DONT Take Your KLR Off Road Until You See This!

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[@saintsfisherman]

This was one of the main videos that helped me make the decision for a KLR, over all the rest of the motorcycles out there. I have had it for 3 years now. It has been amazing on the road. I am just now getting as good as these riders in this video, off road. And I just finished an hour and a half ride in 50 degree rain and it did great there too. I was suffering, but the bike did amazing, from 10mph on the trails, and 75mph on the highway home in the rain. In case this helps any of your viewers, (because these were the questions I had, 3 years ago): I am 39years old. I drove a harley for 11 years and this was my first off road bike ever. I am 6 ft and was 285lbs and now 225lbs It handled me while I was fat and now... that I am.... not as fat. That includes highway speed and tight trails. I put a 12 dollar Plano box on the back and still love it. The only upgrade I have made is the KLR Dash and it is amazing on the highway and looks awesome everywhere. I use the RAM phone mounts and it has never dropped my phone. I have dropped my bike 4 to 6 times (off road) and my phone has never moved I get 38mpg at 70mph which is about 5000 to 5300rpms I get 45 to 48 mpg if I am in 5th and going 55mph for long periods of time I just fill up before 200 miles on the tank and have never run out of gas. The stock rear tire sucked on and off road. It had no traction off road, and it wore down very fast in the first year of driving. I upgraded to a Mitas E-07 130/80B17 for the rear and a Michelin Anakee wild 90/90-21 for the front. (I hope i got those numbers right.) They both look amazing and do great on and off road. I can do everything in this video and they still look new after 2 years of driving on both of them. I look forward to getting some panniers but am scared that I am going to get them caught on a tree or stump while trail riding so haven't done it yet. I hope this helps someone out there. This video helped me and I would love to know I helped the guy that helped me find a dream motorcycle for myself and my family. My wife ended up getting a DR650 after I got this and I owe it all to Swanky Cat, and (Everide ADV.) Thanks so much!

[@SwankyCatProductions]

That's awesome man, thank you for sharing! Really glad to hear your enjoying your bike and that it's opened up the world of off road riding for you. Stories like this really help motivate me to keep making content and are a big reason I wanted to try out the new Gen3. Thanks so much for the support, ride safe and ride often!!!

[@dennispaiva927]

Every time I hear a rock "pingging" on my skid plate I smile and think about what would've happened if I still had the stock one! Oh and for tires, TKC 80's. Love them.

[@caharkness]

Shinko 244. You will LOVE them, I threw them on my DR650 a couple years ago and I can't wait to put them on my KLR. They're 50/50, but they help with bad road conditions. Also great at grabbing gravel and twigs, I don't think I'll use anything else unless someone makes a tire just like 'em.

[@SwankyCatProductions]

The Kendas I've got on my other bike are pretty similar and your right, they work awsome both on and off road!

[@thedude8526]

I put some on a month ago. They are amazing. A little squirrelly when going 75 to 80 mph but they work great in dirt and bad roads.

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Thanks for the info Mike! Sounds like they would still be worth a try too me!

[@TheCogitech]

Conner Harkness Yep. 244s are perfect 50:50 tires.

[@Autoxdriver]

Just replaced my stock tires with the 244s. Like them a lot and the price sure is right.

[@ShaneZettelmier]

I definitely agree on the tires. The truth is anything works on road unless you’re trying to race it, but you’re not gonna be trying to race a KLR on the road do you need something to get from point a to point B and you could do that on nobby‘s if you wanted, do you want something that’s gonna deal with the weight of the bike and be good enough off-road and OK on road in my opinion. If you’re out there looking for Street performance I’m not sure a Keylor is what you want anyway. Off-road is a hard one and that’s why you’re gonna get stuck and have problems. You’re never gonna get stuck on road because your tire wasn’t good enough, you don’t want to go racing through the canyons dragging a knee But almost nobody writing a killer is going to do that anyway

[@Dabbill]

I currently have a Mitas E07 on the back of my F800GS, so far its working great.

[@SwankyCatProductions]

I've heard good things about those, might have to add that to my list. Thanks!

