Wilsons Sandbox

On Wed, 7 Jan 2009 19:55:20 -0800 (PST) sylvain gilbert writes:

> I need to replace the rings in my KLR and would like to know the the > engine needs to come off the frame or if it can be done in place. > Trying to save some steps if possible > Thanks in advance > Sylvain

<><><><><><> <><><><><><> Sylvain, Yes it can be done with the engine in place. My suggestion is for you to use a Clymer maintenance manual for the job. Make sure you pay attention to the location of all fasteners holding the cylinder to the cases. A couple of them aren't obvious to casual observation. It may also be cost effective to replace the piston with a 685 kit from Schnitz Racing. The bore of the cylinder will have to be enlarged but that's not a big issue usually. Many folks with the 685 kit report no oil use, less vibration and a bit more power. Best, Jeff Saline ABC # 4412 South Dakota Airmarshal Airheads Beemer Club www.airheads.org The Beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota 75 R90/6, 03 KLR650, 79 R100RT ____________________________________________________________ Save hundreds on an Unsecured Loan - Click here. http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2141/fc/PnY6rw2QH0tQ6PFuQNbWXCPigmuhLYuhrQhh4quOXTDfAraz9CnVS/

My guess make um yourself ( 40 mm Ammo cans maybe ) or http://www.armygear.net/ag/store/0145.html# ( Make the mounts ) or http://www.tpi4x4.com/KLR650/KLR650Touring.html or http://www.happy-trail.com or Fred is always a great source for just about anything.. Never a problem ordering from Fred myself.( the couple I have ) http://www.angelfire.com/ut/moab/parts_frames.html No Affil's just links I got.. --- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, Matthew Howton wrote:

> > Looking for the best place to invest for a set of panniers for a

2008 Kawasaki KLR 650 ? Anybody ? TIA, Mr. Matt

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20 mm cans from Army Gear can be good too. DC Dooden wrote:

> > My guess make um yourself ( 40 mm Ammo cans maybe ) or > > http://www.armygear.net/ag/store/0145.html# > http://www.armygear.net/ag/store/0145.html#> ( Make the mounts ) or > > http://www.tpi4x4.com/KLR650/KLR650Touring.html > http://www.tpi4x4.com/KLR650/KLR650Touring.html> or > > http://www.happy-trail.com http://www.happy-trail.com> or > > Fred is always a great source for just about anything.. Never a > problem ordering from Fred myself.( the couple I have ) > > http://www.angelfire.com/ut/moab/parts_frames.html > http://www.angelfire.com/ut/moab/parts_frames.html> > > No Affil's just links I got.. > > --- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com > , Matthew Howton > wrote: > > > > Looking for the best place to invest for a set of panniers for a > 2008 Kawasaki KLR 650 ? Anybody ? TIA, Mr. Matt > > > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > > > >

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I use a set of soft saddle bags when needed. Hard ones (ammo boxes) make GREAT leg breakers (read revmatin's report if you don't believe me). Ed

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, Matthew Howton wrote: > > Looking for the best place to invest for a set of panniers for a 2008 Kawasaki KLR 650 ? Anybody ? TIA, Mr. Matt > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] >

I like my Caribou's. I've taken them on a trip to Mexico, and I leave them on all the time. I took two hard low speed falls down a mountain (for only a short distance) and I bent one frame a bit. Neither bag was harmed and when I got home I pried the frame out with just eyeball measuring and they were good as new. They are based on Pelican Cases, which I have had a lot in the past for scuba gear on airlines. They are unbelievably tough, water proof, and absolutely will not bend. They may break but I've never seen one break. http://cariboucases.com/ Downside is that they are rigid cases and if they hook your ankle or leg they could hurt you. Also they are ugly. db ________________________________ From: fasteddiecopeman To: DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, January 8, 2009 10:26:25 PM Subject: [DSN_KLR650] Re: Panniers ?? Where to purchase for a 2008 KLR I use a set of soft saddle bags when needed. Hard ones (ammo boxes) make GREAT leg breakers (read revmatin's report if you don't believe me). Ed

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogro ups.com, Matthew Howton wrote: > > Looking for the best place to invest for a set of panniers for a 2008 Kawasaki KLR 650 ? Anybody ? TIA, Mr. Matt > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

In a message dated 1/8/2009 9:06:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, pentax@... writes: Fred is always a great source for just about anything.. Never a

> problem ordering .Fred is always a great source for just about anything..

Is Fred still the moderator here ? Dennis **************New year...new news. Be the first to know what is making headlines. (http://www.aol.com/?ncid=emlcntaolcom00000026) [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Yassir, it's a tough job but somebody's got to do it. Fred http://www.arrowheadmotorsports.com http://s1.zetaboards.com/arrowhead

----- Original Message ----- From: denvowell@... To: pentax@... ; DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, January 09, 2009 10:53 AM Subject: Re: [DSN_KLR650] Re: Panniers ?? Where to purchase for a 2008 KLR In a message dated 1/8/2009 9:06:00 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, pentax@... writes: Fred is always a great source for just about anything.. Never a > problem ordering .Fred is always a great source for just about anything.. Is Fred still the moderator here ? Dennis **************New year...new news. Be the first to know what is making headlines. (http://www.aol.com/?ncid=emlcntaolcom00000026) [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Yep, When the KiLeRista's play nice, it is much easier to be moderator. Why, you hardly know he is there--but he is! Sort of has some theological implications, don't you think? Thanks 2 all of you--for all you do. I/we enjoy my bike(s) so much more because of all the work, personal consideration, advice that happens here. revmaaatin.

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "Fred Hink" wrote: > > Yassir, it's a tough job but somebody's got to do it. > > Fred > http://www.arrowheadmotorsports.com > http://s1.zetaboards.com/arrowhead > > > > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: denvowell@... > Is Fred still the moderator here ? > Dennis

Mathew I decided to go with the Pelican bags with SW Motec mounts from Twisted Throttle... You can search for the bags on Froogle for the best price. http://picasaweb.google.com/fmh3469/08KLR650E8F#5270491037416619826 Has worked well for me Mike H.

----- Original Message ----- From: Matthew Howton To: DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, January 08, 2009 1:29 PM Subject: [DSN_KLR650] Panniers ?? Where to purchase for a 2008 KLR Looking for the best place to invest for a set of panniers for a 2008 Kawasaki KLR 650 ? Anybody ? TIA, Mr. Matt [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]