KLR 650 Mods to Date

[@TheBeardedGrump]

Your audio sounds great. People sometimes fail to understand when you have a small channel you can't just keep investing more and more money. The KZbin payout if you get paid is very little. I enjoy you just making good down home honest content. I'm not a KLR guy but I just enjoy how you come across as a person. Keep up the good work Dale.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you so so much for the kind words sir. I truly appreciate it more than you know, so thank you for not only taking the time to watch but comment as well. I truly enjoy you guys channel as well. Good times I tell ya. Thank you again and I hope y'all have a blessed weekend. PS and yes, I have not made enough to even buy a lens for my camera much less the camera (s) etc. It's fun and enjoy it, that is why I do it. Dale

[@tomschafer5270]

Thanks Dale my name is Tom I am a retired Construction worker 58 years old so now its time for some adventuring I own a 2016 klr650 and I am digging it put 6000 miles on it since last year and getting ready for new year my favorite mod is a black 2 inch plastic plumbing pipe about 2 feet long strapped to the side of the bike comes in handy all the time .... fishing poles ,golf clubs, tent poles anything thats long and straight surprises me how many times I use it .thanks for everything

[@Heartlanddualsport]

I truly love that idea, I can see how beneficial that would be, and like you say, so many reasons why. I love it. Thank you for taking the time to watch and share your favorite mod with us. I do agree that would come in handy. Again, thank you for taking the time to watch and comment, it truly helps our little channel out way more than I can express, so thank you for that as well. Thanks again my friend and I hope you have a blessed weekend. dale

[@onerider808]

I want to be singletrack and BDR ready, so my essential mods are: flush-mount oil drain plug, skid plate, crash bars, Bark Busters, Tusk footpegs, IMS extended shifter, bar pad, and tank bag. Thr most important is the drain plug; $16 is cheaper than a new crankcase, if the OEM bolt gets sheared. Good videos and good channel; thanks!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you so much for taking the time to share this with us all. With all My videos I always forget to mention the low profile drain plug. I don’t do a ton of OffRoad but it was still my first mod at and early first oil change. Hahah. Thanks again my friend and have a blessed week. Dale.

[@JamesSmith-vd1gk]

Thanks for more great content. My list of modifications are: Dirt racks crash bars have taken a beating with no wear! Tusk excursion soft bags for commuting and day trips, Denali license plate turn signal/brake lights for way better visibility/safety at stops. Get out and enjoy on and off road! The klr is amazing at Rolling up rough trails.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

It's greta to hear about the dirt racks crash protection, I have been putting it off and I think it would be a great mod. Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed weekend. Thanks again for being an active supporter, the comments and watch time truly helps our little channel out so much more than I can say, so thank you for that as well I hope you have a blessed weekend. Dale

[@vironpayne3405]

I have Tusk up front and dirt racks on the back. I did drop my bike once on the road turning at a light. I went in to buy a 2022 RE Himilayan and rode out on a 2018 KLR that was cherry and modded. I told myself I wouldn't buy another KLR after my 08. I dropped it 3X the first two weeks I owned it. A 29in inseam and KLR is not an ideal match. The new one is about an inch shorter, which is just enough difference to put me on the balls of my feet instead of tippy toes. I vacilated between the Tusk Excursion and Rinowalk 14Lx2ea and just ordeted the Rinowalk.

[@carlossantillan4647]

Hey Dale, I didn't think your audio was as bad as what others said. But then again, I'm tone deaf and hard of hearing and those people might have Mozart's hearing. My favorite mod is the "Low Comfort" seat from Seat Concepts. But so far I have incorporated around 36 modifications. =)

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you so much for the kind words sir. I truly appreciate the feedback. I am sure years of shooting has me some ear damage as well. Who knows. Thank you for sharing your favorite mod with us as well. I love it maybe one day I will have one of those seat. I can see it being a benefit. Thank you and have a blessed week. Dale

[@none5355melvinMadigan]

I’m buying the 2023 klr this weekend with the adventure package

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Oh man, how fun is that,. I will start by saying CONGRATSS, that is so awesome, you're gonna have so much fun. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed weekend. Post up pics when you get it. Dale

[@samice9597]

Great videos and information. Been looking at retiring the Tiger and getting a KLR and these have been very informative. Once thing you didn't mention was the leather dress pieces on your bike. Do you make them? Always thought your audio was fine ;)

