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Ahhhh... got my KLR650 up and running today. Turned over a few dozen times then fired right up. This fast on the heels of striking out trying to get my fiance's Super Sherpa going.. turn turn turn turn.. no fire. Has spark, so I guess it'll be something carb related. 
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Today I fixed a long-standing issue with the carb on my KLR. I shimmed the needle jet and adjusted the pilot mixture screw as well, so now it rides and pulls much better than it used to. I also popped open the brake fluid reservoir on the handlebars to find..... none! It was pretty damned empty, just a bit around the corners. I bought some, and filled it up, good times. I had heard the brakes on the KLR were a little spongy, but that was getting ridiculous. I think I may still do stainless steel line on the front to augment a horrible front brake.
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Jul 28, 2009 22:55
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Z3n posted:You probably need to flush and bleed the system. The brakes on the KLRs I've ridden have always been decent as long as the system was in good shape. And SS lines aren't going to make it any better if the lever is mushy. It'll reduce flex and improve initial bite, but it's not going to do much of anything if there's air in the system. I've discovered that most people have never changed their brake fluid and as a result, when they change their lines and are forced to flush the fluid they're amazed at the difference it makes. Realistically, the KLR needs (in no particular order) 1) brake fluid flush/change 2) oil change 3) coolant flush/change 4) replace chain/sprockets I'm probably going to go up a tooth in the front to stretch it out just a little more for road riding. I've actually heard of people keeping different front sprockets for road/trail riding (specific sizes that don't require a chain change though). I don't have anything to hold the bike up apart from the kickstand though, so I may pay my local bike mechanic to do that.
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Jul 29, 2009 00:16
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Z3n posted:It's a dirtbike with a cradle frame, so you could toss it up on just about anything. I wouldn't try doing the front sprocket without some form of impact wrench, though. It's a huge pain in the rear end otherwise. My 80$ or so electric one (Kawasaki Heavy Industries Represent!) is fantastic for anything bike related.
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Jul 29, 2009 01:13
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I hit 6,666.6 miles on the Man, I will tell you what, watching these two guys (whom I chatted with for a while, very nice guys) on their TTR250 and WR250 illustrated to me how much of a hog the KLR is in anything besides the lamest of class-VI roads. Completely out-classed (not that I was surprised by this, but it was just an in-my-face illustration of it). They offered to ride with me out another way (after one of the guys said he had a KLR and HE wouldn't take it down the route I was scouting), so I rode with them. A couple nasty water holes, interesting inclines and miles of loose rock later, the inevitable happened.. I hit a free-standing, 7" diameter rock as I was coming off another obstacle, and it rolled out from under my tire, as the bike slid, I grabbed a little too much throttle (probably in reaction to the almost-falling) and yanked the clutch in to keep the bike from squirting off the trail... and *thump* down I went. No pain, no problems.. though, a KLR with a JUST filled 7 gallon gas tank is heavy as a motherfucker. I lifted it by myself though, which impressed the guys. I looked at what we were facing (another nasty, technical uphill mess) and said that I really appreciated what they'd done for me thus far, but I don't think that was within my capabilities. They said they respected that, and were glad I understood my limitations. One of the dudes followed me back to the intersection, and I preceeded back whence I came. Headed back, I grabbed this shot with my iphone, having hit 6,666.6. Quite the afternoon. Now to go look at the WR250's. 
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Aug 25, 2009 21:01
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n8r posted:A post like this is exactly why the offroad riders that post in CA tend to be a bit anti big dualsport.
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Aug 26, 2009 23:02
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I put my bellypan and flyscreen on the Speed triple, so it basically looks like this:
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Sep 24, 2009 01:52
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I rode my Speed for an hour or so this afternoon and realized that I really, REALLY need warmer gloves for early/late season riding, holy crap. The buttons on it are having problems though, so I have to figure out if I can a) fix the buttons or b) how outrageously priced a new pod one would be. edit, yeah, it's bad, $1200 on bikebandit.
