First ride of the season

...and man, does that feel good :) Tossed a coin and the KLR 650 won the flip. Great to be out and the bike is running strong as ever.
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[@carlswanson5114]

Hope all is well. Enjoyed your videos and great conversation

[@connorfanks8154]

Where's Mason been?? Hope all is well.

[@91camaro100]

Havn't seen any new videos posted. No pressure, I absolutely love watching your adventures. More importantly just checking in to make sure everyone is safe and healthy. A bit worried about you fellers. Best wishes.

[@Zerzil1974]

Miss your videos Mason!

[@mattsleva1680]

Hope all is well I miss your inspiration you've encouraged me to finish my 97 klr 692 big bore kit Cogent forks upgraded rear shock spring and a slew of bolt-ons completely different machine 🙏 hope to see your video's again soon again we hope all is well. 🤞👉

[@retiredwaterdoctor]

will have my new, but modified 2022 KLR out in a day or 2......the thing about KLR's...they don't always get you there first...but....they always get you there!

[@ArcticJeff]

I use Lithium batteries on my bikes too. A bit more money, but well worth it. I bring the battery in, in the winter and put it on the trickle charger every once in a while. My oldest lithium is on its 3rd season, no issues.

[@mikerichards3248]

Just brought my 07 KLR back to life after having the head off (almost gave up on it). Had my Masons ADV t-shirt on when I pushed that start button on May 4th and it started right up (the wife was wearing her Swanky Cat t-shirt). This was no small thing. That first test ride after almost a year being down was sweet. Fell in love all over again. Your videos are a huge help. Thank you!

[@johntesner9271]

Thank God your back get it done

[@pinkiewerewolf]

? Posted a year ago. I miss Mason & Crew. I hope everyone is OK.

[@EvanPrentice]

Missing your content. Hope all is well.

[@ChaosClicks]

Glad to see you are still using the KLR!!

[@rancan-rn5mr]

picture is just like being there holy cow

[@johntesner9271]

Cool your back some wat

[@scottshafer9813]

Love the KLR

[@MarkyMark1202]

Glad you’re back Mason!

[@brandonberg7703]

Hey man, what happened with your videos? Love your content and I hope that your all good 💯

[@broadwayklrguy7725]

I think I speek for a lot of people to say that we miss hearing your voice and your always respecfull perseption of all you did. Very well spoken person. Hope all is well. Lots of respect for all the content you put out.

[@brucegerken1063]

Great video thank you very well done thanks for taking us along cheers to ya.

[@Christianthephotographer]

I really enjoy his videos. And haven't seen anything in a while.. i hope all is well!

[@IslandADV]

I love the first ride of the season. The smell of the exhaust against the cold wind and the feeling of being let loose after the winter is great. I hear you on the lithium battery man. I put a Noco in this year and it's so great. Cheers from PEI.

[@jdmcc271]

Fantastic vid, I’m actually racing vet class this year with a 98’cr250, lol! Have a great summer!

[@dougclark9577]

It's great to see you back out. I see you were out last summer in my neck of the woods by Aylmer .Lake Erie way. If you are ever down in southern ontario again let me know. My buddy and I will show you around on some really nice gravel and blacktop roads.

[@22bnightrider]

I know you have your reasons I hope you're well But I miss your videos

[@stoneydrivesrc7420]

I’m waiting for more KLR videos from you buddy 😢

[@advphilnb]

Good to see you back on the KLR! Your first ride prep routine had me in stitches, lol. Looking forward to the DesertX reviews, looks and sounds wicked! So after much hesitation, yesterday I sold my Kawi green 2014 KLR. Sad day indeed. It was my first bike, purchased slightly used in 2018. Such a great bike, many adventures and memories (and a ton of pics). I just wanted to thank you for all your videos and advice, I’ve truly enjoyed every post. Of course, I will continue to watch your content, but with a slightly different perspective, as I enjoy my new ‘23 KTM 890 Adventure. Cheers from NB, and happy trails!

[@mkramsauer]

Good to see you again brother 👊 looking forward to all the new content

[@Crittermoto]

You’re first day prep rundown: not only hilarious but spot on! 😂 Looking forward to this season! Cheers.

[@ianferrier235]

Ya I agree Mason I think gravel is more predictable on gravel roads then sand on pavement. Welcome back.

[@csiautodetail]

Mason where have you been? no new videos? riding season will be over before you know it

[@MarkyMark1202]

Mason? Where are you buddy? We miss your videos and hope all is well.

[@johntesner9271]

I have the 22klr adventure. Didn't get it out yet. It's all farkaled

[@allanrilling6990]

Described by first ride of year to a T including getting all geared and then having to take a piss ;-). Good to share Sunday morning with you again. Cheers!