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you for the kind words sir. I will tell you this, I was actually looking at a different color bike,. Since I live here in Texas and being from Oklahoma, I have owned a couple of black bikes and they're really hot in the summer and sunny days. Since the adventure only came in the black color, I had decided prior to the purchase, I would make my own tank bra if you will out of leather. So this is what I came up with. When I initially ordered leather for it, I got enough o make a couple of them and just haven't made another one. I wanted to do Test and make sure it would hole up etc, pro to making it for sale. If I ever do , I will post a video and put it on the website. It is a. large amount of leather and not an easy make, so who knows. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed weekend. Dale

[@grampad35]

Hi Dale, really enjoyed you video on KLR mods. I just got my new KLRs yesterday and can’t wait to start riding and upgrading. The tire pressure monitoring system is first on my list of stuff to order. Thanks

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Congrats on your new Bike my friend. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment. It truly helps the little channel out more than I can say, so thank you for that as well. Yes, I didn't think it would be that big of a deal to have until this past summers ride. I am pleased I have it and do not plan any trips again with out having it. It truly could help save someone from going down in my mind. Thank you and enjoy your new bike. Keep us posted on what all you do as you make changes to fit your needs. Have a blessed weakend Dale

[@vironpayne3405]

I can't claim the mods for my 2018 KLR, but they are great mods. I bought my 2018 in 8/22 with 3402mi with about $3K of mods on the bike, a maintenance journal, original parts, extra parts, and extended warranty. The previous owner had been buying KLRs they came out in 1986, so he had a good idea of the mods he wanted. It has front Tusk crash bars, rear Dirt Racks crash bars, bash plates (engine, rear brake resevior, suspension near swing-arm chain), FMJ exhaust, KLX, mod, Eagle Mike fork brace, after market fender, KLX carb mod, air box and filter mod, low profile magnetic drain plug, progressive fork mod, foot pegs, shift lever, foot brake lever, 14 tooth front spocket with chaim set, Mitas MC24 tires, etc. The bike is a smooth running beast compared to my 08 KLR. I took it up to an indicated 92mph and was acceletating towards 100mph no problem or wobble, except a slight wobble when I chopped the throttle. It cruises 85mph like a kitten. He ran Klotz oil. It doesn't burn any oil on the highway. The progressive fork, fender, exhaust, carb, fork brace, front sprocket, carb, intake, mods together make the bike extremely well handling with noticeably more power over a stock bike. Gas mileage is runs 35-37mpg, but I gladly accept the hit for the additional performance. It came with the KLR branded tank and tail bag. I replaced the tail bag with two stacking storage boxes someone had given me and they have worked out amazingly well. Better than an Apache box could. I also added a 3"x24" PVC tool tube in front of the engine. Moving my tools from the top box to tool tube makes the bike feel even better handling. I just ordered Rinowalk 14Lx2ea panniers, and a pair of 1.5L bicycle frame bags to put inside the front Tusk crash bars. After wear out the Mitas MC24 Invaders, I will be moving to a 50/50 or 60/40 tire. I ride 98/2, but in Florida once you get offroad it is usually sugar sand or mud. Part of me wants the Trailmax Mission for mileage. Part of me wants the Motoz Rallyz or Dualventure for offroad. Part of me wants a Shink 700 for ease of installation and price. I think I have ruled out the Mitas E7+. I've never had the same tire twice in my quest for the perfect unicorn. Check this out! a.co/aCsQvJy Check this out! a.co/23q2pZN kzbin.info/www/bejne/pITLdYyij6x-osU

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Oh wow, you got one all set up, that is so sweet. Love it. Thank you so much for taking the time to share this with all of us It means the world to us you would take the time to type this all out. I am looking forward to hear more about your adventures. Thanks again and I hope you have a blessed week. Looks like some decent weather this week so hoping to get out and play some. I hope you have a blessed week. dale

[@grootsgracemission]

Dale, I want to thank you for your videos, on the KLR. I’m currently researching this bike heavily, while saving hard. I am now subscribed.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you very much for the kind words my friend. I can say this, I love this bike, and I have owned a few since the first one back when I was 14, back then you could get a motorcycle license at age 14, and I was blessed to have a Honda XL100 back then top speed sown hill with my all but 90 pounds would do 50. hahah, I always thought it was a hair dangerous as a kid to not be able to do the speed limit. But it was a fun bike. This bike brings back so many of those memories and adventures I had and even more since I can camp off it. Keep us posted on your goals with your bike and thanks for the sub. Every comment and watch we get helps out little channel more than I can say, so thank you so much for that. I hope you have a blessed week. dale