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Oct 23, 2009 23:20
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I finally got around to getting the battery out of my Triumph. I'm rather glad my wife and I paid for heated storage this season too, it was only 60-65 in there, but considering it was 20 outside, it's vastly superior to a) my buddies garage, b) my dads barn, or c) my mother-in-laws house. Also, I took the gauge cluster off the Triumph, because the trip/reset buttons are broken, and I have to get someone to solder on the new switches I bought. I was going to try to do it myself, but with zero expertise in soldering, I figured that probably wouldn't be the smartest thing to do.
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Dec 20, 2009 17:01
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I bought myself a new Pilot Power front tire to match the new rear (which hasn't been put on yet). Coming up soon will be a new sprocket/chain. Anyone have recommendations for good places to buy chains/sprockets from? The triumph parts site has one for like $200.
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Jan 12, 2010 02:35
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Z3n posted:If vortex makes a kit for your bike, you can order a set from Schad at speed addict cycles. If timeliness is a concern, I'm not sure how often he does orders from vortex...but he may be a couple bucks cheaper. I'd give him a call/e-mail and ask him what prices and times would be like, he may have them in stock. Mention that Conan recommended you. Drunk Pledge Driver posted:Fant has an Speed Triple. I got my parts from that site, they're nice and cheap and you get Vortex sprockets with an RK chain.
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Jan 12, 2010 23:35
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Z3n posted:Honestly, I haven't seen a huge difference between them. I've used DID, RK, and a couple of other random brands for chains, and Vortex, AFAM, and a few others for sprockets, and they all seem pretty much the same to me. I've heard a few people bitch about vortex wearing faster than other brands, but haven't had that problem myself, and there's a lot that can go into chain and sprocket wear, everything from maintenance to having it overtight.
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Jan 13, 2010 01:20
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Drunk Pledge Driver posted:If you're replacing the rear sprocket I'd replace the front one as well. This also gives you an opportunity to switch to a different width chain/sprocket set up. I went with 520 but then again my bike is only 600 CC. You could go with a 525 if you wanted.
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Jan 14, 2010 00:04
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Z3n posted:Most of the time, people go with the smaller chains for better acceleration for the holeshot. Less rotating mass == more HP to the rear wheel. I don't think it makes a big enough difference to justify it on anything but a trackbike. You'll also see more wear on a smaller chain.  My current chain, if memory serves, is probably 5/8ths to 3/4ths of an inch wide, and I actually like the look of the wider chain, so I'll probably stick with that.
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Jan 14, 2010 00:18
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Handed off my gauge pod circuit board to have the three switches re-soldered by an EE friend-of-a-friend. Here's hoping it all goes smoothly.
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Jan 27, 2010 03:16
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The function/trip/reset buttons on my gauge pod were flaking out/non-functional, which is apparently a semi-common problem on some Triumphs. Basically, moisture gets inside the housing, and because those buttons are located at the lowest point of the gauge pod, the moisture affects them the most. Sure enough, when I pulled the pod apart, all three of the little switches had that white/blue corrosion that batteries get. There's also a couple hairline fractures in the housing plastic, which I'm probably going to try to epoxy closed. The gauge pod is $1200 from Triumph, and would screw my mileage all up because it can't be transferred, and this was, quite literally, a $10 fix. On the S3 forums a guy told us where to get replacement switches (for like $2 each) and he said they fit perfectly. Apparently it's done already, and I'm getting it tomorrow.
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Jan 28, 2010 00:00
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EvilDonald posted:maybe look at drilling a little hole down there to let any moisture drain out, and potting the switches in some clear RTV.
