NOTE(for the haters): 1. Yes, the title is click bait but only if you don't read the whole thing. 2. Your right, I'm not wearing gloves in half the video, calm down. I'm wearing a helmet and a leather coat the whole time. Yes gloves are a good idea but this isn't a safety video, it's a motorcycle review.

@xinic5

7 жыл бұрын

No! No excuses! You're a terrible horrible person! And as punishment you need to give me your KLR650

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Riiiiiight lol

@patlowney2834

6 жыл бұрын

Swanky Cat Productions but the good news is the KLR is a 4-stroke motor which means it's quieter than us 2 cycle motor. There for you can go more places without being harassed by the assholes that want to call the cops.

@SwankyCatProductions

6 жыл бұрын

Michael grossman, Sorry I missed your comment!!! You're talking about sliding around the corners? Currently I'm able to a little bit under the right conditions. When I filmed this I was probably not able too haha. Even today it is a bit intimidating (for me anyway) due to the height and weight of the bike. If you know what your doing I'm sure its more then capable!

@SwankyCatProductions

6 жыл бұрын

Pat Lowney, Yes indeed, even with my Q4 muffler its still pretty stealthy unless you really get on it!

I've been riding bikes for almost 30 years and obviously owned a lot of motorcycles, including touring, cruising and enduro style. My 2012 is the most comfortable and very capable motorcycle. I absolutely love it. If you are over 6 ft. tall, this is the bike to consider. I raised the seat about 1 1/2" and the handlebars by 2 inches. I can comfortably seat and have my feet flat on the ground, about a foot in front of the front foot pegs. KLR650 is like a Jeep. It's not a tractor not a Formula 1. It's a great compromise. One drawback is that it's too small for two people unless the riders are below an average in height and weight. My bike does not burn any oil at all, at any speed. I bought it with one mile on the odometer and did an alternative break-in procedure where you roll the throttle on and off, vary speed, use engine braking and stop frequently to let it cool of a little. This ensured proper seating of the piston rings. The bike does not vibrate more than an average cruiser (excluding Harleys). I once felt more vibration than usual. Tightening engine mount bolts fixed the problem. I also never lube the chain as much as some people recommend. I do this once every 1,000 to 1,500 miles and only lightly spay it with chain lube when the chain is warm, after riding the bike. I never had to adjust the chain tension in almost 15,000 miles. The bike is low maintenance, tough and very reliable machine.

@motospider9697

5 жыл бұрын

hello, how did you raise the seat about 1 1/2", with any special item?, or only putting something over the stock seat.. i gonna buy my first klr, i´m tall, and it´s a hot spot for me.. (thnx from follower)

Amazing review. Never heard a better review for any bike before, especially with how much you're able to connect with the viewers

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks! I really appreciate that!

got a 2007 klr, last year of the first Gen. I've been riding for 35 years on 14 different bikes, the klr is so far my favorite. The pic in my avatar was taken at 11,000 feet in the Colorado Rockies. Love the klr.

@davidtracy4901

7 жыл бұрын

I bought my 07 KLR new on April Fool's Day traded a 66 Sportster in on that bike have never regretted it I live in the Ozark Mountains of Arkansas and only one time was I sorely wishing I had a smaller bike but only because I took it way too far off road and ended up having one hell of a hill climb to get out I went down four times but eventually I got out totally by myself

Thanks for the video. just got my new 17 KLR. Love it!

The KLR is tried and true, my friend! I'm on my second cross country trip (motovlogging) and it has not let me down yet! 32,000 miles and counting...

@johnpowell5181

6 жыл бұрын

Jeremy Rhydes how hard do you run it on highway and what sustained RPM can it handle

@laurencecampbell8140

6 жыл бұрын

I just completed a 2700 mile round trip on my '08 KLR 650. That bike performed just perfect with zero issues on the trip. Denver to Oshkosh and about 100 miles riding locally for a week. I was very happy it got me there and home.

@joecuevas8840

4 жыл бұрын

How much oil do you carry with you on a trip that long? Or do they not all drink oil haha

I have a 2014 KLR New Edition I bought brand new in January 2015. It currently has 8,176 miles on it. I have owned numerous bikes over the years and the KLR is definitely my favorite. It is the most versatile, easy to maintain bike available. The factory tires wear out within 3,500 miles but other than that the bike is bulletproof. Factory and aftermarket accessories are numerous and easy to add. The military uses these bikes for good reason. Highly recommend the KLR 650 over any other.

