r/klr650

Hey all!

I have a Gen 2 that I’ve upgraded and messed with and loved.

The only thing I want, that it doesn’t have, is the ability to comfortably pass at 140 KM/H if needed to get away from someone on the highway.

Could a Gen 3, with the same love and upgrades (16T sprocket, suspension etc) do this? Or do I look at a Norden 901 or other adventure bike. How is a Gen 3 at sustained 130 KM/H?

I just want a bike that’s a KLR that can go fast, and get there fast, when needed. Seen a lot of different opinions on this.

If no, what bike do you recommend? I’m very tall, and only plan on going on logging roads so probably a big Adv bike, but KLR style, reliable and relatively simple/cheap repairs.

Thanks!

I just picked up this 2012 KLR 650 today, it’s my first road legal motorcycle after growing up on dirt bikes and 4 wheelers. I just got back from a 30 minute ride around the neighborhood, just getting used to the clutch and the way it feels on real pavement. Any suggestions for upgrades or accessories are appreciated. I’m very excited to eventually take the bike to the nearby national forest trails to see how it handles off-road.

I strapped them down on the stock pan bags seem to work just fine Also just got my Enduro engineering skid ready for the next camping trip

Hi guys.

I’m new to the KLR family and just bought my first KLR650. Does this sound normal? Apparently the bike has an aftermarket timing chain tensioner installed by the previous owner. Just wanting to get some input on the sound of the engine. TIA!