Buying A Used KLR650 A Good Idea?

[@precipiceofgrind]

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[@biggooddad]

About five years ago i bought my 2011 KLR and haven't looked back. I can't imagine buying a 2022 and starting over personalizing it all over again...........mine's perfect now 😁

[@ronmiller504]

Picked up a used 09 with 3511 miles for 4 grand. I done the doohicky, thermobob, Leo Vince exhaust, and motech crash bars. Prior owner put brand new mich tires, center stand and zero gravity windshield. I love it!!!

[@jesseperedo6764]

Your right it is a nice bike. I have a 2011, with 18K miles in San Antonio Tx. And it's for sale $3500.00

[@SteveB-hy2ci]

When I saw clint Eastwood on your garage wall,I'm a fan,great information 😊

[@The-Jokes-on-You]

Its 2022 & I just picked up a 2018 KLR with 2300 miles on it unmolested, light wear from a gentleman in his 70's. Paid 5000 & put another grand into accessories (including thermobob & doohicky) engine & rear guards, larger windscreen & a few other items. Essentially ill have the equivalent of the new adventure model for $4000 less. They're cheap to maintain, hard to kill, great community for info & help, its simply hard to beat!

[@precipiceofgrind]

Awesome! Congrats on your 'New' bike!

[@mr.mover1002]

I want to buy the same bike. How would I reach out to know what to look for specifically Please

[@michaelladymon5143]

Buying a used anything is a good idea, but buying my Klr was awesome. In 2018 I bought a well experienced 2006 Klr with 14,000 miles for $1,700. It had belonged to a soldier in the Marines. He painted the tank army camo tan and all the plastic parts are covered in bedliner. I added full dirt racks crash bars up front and dirt racks pannier racks in the back. I have small ammo cans mounted up front and large ammo can pannier boxes in the back. I have done every Klr mod known and I might have $3,200 in it, maybe. I have done 1,700 miles of the TAT, multiple trips to Colorado to just camp and fish and gold pan some, and have put right around 20,000 more miles on it. The last day of this month I am headed to Antelope Wells to head North on the CDT and plan to ride about half of it to Rawlings, Wy. (That's all that time would allow) Buy a new bike, no way, unless you don't care if it's laying down in a river crossing, or laying in the rocks on Engineer Pass, or in sand drift on a long straight road in the Oklahoma panhandle. I will just keep riding my paid for tank of a Klr that keeps taking me everywhere I have ever pointed the handle bars.

[@precipiceofgrind]

That is so awesome!! Would love to see some pictures of your KLR!!

[@charleswidmore5458]

That sounds like a really sharp bike! I wish youtube let poeple put pics in the comment.

[@paulwojnar2291]

Yes Michael Ladymon post some pics of your KLR tank. Would love to see it.

[@tlarson4907]

I got my first klr abs adventure 2022 model with 3700 miles on it two weeks ago. Steel pegs and a center stand are on their way to my place in Arizona. Great looking bike. My first ADV ever.

[@precipiceofgrind]

Congrats on your KLR!

[@WayneSmith-zx3tf]

Just picked up another '08 KLR50. My first one just went TU about a week ago. I will rebuild it but need a bike for our vacation in July. $3100 is what I paid for it with just a touch over 13k miles on it. They're not gonna get me for nearly $9k otd for a new one!

[@GreggBennett-j3p]

I’m actually considering buying a 2012 KLR.

[@kevinszarell631]

Doesn’t take nearly twelve minutes to answer that question. Just two words, HELL YEAH!

[@craigcook1571]

I just bought a 2022, love it! I’ve got the same issues as you, being a shorter rider but haven’t had any real issues. I looked for a used KLR650 before buying a new one, but couldn’t find one without having to drive halfway across the country to where it was so just went with a new one. Enjoyed your vid

[@precipiceofgrind]

Appreciate you watching! I'm close to pulling the trigger on a 2022 model..just because...

[@johnkrantz5251]

Nice video, I just bought a ‘12 with 1,650 miles for $3,500!😮 You hit many thoughts on the head!!🤟

[@precipiceofgrind]

Enjoy your KLR, Congrats!!

[@paulwojnar2291]

I have owned two KLRs. A 1996 was the first purchased used in 2007 for $1500. Road that hell out of that for 7 years then sold it fir $1000. In 2016 bought a 2003 for $2200. Had 8000 miles on it. Currently has 30,000 miles. Will sell it in spring 2023. Then begins the quest for another low mileage KLR. I dont think I will ever buy a new one. I love these bikes they are very versatile and fun. Have two road bikes also. That said the KLR is my fave. Thanks for your videos. Will be tuning in.

[@precipiceofgrind]

Appreciate you watching! I'd like to find a nicely kept Gen 1 KLR eventually. I'm enjoying my 2022 model currently, fun bikes!

[@rickquist3992]

As a KLR owner, I'd advise against getting one for your very first bike. Learn the fundamentals on a lighter, more nimble machine. The KLR would be a fantastic 2nd bike!

[@jerrodlopes186]

Looks like you're cruising around Prescott/PV area. Nice. I enjoyed the video very much. I just want to let people know that you can get lowering links for these from 1"-4" for less than $100. Super easy to lower it yourself if you have a motorcycle jack and a bottle jack. Keep the shiny side up.

[@gymshoe8862]

I've had four KLRs, all were used. They were all good but my best one is my 2002 with 40k miles, it has the best power and is set up perfectly for me (tall). If I see a bargain priced one I buy it. I gave 1000 bucks for my 2002. I use the same Corbin seat on all of them, which ever one I'm riding.