[@vitalwaters]

I can relate to your first ride treasure hunt. Funny how things are always in a better place than where you put it last fall...ahhh the joys of a good woman LOL.😂

[@brettw1518]

Thanks for coming back! Looking forward to the videos

[@centralcoastcruiser2084]

Whats going on Mason? It's been 4 months. Hope all is well ...

[@mikemiller2933]

Just recently picked up an 08 KLR and am in the process of rebuilding the top end (685), adding a bunch of extras and bringing all the maintenance up to date. I've had her out for a few short rides, but she was going through oil at an alarming rate... Looking forward to getting back into the ADV world!! Subscribed!!

[@pinkiewerewolf]

Always good to see the Mighty KLR oot & ahhboot! I had parts difficulties as well, for the 890 and the 501.

[@johntesner9271]

I have the 22klr adventure. Didn't get it out yet

[@markwarner5417]

Glad your riding season is here again 👍 looking forward to it

[@roughneckadv5720]

It's really good to see you out on your first ride this year your trusty Ole KLR sounds strong as ever. Speaking of which, my KLR is dead right now with a catastrophic motor failure. I was on my annual trip to see two of my buddies down in Virginia the first week of April. We were meeting up at the New York, Pennsylvania line to ride the Mid Atlantic BDR south into North Carolina. I found myself about 270 miles into my mile crunching part of the day just outside Cleveland when the motor decided to not be a motor anymore. I was cruising along at 75mph when it started shaking and coughing. It completely died on me and would not fire up again. I ended up bringing it home in a U-Haul truck. When I got home, I pulled the motor apart to find ground zero to a bomb disaster, lol. The main rod bearing ware the connecting rod connects to the crankshaft went. The whole motor looks like a tub of silver glitter was poured into it. The piston even scored the cylinder walls. I'm looking at a full rebuild. It's actually going to be cheaper for me to replace the whole motor, unfortunately. My plan is to put a motor in it and enjoy riding it for what it is for the rest of the season and putting it up for sale in the fall. I still love the bike but I'm looking to get something more suitable for long distance highway. I'm planning on buying a 2014 or newer Yamaha Super Tenere over the winter and have it read for the weather to break in the springtime.

[@loganroberge7632]

Just got out a for my first good ride from Sudbury to Elliot lake , was super nice to get out. I can relate to the gear hiding everywhere in the house , I did that same dance 😂

[@chrisunderhill8853]

Cheers mason ! good to see ya back in the saddle again!

[@Argo-F-Ur-Sef]

Welcome to the next riding season. Just got back out a few weeks ago here in Idaho!

[@toby7504]

Good to see you back on the bike

[@neelsmuller3716]

Here in Africa I can ride ALL year round, lol now snow here; in fact I like more riding in the Winter!

[@mynomadadventure]

Looking forward to following along on your adventures this season. I had my KLR up in Calabogie last week and had a great time even though both mirrors got trashed. Time for some of those Double Take adventure mirrors.

[@CDUKTV_YT]

Awfully quiet over here... Hope you're alright

[@stevebrinkert3649]

Welcome back 👍

[@mattbarrois8675]

Hope all is well i finally purchased a gen 3 klr was trying to find some of your videos for inspiration on farkles and noticed you havent posted in 9 months

[@taekwondotkd2668]

Mason where are you? No videos?

[@pinkiewerewolf]

I just swung by and was wondering as well. I hope everyone is OK.

[@622paco]

Hey Mason, love all you content. Super helpful and a fun watch too. Thank you. Just curious what front fender you are running? Looks just like the fender on my RM125.

[@ibMoose2u]

Wooooohoooooo

[@dalehamilton3678]

Love your videos but csnt do off road anymore. I miss my klr . Got a vfr800

[@csiautodetail]

What happened to Mason? Why did he stop making videos

[@jjyost77]

Mason bought a new bike and disappeared? Hope all is well. Mid your vids!

[@MASTURBIKER]

Hey mate! Nice Vid, have my KLR off the road, gotta put new chains, sprockets, change filters and fluids, straighten my KLRDASH bent it from a drop, and try and plastic weld the nose fairing as it cracked down one side from same fall. I have a pelican hard case on my back rack and was wondering if there's enough room to mount the reckless 80 system across the pillion seat so it wont get in the way of the riders seating position and the side bags don't interfere with the riders legs? Don't want to waste $1200 plus postage and find out it wont fit. I keep camera gear in the pelican because it can be locked and also locked to the bike. Do you know if the reckless will fit with the pelican or know of anyone with the same setup? Cheers, keep the shiney side up and stay safe ....