I've had my KLR since the spring of 1993 when I took it off the showroom floor. My longest ride in one day was from Grand Rapids, Michigan to Newport, Rhode Island. it was 900 miles in 21 hours. It has never stopped running and running well. I changed the spark plug once and the oil regularly. Have never lost any oil at any rpms. I guess I'm lucky, I've never touched the Doohickey in 31,000 miles. I do believe I need a new timing chain and well probably change the Doohickey then.

Love your humor dude! Keep it real, and keep it rolling.

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks man!

thanks for the review. sounds exactly what I'm looking for

Thanks for a great review much appreciated 😁👍 and hello from Australia 👍

Great review. I'm considering getting a KLR and this really really helps me understand how to use it.

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I'm glad it helped!

Great review. It was really informative and very honest.

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ken!

Great video, really got a good sense of the motor and sounds.

So happy I found this review. Note I've never rode a dual sport bike I've always owned a Yamaha cruiser but I am a experienced quad rider & I want to move to a bike like this. I was looking at the very expensive Yamaha super tenere but don't really want to pay that much for a bike I won't ride all over the country this is the bike I started looking at & the new 2016 is just amazing i test ride it & I really like it & your review helped I'm going to buy it tomorrow. Thx man! Simple review easy to understand

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear the review helped you out! I rode sport quads for a few years before i got my first dual sport and i still feel a lot more at home on my KLR then i do on my dad's XC800 (inline 3). The single cylinder just feels like it belongs off road. Ride safe and have fun!

@arkansaswookie

7 жыл бұрын

Love my 2014 KTM 690 Enduro R.

Excellent review. Just bought a 2022 KLR 650 I absolutely love it.

@SwankyCatProductions

2 жыл бұрын

Nice! Don't tell anyone... but I just picked mine up yesterday!

I ride a 650 thumper, too. Love it. Easy to work on. Does everything I need. Cheers from Korea.

I freaking LOVE my KNR! Thanks for the highway footage!

@SwankyCatProductions

8 жыл бұрын

HAHAHHAHA! I think that's my favorite part of the video! Thought I was having a stroke or something when I was filming it though lol. Sarcasm about the highway footage because its noisy and boring? lol

@ScratchBabble

8 жыл бұрын

+Swanky Cat Productions Not at all. There isn't enough footage of the KLR on the highway. It's my biggest question/challenge as a newish rider. Growing the coconuts to hit the interstate!

@SwankyCatProductions

8 жыл бұрын

I agree, like I said in that clip, I was very concerned about how it did on the highway when researching the bike and I did not find much. The DRZ400 I had was pretty much the worst highway riding experience and I wanted to make sure the KLR would not be the same. As I said, I was pleasantly surprised during the 1.5 hour ride home from buying it. It really is everything I hoped it would be. Good luck and BE SAFE!

@jimsteele7108

7 жыл бұрын

Don't let the interstate intimidate you, get on it. I might also recommend highway pegs, they make a huge difference in your comfort.

Best Klr review, very comprehensive. Thanks

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Awesome bike! Great review… Going to get a 2014 tomorrow!😎

Gotta read the fine print! haha. I hope you guys enjoy this review video, feel free to ask questions on anything I covered as well as anything I didn't cover! More reviews and KLR mod/accessory videos to come!

@markwalters8729

7 жыл бұрын

I have seen pictures of USMC KLR diesel motorcycles. I'd sure like to import one from India or wherever.

@twistednemo

7 жыл бұрын

+Mark Walters I am from India and I have never heard of anything like that. Maybe some other Asian country. The closest thing to the KLR we have in India is the Royal Enfield Himalayan.

@davidmcelwaine3968

7 жыл бұрын

Swanky Cat Productions love the video thanks just bought the exact same bike, in fact I almost thought you were on mine accept South Australian bush is a lot different. Looking forward to giving it a thrash.

thanks for sharing your experiences on the KLR.

