I've been looking to get another dual sport bike since my BMW R1150GS deserted me.
After researching several bikes in the DS class, I ended up wanting a KLR.
Now, where to get one? I scoured all of the usual sites: Craigslist, eBay, CycleTrader, etc.
I found a couple that looked interesting and settled on a newer one, a 2011 KLR650 in Silver/Orange with only 680 miles on the odometer...barely broken in!
The previous owner had added Happy Trails nerf bars, MX pegs, an aluminum bash plate, Acerbis handguards and a Kawasaki rear carrier. Not too shabby.
I paid for it, went by AAA to register it and enjoyed a nice ride home on the I-15. The bike sounds like a VW but rolls down the asphalt well. Now to get her out in the sand...
On a related note, it appears I'll be liquidating some guitars as mama says if another toy comes in, something is going out. Good-bye Les Paul and Telecaster!
More to follow...
Good luck on the bike purchase. Getting a new to you bike is always fun.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year!
I've often thought about the KLR but I find it a tad too big for what I want to do and not want to do (picking it up). I'm seriously considering a 250 instead.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the new steed, I love the color and I'm looking forward to reading about your new adventures.
Happy New Year to you!
What?! The KLR has gotta be smaller than a Triumph Tiger, right?
ReplyDeleteIt's definitely smaller and more manageable (in the dirt/sand) than my BMW R1150GS.
The downside, if any, is the KLR's performance on the road. You know, 1,000+ miles of asphalt!
Like other KLR owners have stated (maybe many other dual sport owners, too): This isn't my "dream bike" but it'll do for now...