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Jan 28, 2010 23:40
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To illustrate a bit what I was talking about, here are a couple pictures. The three 'buttons' are on the bottom of the circuit board, which also happens to be the lowest point in the case, so naturally thats where the water sits. The thing that leads to the water getting in are the cracks on the cover in the second picture. The one below the gas light is the bigger of the two, and it goes right down the side, which is annoying, because I can't epoxy the inside of it, because of how it fits into the lower half. I'll probably find some clear-drying epoxy and do it over the outside. The one closer to the display window can be sealed from the inside, though daylight is visible through that one as well. I'm actually kind of glad I can't ride right now, otherwise I'd probably rush through this. It's also distinctly possible this bike just sat outside in the elements prior to me getting it, judging from the rust on the chain, which might have led to this little corrosion problem. It's also possible that since I always cover my bikes it wouldn't be another problem even if I didn't seal up the cracks, but for peace of mind, I'm going to anyway. Small problem, big  -y explanation.
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Jan 30, 2010 15:38
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Today I reinstalled my soldered gauges back on my Speed Triple, figuring it'd go one of three ways: A) the gauges work fine, as does the bike B) the gauges work the way they did before (busted buttons) and the bike works C) something got soldered wrong, and bricked the gauges which gives me a 420lb paperweight. I'm pleased to say that it was A). After reinstalling everything, including the battery, I took it outside the storage unit to start it up (since it was 45 degrees) telling myself I was only going to start it. Then I started it.. and sat on it. 'BUT THATS IT' I told myself.. nope, couldn't help it. Sunglasses, jeans, sneakers and my alpinestars hoodie was my gear today, but I only went around for a few minutes, and hit no major roads. Man, it felt really good to get back out there, even for a few minutes. Now I just want winter gone. I also took a few pics so I can figure out what the suspension is current set on, and I need to also check into when to read the coolant level, because it looked VERY low.
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Feb 20, 2010 20:27
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ari.gato posted:oooh pretty.
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Feb 20, 2010 20:51
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schreibs posted:Thinking about doing the same for a Triumph Daytona 675...oh god talk me out of going to the dealership
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Feb 27, 2010 01:19
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xkem posted:that is obscenely sexy! For my next bike I'm looking at a street triple myself, Ducati Monster or Agusta Brutale. Love the naked look but sports touring is looking like the way to go for long rides I wanna do... I checked out an MV Brutale, and due to these 'wings' they put in the tank (which you're supposed to tuck your knees under), I couldn't fit on in comfortably. My legs were just long enough that they just didn't quite fit. So if you're in the 6+ foot height category (which it looks like you may be), you might find them a challenge, though you might be alright if you drop the pegs a bit. The triple proved to be everything I was looking for, and I guess I never really looked too seriously at the Duc's because the power was down from what I was trading (Buell XB12) and the maintenance on the older ones scared me off (I wasn't looking newer).
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Feb 28, 2010 15:03
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bung posted:..Lots of brake issues.. edit: what about having a buddy lay down next to it to really try to pinpoint where the noise is coming from? That's probably what I'd do for starters.
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Mar 7, 2010 15:12
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If it IS the floating rotors, then why wouldn't the dealership take two seconds to say "Yeah, that's normal for your bike BECAUSE" and provide a quick explanation of floating rotors and how they work. I mean, just saying "yeah, that's normal" without any explanation is just ridiculous. Maybe people in general just don't ask 'why' as much as I do, but answering a question with "because." drives me crazy.
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Mar 7, 2010 19:20
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Gnaghi posted:I have the opposite problem. My speedo is reading 85 and people are passing me in the slow lane. I'd like to pick up a speedo healer but drat what a rip-off.
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Mar 12, 2010 15:02
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Gnaghi posted:Something like this? It looks pretty neat, though it might be kinda hard to read at a glance. The one I used was this one, a Topeak V12. As I look online it's more like $35, but it's got a couple trip counters, a total mileage readout and a few other doodads. There's a wireless version too, for like ~$60 so you don't have to run the wire down to the little magnet reader dealie. Here's the computer:  And here's how it looked on my bike. Pretty easy to read, and I think it actually had a light, too. 