[@scottfricke1852]

I ran a set of D606 tires on my 16. Rear was awesome i got almost 5k out if it and I definitely recommend it.. the front however didn't last. I had to replace it after 1500 miles. I agree 100% with puck the tire for what you are riding. I just swapped my dead 606 for a set of Shinko 705s because I'm doing alot of highway with my klr right now and they are amazing. The D606 is buzzy at highway speed and will wear you out.

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Good info thanks S Freak77!

[@chrismcelroy7915]

I wish I'd changed sprockets on mine before I took it home. Got halfway up the driveway and it started to bog down. When I throttled out of the bog, it spun out from under me and tossed me off the side of the mountain. The bike was fine, but now I'm down a shoulder. I don't understand why they made a dual sport bike that's factory geared more for racing than trail riding.

[@keithjahn6031]

Try the new tusk DSport . I recently ran them on a heavily loaded drz on the western Tat . They Handel great on and off road and wear great . I currently have Dunlop 606 on my KLR and love them also . I will be putting on DSorts when they wear out though .

[@stephenjacques554]

Have a 2016 klr I use 705 shinkos and they work well for me in the desert of Big Bend and New Mexico, put a serious skid plate and low profile drain nut, great advice for riders. Have tusk crash bars on front, and happy trails SU luggage carriers. Also have taller windshield. Had a 2003-2004 klr loved it. Does doohickey need to be changed out on 2016 model. SJ thanks

[@searchingfor6thgear44]

I agree with your tire specifications. Question: What's the most technical kind of riding I do? Answer: That's the tire I need to purchase. For me, dirt roads, gravel roads, Forest Service roads, some well-worn trails are the most technical riding I do. I'm not taking it to rock pits and jumping things, just riding. I'm looking at Mitas E07 rear and TKC 80 front. Hoping to get two solid years of riding off of these, at least. Thoughts?

[@SwankyCatProductions]

I don't personally have any experience with those but maybe someone else will chime in. I just put K270s on and I'm loving them so far.

[@rameylewis7730]

I run that exact set up on my Husqvarna TR650 Terra and the Mitas E-07 Dakar rear and TKC80 front are totally awesome. The Dunlop D606's are better for flinging the mud, but other than that, the Mitas and Continental match up works great. I'm putting that set up on my 2022 KLR adventure next week. Hopefully you enjoyed them too!!

[@wv4life375]

I run TKC80s and they have yet to let me down. Definitely buy the tire for the worst terrain you may encounter not mostly encountered. Ha 430lbs is before the farkles. Definitely want to look into a full aluminum skid plate if you plan to encounter an rocky terrain. I can count the blessings every time I look at the bottom surface of mine.

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Very well put and I agree! I don't ride anything to rocky, usually just log jumping but a metal skid plate is on my list!

[@AlanTrades]

What size tkcs did you get for your klr?

[@billcotton1551]

For the price, The Kenda 270s are a good option.Great traction, but they sing a little on the road.

[@MindBodySoulOk]

They are dangerous on the road and I would actually feel the nobs bending on curves. Horrible in the rain and they wobble at high speed. It's not a 50/50 tire in my opinion. Definitely geared off road mostly.

[@allenclinton4874]

You need a bigger hat or less hair.

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Haha I actually just chopped er all down.

[@AUBREYTHOMAS1979]

No he does not.....

[@echoglen8649]

I say grow it if you can!

[@oneblackdogrides]

Tyres for the worst roads/tracks you will encounter (because I need all the help I can get). I've used a few sets of D606s - keep the air up on the blacktop (30 -35psi) and 6000km from the rear is easy. Yes, they are noisy and the knobs do flex. A mate of mine takes his KLR with D606s to the little mountains & twisties near hear and messes with the sports bikes - he can lean it over the edge of the knobs, so zero "chicken strip" - not for me!!

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Agreed! That's some good info, thank you for sharing!

