 pm
by Les Lampman
----- Original Message -----
From: "Pierre Fortier"
To: DSN_klr650@yahoogroups.com>; "jay wilcox"
Sent: Thursday, June 21, 2001 2:35 AM
Subject: Re: [DSN_klr650] New '01 KLR 650 mod questions
> If you can't decide by yourself maybe you don't need anything
>
Nice bit of help that comment
Les
new '01 klr 650 mod questions
Posted: Fri Jun 22, 2001 8:40 am
by Devon Jarvis
I did my version of the PVC tool box mounted to the engine guards. I
made mine out of 3" pvc, only 10" long so when (not if) I drop the bike
off-road again the toolbox won't hit anything. It really doesn't hold
much, the stock tools plus the extra wrenches, small screwdriver etc. I
carry.
I still keep a few things in my tank bag, but it's nice to have the
weight of the wrenches etc. down low and out of the tank bag.
I bought a mini air inflator at Costco last night, and sure enough if
you remove the Imac style plastic case, it's pretty tiny. Fits in the
side pocket of my tank bag easily.
Devon
"Ralph E. Hanson" wrote:
new '01 klr 650 mod questions
Posted: Fri Jun 22, 2001 9:11 am
by Devon Jarvis
Smartass remark perhaps, but not bad advice either.
I have bolted on a whole bunch of semi-necessary crap to my KLR, but I
have not done any motor mods. On previous bikes I have done aftermarket
exhausts, jet kits, racing carbs, etc. and have gotten great results,
but I have noticed that fuel consumption increases a lot faster than
performance does.
My $.02-
#1- alloy bash plate
#2- stainless braided front brake hose
#3- metal reinforced hand guards (cheaper than replacing a lever perch
once)
I would do all of these even if my KLR never touched dirt. The KLR is
fast enough, gets good mileage, and is pretty quiet as well.
Devon Jarvis
A15
78 SR500
81 SR500
Les Lampman wrote: