klr650: life expectancy

[Charles]

I mentioned a bit back that I was considering a lowered seat. Assuming I were to buy one, what is the general consensus on brand? I've seen Corbin get a lot of good press. Then there is Sargent, and lastly TPI, which I've also read is made by Sargent; I never heard of TPI until last night. I am looking mainly at the dual platform type seats. I think for my use, these would be perfect. Corbin and TPI each make them. Sargents World Sport Seat, low version, does not have as much of a step as the Corbin and the TPI, and honestly, I think the Corbin and TPI look nicer. But, my backside won't care what it looks like after 200 miles...... I know that opinions vary regarding lowering seats; I'd personally rather lower the seat than the suspension. So, all that said, can anyone tell me why I should pay $379 for the Corbin, or $359 for the Sargent, when I could buy the TPI for $299? Is TPI a good name? It really isn't that much more money to buy the Corbin, but, if I don't have to, why should I? On the other hand, Corbin has a very good reputation. So, I am leaning Corbin, but I am interested in opinions and experience regarding all these seats. Also, I see that Corbin has various options as far as the material used. What is recommended? I know that it would be best to try one out first, but that is unlikely, as I live in the sticks of NE PA, and finding someone semi-local for one, much less all three, is going to be tough. Finally, are there other brands that I may have not heard about? Anything else I should be looking at? Chuck F. NE PA ---------- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.5.409 / Virus Database: 270.13.100/2374 - Release Date: 09/15/09 20:00:00 [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

[Rick McCauley]

I remember reading you response "forever" when you originally sent it. I thought you were being serious/ funny, but not a smart a$$. I Average 4,000 miles a year. (21,000 miles on the bike now) and I have never even adjusted the cable play. I have no doubt, the clutch could last until the motor needs rebuilt. Rick A17

--- On Tue, 9/15/09, judjonzz wrote: From: judjonzz Subject: [DSN_KLR650] Re: klr650: life expectancy To: DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 8:54 PM I'm not kidding. the clutch is from a 900cc four cylinder bike, or something like that. It's more than enough clutch for this bike. Mine shows 46xxx on the odo. Actual mileage is closer to 50k. I experienced a little slippage last year, but a new cable and correct adjustment rectified it. They may not all last forever, but I think you may reasonably expect your clutch to outlast the engine. --- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogro ups.com, Luc Legrain wrote: > > AAAH , YES, LIKE THEY SAY ..... THERE IS ONE IN EVERY CROWD , SMART ASS THAT IS !!!!! > > --- On Tue, 9/15/09, judjonzz wrote: > > > From: judjonzz > Subject: [DSN_KLR650] Re: klr650: life expectancy > To: DSN_KLR650@yahoogro ups.com > Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2009, 12:21 PM > > > > > > > --- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogro ups.com, Luc Legrain wrote: > > > > What is the average life expectancy of the clutch on the 650 ? > > > > Forever. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] > [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]