[@galerinha]

The more off Road the tire the worst its performance on Road, and it's not only to do corners, it affects the distance of braking (dunno if this is the technical name) and I personally found myself more often having to do a emergency stop than doing a track. That's why I use a 70/30. Oh and it vibrates more and have a lower max speed/load compared on road tires. So it's a little more uncomfortable to ride long distances

[@timothyusak265]

I recomend the Heidenau k60 scout. It’s the perfect 50/50 tire. Like any street tire on the road and the rear tire is very very chunky. The front maybe is little weak on tread but they both last very long too.

[@SwankyCatProductions]

My dad has them in his bike and likes them a lot. They outlasted my Shinkos!

[@katherinemcdowell45]

Motoz tractionator GPS- good longevity and grip on and off road in variety of conditions. Well priced. Suit any mid size ADV bike.

[@SwankyCatProductions]

I've never tired those but I've got the Adventures on my T7 and they work great!

[@filippocorti6760]

Does anyone know how much better the KLR is offroad and in sand with 90/10 dirt/street (like the D606) compared to stock tires?

[@jdk420ful]

Had a set of d606 for my drz, great offroad, had a couple instances accelerating out of turn and braking into turn that made by butthole pucker on asphalt

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Haha I suppose as long as your ready for it that wouldn't be the worst, especially if it's really nice in the dirt.

[@AlbertaDaver]

I had a DRZ 400 with D606's did most of my riding on road and loved them, I have since bought a KLR and they have stock tires which I think I will be going back to 606's

[@SwankyCatProductions]

That's good to hear, I'm thinking that's what I'll go with too!

[@nicksedgley4332]

can't put studs in the on road tires. Not enough rubber, the screw would go right to the tube. It would be awesome to see that, Great video!!

[@SwankyCatProductions]

My plan is to do what they do with sport bike tires. Flat headed screws from the inside out, tape over the heads and nuts on the top side. Thanks!

[@whereswaldo5740]

@@SwankyCatProductions Did you make your rims tubeless? That might work.

[@ar-redneck2926]

Tkc80..... front and back....... will last over 10,000 miles most of the time ..... very good off road and really good on Road for a knobby Tire .... the guy I ride with can drag the foot pegs on asphalt with them

[@SwankyCatProductions]

I almost picked up a set for my new Tenere 700 but went with Motoz Tractionators instead.

[@michaelklinge1857]

thanks Ben I have the 804/805 the are awesome for the price also have the tusk crash bars they vibrate like a tuning fork at 2500 and 5000 rpms they stink as far as I'm concerned wish I bought the dirt tracks full engine guard instead no vib enjoy the vids say hello to honey badger

[@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA]

Cool review man. Looking at a used one for some shenanigans. Seems like you highly recommend!

[@SwankyCatProductions]

For the price I truly believe you can't find a bike that will give you more than a KLR will. I got ahold of a Tenere 700 this summer and as much as a love it I still stand by everything I've said about the KLR, it's a darn good bike.

[@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA]

@@SwankyCatProductions outstanding! Thanks man!

[@SwankyCatProductions]

No problem! I assume you've also looked into a DR650? I've never ridden one but I'd say they are also worth considering IF you're not planning on doing a lot of high speed road riding. I was originally going to get one but decided to take the more road friendly KLR instead and am glad I did. That being said, I actually hope to find a cheap DR sometime to use as a short range single track bike.

[@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA]

@@SwankyCatProductions I’ve been looking at a ton of them lol. You know how it is !!! Lol

[@danshobbies13]

How come you didn’t change the skid plate out?

[@waynezadderey8454]

All good tips Guy!!!

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Thanks!

[@MrPepper312]

Good tire options

[@davidjames1684]

What about people that want to turn these into street only machines? 16 tooth front sprocket and the stock drain plug would be fine for street use.

[@SwankyCatProductions]

I only use the road to get me off road haha. People do turn them into road bikes but that's just not for me.

[@davidjames1684]

Seems like a waste to make it a road bike. 100 MPH top speed is not very impressive when a 600c sportbike has more than double the power and probably 50 to 60 more MPH top speed.

[@tompittala9418]

Motoz rallz front and the desert h/t rear actually work really well

[@ericscaillet2232]

besides the okay info, subscribed due to kitties.

[@InconsistentTechDad]

Installed the plug and some Kenda k270s on mine last night. Crash bars up next.