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Anytime! Thanks for watching!

i had 3 KLR650 87-91-98 loved all of them and i miss them

I have a 2013 klr, same color. Totally love it. I've had lots of street and dirt bikes over the years. I really like an enduro. Can do it all.

My '09 KLR is my first bike and have put over 9000 miles on it in 5 months. i ride it everyday to work (100 miles round trip) and recently did a 4-day/1200-mile moto-camping trip. i love it. Mostly stock except a 16T front sprocket and i just installed the Thermo-Bob a couple days ago to keep it running warm this winter. The KLR really will do nearly everything. Great video, keep it up.

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Awesome man, thanks for sharing! I was supposed to camp with mine this year but never got around to it. Hopefully next year! Thanks!

Great vid. I have a WR450 and a Ninja...looking for something in between. One of the best commentary vids on the KLR out there.

@SwankyCatProductions

5 жыл бұрын

Aww thanks man, I'm glad to hear it helped!

have a sub! Thought the video was good. It will bee some time before I can get a bike of my own; And it's videos like these that I think will help me find something that will get many smiles per gallon.

I have a 2009 for sale under book value at $3000. 24,200 miles, clean title, great condition for the miles, runs perfect. Located in South Florida.

Great review, entertaining and informative!

@SwankyCatProductions

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you! That's what I was goin for :)

i'm sold .exactley what iv'e been looking for. great video.

@SwankyCatProductions

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Billy! I'm glad it helped. Let me know how you like it when you get one. If your interested check out the link in the description for all my KLR accessory videos. Thanks again!

I have a 2013 v-strom 650. I love the bike, but it's 80% street. I would love to get a KLR so I had an 80% offroad bike. Thanks for the review. Well done and informative. Minnesota guy here, so you're my neighbor. I love riding the wisconsin twisties on the border.

@SwankyCatProductions

8 жыл бұрын

Well hello neighbor! Thank you! I wouldn't mind having a v-strom someday, they seem like a fun bike. Yeah we have some decent roads round these parts!

Ive owned a 97 KLR and currently have a 2008. On both bikes I had a stage 3 Dyno Jet Kit installed, cut the L out of the top of the air box, installed the KnN air filter, cut the air box screen out (optional) and installed a quality free flowing pipe. These mods absolutely wake the bike up, the difference is night and day. Would highly recommend for any KLR owner. (fuel economy is slightly compromised tho but so worth it.) It now power wheelies in first and second gear to give you an idea. 170km/hr is easy and quick to reach but redlines out.

Awesome & thorough, TY!

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

No problem, thank you!

Awesome review man, well done.

@SwankyCatProductions

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Good review Swanky

I have been working for months to find the perfect bike for me. I have a 2007 Harley Davidson, Dyna Wide Glide now and have for the last 10 years, and it is time to get dirty. All I do is worry about scratching the damn thing and after owning it for a decade and still haven't dropped it, I may as well get rid of it before I do, and get a bike that can be dropped. I started looking at duel sports and have moved my way to the adventure bikes now. I have decided on a Honda African Twin. The cc's, weight, and extras are going to keep me happy for another decade at least. I am writing you because: 1) you had a great video. It covered everything that I needed to know when I was considering the KLR for my future bike. You were thorough, not conceited, accepted that others may not want your style bike, and funny. Great work, keep it up. I am subscribing to watch the rest of your adventures. 2) The tires that you have are the ones that I am interested in. I am going to be doing 70% on road daily driver, and 30% off road which will mostly be grass, dry dirt, and (tight) gravel. The bike weighs just over 500lbs and I weigh 230lbs. I will probably not exceed 35mph in off road turns, and 50mph in off road strait aways. And on road I maybe could get a hair up my butt and go 90mph...... once........ ever....... maybe. Anyway, I am an experienced on road rider, and a 40% out of 100% off road rider. Do you think that these tires are a good choice for me or are there others you would suggest after me giving you my experience level and weight and where I am headed. Thanks and stay safe out there.

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Hey! Glad to hear you are interested in adventure riding, it's an awesome sport and community to get into. I rode rockets for many years and would never go back. As for the tires, i love them, they are cheap and work great both ON and OFF road. While there may be better tires out there, I doubt there are any out there that are better for the price. Thanks for watching! Africa Twin will be a fun bike I'll bet. Ride safe! Thanks again!

