foam donuts instead of tire tubes?

[Krieger, Larry]

I'm about to buy a new 2001, I think.  Should I ask the dealer to put a steel/braided brake line on the front as part of the deal -- does it really help on hard braking?  (I'll be doing mostly back road and highway running - +/- 70mph.    other thoughts for this kind of riding on the klr much appreciated.  thanks!

[Fred Hink]

[b]It never hurts to ask.  I am not sure what your dealer will say but the SS brakeline is a great way to help the brakes on the KLR.[/b] [b][/b]  [b]Fred[/b] [b]www.arrowheadmotorsports.com[/b]

----- Original Message ----- [b]From:[/b] lkrieger@... [b]To:[/b] moabmc@... ; DSN_klr650@egroups.com [b]Sent:[/b] Thursday, September 28, 2000 7:26 AM [b]Subject:[/b] [DSN_klr650] new, another (BRAKE) question I'm about to buy a new 2001, I think.  Should I ask the dealer to put a steel/braided brake line on the front as part of the deal -- does it really help on hard braking?  (I'll be doing mostly back road and highway running - +/- 70mph.    other thoughts for this kind of riding on the klr much appreciated.  thanks! Visit the KLR650 archives at http://www.listquest.com/lq/search.html?ln=klr650 Support Dual Sport News... dsneditor@... Let's keep this list SPAM free! Visit our site at http://www.egroups.com/group/DSN_klr650 To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: DSN_klr650-unsubscribe@egroups.com

[BCSavWill@cs.com]

Hi, Yes, it really helps. Made mine up from Goodridge pipe and fittings. My levers pull up SOLID with about 3/4in (max) lever end movement. Fit some descent pads too, I use DP and think they are about as good as you can get ( tried EBC Kevlar, carbon etc) I use the Pro MX pads on the rear and they realy bite but have good feel off road. ( the lable on the Pro MX says dooo not use for rear brakes! Regards Brian A14 D17

[BCSavWill@cs.com]

Hi Larry, I made my own up because a back order for ready made was runing over a month and the Goodridge bits were available like now. Just the 2 lines, 4 banjo fittings and new copper washers. They just screw together. I used a coupole of "P" clips to hold them secure as you do not get the stock outer covering to fit stock brackets. I just used a dose of common sense (what motor cycles are all about!) They work great for me. Cost about $86 for both. They are stainless braided and covered with a clear plastic coating. The banjos are chromed. I think stainless and aloy anodised should be available. You could also check out Aeroquip fittings (used in arospace and racing too ( the same size as our brake lines are certified at 3,000 psi!)) Regards, Brian A14 D17

[Lew Waterman]

List: Today I was told by the service manager at the local Kawasaki dealer that I should consider using foam donuts instead of tubes in my tires for my Americas Motopaseo next year to eliminate flat tire problems. He said they come in different densities (soft-hard)for different conditions. Does anybody know if this is strictly a race item or is it a viable alternative worth consideration for adventure touring? If so, where do I get them? If they can be used, would the same density be used front and rear? I'm guessing my tour will be 80% highway and 20% other (gravel, dirt, mud or sand). Furthermore, would the use of foam donuts be a serious consideration when choosing which tires to use with them? I would think so. Give me some feedback. Lew Waterman Punky & Lew's Americas Motopaseo