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Sounds like you'll be ready to rip! Nice!

[@MindBodySoulOk]

Took my 270's off after about a week of driving to work as they are simply dangerous in heavy traffic. Got the mitas 07 and they are pretty good off road and specdamntacular on the road.

[@dickhoward6519]

I've used K270's for years. Best tire for the money

[@ThePr8head]

Swanky checkout Heidenau K60 Scout rear and Metzeler Karoo 3 front KILLER COMBO!!!

[@jamiebruvold6105]

1rst thing should be a proper aftermarket skid plate!!

[@kickstartadventures6988]

Hi Ben. Peter here from NZ. I’ve also got a KLR. Man am I enjoying it. Thanks for all you videos. I’ve learned a lot from them. Check out my adventures in NZ. Cheers.

[@SwankyCatProductions]

I'm glad to hear that thanks KICKstart adventures!

[@atypicalmotorcycle752]

TKC 80 all the bikes! I run them on my KTM Adventure I run them on my Buell Ulyses I run them on my KLR

[@FrogtheSamurai_007]

Hey, Swanky Cat! I own a 05 KLR 650 I have the crash bar on the front but mines like 4x the normal size. I know for off-roading purposes you want it on but what about the city? Mine has the cruising pegs for the highway etc. Is it cool if I take the crash bar off in city? Makes the front of the bike weight a ton and I'm not a weak guy by any means. I loved this content! The guy I bought the bike off went with a complete street theme and well the bikes a 50/50 and I lean to the off roadside. Have a good one mate

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Are they the DirtRacks crash bars that go all the way around the front of the bike and connect the right and left side? Or something else? I'd personally leave them on at all times, never know when you'll need them! My bike was set up for 99% road when I got it too. That's been fixed though!

[@TurtleWaxed]

The seat height on my KLR-650 kills me! What are the best ways to lower the bike at least 2-3" and is there any way to help it not feel so top heavy?

[@SwankyCatProductions]

The Gen3 actually feels a bit lighter up top, not sure that there's anyway to fox that on the older ones though. As far as lowering I'd try a lower seat before I bought lowering links just so I didn't lose ground clearance. But they are always an option. I've never done either but there should be lots of info out there on KLR forums.

[@tomservo5347]

I'm excited because if all goes well I'll be riding a 2018 KLR with only 5k on the dash home tomorrow, just in time for 4th of July weekend! The one I'm hoping to buy already has a Tusk brand crash bar, bark busters and aftermarket large windshield. It's also had a lowering kit put on. Only thing is the previous owner put a BMW style sticker on with 'KLR' in Kawasaki green on the yellow gas tank. I do have two noob questions-do I need to do the doohickey on a 2018 and I noticed this one wouldn't start without it being choked-is this normal for a KLR?

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Nice! Mine had 24k on it when it got totalled in an accident. No Doo-hickey issues and as far as I knew it had never been changed, just adjusted like the manual calls for (just need to loosen the bolt that holds the adjuster from the outside so the spring can do it's thing). All the carburated machines I've owned have needed the choke when cold, just gives you a little extra fuel.

[@tomservo5347]

@@SwankyCatProductions Dude, I got the 2018 KLR today! Have been riding all day. To my pleasant surprise the previous owner installed KOSO heated grips. One thing I made sure to check was how it did on the highway (it also has knobby tires that you said to get). It seems perfectly fine cruising along at 65-70 mph. Can't wait to take some trails/gravel roads. Impressed with it's comfortable ride position. Probably better be on the safe side and change the oil as it's at 5300 miles. I have noticed it's definitely cold natured-even after 5 minutes sitting it's a little touchy starting up without any choke. Eventually I'll clean the carb and install an inline fuel filter. Be safe, Happy Fourth!

[@MrCheaterpipe]

I shattered my plastic skid plate into 100 pieces the first time i took it out on rocky terrain. Been running d606 on the rear good grippy tire although it makes some noise on the pavement but after having it on theres no way i will go back to anything less than a full knobby golden tyre on the front not sure the model but its the one without any knobs in the center grips like super glue on the loose stuff

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Yeah I should get a metal skid plate...lol. Do you find the d606 sloppy in the turns on pavement at all? Golden is the make of the front tire? Haven't heard of that before, grippy sounds good to me though ha ha.