Klrs are a funny bike, you either love em or hate em. I totally love mine. I am doing a 685 kit this winter as it is time. Can't wait!

This is a good review. Its also a decent bike for tall people. Im 6'8" 300 lbs and the bike tops out around 95mph.

Love the video, I have a 99 KLR 650 I have put over 6000 miles on mine but with all things they get old they break. Mine is currently down due to a bearing going out, but I'm trying to get the funds back up and get it fixed. I love my KLR, stay safe ride with pride.

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I'm sorry to hear that, i hope you get it going soon!

@BrakeBurner

7 жыл бұрын

Swanky Cat Productions yea I did get some footage of me taking it out and ripping up the country side, it's an awesome machine, can't wait to get back on it and enjoy it.

I'm gonna get me one of these bro. Thx for the vid.

I loved my 2004!!! I had the taller/wider windshield and all the guards, strobing LED taillight, serrated pegs and Big Gun exhaust . Also better fork springs and brake lines. The OE tires were horrible on sand. The stock charging system was weak and it DEFINITELY needs a sixth gear.

I love my 2014 KLR. I put 11,000 miles on it in one year. The upright position makes it very comfortable even at speeds up to 70 mph. Just watch out for strong cross winds. It's kind of top heavy, and light in the front end. It can throw you around quite a bit on a windy day. On a calm day, no problem!

@25BEDFORD

7 жыл бұрын

Completely agree. Depending on wind direction and speed will determine if you feel like a pinball on the highway. 18 wheelers passing you on highway can be an adventure. Have had my 09' for 6 years and have around 6k miles. I am 6'2" 270lbs and bike is ok for quick commutes, but I cant stay comfortable for long rides. It's good for back or county road riding but I will stick with Goldwing for long distant highway.

Thanks for this video it was very good info I plan on buying one very soon.

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

No problem! Glad you enjoyed it and that it helped you out.

Pretty accurate description of the KLR. I've owned over thirty bikes and my '99 is one of my favorites. Just check your oil at every gas stop! Well done.

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks mickster! Glad to you agree. I just bought an additional lighter enduro but I'm planning on hanging on to my KLR for a good long while, it's still my favorite! Yes always check your oil lol.

Hi , great opinion piece, I'm looking at one of these as my first bike, you just confirmed my thoughts too.👊🏻 ✊🏻

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks! Glad it helped.

@tarzaan2603

7 жыл бұрын

maxgiovanna1966 good bike to learn on, aka no power, klrs are turds, real men ride a harley or a dirt bike

@squishypitbull

7 жыл бұрын

Hopefully you were being sarcastic. Real men ride whatever the hell they like. I started riding cruisers at 18. went from a 1986 900 intruder to a harley sportster and I'm now 31 and ride a 2010 Kawasaki Z1000. People like what they like. tastes change over time or people need different bikes for different things. I thought cruisers were the only thing i'd ever ride and then I rode the Z1000 and now im in love with my bike. Personally as long as its 2 wheels and you like to ride it its all good in my book. Plus with the japanese bikes you arent always fixing shit like the harley's or the slightly older EURO bikes. Although H.D. has stepped their manufacturing up so they have been more reliable for the past few years.

@tarzaan2603

3 жыл бұрын

@Davey Smith oh i agree, harleys are junk, i have never owned one, my family is a bunch of hard biker Harley people. My dirtbike is soo much faster its hilarious

A fun review to watch.....Thanks!.....You did a good job explaining that the KLR is a compromise bike like many others.... I have a 2016 BMW F800 GSA and it's not a perfect bike but is my compromise....

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I am glad you liked it! Yeah I think a lot of people just don't understand that not every bike is going to be prefect for them and just because one isn't doesn't mean others can't enjoy it. Just gotta find the one that does what you need it to do and enjoy it! Thanks again.

First vid I watched of yours and I subscribed. Awesome content.

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Welcome to the channel!

