Im biased. I own a 2005 KLR 650 with 62k on the clock and still runs perfect and I love it. Apparently if you throw on a Mikuni 42mm pumper carb along with a sports muffler, you can get heaps more power and perform clutch free wheelies. Thats going to be my next project. Look it up on Glenno's Garage on RUclips.
Had the same 2006. Had all decked out with happy trail engine gaurds with highway pegs. Sold to guy from Alaska. He flew to Wa state to pick up and ride back. Miss that bike, but the other guy was thrilled. I have 2009 now. Bought in 2018 with 7800 mi. Still new with goodies. Ride every day to/from work. Find all kinds of different routes. 52 mpg's on this one. Good times.
I was really hoping for more. More in depth review.. what was similar? What all was different? Drag race? Is the gearing speed the same? How are they off road in comparison? Sooooo many questions unanswered
There are other sources... See Big Rock ADVs goodbye to the KLR... He mentioned a few.... But main things, besides the fairings is... Over an inch more ground clearance and 15 fewer pounds on the gen 1... fuses went from glass AGW to blade type (There is a conversation kit for gen 1 bikes.)
Would have been much better if you had narrative while you're riding instead of the music. I didn't get much out of the video. Get more detailed on the differences. And no off road? You're missing half of the importance of the bike!
I'm with ya...i was hoping for some real and useful info. I'm looking to buy a KLR and trying to learn the pros and cons of the redesigns and this video told me nothing.
The 2006 looks more like what a dual sport bike should look like. The 2017 looks like they borrowed the nose fairing from a Ninja, don't care for that at all.
my buddy has a klr 600 1983 I think 2 years ago he totally restored it well whatever you want to call it it had 58 thousand klm's on it never been touched ever no vavle well maybe an adj here or there but no major engine work no piston rings bearings nothing he bought it new so I no the bike but my point is that bike my opinion is better than those 2 in a few ways nothing major but its just a better machine
Since everything os backwards in astrailia then why isnt the throttle on the left handlebar and the clutch on the right? I mean seriously astrailia wants to be different from the rest of the world exept for england then they should put more effort into being different
Opinion Pole, come over here and say that. No that is not a fight challenge; just come ride on the side you wish to on the freeway then tell me that is the side you want to remain on. heh heh. Horses for courses.On the good side; I have never heard of a left hand or right hand drive motorbike.
So 13 min later and I have no real info on the differences between the Gen 1 KLR and the Gen 2. Thanks.
Im biased. I own a 2005 KLR 650 with 62k on the clock and still runs perfect and I love it. Apparently if you throw on a Mikuni 42mm pumper carb along with a sports muffler, you can get heaps more power and perform clutch free wheelies. Thats going to be my next project. Look it up on Glenno's Garage on RUclips.
Tim Allen . . Have you had any mechanical issues out of your 2000?
Did you do the doo? I haven't and mines got 88000ks on it now.
I actually like the styling of the 2006 better ,real stream lined looking aesthetics have no place on dual sport bikes, just my personal opinion.
True to this day.
Did no one hear that gunshot? What happened?
thanks for @8:06
I live in a bad area and ive never jumped and grabbed my gun so quickly
Tip one: always wear gloves, you can ride nude but always wear gloves. Trust me, gravel rash on your hands hurts.
I like the look of the first gen better
Had the same 2006. Had all decked out with happy trail engine gaurds with highway pegs. Sold to guy from Alaska. He flew to Wa state to pick up and ride back. Miss that bike, but the other guy was thrilled. I have 2009 now. Bought in 2018 with 7800 mi. Still new with goodies. Ride every day to/from work. Find all kinds of different routes. 52 mpg's on this one. Good times.
Did know one else hear the gun shot at 8:07 or is that just how it's done in Queensland.
Hello! I have a 1989 klr 650 with 11000 miles....i love it! Old but gold!!!!
Had the 1984 KLR600. Smiles for miles.
You got a lot of "thumbs down" cause there was not very much information in this video.
& no gloves! Not smart, dude.
Are the 17 and newer fuel injected?
I was really hoping for more. More in depth review.. what was similar? What all was different? Drag race? Is the gearing speed the same? How are they off road in comparison? Sooooo many questions unanswered
There are other sources... See Big Rock ADVs goodbye to the KLR... He mentioned a few....
But main things, besides the fairings is... Over an inch more ground clearance and 15 fewer pounds on the gen 1... fuses went from glass AGW to blade type (There is a conversation kit for gen 1 bikes.)
@@toddmichaels42 thanks! Since then I got a Suzuki DR650 and love it
Sadly, can't get these in UK anymore. Emissions.
Yeah. I thought I heard a gunshot. Maybe normal around there or some backfiring going on.
I really like my 2016 klr 👍🏼
enjoy mate klr is best
good riding music.
Had a 2006 green/black but 2017 models looks better & modern.
I love my 2006 klr 650
Would have been much better if you had narrative while you're riding instead of the music. I didn't get much out of the video. Get more detailed on the differences. And no off road? You're missing half of the importance of the bike!
Agreed. What is this obsession with music?
I'm with ya...i was hoping for some real and useful info. I'm looking to buy a KLR and trying to learn the pros and cons of the redesigns and this video told me nothing.
I only saw paved roads? Might as well ride something comfortable.
The 2006 looks more like what a dual sport bike should look like. The 2017 looks like they borrowed the nose fairing from a Ninja, don't care for that at all.
Gloves! 😉
my buddy has a klr 600 1983 I think 2 years ago he totally restored it well whatever you want to call it it had 58 thousand klm's on it never been touched ever no vavle well maybe an adj here or there but no major engine work no piston rings bearings nothing he bought it new so I no the bike but my point is that bike my opinion is better than those 2 in a few ways nothing major but its just a better machine
f800gs is a Panther Tank
In the USA that's a 2004 model
these guys are riding on the wrong side of the road 😮
Here in Australia its right side
Midnight Rider its not right its left 😃
max pov oops . U r right 🤙🏼
I would make a very large mess of the front of someones car.......Yep, no bout a doubt it.
Clarinette musique
This guy knows where to get a meat pie. Trust me, I'm a kiwi lol
Didn't know the KLR's came in red....
Opps. music bye......
he's ginger!
Ginger ninja.
What's the music in the second half of the video ? Awesome
It's ( open highway ) U can download from RUclips library
Since everything os backwards in astrailia then why isnt the throttle on the left handlebar and the clutch on the right? I mean seriously astrailia wants to be different from the rest of the world exept for england then they should put more effort into being different
every time i hear an aussie say klr i giggle klahhhh lmao
Oh there's music, I'm outta here
You guys ride on the wrong side of the road.
Yup, total badasses! :O lol
You can do anything and ride anywhere on a KLR.....Almost!!
Opinion Pole, come over here and say that. No that is not a fight challenge; just come ride on the side you wish to on the freeway then tell me that is the side you want to remain on. heh heh. Horses for courses.On the good side; I have never heard of a left hand or right hand drive motorbike.
New klr its shit old is beuthiful
"I prefer the look of the old KLR over the new." - Google translation
What are you doing, riding without gloves!! Set an example for other riders!!
sorry I press dislike button by mistake
Lucia Alexander if u want u can press like button again. 😜😜 thanks for watching
You would get arrested for riding on this side of the road, in Canada!
CLICK BAIT
That was a review? Total garbage
R33 gtr casually driving through