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[@turdferguson2863]

After years and years of riding other people's KLRs I'm finally an owner! Going back watching all the old vids and loving the journey from when I first subbed to today

[@bobsullivan5714]

I can't find anything not to like about your videos. And I am a born critic! I would be willing to bet that you are a excellent teacher.

[@eveRide]

Thank you so much for the complement! It totally made my day Bob :)

[@andymehrer457]

man. thanks for still having this up! this is why i bought my "first" klr.

[@ColoradoDualSport]

For the price that is a formidable bike! I love it! I can tell that you learned a few lessons from this beta model and you have come a long way on your DCAM journey. Very well done Mr.eveRide!

[@eveRide]

Man after the Misters got done with the Widow I really haven't had a need to put other farkles on her... I haven't been much of a DCAM guy lately! :)

[@eveRide]

Thanks so much man! This one is an oldie for sure! One of my first videos :) Glad you enjoyed it!

[@1garry499]

Adventure riding is in my blood. I grew up in the 70s when my uncles would be heading out on Can-Am 175s and DT 250s for weeks at a time. I bought my first bike (1977 Yamaha DT 100 )with paper route money for 250 bucks and started worki33ng on it in the back yard immediatly. When it was rideable, it was a small gas can strapped to the back fender and a large back pack and off I went. No plan, just gas, beans and some camping gear. I was 13. My point is, anyone can do this on a budget. Desire and a little planning is all you need. All bikes are good bikes. Something lighter is better if your planning off-road, start with a dual sport and your laughing. Having owned a KLR and have gone on group adventure rides, there is no better mule on the planet if your gonna get dirty. Duct tape, rabbit wire, some gum and a beer in that tool case is all you need to fix a KLR trailside, and someone in your group may have some vise grips to help out. Your out of luck when your KTMs Injection goes haywire on you in the middle of nowhere. ( true story ). A used KLR will probibly come with lots of aftermarket already on it, the dookicky done, etc. You will have to endure a story or two from its former owner but thats ok... Get some bugs in your teeth. Make some friends. Budget bikes are everywhere. Loved this Video.

[@caharkness]

One hell of a comment, thanks Garry! Gives me the extra motivation to get out and explore this world.

[@michaelschmidt4618]

I used to own can-am's and dt 250's and rt 360,s,I went from Michigan to sandaigo cal on them

[@eveRide]

Right on, man! Seriously in this case inexpensive doesn't mean bad. When I rode with Halfthrottle a while ago we talked about motorcycle costs for a long time. One BMW GS1200 = a KLR 650 for you and three friends, plus money left over for a big trip. The nasty little farkles on this bike have all held up drop after drop, rain, snow, and mud. I'm a bit of a terrible owner and I'm hard on the bike, but it has never let me down and even saved my life when it counted.

[@eveRide]

@sgffire Hey man, seriously, for the price the KLR can't be beat. It also caters to a demographic that doesn't have a lot of money, so the DIY community is always coming up with cheap mods. Thanks for the encouragement! I'll keep 'em coming!

[@TheDamnSpot]

@eveRideorg I'm also getting my degree, running 2 family businesses, dealing with clients and trying to find money and time to do the whole vlog thing - so I know how you feel. All I can say is that one vlog a month is better than none... Congrats on the baby girl btw, you're a lucky man!

[@eveRide]

A KLR will ride as nice or as not-nice as you like. Some people don't like the stock seat-- I personally think it's just fine. The riding position gets to your lower back at times, but it's nice because you can stand to rest. When standing, the handlebars are a bit lower so you'll need to bend the knees. Like I said it's a tall bike so it's difficult to handle slow if you're under about 5' 10".

[@eveRide]

One of these days we're going to have to have a big international ride with all the ghetto KLRs out there and a few super-nice BMWs and KTMs. My guess is that all the bikes will make it just the same. Glad to inspire!

[@eveRide]

I painted with Krylon Fusion and Truck Bed liner. Both have held up well, but they aren't invincible when you crash. After three years they are both holding up very well without cracks except for places where it has been pretty scratched by bad crashes. Even then, you just get another can and spray the places that get scratched! :)

[@rhllnm]

eveRide is my go to dude. Thanks for all the info. I am now a locked in RMATV customer, great place for parts and other stuff. Still rocking my 2007 KLR.

