reducing seat height by installing a shock lowering link kit

[matteeanne@yahoo.com]

Took a tour of our local "ORV" park, located in the Tahuya National Forest, Belfair Washington. Since I only get Monday and Tuesday off, and I can never talk any of you bastards into calling in sick, I went alone. I was an hour from my house when I realized I forgot two very important tools, my digital Camera, and God forbid, my cell phone. Not being very bright, I kept going. My plan was to ride the gnarly single tracks in the forest. I have tackled them before , but swore I would never try it alone again, but I guess I lied to myself, cause there I was. The forest I am sorry to say is just as much of a garbage dump for whatever scum bag does not want to pay the tipping fee at the local dump. Couchs, TV's Computer Monitors, and Kitchen Sinks are everywhere. I am all for designting land for ORV use, but if people cannot control these bad habits, I say close it. It was horrible, ok off the soap box. The single tracks in this forest are as trecherous as you can find anywhere, cept maybe the red rocks in Moab. I scraped the skid plate at least 100 times, was knee deep in water (sorry no "T" mod yet) and took some incredible 30-40 degree hills, running King 967's (like a tourance for Gods sake) I had a blast, Had the whole park to myself. The KLR laughed it all off, and I did not drop it even once (just due mainly to fear I am sure.) I would do it again anytime if anyone is interested. I don't think I would advise anyone to try it alone, esp without a cell phone. At the beginning of the park I could not help but read the sign "This year,in theis park, two fatalities, 8 medi-vac helicopter rescues, 123 injuries, 6 search and rescue, "Dont become a statistic". So I didn't. RIde hard, ride safe, but for Gods sake, ride! Sean, A-18 Dirtier than a $5 hooker currently. __________________________________ Yahoo! Music Unlimited Access over 1 million songs. Try it free. http://music.yahoo.com/unlimited/

[Pat Schmid]

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

> The forest I am sorry to say is just as much of a > garbage dump for whatever scum bag does not want to > pay the tipping fee at the local dump. Couchs, TV's > Computer Monitors, and Kitchen Sinks are everywhere. > I am all for designting land for ORV use, but if > people cannot control these bad habits, I say close > it. It was horrible, ok off the soap box.

On the soap box ... So you find other riders that are pissed off about the garbage. You go talk to the local county government. Tell them if they can help arrange for their garbage service to front the cost of the dumpsters you'll get a crew out their to do some clean up. Then you set a date and hit the curcuit: MC clubs, 4x4 clubs, bike shops, 4x4 shops. Get it in the local paper. Make a difference. Been doing that here in the Pine Nut Mountains for the last decade. We've pulled out over 40 abandoned cars - all you need to do is team up the 4x4 guys with someone that has a Bobcat outfitted with fork lift arms. Each year we've hauled out something like 600 yards of crap. Folks are still out there dumping, but each year we have been gaining ground. Just because we keep cleaning it up, the locals have taken to following trucks loaded with trash until they leave. Next year we're talking about leaving a few signs, This dirt adopted by the Pine Nut Mountain Trail Association. Dump at your own risk. Pat G'ville, NV

[Scott Critchfield]

You're joking, right? The People's Republic of Washington collects tens of millions per years in ORV tab fees, fuel taxes, and exorbitant license fees for trailers, and for the vehicles capable of towing them. Olympia knows this. Of all the ORV fees alone, which all go into the general (state) fund, approximately 0.2% goes back into trail maintenance...which is why all of the trails are being closed. To boot, virtually all permits which are applied for by private organizations such as AMA, PNW, NWSA, and BRC to provide clean-up operations, are denied by Olympia. Why? Because we can accomplish for free (with contributions and donations of time, labor, and heavy equipment) in about half a day, would take the State 18 months, and 8 or 10 million dollars to simply complete a study on the idea. That has the potential to cut into Olympia's precious cache of tax revenue, which is completely unacceptable. You don't believe me? Call Doug Sutherland's office (Commissioner of Public Lands). Belfair is a great place to ride. But if you expect anything from your state government, up to, and including support for keeping it open, you'd be better off to click your heels together three times, and miraculously appear somewhere in Kansas. And now, if you own property in Washington, you're not allowed to touch 65% of your own private property? It's my understanding that a couple-hundred years ago, a bunch of guys dressed up like Indians, and threw a bunch of tea into Boston harbor over issues not unlike this. I chose to leave the state of Washington. However you choose to react is entirely up to you. Good Luck. Scott Former Member, Pacific Northwest 4 Wheel Drive Association Former President, Highriders Northwest 4 Wheel Drive Association Former Member, Northwest Motorcycle Association Former Rider, District 27 Competition (Enduro/Scrambles/Grand Prix) Former Forest Watch Volunteer, Washington State Dept. of Natural Resources Former Resident, Redmond, WA -----Original Message----- From: DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com [mailto:DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com]On Behalf Of matteeanne@... Sent: Wednesday, October 19, 2005 5:02 PM To: DSN_KLR650@yahoogroups.com; Puget_Sound_KLR650@yahoogroups.com Subject: [DSN_KLR650] Mini ride report, Tahuya Single track.... Solo ;o) Took a tour of our local "ORV" park, located in the Tahuya National Forest, Belfair Washington. Since I only get Monday and Tuesday off, and I can never talk any of you bastards into calling in sick, I went alone. I was an hour from my house when I realized I forgot two very important tools, my digital Camera, and God forbid, my cell phone. Not being very bright, I kept going. My plan was to ride the gnarly single tracks in the forest. I have tackled them before , but swore I would never try it alone again, but I guess I lied to myself, cause there I was. The forest I am sorry to say is just as much of a garbage dump for whatever scum bag does not want to pay the tipping fee at the local dump. Couchs, TV's Computer Monitors, and Kitchen Sinks are everywhere. I am all for designting land for ORV use, but if people cannot control these bad habits, I say close it. It was horrible, ok off the soap box. The single tracks in this forest are as trecherous as you can find anywhere, cept maybe the red rocks in Moab. I scraped the skid plate at least 100 times, was knee deep in water (sorry no "T" mod yet) and took some incredible 30-40 degree hills, running King 967's (like a tourance for Gods sake) I had a blast, Had the whole park to myself. The KLR laughed it all off, and I did not drop it even once (just due mainly to fear I am sure.) I would do it again anytime if anyone is interested. I don't think I would advise anyone to try it alone, esp without a cell phone. At the beginning of the park I could not help but read the sign "This year,in theis park, two fatalities, 8 medi-vac helicopter rescues, 123 injuries, 6 search and rescue, "Dont become a statistic". So I didn't. RIde hard, ride safe, but for Gods sake, ride! Sean, A-18 Dirtier than a $5 hooker currently. __________________________________ Yahoo! Music Unlimited Access over 1 million songs. Try it free. http://music.yahoo.com/unlimited/ Archive Quicksearch at: http://www.angelfire.com/ut/moab/klr650_data_search.html List sponsored by Dual Sport News at: www.dualsportnews.com List FAQ courtesy of Chris Krok at: www.bigcee.com/klr650faq.html Yahoo! Groups Links

[karl_rrventure]

Have owned my KLR 650 for about 9 months now and am considering lower my bike's seat by 1 1/2" inches by installing a shock lowering link kit. Would appreaciate hearing from anyone who has installed the 1 to 2 inch lowering kit on their KLR650. Looking for pros and cons from your experience regarding bike handling, bottoming out and any thing eles you notice different after installing the kit. Thanks, -Karl