Author Topic: KLR650 (Read 2956 times)

aussiebandit · « **on:** October 08, 2006, 08:49:12 AM »

Anyone got any information on the KLR650. I've got a lead on one for 'the eldest'.

It's a '96 model with 51,000km on it. The paint work looks almost to good to be true (which means it probably is). However, the frame looks almost as good - so maybe it is a good one.

A mechanic mate has had a look at it and says "without pulling it apart, I'd say it's already had a rebuild - that's a good thing".

Asking price is $3600 (Aus). Has no rego, but looks in fairly good condition given it's age.....

The Treasurer had a look (don't laugh, she knows more about mechanical things, particularly bikes, than I do) and other than a small 'weaping' of coolant, she couldn't really fault it....

Oh and for an extra $1400.00 there's a set of Excel Motard Rims.

What do you think, what problems should I be looking for?????

B6mick · « **Reply #1 on:** October 15, 2006, 02:34:28 AM »

A mate of mine Stewart has been using one as a courier bike for years, mined you he don't flog it but hey it still going.

aussiebandit · « **Reply #2 on:** October 16, 2006, 03:39:31 AM »

Picked up the KLR on Friday night, managed to get it for $2550 - it's amazing what happens when you find out who the owner really is.

I haven't ridden a bike with knobbies on it for well over 15 years - now I remember why - round-a-bouts become a whole new adventure - the XL rims and road rubber are on their way.

I just have to remember - "It's for 'The Eldest' not me"

RUSS M8 · « **Reply #3 on:** October 16, 2006, 04:53:29 AM »

Problems? I would say grinding the footpegs away with the motard wheels on!!!

And wheelies, and stopies, and.....

aussiebandit · « **Reply #4 on:** October 16, 2006, 06:51:17 AM »

wheelies and stoppies......that's what concerns me.....

oh well the boy will only do it once.......