[@eveRide]

Thanks for the comment and encouragement man. I'm kindof the obsessive-bargain-hunter-type so I figure this stuff might be useful to guys like me who want to get into adventure motorcycling but don't have a lot of cash.

[@Jrileymoto]

Love all your videos! I am in college to become a teacher right now and you are really inspiring! Thanks for what you do!

[@jonathanbritcher9257]

Dude I just bought a '95 and did the same paint job. I had seen a few of the camo paint jobs as inspiration but hadn't seen yours. And I mean I did THE SAME. I even did the radiator/coolant cover plates black with the khaki insert. Which I thought was unique since a lot of people paint them to match the other plastics. Only difference is I did sand instead of khaki. rustoleum truck bed on the tank to boot. AWESOME!

[@eveRide]

She's had a few additions and a few crashes... it's all very zen.

[@eveRide]

Speed: It certainly doesn't have the blistering acceleration of a street bike. In fact, when I test drove mine, I called it "A Tractor" because it's geared so low. But it's not really a slouch, either. Purpose-built, smaller dirt bikes have more speed off the line; bigger, purpose-built cruisers have power above 60mph. The KLR is a bike that does nothing perfectly, but everything well-enough. I'm usually in 5th going 40-80. I haven't gone faster than 85, and haven't tried. I've got kids :)

[@steferfootballdude13]

Three months late, but the best bang for the buck I know of is progressive springs in the front for about 80-90 dollars, and a rear spring upgrade for about 75. I am planning on doing this in the future, so I can't comment on results yet, but I think the results will be as good as possible without doing a shock rebuild or replacement for $400+. The KLR is designed for a 155 lb rider (w/ gear) so the rear shock is kinda underpowered. Contact me if you want details.

[@eveRide]

@MetalHeadKLR650 The tank bags are okay if you scoot back on a seat a bit. I don't even notice them anymore. However, riding 2up is super uncomfortable with the bags. They're actually a bit nice for winter riding because they block the wind from your knees.

[@Elviajedelcaracol]

I love how you see your KLR. thanks for sharing with us your toy ...

[@eveRide]

Milton Buitrago Thanks! I've still got this bike and still love it :)

[@DARIVSARCHITECTVS]

Wow.. what a FANTASTIC fix-up job for a great dual sport bike! Even my BMW R1150GS Adventure is a tad jealous of this slimmer, more responsive trail beast! CONGRATS!

[@eveRide]

Still, the 1150 GS is a fantastic and comfortable buke!

[@eveRide]

*bike. I'm on the phone lol... darn thumb keyboards!

[@DARIVSARCHITECTVS]

eveRide ADV comfortable puke ? LOL! No worries. I can't type while talking either. . .

[@Gpzlindy63]

Great video! I have an 01, got it for $900, I have put another $600 into it so far. I like your mods and think I will copy of few of them. I just added a Garmin Nuvi 1250. ( re manufactured from Tiger direct $79. Handle bar clamp E bay $8.00, aux power port local auto parts store $12.00) thanks for video

[@eveRide]

@ghotioutofh2o The funny thing about the 4 corners is that I live in Utah, yet I've never been to the 4 corners. Also, I feel cool because you're one of my youtube celebrity heroes. I'm kinda star struck that you like the bike. With the switch, I actually moved it to the top of the speedo and attached it with some 3m dual lock. The wires just weren't long enough to feel comfortable turning the bars all the way, so moving the switch close fixed several problems. Thx for the comment!

[@GenLinkzCnC]

Haha man you are my hero. Turned a old beater into a badass cycle and on a budget that's in my area of spending. My '06 with 4.5kmi was $2900.00 so just starting out I broke your bank but I am going to have to pretty much copy your bike down to the harbor freight welding rod holder. Hope you don't mind! :D

[@YashaMishael]

Half of a half gallon milk jug spray painted to match the bike makes good wind guards for your hands.

[@ianfay1995]

Pretty cool to see stuff from way back

[@eveRide]

ian fay Ah yeah... WAYYYYY back!

[@stuarthenry7369]

Hey man your the best, Your description including all the links for all the gear is huge help. +1 sub

[@eveRide]

That is seriously a great idea! Did you see the laundry bin lid video? It's nice to have some wind protection, and doubly nice when you're riding through the bush.