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Mar 13, 2010 15:27
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Yeah, average speed display. It has an automatic off, too, so it shuts down after like 5 minutes or so of inactivity. Also, it came with a mounting thing where you could easily pop the computer off the handlebar mount, so on cold nights or whatever it's easy to bring inside. It's powered by a watch battery too, if memory serves. Oh, and lastly, this speedo won't display over 99.9mph obviously.Endless Mike posted:Oh, I may have to get one of those. Reading an analog speedo is just slightly annoying after two bikes with digital ones. Here's the article I used as my template: http://faq.ninja250.org/wiki/Installing_a_Sigma_bicycle_computer
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Mar 13, 2010 17:24
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Jesus christ. I rode my bike, didn't hit anyone or get hit, and had an awesome saturday.
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Mar 20, 2010 23:55
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Wife and I went for a 60 mile 2-up ride after we found out her winterizing 'didn't take', as the carbs are shitted up. We used stabilizer, but I don't think she put more than 4-5 miles (on a ninja 250) before putting it up, which means it was probably still working through what was in the lines. *sigh* I fuckin' hate carbs. and ethanol. and our incompetence.
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Apr 6, 2010 01:11
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I.. can't believe it. I got my KLR running. Well. I'm speechless, it feels like it's been forever. When I took it out of storage last weekend, it was belching black smoke, and wouldn't stay running without constant throttle (like last year), would cough and sputter with the choke on, and was pissing gas out the overflow tube. I drove it home (10 miles or so), changed the oil (which it REALLY needed), lubed the chain, and tried it again. No more black smoke, but it still pissed fuel. At that point, I realized that the float was likely stuck, which would cause the gas to come pissing out, as well as it to stall out at idle. With the gas still flowing into the carb from the stuck float, it would slowly flood the engine. So fixing that (or dislodging some other issue while pulled apart) appears to have fixed it.
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Apr 15, 2010 23:28
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Blaster of Justice posted:That or your floats are just maladjusted. Did you adjust the closing height within specs? And I try to keep my mouth off any parts of my motorcycle.. but dare I ask what the test is? Just close the float and see if I can get any air through it?
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Apr 16, 2010 01:27
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Sharp_angus posted:Finally got those loving warning stickers off my gas tank! Made the bike look so tacky, and I didn't need reminding all the time that riding is dangerous. I understood that when I bought the drat thing. Step 2: Allow to sit for 1 minute Step 3: Gently rub sticker away. Worth its weight in gold. "Goo Gone" is more readily available and sucks 50 times more. Use Goof Off instead.
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Apr 25, 2010 16:06
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I seem to have especially vivid and memorable dreams after my alarm wakes me up, and I hit snooze, and this morning I dreamt my Triumph was stolen. It sucked. But then I woke up and felt this wave of relief as I realized it wasn't real. I've dreamt that my STi and current Legacy GT were totalled or stolen, and now the Triumph. Guess it's a theme I'm worried about.
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May 1, 2010 14:16
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Radio-Controlled posted:Oh HELL yes. I've been looking for a way to get those drat french warning labels off the fairing on my bike.... I assume this stuff won't gently caress up my plastics?
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May 12, 2010 23:34
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AncientTV posted:If you didn't see the first response, just buy generic brand lighter fluid. It's the same thing and waaaay cheaper.
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May 15, 2010 21:20
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AncientTV posted:My local hardware store is on something then. $10 here. If you don't need it immediately, it's like $4.30 off amazon.
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May 16, 2010 00:36
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Spent $25 on a single 1 7/8" socket to get my back wheel off. It's huge!
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May 18, 2010 01:05
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needknees posted:Jesus what bike is that on? I thought my rear axle nut was huge and it's a 32mm... 1 7/8" is like 48mm New shoes are on tonight. Just beat the rain home on the new tires!
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May 19, 2010 03:00
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oh, no one told you? Bikes are above the law.
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Ola posted:Today I did absolutely nothing to my ride. But I am more than half way through my 3 month suspension (license suspension that is, not an Öhlins graduate course). At least the weather has been quite crap and when it hasn't been crap I've been hiking in the mountains and getting in better shape.
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