[@grootsgracemission]

@@Heartlanddualsport I don’t intend to ride the KLR in traffic to much, I have a Harley for that. I was born in Namibia, raised in a Yamaha AG200, it had the same problem with doing speed limits, but it took me places no Harley could take me today. The KLR will do the same. Take me places humans can’t bother me, unless they ride a KLR.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

@@grootsgracemission I so agree my friend, it will do that and you will enjoy it along the way. Good times I tell ya. Thanks again and I Hope you have a blessed weekend. Dale

[@martycech5844]

Another excellent video #Heartlanddualsport… your Audio is very good. I am bike-less at this moment. KLR650 will be my next bike. I am 59 and learned looooooong ago that good quality suspension front and rear pays for itself every time you hit a bump! Just say’n. Keep up the good work. I look forward to your videos!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Yes sir, I so agree, The older gens suspension was not nearly what this is from the factory and I am pleased to say it is much much better than previous gens and again, like you mentioned, if it isn't working for you, having a suspension shop match your weight and riding style and having it done right with the correct sag for your riding it not that expensive and worth every penny spent on it. Thank you and I hope you have a blessed week. Dale

[@LongRider47]

Nice informative video and the audio is just fine. I totally get the fixed income. Same here. Simply do the best we can with what we have. I’m in the search mode for luggage. Too many options lol. I need that mod ASAP. Just want to buy one set one time. Not like I’ve done in the past. Looking forward to more videos. Well done Dale.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you for the feed back on the audio, I am trying like crazy. Yes sir, I will say this, I didn't mention it in the video, I do have a set of the tusk brand soft luggage as well. I can say for the money, they are a nice set. It's a long story on the Mosko Moto luggage, but in short at the time I ordered the tusk, my mosko set was missing in action and have now been recovered. The tusk is a hair smaller, however, tons smaller on the price difference. If I had to buy a set now on my income, it would probably me the tusk, I love the mosko moto stuff, but it is premium pricing with it as well. I hope this helps on a possible solution and I should probably do a video on the tusk along with how I had them mounted to the bike. I used them on my trip to the east coast and or both trips last year, with out going back and watching the videos, I don't this I had the mosko back until later in the summer. Again, thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed weekend. Dale

[@LongRider47]

@@Heartlanddualsport I’ve been looking at the Tusk as well. For me smaller is better. If not I’ll fill the extra space with misc junk I really don’t have to have. Check your IG messages by the way. Sent you one.

[@vironpayne3405]

I looked at the Tusk Excursion and just ordered the Rinowalk 14Lx2ea. Hopefully they'll last a few years. At least long enough to checkout solo motocamping. My last camping trip was car camping at St Andrews passage Florida to shore scuba dive the passage. Camping was fine. The dive was a bust due to vizibility.

[@LongRider47]

@@vironpayne3405 I’m also looking at Rhinowalk bags. For now a top box and a 3 day assault pack work .

[@jjyost77]

Great video as always Dale! My seat concept had to be my favorite addition. I recently installed bar risers, tusk pegs and shifter. Haven't got to ride yet but it feels good. I have some heated grips to install now. I really want to get a gps but need riding gear. It never ends! Take care.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

I know I would enjoy the seat concepts seat as well. Like you there is always something that may need the money, so it's always a choice. I so agree with that. I am lucky I still have my riding Gear from previous bikes and I am probably the only KLR rider in the US riding with Africa Twin jacke3t and pants hahaha, Cost too much to buy another set. Thanks again for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed weekend. Dale

[@vironpayne3405]

Which seat did you get? I've been eyeballing the commuter.

[@jjyost77]

@@vironpayne3405 I have the commuter

[@ivanhamlyn]

I've just newly subscribed to your channel, great videos and the audio is perfect

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you so much for the kind words as well as the sub, it is greatly appreciated my friend. Thank you and welcome to the channel. If I can ever help in any way, please feel free to reach out. I Hope you have a blessed weekend. dale

[@ivanhamlyn]

@Heartland Dual Sport thank you so much I think I'm gonna have a great weekend I'm going to pickup my new to me 2009 klr 650

[@joebiker5992]

So far, I have added the tusk flush mount drain plug, IMS pegs, shifter, ricochet bash plate, tusk crash bars, bar risers, different bars, d-flex hand gaurds, and a bunch of luggage. I'd hafta say my tusk tank bag is my favorite addition. I got a bunch more stuff I wanna buy tho. Just like owning a harley lol... only cheaper and more reliable