[@eveRide]

I love Kydex! I ended up going with some garbage can lids, funny enough. They worked really well! Eventually a bad crash made me get some Tusk handguards, though.

[@WelcomeToMyDream]

Subbed because I didn't get a KLR650 to go spend $5k on extras! Very cool video, thanks!

[@eveRide]

Exactly! You're doing it right then! :D

[@eveRide]

They really are fantastic bikes! They would be the official bikes of the Apocalypse if the four horsemen weren't already riding them :)

[@eveRide]

That Scotchprint idea is awesome! Make sure to upload a video when it's done so I can see!

[@Shandaniak]

Although this is 3 yr old video, you are my idol xD You managed to take all cheap parts to funcion on relativly cheap bike... cheap ride :)

[@eveRide]

Leo Milosev We've got the cheap bike back and we're going to take it on a cheap ride again! Dirt-cheap for the win!

[@Shandaniak]

As I am driving my bicycle for almost 10yr around town, seeing my country, exploring, I always knew one day I'm gonna get a motorcycle. I did like old bikes as CB 500 and Fazer but seeing what you did here, and what you did on your rides, I was blown by idea. So, thaks for inspiration, and keep doing good work :)

[@ghotioutofh2o]

@eveRideorg Thanks! I never thought I would be a celebrity. I was talking about the outer 4 corners, though: Lubec, ME, Key West, FL, Border Field State Park, CA (just south of San Diego), and Neah Bay, WA).

[@skel8484]

Right on all in for $2500. Looking to do the same but 250cc as insurance here depends on displacement and it jumps pretty quick.

[@RW1LD]

@HuevasSudadas the suspension sinks to no end lol, i have 2002 klr650 and if you are heavy on the front brakes... it just sinks... and sink....and sinks. However, i found that if you balance yourself for that sort of braking, you can come out ok and it isnt too bad. the front wheel has anti-lock braking, saved my life once in a hard brake situation.

[@eveRide]

@TheDamnSpot Yeah that's the ironic thing. One of the reasons I became a teacher was so I could have summers off to do just that-- adventure. However, my school right now is year-round, I'm getting a master's degree which requires me to be home, and I've got a baby girl coming in a week. Don't get me wrong, life is awesome. Busy, but awesome. For now, I might just post more DIY and local adventures like the KLR zen vid. I'm going to edit and post a how-to on the heated grips and guards today.

[@shaokem]

you could try a thick gauge KYDEX for the hand guards. Kydex is used to make knife sheaths and handgun holsters. It's heat formed and has great memory. tough stuff, and you can get a few sheets of it in many colors for pretty cheap.

[@mattjohnsontime]

great channel man ... thx. Been shopping DR's XR's and KLR's ... great info here

[@CaliforniaDualSportRiders]

It's cool to see you talking about stopping teaching and allowing your bike to take you around the world this long ago... 7:45. Who'd a thought, right?!

[@eveRide]

California Dual Sport Riders Whoa... that's crazy!

[@navythomas8]

I'm Currently testing the Michelin T-63's Tires, very cheap price wise and the are holding up really well so for but only 500 miles on em.

[@arikpeterson6260]

Great to see how fare you’ve come on your videos.

[@eveRide]

Hey thanks Jriley! Hopefully the teaching job market is good where you're at. I can't find a teaching job for the life of me. Then again, where one door shuts, another opens. Unless you're in prison... but that's not how the analogy goes.

[@eveRide]

Good questions! I'll do my best to answer them. You can also find a TON of info on the forums... thumpertalk, klr650 dot net, advrider, etc. Turning sharp, like on any bike, depends on the skill level of the rider. This is a big, tall bike and when I started on it I had a hard time turning. Now, though, I can make a turn in about 2x the length of the bike.

[@tangledline]

Thanks for this info. All your research helps us guys with the KLRs-it helped me for sure. Thanks

[@cybrnathan]

You are friggin McGyvor my man. Awesome!!

[@Hapfletcher]

I'm really diggin the front tank saddle bags, but they are not offered anywhere anymore..........unless you have seen then

[@ghotioutofh2o]

Your bike is alive and bleeding! Great setup. You are definitely ready for around the world with that bike. I just took mine around the US to the 4 corners and places in between. Almost 14,000 with no major problems. Question: have you done the doo? Suggestion: for switches on the black plastic piece behind the head light, it works pretty well if you have the switches vertical. There's lots more space going down than forward. :-)

[@jonbaker7370]

Time to start riding, enjoy.