[@_BAD_MERC_]

I have been waiting to buy my third KLR for about a decade now. I keep waiting for the "all matte black painted EVERYTHING" to go away or at least be available in silver/aluminum. My 2004 was my favorite and regret selling it since the day she left. Nope. Waiting and waiting. After 10 years I may be making a beeline for a new Suzuki DR650. As far as keeping the indestructible engine unchanged it still surprises me that a sixth gear wasn't added.

[@SteveB-hy2ci]

Can't wait to get one now thanks

[@ewetho]

I gave up on Silverstar bulbs years back.. put them in my new car and was amazed how bright they were.. a month later one burned out and pulled the original back off the shelf and could not tell them apart…..

[@insatiable_mind]

I just bought a 2011 KLR with 9k miles for $3000. It was well modded but I did add luggage. I’ll probably add a few more comfort’s but I love this bike! For me it’s a perfect beginner bike. At 5’9” I am on my toes at a stop. I’ve thought about a lower seat but the the bike is really comfortable to me as is.

[@precipiceofgrind]

Congrats on your new (to you) KLR! Ride Hard!

[@davidbrett1958]

I had a lowering link put in my klr im 5ft9 and I can put my feet flat on the ground

[@Michaelajacksonfilms]

Thank you

[@arkansastrey9694]

I like my 08 , just want a 685 kit

[@scotteger6271]

What's weird about the seat height is, I'm 5'9" and had the opportunity to sit on the 2023 S model with the 2" lower seat...I was flat footed with a bend in my knee. I've been considering one of these used as well, coming from XT's as well and a BMW F650GS, but that bike I could almost flat foot riding alone so it was not intimidating. It had some wiring and mechanical issues, and being a BMW it was expensive to fix, so ultimately we sold it...but it was a fun bike to ride in places the XT wasn't, as you said. I need to find a regular, non low seat version and see how I fit

[@crobx4]

Nice video. What's with your windshield riser being on upside down and on the outside of the windshield?

[@gabrielkopp2036]

I don't know where you are finding a used klr for 3500.. the 3500 klr650s have 20+k miles..I picked a 2018 camo with everything on it for a great deal had to put tires on it and did the doohickey and thermobob and has only 3500 hiwy miles previous owner comuted with it

[@beaumarx1472]

Just picked up a 2014 KLR nice and cheap. Super excited to start putting down some miles!

[@precipiceofgrind]

Congrats!! Thanks for watching!

[@sab249]

Why dont you share what yiu paid..?

[@1silvervespa]

You can remove headlights without removing a Bunch of parts ....... Simply reach up behind the headlights ... I have never removed anything but the lights doing a Swap ....

[@royvinator7038]

Enjoyed the video, I just bought a 2008, I love it! What camera and Mic. are you using?

[@precipiceofgrind]

Thanks for watching, enjoy your (new to you) KLR! I use a GoPro 11 with Media Mod and lavalier mic.

[@royvinator7038]

@@precipiceofgrind Thank you for your reply.

[@thr0w407]

I saw a guy in a fb group yesterday who got a gen1 for $400. He rattle can painted it and it looks better than my 2k stock gen1 lmaoo. Yes, you should buy a used klr650, gen1 is best gen, but any flavor will make you smile if you like to ride more than look pretty. Edit: Holy shit didn't realize this video is so old. Cheers! lol

[@precipiceofgrind]

I would love to have a Gen 1 and I'm always keeping an eye out but I rarely see any.

[@gabrielkopp2036]

It's a lot easier to take the front fender off and reach in and change lights..you did it the hard way

[@precipiceofgrind]

Story of my life...

[@One44Special]

Nice bike. Watching the video I was getting motion sick. LOL. I'm looking at 2012 for 3000. I thought that was kind of low and made me wonder if there was something wrong. Would you recommend anything critical to check. Weak spot? Thx.

[@precipiceofgrind]

Inspect for leaks. When's the last time fluids were changed? How long has the bike sat? Valves probably need to be checked. If the motorcycle has sat for a long period you're going to have to do a carb rebuild.

[@jeffreyulery2182]

idk, around here everyone is asking way to much for their used bike. seen one 20k miles asking 5k or a guy with a 2022 asking 8k with 1k miles meanwhile the local powersport store has a new 2023 model no miles starting at 5899... its a no brainer to buy new.

[@jeffreyulery2182]

oh and modded up.... mods are cheap and alot of the fun.

[@MrMattiezaya2]

This is a serious question to anyone out there that can help with my decision, I grew up riding dirtbike's and quads my whole life been riding Harley' s last 20 years or so currently have an electra glide so riding is not new to me but owning a KLR would be... I want to be capable of cruising off the pavement into the woods when i feel the urge.... stop in a local shop seen a 2018 with 19k miles lots of mods... full luggage bags & trunk (not a fan) but its there. Rear fender delete, aftermarket pipe, seat, mirrors, handle bars, crash bars LED lights usb charging panel, doohicky, center stand, foot pegs, rear shock & better than stock tires.. is it worth $4,700 or should i spend 6k on a new left over 2023

[@precipiceofgrind]

You're going to spend a few grand outfitting the new KLR with all that similar gear so you're probably looking closer to 8 or 9K for the 23 model in the end. Or not. I wouldn't have a problem getting the 2018 model and you could probably get it for cheaper with cash in hand.

[@timlubbers2884]

I don’t know if you’ve pulled the trigger yet, but the biggest thing to consider is the fueling, 18 is carbed and new is FI …

[@djstubbyh8166]

Got the "doohickey" on it?

[@precipiceofgrind]

Doohickey was dealt with by prior owner.

[@glenc4173]

Used KLR = more tinkering, more money for upgrades, and did I mention more tinkering.

[@XLV750RD01]

Thumbs down for driving with the high beam on blinding oncoming traffic.

[@MrBluoct]

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