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Yes sir, I should have mentioned the low oil plug at the start, it's been so long since I did the initial oil change, I totally forgot about it until I was doing the upload. OOOPs, Agreed, first important mod especially if you're riding off main roads at all. Thank you for taking the time to share your favorite mods and comment. It truly helps so many folks who come back and read the comments, so thank you for the t as well. I do run a tank back on long runs, agreed, it's a great little helper when making long rides. Thanks again and I hope you have a blessed weekend. Dale

[@joebiker5992]

@Heartland Dual Sport and you as well my friend!! God bless!

[@DR650SDirtRoadRider]

I enjoy your videos, thanks for sharing.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you so very much my friend. I truly appreciate the kind words. I hope you have a blessed weekend Dale.

[@jasondoughty8211]

Great video Dale! It’s probably too early for me to list a favorite mod, but the seat on the S model was pretty bad. I added a Seat Concepts and it made a world of difference for me. I think a Heartland Dual Sport sticker might be my next mod😉! Stay safe my friend.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

The seat concepts keeps coming up, maybe one day I can do a full review on it as well. Everyone who has one loves them, so it's good to hear another vote for it. Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and comment. It helps our little channel way more than I can say, so thank you for that as well. If you want a sticker, I would love to send you one, send me your address and I will get it mailed out to you, you can go through the website contact me, send me your address and I will get it mailed out. Thanks again for your support and I hope you have a blessed weekend. dale

[@vironpayne3405]

Which seat did you get? I've been eyeballing the commuter.

[@robertgullickson8758]

Your audio is great today! Thank you for not using music over voice. It is hard to hear voices clearly with music playing in the background. And i appreciate your choice of hyway pegs. More money spent does not mean more fun on the trail.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you so so much for th remind words sir. I am trying to make them fun and make the audio as best as I can as well. I so agree on the music in the back ground. I have ran into issues with it myself so I get it. Thank you, the pe3gs work for the little cost invested in them and as always, I should have said it in the video, lock site those silly things down or you will wish you had hahah. I forgot to mention that as well. Thanks again for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed weekend. Dale

[@loriendastafford1760]

Your videos are great!! Some watch only to criticize so don't pay them much attention

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you so much for the kind words and the feed back. It truly helps and is a great way to wake up this morning, so thank you for that.. I hope you have a blessed weekend. Dale

[@kenmcelroy7250]

Thanks Dale great video.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

You are very welcome my friend. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed week. Dale

[@kenmcelroy7250]

@@Heartlanddualsport Dale, when you put new tires on do you change out you chain and sprockets?

[@SandyRobertson-we8iu]

I replaced the dog bone connectors on the rear suspension on my KLR and it dropped the rear seat height about an inch and a half I had to bend the side stand to get a safe lean angle while on the side stand. The modification made no effect to the handling of the bike but still only made getting on and off the bike only slightly better. I know a lot of riders use the side stand to climb on the bike but I am very heavy and fear breaking the stand off. I am using a foldup step on a rope which works well but I have to pack it in and out of a backpack Old age is starting to push high backed motorcycles out of my range

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and share your favorite mod with us as well. That is a greta idea and I know others will read this and think the same thing. So thank you so much for taking the time to share this with us all. I also want to thank you for being active with out channel, it truly helps our little channel out more than I can say, so thank you for that as well. Yes, I understand, I am not there yet, but I know eventually time catches up with all of us and I have a few more aches and pains the older I get it and I know I won't be able to ride for another 40 years, I am happy to share the time with my bike while I still can and I do cherish that time as well. Thank you and I hope you can get out and ride some. thank you and have a blessed weekend Dale

[@MuzzleMike]

This is "KZbin" not "Pro tube" I do not understand people. Your audio sounds good ! I have an 09 KLR and mostly everything I go on the low cost side . Do to a fixed income. The bike has never been down for anything I could not fix . It also never complained. So the Shinko rubber and low cost pads work good as long as they do what they should be doing. My fork brace was only about $50. .

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you for the kind words sir, I am trying. I don't do a lot of vlogs, because the helmet mic set up, I don't care for the audio it has, so I do a lot more narration like this vide on purpose because to me its bette audio. I completely understand the fixed income. I am as well, so I get it. I have heard good things about those tires. I will also say sorry for th delay, I should have answered yesterday and I got side tracked. Thanks so much for your support of watching and commenting it helps out little channel out more than I can say, so thank you for that and I hope you have a blessed week Dale

[@michaelpatterson6678]

Nice setup. What are your thoughts on the new KLR S model?