I have had 2 gen 1 KLR650s, and enjoyed them very much. Some people go crazy modifying every single thing on them, I kept mine pretty stock. The one major upgrade I made was an aftermarket centerstand, and it really came in handy several times when I had flat tires. In fact I would have probably been in real trouble a few times without it. Trouble as in life threatening trouble. I finally got old and developed severe arthritis. I had to give up the KLRs for an XT225. It also has an aftermarket centerstand on it, as well as a Clarke 4 gallon tank, and a kickstarter from a TTR-225. I ride it about an hour on a 65 mph road at 55-60 mph to get to an off road riding area, and fortunately there is a gas station only a few miles from there. I also have Tusk tank panniers, and can carry an extra gallon of gas in those if I think it might be necessary. The little XT doesn't have the road capabilities of the KLR, but it is a LOT easier to ride off road. 3 1/2" less seat height really makes a difference. It got so I couldn't even get on the KLR.

@SwankyCatProductions

6 жыл бұрын

A centerstand would be pretty nice to have, maybe I'll have to look into one. I also keep mine fairly simple, just some simple helpful things. I also have a light enduro and they do provide a much less stressful riding experience haha. Take care!

Really good and entertaining video.

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@bradykittleson401

7 жыл бұрын

picking mine up on june 16th, have had many bikes in my life, 63 years so far. going from a ultra classic to a KLR, my favorite bike of all time was a 79 Yamaha XT 500 enduro 4 stroke. 2nd childhood i guess. i hope i love it as much as you do.

great review.. I'm going to look at one tomorrow and your video has pretty much helped make up my mind as long as the guy acts right and gets off the 3995 price a bit..

@SwankyCatProductions

6 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I'm glad it helped! Did you end up getting it?

10:23, that was funny, thanks for posting, I just bought a 2017 Camo KLR, I had a DRZ 400, great bike but it just did not have the highway ability I needed, it was better off road than the KLR but not by a ton, I would rather give that up to have better highway manners, it really opens up more options for exploring, its just unreal the cult following the KLR has, hope to start doing some vlogging soon, subscribed.

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Haha yeah I thought maybe I was having a stoke or something. Yeah I agree on all points. I do miss my DRZ one in a while but I'd never trade the KLR back for one. Yeah they have an awesome cult following that's for sure, welcome to it! Looking forward to seeing that, keep me posted!

Looks and sounds fun.

make sure you replace the doohickey and swingarm bolt! too, you can get a lower seat and a billet lowering link and it will do wonders for fitting it to your height

I bought a 2009 and love it. I haven't done a lot of dirt yet. A few fire service roads. I will always have a KLR in my stable though I may upgrade to a newer model. Vlog on and ride safe.

@SwankyCatProductions

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks! You too!

Love the vid I have 650 klr and love the bike it does what you say it does and more lol lol great fun and good times with bike going to fishing holes no one can or will go to without a enduro !! Love it !!!

@SwankyCatProductions

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yeah they do work well for remote fishing spots. That's a good way to combine two of my favorite past times too! Now I just need and inflatable kayak!

Pretty good review... the commentary had me LOL :) - subbed and liked.

Good revue,Loving my first duel sport bike,03 green KLR.

@SwankyCatProductions

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Nice, Yeah they are all sorts of fun! There was one of those for sale around me a few months ago, tired to get my buddy to buy it, nice looking bikes, good color to!

@SwankyCatProductions

8 жыл бұрын

tried*

i recognized where you were before i saw the sign and thats about where i go for vacation

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Ha ha That's awesome! The newest video I just posted I'm riding around up there on my XL250R. Awesome trails and awesome area!

I have an 08 I love it.

You've got a new sub mate... really funny video! enjoyed it a lot!

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Hey thanks! Glad to hear it!

For having little off road experience you ride well. I would recommend some gloves for sure...boots with good ankle protection too.

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I agree about boots and gloves. I purchased hot weather gloves recently and always wear boots now. Thanks for your concern and thanks for watching!

My man! Nice review. I'm looking for another bike and probably will go with a KLR..again. Had one and let it go.

@SwankyCatProductions

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bad Hand! Cool, let me know what you end up getting!

Nice sneaky title. It worked. It made me watch it. Haha. Thanks bro. Genius!

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Not everyone feels that way about it haha glad you appreciate the word play! Thanks for watching!

I have the 2013 KLR. Live in New Mexico. Got 9k on it. Went with the tires you have about a year ago. I use synthetic oil and it burns it too. Mostly at 75mph out on our highways. Mines black and red. Thinking bout a DG pipe but not yet.

