tires test & comparison in files section - try this!

[solidoak2002]

Has anyone installed Dual-Star's KLR hydraulic clutch? If so, would you please share your experiences in installation and performance. Thank you.

[cb750fs]

Has anyone have tried out the Hydraulic Clutch upgrade on their KLR? If so, how do you like it? Any problems? Kinda spendy though @ $240. Anyway`s I have some time on my hands and it just so happens that I have most of all the tools & equipment to make my own and I`m ichin to give it a try. Why not? I`m planning on usuing stainless steel seamless 3/16 tubing untill I get to the steering head, then a braided hose line to the aftermarket master cylinder I will install on the bars. Trust me I`m no engineer, but it seems it would be really easy to do, except I`m a bit stuck on the actuator part. Looks like it`s a $40 dollar part but I don`t know what the size is. Does anyone know what the bore size and the stroke length for the actuator is? And maybe any other info? Thanks.

[dougtyrone@aol.com]

Dual Star has a great looking unit, I ordered one last week and will let the group know how it works out.  I'm not fond of the mechanical unit that comes stock.   Doug 09 KLR

[Shane]

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "cb750fs" wrote: WOW, I wish I could have so much time on my hands!!! Just accept the KLR for what it is, reliable, and leave it alone. I have Hydro clutches on my KTM, Ducati, and BMW's. They are great, but they WILL let you down in the worst places. The KLR is meant to go places, although at a slower pace than a KTM. When you get there it's really nice to enjoy the view instead of worries about mechanical crap. What's so wrong with a cable? You can carry a spare tied to your working unit! For $12.-! Try that with a hydro! Leave it as it is,ALL of it, and get a KTM to learn why! Don't get me wrong, the KTM is one HELL of a Monster machine! But it is like Italian Machinery, and Women, they require a LOT of attention. The KLR is like the fat chick at the high school dance. Remember now? Just treat her right and everything will be well in your world. > > Has anyone have tried out the Hydraulic Clutch upgrade on their KLR? > If so, how do you like it? Any problems? Kinda spendy though @ $240. > Anyway`s I have some time on my hands and it just so happens that I have most of all the tools & equipment to make my own and I`m ichin to give it a try. Why not? > I`m planning on usuing stainless steel seamless 3/16 tubing untill I get to the steering head, then a braided hose line to the aftermarket master cylinder I will install on the bars. > Trust me I`m no engineer, but it seems it would be really easy to do, except I`m a bit stuck on the actuator part. Looks like it`s a $40 dollar part but I don`t know what the size is. Does anyone know what the bore size and the stroke length for the actuator is? And maybe any other info? > Thanks. >

[cb750fs]

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, dougtyrone@... wrote:

> > Dual Star has a great looking unit, I ordered one last week and will let > the group know how it works out. I'm not fond of the mechanical unit that > comes stock. > > Doug > 09 KLR >

Let us know how it works out. I was looking at that then I came to the realization that I have every thing down in my basement to make my own. All except the actuator I would need to buy. Just need to know the bore & stroke measurements are? Not that I`m trying to copy someone else`s work, just less headaches that way. My lucky guess is 3/8" bore and 2" stroke? Hardline tubing is my creative outlet. I saved a friend of mine $300 for making a replacement transmission/cooler line for his jeep that he says that couldn`t be done. Ha! I knew that my aircraft mechanics training would come in handy someday.

[dooden]

Seemed too expensive for my blood, its not like the clutch is all that hard to pull in. Heck I have a "Shorty" lever on mine so I can wrap two end fingers around the bars when playing and still be able to use the clutch. Dooden A15 Green Ape

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "cb750fs" wrote: > > Has anyone have tried out the Hydraulic Clutch upgrade on their KLR? > If so, how do you like it? Any problems? Kinda spendy though @ $240. > Anyway`s I have some time on my hands and it just so happens that I have most of all the tools & equipment to make my own and I`m ichin to give it a try. Why not? > I`m planning on usuing stainless steel seamless 3/16 tubing untill I get to the steering head, then a braided hose line to the aftermarket master cylinder I will install on the bars. > Trust me I`m no engineer, but it seems it would be really easy to do, except I`m a bit stuck on the actuator part. Looks like it`s a $40 dollar part but I don`t know what the size is. Does anyone know what the bore size and the stroke length for the actuator is? And maybe any other info? > Thanks. >

[hansenj32]

Well, that doesn't work either. Here's where I got it originally or go to the Flies Section "Tires Test & Comparison": http://www.conti-online.com/generator/www/de/en/continental/motorcycle/general/links/news/cta_testwinner_en.pdf

> Distanzia vs Battle Wing vs TrailAttack vs Trailmax 607 vs Tourance vs > Anakee vs Scorpion in Files Section or see here:

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "hansenj32" wrote: > > > Distanzia vs Battle Wing vs TrailAttack vs Trailmax 607 vs Tourance vs > Anakee vs Scorpion in Files Section or see here: > > http://f1.grp.yahoofs.com/v1/AMTRS0XGj1 ... qNWl3fL6Mz\ > 8Gwb03QDv-YQmxQqoP9R4o9K5gr1_0Zgd8Tl8ISMmAoDHEorN9Q/Tires%20Tests%20%26%\ > 20Comparisons.pdf > http://f1.grp.yahoofs.com/v1/AMTRS0XGj1 ... QqNWl3fL6M\ > z8Gwb03QDv-YQmxQqoP9R4o9K5gr1_0Zgd8Tl8ISMmAoDHEorN9Q/Tires%20Tests%20%26\ > %20Comparisons.pdf> > > Jake >

[Jud]

Sounds like an answer to a question that nobody has asked: "How can I spend a bunch of dough to make my clutch less reliable, for no noticeable improvement in function?" Although if I had the clutch that Paul Streeter had on one of his bikes, perhaps I would be singing a different tune.

--- In DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com, "cb750fs" wrote: > > Has anyone have tried out the Hydraulic Clutch upgrade on their KLR? > If so, how do you like it? Any problems? Kinda spendy though @ $240. > Anyway`s I have some time on my hands and it just so happens that I have most of all the tools & equipment to make my own and I`m ichin to give it a try. Why not? > I`m planning on usuing stainless steel seamless 3/16 tubing untill I get to the steering head, then a braided hose line to the aftermarket master cylinder I will install on the bars. > Trust me I`m no engineer, but it seems it would be really easy to do, except I`m a bit stuck on the actuator part. Looks like it`s a $40 dollar part but I don`t know what the size is. Does anyone know what the bore size and the stroke length for the actuator is? And maybe any other info? > Thanks. >