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Im excited to see them bring it to life. I think it will be the perfect bike. Your average rider who is doing basic ADV does not need the ground clearance the KLR has, so an inch less and it opens the doors to so many more riders, I think it's awesome. If I didn't have the one I have, I may well look at it, as I get older, throwing my leg over a tall bikes seems more like a chore haha. I love my bike, and I am right at 6 foot tall, However, I think the S is a greta option and I am so happy they made it. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed weekend. Dale

[@TheHortond]

I got the TPM tire pressure monitor thing for my Yamaha because I thought the front tire was going flat. Turns out when I got it and tried to put it on I noticed someone sliced up my valve stem. So yeah it was going flat. I ended up putting the TPM on my KLR. I got another one for my zx10r. Really nice to have and its rechargeable. Not easy to charge but it last a long time on a single charge. Or since its not in use it stays charged. Its been months during the winter and its still working. Even in sub zero weather.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you for taking the time to share this with us all. It truly helps our little channel out as well as other viewers. I so agree, this deal Is a gam endanger and a safety device. I hate to hear your bike was messed with that is not cool at all but I am glad you was able to track it down and get it fixed before anyone got hurt. Thanks again for taking the time to watch and comment and know it is appreciated. I hope you have a blessed weekend. Dale

[@TheHortond]

@@Heartlanddualsport I'm so lazy this time of year. I haven't even got the valve stem fixed.

[@TheHortond]

@@Heartlanddualsport Its a no brainer when they cost $30 on ebay. Put it on your watch list though. The seller will offer you a lower price after awhile since you showed interest in it. But its a conversation starter too. People always ask me what it is.

[@briank6211]

Love your channel!!!! What are your thoughts on the Do-hicky and spring upgrade, is it needed ???

[@Heartlanddualsport]

FIrst, I will start with this, thank you so much kind sir. I truly appreciate the kind words. Since you asked, I have no intentions of messing with either. I will go onto say, lots of folks do those videos because they will get a ton of reviews. I like to save my money when I can and make adventure videos, even if they won't get the views of some of the mods. I will go onto say, my Gen 2, I bought all the tools and stuff to change it. I cracked the case on that bike with over 10,000 miles, clutch was shot etc. I figure let's do it all. Gen two, the actual doohickey was already upgraded from the previous version and I couldn't tell you if the one that is being sold as the cure all fix all was the same or not, but they looked the same. The spring on the other hand, it is possible, that it could be made better yes, however it was still working as it should. I have seen and heard all the stuff many others have and I have come to this conclusion, I am not messing with it. I would rather go ride. I sure wouldn't do it while the bike was under warranty. I hope this helps and again, I appreciate the kind words. I hope you have a blessed week. Dale

[@briank6211]

@@Heartlanddualsport Dale, thanks for your response. I was going to pull the trigger on a 2022 KLR 650 last week then I started seeing all the videos on the doohickey. I think I will purchase one this week regardless of other’s options and reassess just before warranty is up. I truly appreciate your input, thank you. I am in Colorado, next time you are out this way look me up. Stay safe!

[@Heartlanddualsport]

@@briank6211 Any time my friend,. I would not hesitate at all on buying one. I love mine, it is a fun bike especially for the money. I hope to be in New Mexico mid June, maybe able to ride up there as well. Thanks again and have a blessed week. Keep us posted. Dale

[@ljack383]

Hi Dale, Great videos. Regarding the tyre pressure monitor... At what tyre pressure would a blow out happen? Also does the monitor's valve dust cap/sensor risk air leakage from the tyre's valve?

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Great questions. I don’t know on the blow out. I know I would not want it to happen. Air leaking. I have not had that issue. I suppose it could but mine has not. You can tighten it down and it appears to be air tight. I’m do at I have not out air in my tires in months and still Holding the 31 pounds. So it must not leak. Thanks for taking the time to watch and I hope you have a blessed weekend. If I get a vet solid answer in the blow out I will let you know. Dale.

[@ktlcustoms3847]

07’KLR650 Best mod was the Rekluse clutch and suspention upgrade.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

oh wow, I had no idea ReKluse was making them for the KLR, I can see that being an awesome upgrade as well as the suspension. Thanks for taking the time to watch and share this with us all. I hope you have a blessed week my friend. Dale

[@ktlcustoms3847]

@@Heartlanddualsport its a nice mod for sure, Not cheap. It is worth it if you have hand fatigue from clutch pull.