[@Orf45]

What fun. I really enjoy your videos. Keep up the good work!

[@jerber1961]

Very nice!........ Happy riding..........

[@mikewalls13]

Awesome man!!! Love watching

[@haileysmemories1576]

If KLRs existed in 1849, you’d make some gold miners very envious. It looks like a ‘49ers pack mule! You just need a slosh pan hanging off the side.

[@phillswanson5157]

I was planning on getting a cfr250l but I found an awesome deal on a DR650... planning on doing similar mods to what you've done. What are the fenders etc painted with? I've heard there can be problems with the paint cracking etc with the plastics bend...?

[@HDeverythingSD]

hey everide, what size is that cargo net? small, medium, or large? also on another video you had a small bag there, can you tell me which bag you used? I like the look it gives the klr those two things give it.

[@sgffire]

I've been watching you and you have inspired me to buy one and do the same. Thanks for your videos and hope to see more.

[@albion2742]

Very well done ,enjoy it.

[@screaminsal]

I like it! I hope you get to come down here to ride sometime, or plan on attending The Flying Monkey Adventure Rally!

[@eveRide]

screaminsal Sounds awesome just from the name! Where are you at?

[@hadrianhaine5204]

i know this is a very old video but how did you find the K270?, i have one on the rear of my Honda XLR250R, i find its fine on the road and gravel but (probably not a issue for for you in the desert) but it can find traction in mud or grass and rubbish in forestry trails and fire breaks, i was wondering is this still the same on a heavier bike?

[@RODG4130]

great job and super helpful for the working man

[@eveRide]

Oh man if you liked this you're going to LOVE the upcoming series. It's all about big adventures on inexpensive bikes. Money shouldn't be a barrier to adventure!

[@danny55531]

Do you have a video on what you should take on a motorcycle road trip??

[@kaba9995]

Hopefully that zip tie breaks before the hose you connected it to when you pull that bag across something.

[@danielwilliamson9341]

can u plz anser these three questions can u turn sharp and is it a very nice ride and does it go fast

[@CajunGreenMan]

You used worm-gear hose clamps on the tool tube. Has that worked out well since then please? Looks a little frail, but if it works, you can't argue with success! Thanks!

[@eveRide]

+Jeff Cobb Oh man those hose clamps have lasted forever and ever! The tool tube itself... not so much (I lost the cap :)

[@AlanTrades]

You didn't need the stock bar end weights?

[@johathanbelky4774]

need a fake rino horn on that fairing! i found a fox skull the other day...its going on my fender or fairing. lol

[@smartacus88]

KLR650 VS DR650 And... GO!

[@jessiereeves3513]

I know you use a dr 400 now but what is the best things u can say about the relabeled about the klr,i had some problems with my klr whin i owned one but i love it but im looking to find a world traveler bike and would like to know what u would recommend for a hard core travel tip for the klr an what could help with longest life of the KLR. thanks and safe riding

[@eveRide]

+jessie reeves Hi Jessie, sorry to get back late! I haven't done any long world trips so I really wouldn't know which bike to recommend. I think the KLR would be a good choice, though. I took a KLR from Canada to Mexico and it was rock-solid the whole time. I think it would be a good choice for a RTW bike.

[@rhllnm]

I have a KLR, 58,000 miles, no real problems. Headed to Mexico for the Baja in November 2017. I think Suzuki DR 650 would be a good choice - no doohicky, no radiator, about 50 lbs. lighter. I almost got an aircooled BMW twin long ago. I do like it's aircooled engine, drive shaft and low center of gravity. Hard to find. My latest facination is the Himalyan by Royal Enfield. Light weight is important when you are alone in the middle of nowhere.

[@eveRide]

@sgffire Hey thanks man! Truthfully I never thought I could get a bike that I loved so much for so little.

[@safoxmulder]

How many miles did it have on it when you purchased?

[@TomtheS_AI]

What gear did you buy for that cheap?! I want to do exactly what you did. Everything super cheap. How much was the actual bike, etc.