Great video 👍🏼

@SwankyCatProductions

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

Nice video and great info for average riders. The KLR is a great bike, otherwise they wouldn't still be making them after what, almost 30 years now? But, I've never ridden one. I have a DR 650 and think it's just great! Like the KLR, it will easily cruise 75 as long as you want. And it is very off road capable, but lighter. And like the KLR, the DR650 will climb any hill with no effort. Tons and tons of torque.

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Yep both great bikes!

Have owned a 2011 KLR, a DRZ 400 and now a 2017 Versys 650. All these bikes have their upsides and down but for the kind of riding I do now (98% highway), can't beat the Versys. Even when you consider the price difference.

Trying to sell my XT250 to get me a KLR650. I love my little bike. But I'm over 200lbs and the bike struggles to keep me going highway speeds. And I do the highway a lot. Good review. I like the off road riding

After looking at the old Klr650 vs the new one, I decided to get the 07 unit because the new ones have another 30+£/lbs# of weight and same old motor, same steel frame,if the new Klr650 had sixth gear and aluminum frame and removable front shield and removable rear rack/ turn signals so we can really off road it after dumping the gear off at the campsite.

Well what you said about how it's kinda tall and hard to save yourself when your climbing a hill or something, all you need to do is transfer you weight but u still want to keep the balance point. So when you switch your weight to put your foot on the ground you still have your other foot on the bike and keeping the balance point so you don't fall over. However when you are doing this you are ganna have to switch your position on the bike to the other side so you don't dump it. It's a little hard but if u do that it will be easier to get up the rock hills or rocky terrains. If that makes sense

I have those same mirrors, lol. I wish I had did a 50-50 Tire like you state. I will next time. If you haven't done the 22 cent mod, you need to. Night and day difference. Thermo-bob and doohicky replacement recommended.

Muy buen video Gato!

Nice vid, and I just subscribed. I bought my 2009 KLR this June and just returned from a 1000 mile trip to the UP. Great bike. I have the same situation having to ride an hour to find dirt here in south cenrtal WI.

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Welcome! Thanks! That's awesome, my dad and I are supposed to go up to copper harbor yet this year, not sure if that will happen or not, will have to see. You must not be to far from me!

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Welcome! Thanks! That's awesome, my dad and I are supposed to go up to copper harbor yet this year, not sure if that will happen or not, will have to see. You must not be to far from me!

@willtrojanowski1024

7 жыл бұрын

City of Portage, I'm Guessing you are near Wausau

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

+Wis Blast Yeah not to far from there. Looks like your about an hour n a half away from me.

I like the way you think. Nothing bad or good everything relative depending what you want it for or want from it. Many joyful miles to you :)

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Exactly! Thanks man, you too!

Nice bike man. Good video

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

I like how a 10 minute errand on my 2006 somehow always turns into a 2 hour excursion.

I would love one! I really want one because it is in my opinion a beautiful and also a practical bike. And I have much love for single cylinders :) But I live in the Netherlands and it not for sale here...

Considering the KLR still sells after 30 years with minimal changes speaks volumes.

Good review

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Spot on about KLRs! I had a 2013 I put several thousand miles on and loved but had to sell. I got a new left over 2015 last month which I've almost got broken in. Does everything really! Did a 1200 mile round trip on the 2013 all pavement, most comfortable longer trip I had on a bike. Just for reference I've owned a Honda Rebel, Suzuki GS 500, 2 Ninjas, Harley Sportster 883, Harley Night Train and Harley V-Rod. I would not trade the KLR back for any of them. Think I'll subscribe now.

@SwankyCatProductions

8 жыл бұрын

Yeah you just can't beat the KLR!...well i guess you can, there tough bikes but you know what I mean haha. Thanks!

Man great video! Im thinking about getting one for my 2nd bike, for some commuting, country roads and some off road! And the price for one is really good. and I'm taller too so it'll be good i think.

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yeah they are a lot of fun, I still really like mine a lot!