[@MarkGodown]

I know KLR guys spending $$ on fork mods to stiffening up their front ends. What I do is install shraider valves (air valves) to my caps. You will have infinite adj.from 0=35 lbs.my dealer charged me 34$ each verses $150+ for shorter springs and the trouble putting them in, , just drill and tap, with an air pump,no tool needed.8=10 psi.dont go more than 35 psi, and your seals will be fine !

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and comment. I hope you have a blessed weekend. Dale.

[@Eric19781]

Sargent seat best mod

[@Heartlanddualsport]

I bet it is, its out of my price range, I may one day have one, thank you for sharing and I hope you have a blessed weekend. Dale

[@travisstone950]

What are the leather looking accents you have on your gas tank and handle bars?

[@Heartlanddualsport]

It is a gas tank cover I made, as well as the bar cover. I have been asked about it quite a bit. I make make a couple of them and try to sell them but for the time being, I am just doing test on mine to make sure it will work out ok prior to trying to sell them. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed week. Dale

[@ronaldprince435]

Since I am a shorter dude 5 f 8 would it be better for em to buy the s a d add the adventure stuff to it or buy the adventure a d lower it?

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you so much for this question and It may well be a video I will do later on as well. Here is my thoughts. The S from the factory will have the correct geometry. So in short, I know the lowering kits have been around for a really long time. I am not knocking them, I just think there could be some peace of mind knowing it's done eight from the factory and matching the front end with the lowered rear shock. I was not aware you could not get the adventure model in the S series, so that makes it an even more interesting question. I would really have to think about that for a few minutes,, To me the advantage of the adventure series is a sweet spot to be in from the factory as well. I may well do the lowering kit and match the front by adjusting the front end to match. I truly appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment and I hope this helps somewhat. I know in the end you will need to decide what's best for you, and I get it. I wish I had a better answer. Again, I think even if we did a video, there would be some many answers it could still be a potentially tough answer for everyone. Thanks again and I hope you have a blessed weekend. Dale

[@ronaldprince435]

@@Heartlanddualsport thank you for your reply as of yet there isn't an adventure s. That's why I had the question. Of should I make a s into an adventure set up or lower and adventure. But looking more into it the s may be better because as ya said it's done right from the factory and all geometry is correct. Even if the cost is more to add the lights USB plugs and bags

[@vironpayne3405]

I pretend to be taller. At 5'8" a KLR hones you balancing skills to be cat like. I dropped my first 08 KLR 3X the first two weeks. I dropped my 2018 one time after about six months. I was getting over confident at lugging the engine a bit to hear the pop of the exhaust and stalled the bike making a righthand turn at a light. I was in 2nd gear and there was a dip in the road so no chance of recovery with a 29in imseam. Thank God for crashbars.

[@TheSethxy]

Thermo Bob with temp gage and tachometer Enduro Skid plate Iridium spark plug Eagle mike low profile magnetic oil bolt Eagle mike fork brace UNI air filter Ram phone mount 16 tooth front sprocket Seat concepts low commuter

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Oh wow, you have gone to work on yours, how fun is that. Thank you so much for taking the time to watch and comment. It truly helps our little channel out more than I can say, so thank you so much and I hope you have a blessed weekend. Enjoy my friend. Dale

[@jeffkephart8872]

Nothing wrong people r people

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Agreed. We just try to have fun here. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment and I hope you have a blessed weekend. Dale.

[@My17A]

Nice content Dale. Great work. Keep it up. 👌

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you so much. Thank you for taking the time to not o it watch but comment as well. It truly helps our little channel. So thank you so much. I hope you have a blessed weekend. Dale.

[@mr00ks]

This is what I say that if they complain about you video quality or sound let them buy you the equipment they think you need other than that tell them to go SUCK IT. Now for the luggage I use 3 pelican storm cases model IM2700 for food & cooking equipment I use model IM2400 storm case. On the trails I have hartland soft bags but use the IM2400 for food to keep dry and 1 IM2700 for my tent sleeping bag etc. also to keep dry. I can send pictures of my setup if you want.

[@Heartlanddualsport]

Thank you so very much for the kind words my friend. It is truly appreciated. I hope you have a blessed weekend. Stay safe and see you on the road my friend. Dale.