[@eveRide]

Unfortunately the prices have changed dramatically since I released this video. I put up a Dirt Cheap Adventure Motorcycling Series on my Channel that should help out a lot! kzbin.info/aero/PL9H73LRGGy6X5ac0zilScew7lKMMwiTeq

[@realcolbyadams]

Tyler she was a beauty do you still have her? WOW

[@ironmanh8sall]

Sweet!

[@jamesmziegler]

Sure you got enough storage?

[@bluewolfoverland]

Is the KLR a comfortable two up bike?...I`m 6ft My wife is 5`3"...We will mainly be riding back roads and will make long trips across the country...Everyone tells me BMW but don`t want the maintenance cost...What do you think?

[@paulariniello1910]

It rides fine 2up, but the stock seat is just awful. She can't do more than than 30mi before she has to get off.

[@bluewolfoverland]

What seat would you recommend ?

[@paulariniello1910]

+Glenn Polley Haven't tried anything else yet.

[@bluewolfoverland]

Cool

[@brandondannys-menary3678]

should I get a dr650 or a klr??? I'm gonna be doing 50/50 maybe 60/40 off road on road, it really might all change but it's gonna be a commuter for school and work

[@eveRide]

+Danny Menary Ah man that's a tough call! I'd prefer the DR for more dirt, and the KLR for more road. Both are great bikes!

[@TheDamnSpot]

So what about some adventure vlogs?

[@MrFalloffalot]

While searching for Mods for my XT600, i thought "i know that name?" Gday eveRide, Nice Vlog. Havent subbed b4, but seen ya on Motovlog. (+1Sub now) Well i know myself a little better now, Ima Getto man!! Allways thort i was just a 'Tight-Ass' lol. Nothing i love best, than to Copy/create something for next to nothing in price. Nice mods their eveRide. Try out my 'Crash-bars' made from lawn mower&golf cart bits? Cheers >:)

[@eveRide]

Your name should be my name :D Yeah man you gotta love the cheap mods! I think it's a bit of a slap in the face when every farkle costs 10x what it's really worth just because you put it on a motorcycle. I'll go the cheap route every time!

[@eveRide]

@ghotioutofh2o Whoa! Please tell me you got some adventure footage :)

[@PRTEVYBMW]

Ride on Brother..... Cheers;)

[@dezgra5556]

Sweet! What can I say.

[@RoscoRide]

Nice video...

[@linkavitchC]

badass

[@EyesOfEden777]

amazing thanks

[@eveRide]

+Aaron Bullock Very welcome! Thanks for the kindness :)

[@EyesOfEden777]

+eveRide ADV if im in utah in future id love to ride with ya. first id need to build a bike. now im in Israel then off to visit family in fort collins for a week. finally back to hawaii to fix mopeds

[@2manysigns]

Love it

[@eveRide]

@HuevasSudadas You know I'm kindof a KLR novice at this point, so I haven't ridden much else to compare the suspension with. For my needs, the suspension seems good.

[@jimmyofensburg556]

oh eve ride how much youve grown

[@eveRide]

I'm a teacher, so yeah, pretty much. :)

[@salimufari]

2l or 1l bottle hand guards ftw.

[@javankuusisto6614]

I feel like instead of 3 people it's a little closer to 58,000

[@MrMambott]

That's great work lol , but I wouldn't have gone the cheap on a helmet ,, if it fits your head firm when bought it should continue to fit your head firm , Any helmet cheaper than $150 AUS , I would steer clear of ,, I thought mine was cheap on special for $280

[@eveRide]

+Steve O'Hare Yeah, looking back that helmet wasn't a good decision. I now enjoy riding with the AFX. It's a little more expensive, but still relatively inexpensive compared to most, and has held up a lot better.

[@CruzinWithScubz]

Very nice mate. +1 sub :)

[@TheNutzandBoltz]

Wow, a $50 helmet. I'll keep my comment to myself on that one. For me, my cognition is a little more precious. Nice work on the vid sin the bargain brain bucket.

[@starsunderer]

I am number 42,669 :D

[@damianharris691]

This is sad XD

[@stixs2005]

you're homeless aren't you?

[@Boot2yourHead]

at 2:40 could you use a 3 or 4 inch diameter piece of pvc pipe cut in half and an end cap? it would be strong and you could paint it to match the bike.

[@eveRide]

That's not a bad idea! I actually ended up using a garbage can lid to do just that! o#o How to mod wind/ hand guards from bin lids on a KLR 650 (Tusk guards)