[@gda101]

You're not wrong. First week with my KLR I broke the radiator by A) being stupid and B) having no crash bars.

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Oooooh ouch! Yeah I was pretty nervous riding without them before I got mine.

[@MrPepper312]

Good info thanks

[@JohnSmith-ok4ok]

Shinko 244 rear and 700 E front

[@techydog7854]

So you're saying I shouldn't take my 1500 Intruder off road?

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Uhhhhmm weeeell... technically any bike can go off-road buuuut..... Ha ha.

[@hanreloots9545]

What is that windshield called?

[@wosimtahan8576]

You missed the skid plate that’s no.2 on the list

[@SwankyCatProductions]

I actually ran it for years with the stock plate and never had an issue. If your jumping a lot of rocks or logs I can see where it would be necessary but a very small percentage of KLRs see that type of terrain.

[@aria8928]

Hot take... 1)tire pressure down. 2) MX boots will save your damn legs. 3) Camelback.

[@codybrookehanson2346]

Shinko 244 are great tires but they hum really bad on the road. It sounds like a vacuume.

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Haha I actually just put Kenda K270s on which are a very similar tread pattern. I like them so far!

[@coyote102076]

Check out the Kenda K784 BigBlock tires. I am fixing to install a set this week on my *much* lighter G310GS, but I ordered them only after spending hours watching and reading reviews about them and supposedly they are the cat's meow. Just saying you may want to at least give them your own research when time comes. ;-)

[@SwankyCatProductions]

They do look pretty nice! How do you like your 310?

[@coyote102076]

Well, honestly out of the last 15 bikes I have owned ( well, one of those 15 I still own) this one is turning out to be my favorite "Fun bike!" of them all. My old XL1200C Harley that ran a 4 second 0-60 time was fast & loud and "cool", so that was fun. My still owned Vstar Silverado will always have my heart, I absolutely *love* that bike............for a *cruiser* And my old V'Strom 650 with all the farkles and a Seat Concepts seat was likely the best sport touring bike I ever owned, but I bought the Vstrom to do what this G310GS *IS* doing. The Vstrom, sweet as it was on the road, was a fat PIG off road and not enough ground clearance! I grew up on a farm and from 9 to 18 always had some form of either dirt bike or dual sport to ride. Yes, that part of my childhood was blessed! I say allllllll that to kinda let you know where I am coming from when I say that, *for ME,* I think the G310GS is a perfect fit! Ir will get many, many upgrades. Rally Raid will probly get at least $2500 over the next year or so. lol ( front suspension, those kick ass spoke wheels that can run *tubeless* tires!, and other doo-dads) I have SW Motech crash bars ordered 4 weeks ago, but they are STILL on frigg'n backorder! I am likely going to build my own skid plate as I am a decent welder and can fabricate steel plates easily. Bone stock I would rate the G310GS a solid 8 out of 10. I love the Verseys X300 too. Funny thing is, the X300 was insanely close to being the bike I bought. lol But I simply liked the looks, AWESOME seat, and overall smoother ride, plus the better low end grunt of the G310's engine better than the X300. And thanks for the subscription. :-)

[@anthonybaiocchi3028]

Where d'ya get your weed? I deliver on my klr!

[@RJMay3]

Shinko 705s.👍🏼

[@dundonrl]

I'm on my 2nd set of them.

[@filippocorti6760]

The crash bars add weight to an already heavy bike.

[@SwankyCatProductions]

I suppose, but the fairings and more importantly the radiator don't hold up well when dropped.

[@greenmountianboy8457]

Nice video....I have a new found respect for you and all the other u tubers .....I just uploaded my first video ! Editing is quite a chore Thanks for putting in the time and effort.

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Thanks! I'll have to check it out! Ha ha yeah I've found that splitting up editing between a few days is best. Otherwise I just spend all day and still end up wanting to change things.

[@greenmountianboy8457]

Thanks ...I learned a lot and have a lot more to learn ..

