Dec 9, 2024 · At first, it looks like nothing’s changed over the past decade. In 2015, you had a choice of three Japanese 650 dual sports: The Honda XR650L, Suzuki DR650 and the …

This page discusses the ongoing replacement of the KLR650 'doohickey' part in third-generation models and its implications for motorcycle enthusiasts.

The old KLR was more than 20 pounds lighter, and even that bike was a bit heavy for a thumper. Would the new machine just be too porky? Once I got my helmet on and took off, I discovered …

Apr 9, 2010 · Where do fellow cheapskate KLR owners buy tubes, and what size/type/manufacturer?

Dec 23, 2024 · The KLR becomes more KLR-esque When Kawasaki brought out the first-generation KLR650 in 1987, it was a great bike by the standards of its day. While every other …

Dec 22, 2023 · Sounds like a lot of work, but the diesel KLR was supposed to simplify supply lines, since previous military motorcycles used by the US (the KLR250, for example) required …

This video isn’t necessarily representative of what to expect with an old KLR, as thousands of them are laying down miles more-or-less trouble-free. Or maybe it is representative of what to …

Oct 4, 2022 · Both of these machines are based on existing dual sport bikes. The 230 has only been on the market for a short time, but the updated KLR is a well-known friend. Both bikes …

Jul 9, 2021 · KLR is a solid bike, a bit like a tank/tractor. Very capable, actually considered buying it to replace vstrom as it has a more nimble/off roads feel.

Oct 7, 2008 · I bought a 2023 KLR 650 ADV ABS in April last year. At the point of buying it I knew I would eventually upgrade the panniers to a Tusk or Happy Trail....