Worldwide KLR/Scenery Pics of EPIC proportion

[Lonewolf121]

Originally Posted by dvormak

Its a monument dedicated to the solders that died in a chopper accident a few years ago.

Awe, now I see... Thank you!

[AZ Dean]

From a short ride today, somewhere north of Seven Springs, north of Cave Creek, AZ. I really like that new D606 in front. Its like velcro for the dirt (at 15 psi) and sticks plenty fine on pavement (at 32 psi), too.

[fofi]

Originally Posted by Garuda

Thanks, Ed. Like I said, I really like the Jesse's. One thing you need to be aware of though, is that you really need to pay a lot of attention to foot dabs. As has been mentioned here before, large hard side cases can be ankle/shin busters. Ted Simon, and another rider I was following on ADV, both incurred significant fractures during RTW trips with these bags. I love them for commuting & camping, and I DO ride off-road with them, but there is a certain amount of extra risk involved when riding off-road with large hard cases. I personally haven't had any injuries related to this, but I have experienced a couple of incidents in sand where I could definitely see that there is some definite potential for injury.

I don't want to discourage you (or anyone) else from getting them, they are a great product, but I think it's important that you go into the purchase educated. It's really a serious investment, especially considering the generally frugal nature of KLR riders, and it's better that you be aware of both the pros & cons when considering an investment like this. Just remember, if you decide to get them, watch where you put your feet!

Keep the sticky side down!

--Garuda

Thanks again Garuda! The reason for my slow reply is that I've been away for work.

I've already read somewhere about the pros & cons of hard luggage vs. soft luggage and I totally understand what you mean about watching where I'll put my feet. It is an excellent reminder! I intend to ride mainly on secondary/back roads for commuting & camping. I might do the odd gravel/unpaved road which will lead me to a camping site. I'm not really into offroading with the KLR, even though I know the bike can handle it well.

I really appreciate what you wrote. It certainly educates me more for this purchase. Jesse's hard luggage system will be the one going on my KLR!

Ed.

[treynolds]

I also must add a word of caution regarding foot-dabbing and hard side cases. I have Givi hardcases for side bags and top case. I have caught the back of my booted foot/ankle/calf from foot-dabs to the pavement: very painful, but no fractures. I am CERTAIN that I could have sustained a fracture or serious contusion a time or two IF I'd had aluminum cases installed and/or had not been wearing proper MC boots. The Givi plastic cases are more forgiving, virtually waterproof, more aerodynamic and easy to pack. Highly recommended.

[IMAGE111]

California desert..

[condor-machinist]

Desert Pic looks great, Image111. I go there for attitude adjustments as ofter as I can, puts all in perspective.

[Naegling]

Alvord Desert in Oregon
- A note on the little 225 in front, one of the guys going on the trip has an old KLR600 he was going to be riding and at the last minute had carb. problems. He decided to take the 225 instead of not going... seeing Leo ride 1600 miles (with 800 on gravel) was something to behold!


Riding our KLR's inside the Malheur Cave, Oregon

After a walk to see the underground lake at the end of this HUGE cave, we wondered if the bikes would fit through the opening. Sure enough they did. I wonder how many other people have riden a motorcycle inside a cave?



Old tree around Silver Lake, Oregon

Ian was the only guy on a new style bike, and besides being heavy - it held up great!

The originals and others can be found here:
http://picasaweb.google.com/Naegling...eat=directlink

[MAL-1]

Riding the Cranberry Bogs in Cape Cod



Organized rides are great, these cranberry bogs are usually off limits and heavily patrolled. Because it was a Toys for Tots ride a bunch of land owners gave us the green light. I sill got stopped and hasseled by the environmental police.

[NewHampWoodsRider]

Nice pic Mark!!

When you going to come up to NH and join in on some off road riding??
I just discovered a bunch of class 6 roads/trails right near my house.

[MAL-1]

Originally Posted by NewHampWoodsRider

Nice pic Mark!!

When you going to come up to NH and join in on some off road riding??
I just discovered a bunch of class 6 roads/trails right near my house.

Just say the word, I hooked up with the DARC guys and have done some awesome rides up in NH. Skip organizes some great rides.

[RampartRanger]

Rampart Range, Colorado
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You can just make out Pike's Peak in the mid-left of this pic, right above the immediate tree line:
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[Scott_Rides_Again]

Was RRR open from the Springs or did you get that far?

[stickbob]

not epic but it was a fun ride. somewhere in southern indiana.

[djewell]

this is my bike and trailer by the blue water bridge to Canada in Port Huron , Michigan

[wetklr]

It's not a KLR...but, this "Desert Sled" Triumph (AKA: 'Trouble') is super cool.