You know, I've owned lot of different bikes including several full dress touring beasts. A friend let me ride his KLR 650 and I fell in love with it. I bought a new 2012 KLR soon after that. I'm tall and this bike just feels right. Its extremely comfortable! I did install an aftermarket seat (raised about 1 1/2"). I can ride this bike all day long. To me, its a lot more comfortable than Gold Wings and BMWs. I can ride it on trails and it can do 80 MPH all day long. BTW, it burns zero oil because I followed a proper break-in procedure, different from what the manual recommends. I did a lot of throttle roll-on that followed some engine breaking to slow down. This breaks-in the piston rings and lubes them better during the first 100 miles. I also installed a ThermoBob cooling system upgrade to improve temperature stability. I also installed a "Doo" chain tensioner upgrade although the original tensioner had plenty of adjustment room left.. This bike is a pleasure to ride. I also like the simplicity of this bike. It can be easily repaired on the road with just the basic tools. For me, it does have plenty of power and the gas mileage is right at about 55-60 MPG that gets me a 300 mile range on a full tank.

@SwankyCatProductions

6 жыл бұрын

Andrew Ivanov I assume my oil burning issues are due to an improper break in but that's the risk you run buying used I suppose. I'm glad to hear you have such a high opinion of the bike even after your high end experiences. I love mine more very time I get on it!

I was a big fan of my 93. also had a klr250. also a great bargain if you don't need to be on any highways for to long.

Anybody who doubts the KLR is a keyboard rider and has likely never even ridden a dual sport. My 2012 KLR went anywhere I had the guts to take it including the rubicon trail and the occasional day at the local motocross track. After I put a full Vance & Hines exhaust, Dyno Jet stage 2 jet kit, and opened up the air box the bike really woke up and became an absolute powerhouse. Not only did my KLR handle everything I threw at it but it took 30k miles of abuse and still ran lime new the day I sold it. I'm dying to get a new one. Been off a bike for far too long

Nice review. I am looking for a bike to ride 50-100 miles from my house to the National forest service roads and trails in North Georgia. The highway riding is just to get me to the off-road trails. This bike really looks awesome with the green and knobby tires.

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I actually just put 150 miles on mine today here in WI riding up to some county land. Thank you, I like it more n more every time I look at it ha ha. Highway travel is even more comfortable now that I have the KLR Dash installed, check out my review of that if your interested!

@wlouisharris

7 жыл бұрын

Yah, I will check it out. I have to get my motorcycle license but looking to get one.

I love my KLR .It gets great reviews. And that makes me happy .I've ridden 100 miles roundtrip to work and back .And a little trail riding and a nice pit bike for the motocross races. It's cool not having to walk from one side to the other .also the stock skid plate is plastic and will crack .on a stand .so I bought a nice aftermarket aluminium one .very nice .Love it .not a dirt bike 425 lbs says it all .

@SwankyCatProductions

5 жыл бұрын

I need a metal skid plate as well!

Had my 2007, gen 1, since 2009. Here's my key take aways if you're considering 1: 1) It's not a DRZ or a CR. It's heavy, harder work off road than those, but just as he said, you can cruise at 75 on hwy to get to the dirt, or spend a day crusing with your Harley buddys 2) If you're short, lower it. I was really hesitant, but I am much better off road now that I can get a solid foot down when needed. 3) Try different counter sprockets. 16T keeps rpms at 5k at 75+, 14T is really really better in technical off-road stuff. 4) I'd like to upgrade the springs & shocks on both ends. It is very undersprung and it's very apparent when the trail gets technical. I've read that it's the best thing you can do for this bike. All in all..it's like my jeep...does nothing spectacular, but does everything and tons of fun.

@timgoat556

7 жыл бұрын

i'm 5'10", 180. do you think i would need to go through the trouble of lowering the shock? my riding boots give me another 2 inches... maybe i could get by with a shorter seat?

@MrJrFish

7 жыл бұрын

timgoat556 1 thing a custom seat will do is it will be narrower at the front. This will allow you to get your feet down better when needed, at whatever ride height.

thanks. i probably will pick the klr because i will be riding on trails that aren't way to off road... but how is the power on the road at 65 to 75mph? i like your videos. it actually probably changed my mind on an XR650L to 2017 KLR650!