[@tuanoful]

I disagree. Being on road with crappy road tires sucks balls. And it's dangerous as fuck when you're leaning the thing

[@SwankyCatProductions]

With a soft knobby I can see having issues but with my Shinko adventure trails I can lean and hammer it pretty hard and have never lost traction. That's partially because the tires do have some street ability but also due to the fact I'm not pushing all the much HP either haha.

[@SouthWestIron]

Trick em out, careful swanky for a minute I thought you were going to break into a segment about your dropped and turbo charged Honda. Not that there is anything wrong with that. LOL.

[@chrish1057]

Nah give me the street tires. Hate my nobbies. I drive 99% on road and the stock tires give me no confidence in the corners or hard breaking. And before anyone says "Why did you buy a KLR if it never goes offroad?" I'm 6'6 and the KLR fits me perfectly. Can't say that about most bikes. I took my KLR hard offroading once and it was just not fun.

[@SwankyCatProductions]

I've never ridden stock tires but both my Shinko big blocks and K270s give me no pause on pavement in corners or when stopping quick. From what I've heard the stock tires are just not good at either on or off road. As for hard off roading the KLR does take some getting use to. It might be classified as an enduro but I personally think of it as an adventure bike and with my expectations adjusting that way it becomes a lot more fun off road.

[@goobers143]

Lookin like Shia Labeouf from the movie Holes

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Haha I get that a lot actually.

[@goobers143]

@@SwankyCatProductions hahaha

[@rs232killer]

How about a real skid plate?

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Certainly not a bad idea, I've never really felt the need for one yet though.

[@jimmy4x4socal44]

Yeah dude your right, your bike is sick af but your hair is funky lol

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Ha ha thanks!

[@whereswaldo5740]

Dig the hair. Enjoy while you can. I had hair like that. Had. Pattern baldness sucks.

[@buzz2bug534]

No he needs a pair of bell bottoms & some platform shoes 😀 like his content

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Haha thanks!

[@davideads2238]

I'd very much like to get KLR650 but I'll probably end up with the best bike I can afford just to get on two wheels as soon as I can.

[@valhala56]

I have a KLR camo version, ok bike. very primitive. if you want something more sleek looking, more power ect check out the new Kawasaki Z650 and Z900. They look like H2's but more then half the price.

[@davideads2238]

ValhalaFiveSix I have looked at those but they just aren't appealing to me. Aestheticly speaking, that is.

[@SwankyCatProductions]

You should be able to find an older KLR for petty cheap. They aren't as fancy looking but have all the same parts up until they stiffened up the suspension in 2014.5. Either way as long as your able to ride that's what's important!

[@whereswaldo5740]

I know this is two years old but what did you get? I bought a 250 Super Sherpa new in 2009. It’s been great. But just bought a 2016 KLR in grey digital camo in January 21. What little the weather has afforded the size suspension and 400cc increase is more than satisfactory for me. Feel spoiled. Especially with the after market windshield. Life changing.

[@davideads2238]

@@whereswaldo5740 I ended up getting a 98 Honda Shadow 750. I've had my eyes on the new Tenere since it was announced. If I can get a good price for my Honda, I'll likely put it towards that, though the KLR is still a very close second for my consideration.

[@MindBodySoulOk]

Get a few extra mirrors cause those are going to snap like twigs. They're cheap though.

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Haha yeah I'm on my second set and I've got an extra.

[@tonypatton3827]

What brand hand guards are they

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Barkbusters

[@dylanmccarl2995]

you should thank jermey rhydes for my like

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Haha I'll do that!

[@larryjanson4011]

that tire is a wet rd high speed bike tire. never meant to hit a dirt rd, forget a trail. save you a very long walk, and cost of a new bike.

[@andrewpeak5658]

From a distance you look like shia LaBeouf

[@thomasdedman4894]

Shia Labouf!?

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Dad?

[@unclebadger597]

You're not the boss of me 😄

[@trevor8419]

Who put that terrible tire on there? Aside from a real skid plate, it's fine off road stock.

[@dundonrl]

2014.5.. aka New Edition..

[@SwankyCatProductions]

Good year!

[@gouppy]

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