Hey Swanky, Another KLR rider here spot on about the oil consumption at higher hiway speeds. I commute about 50 Miles a day +/- depending on the route I take. Nice looking bike. TDR

@SwankyCatProductions

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks Theo! Yeah gets a bit expensive when your dumping full synthetic in it ha ha. But the KLR is still a great bike!

@augk68

8 жыл бұрын

Yes yes it is.

I have Shinko 244s(which are a lot more aggressive) on my klx250s and have no problem cruising at 70mph on the highway.

Good review mate. Trying to decide between the KLR650 and DR650 as we speak.

@SwankyCatProductions

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I've been there, thats one of the main reasons I did this video actually. Good luck!

@MattPerry

5 жыл бұрын

DR 650 is much better for off road, and will do the road too. I like both. But i prefer the DR-Z 400 E and the Honda XR 650 R. Because the bumpers are better for off road, and the bikes are lighter.

Very good. Thanks

@SwankyCatProductions

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

The KLR is no Adventure Touring motorcycle like a BMW GS, but that's a good thing. With the right tires it's a true off road motorcycle that can go where no 500 or 600 lb. Adventure toured would fear to tread.

Nice looking KLR you have there, I like the green and black. I have a DR650 and have ridden both highway and very rough Colorado mountain trails for years. I have also ridden a KLR before. So I can tell you that the DR is actually much better off road, but not quite as good on highway. But, the DR is still good on highway if you add a wind screen. And like all the big 650 thumpers, power is excellent! I road a DRZ 400 once and it was truly awful with the close gear ratios and very low 5th gear. That thing was screaming at 70mph. Also I thought the power was a bit anemic.

@tarzaan2603

7 жыл бұрын

Trevor Jameson , have you any experience with the big red pig? Xr650r

@trevorjameson3213

7 жыл бұрын

Trump is my President , actually yes, I had a '00 model XR650R that I bought in '02. It was un corked per the Honda kit, plus jetting and carb restrictor removal, air box plate removed, and Honda 40mm exhaust tip. That thing was VERY powerful!

@xCRO3x

7 жыл бұрын

Xr650R is a hell of a big dirt bike. Much more off road capable and pretty damn fast in the dirt compared to the main three thumpers.

@tarzaan2603

7 жыл бұрын

Mine is an 02 also uncorked, and high compression piston, full exhaust, very little baffleing , its in supermoto mode right now and gearing lets her do 100 not screaming too bad

Seems like a really good compromise in many different ways.

@SwankyCatProductions

6 жыл бұрын

It certainly is! It's best at doing a little bit of everything.

had klr 650 put 86,0000 miles on it in 14 years love hell out of it

if you don't like the plastic, swap em out with the tank for a safari tank. 650km range on mine with eagle mike's 17t sprocket.

cool review, I take it you are in Wisconsin, take it to Black River Falls and see how it does in the sandy stuff, I know when I went there on my DR350, its a lot of tire spinning! Its also fun on the 2 tracks in the woods around Jackson county and the somewhat less sandy Clark county trails.

@SwankyCatProductions

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Yes this was filmed on Lincoln county trails. You can ride street legal bikes on the trails at Black River?

@dr350ses

8 жыл бұрын

Yep, Jackson county trails and the county just to the north, Clark county, have a ton of trails open to plated dirt bikes and ATV's and some areas reserved for motorcycles only, plated or not that ATV's can't go on. Jackson county has a 20 buck a year sticker and Clark county last I knew, was free as long as a bike was plated. Lots of off-roading around those two counties, though some areas are pretty sandy but like I said, there is a ton of two-track, which is the trails/roads with 2 tire ruts with grass in the middle that cars or trucks have made through the forest everywhere. www.blackrivercountry.net/recreation/atv-off-road-motorcycles/ www.co.clark.wi.us/DocumentCenter/Home/View/20

@SwankyCatProductions

8 жыл бұрын

+mark ruplin Thanks much for the info, I will have to check those trails out soon, sounds awsome!

A klr is a funny bike. People either love em or hate em. I totally love my 2013 that I bought new.. Mine sees lots of gravel roads, trails and hwy. I run Dunlop 606 tires.. Way too much fun

Damn fun turn signals, im always forgetting mine.

@SwankyCatProductions

7 жыл бұрын

Ha ha yeah I didn't mean it to sound that way, just cut out the "cki" and turned into fun lol