WHY IS THE 2022 KLR 650 TERRIBLE?????

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[@ForTheChristians]

It seems to me that a short first gear and tall last gear is exactly what you want in a dual sport/adventure bike? That way you can do both your rock crawling and your highway cruising?

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

You are 100% right

[@jar5173]

And front suspension travel? 🤔

[@212driller]

Yup

[@212driller]

A shortened first gear is great for single track off road and a longer 5th is better for hwy. That's why they did it.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

It worked

[@markcollins5026]

Man, I just got the new 2022 KLR base model no abs, I love it, never had a KLR, everyone just seems to be nit picking !

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

But it's all fixable nothing completely terrible

[@ptompkins1976]

@@FullThrottleJunkie I think what Mark is saying is there is nothing to fix :)

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

@John Tarrant it was a question

[@obamavariant9128]

@@FullThrottleJunkie it was a statement

[@williamvaughan4522]

No joke man I just bought a new one and for what it’s purpose is, it’s dead ass perfect (especially for the price).

[@3dcycleparts]

Doohickey parts are all the same as the Gen 2, we've done several now. Gear ratios are all the same as previous years according to Kawasaki's specs but it wouldn't be the first time their info is wrong. I also loved & hated the new peg setup especially when wet until I changed pegs to some with some bite. Problem solved. JNS is working on peg lowering brackets without isolators for those that want rigid pegs. My biggest gripe is the aux light switch as well, I see you agree. I may come out with a plug and play harness to tie it in with the high beam, that's what I plan to do to mine. Thanks for the mention!

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

Hey thanks for watching. I already have a list of things I will be ordering from you. Love your store.

[@RidingintheOzarks]

Glad you like it, that is what is most important, good to hear the small things are just that small things.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

From here on out there will always be a klr in the stable

[@allans7281]

The designer of the bike clearly was not a motorcyclist Budget design doesn’t have to be poor design

[@josvei4052]

This is the bike you need when your wife is out of ideas and stars to talk about the private life of her girlfriends and their husbands, because you know that if her grilfriends share their privacy, your wife will share yours with them. The bike is slow to get you to the end of the world, and if in route to it she has an "emergency" is slow to return home, so if you decide to return in the middle of your journey, most likely she will have her "emergency" resolved when you arrive home.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

Yes

[@MrPepper312]

I have 150 mi on my Adventure. Removed my saddle bags until I need them incase I lay it down. Im curious to see how much protection the crash bars give. Looks like the fog lights might get damaged if layed over. Have ordered Bark Busters and gel grips. But sure miss the tack and temp guage. But over all a better bike than my 2018 KLR.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

I dropped mine and the fog light never touched the ground the stock crash bar and the side bag keep it off the ground 😂

[@ptompkins1976]

I think the saddle bags create a lot more wind resistance that one would think. Might get a few more MPGs by doing that. I'll be curious what my MPG ends up being for when i'm slabbing.

[@XLV750RD01]

The transmission gear ratios in the Gen 3 is exactly the same as in the Gen 2. No shorter first and longer 5th.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

that's what they say but it feels way different. and its not the efi just winds out quicker then my gen 2

[@AmenMoto]

Surprised there's still to this day no color tft screen but ... keeps the cost way down. This bike is dope.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

You should come steal it and try to do a wheelie LOL

[@OCLandspeeder]

I don’t own one, but I owned a DR650 and now have a VStrom 650. Was waiting for the KLR but took too long to get here. Like you said all your issues are easy to fix and shouldn’t be a big deal. “Terrible” is an over exaggerated…no bike is perfect. Round mirrors is so minor. Short gearing in 1st is an asset in rough off roading where you need to go really slow. Longer 5th is great for Highway. Droopy footpegs are a genuine concern. Just replace them with solid, serrated foot pegs. Just be ready for more foot vibrations. Put Versys 650 mirrors for that modern look. Done! Enjoy the bike.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

We love out V-Strom 650

[@RiverBluffBaggers]

Nice video great job on explaining what's wrong in your opinion and it can also be fixed pretty easily to suit you. Ride safe!!

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

Thank you

[@williamvaughan4522]

Every time I hear someone complain about the dookickey I always think of how many of these bikes I’ve owned, how many friends have owned them and how many years I’ve worked on KLR’s and how in 27 years of wrenching on bikes I’ve yet to see one single dookickey fail 😂

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

I have seen four personally have problems

[@ADRRUSH]

Nice bike bro. Any wheelies yet?

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

Not yet it's brand new

[@toururbano1699]

Thank you for your video, very good información, bye from Aranjuez (Madrid)

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

Thanks for watching

[@florme6494]

Foot pegs are bad, you feel like your feet a slipping off the edge. However, when I’m on the motorway the vibration at 75 tells me that they are there for a good reason. I’m nervous to upgrade. I will try and get use to the rubber.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

You can do aftermarket foot pegs and still have the rubber mount the vibrations are not terrible

[@florme6494]

@@FullThrottleJunkie I might try that, thank you. I guess worst case scenario I can put the stock back on.

[@unclebadger597]

I like the round mirror. I can never get my double take mirrors exactly how I want them. Round is better cuz it's just round. Stick a couple $2 blind spot mirrors on and you're good 👍. I'm just over 500 miles in on mine and I can honestly say this one is better in every way over the gen 2. So much better on the highway! And still a billy goat!

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

Yeah it really is a good bike I just don't like the round mirrors at all

[@dad3562]

So the Gen 3 is better in the highway vs the Gen 2? My Gen 2 would buzz me to death at 75.

[@mistersadaimusic]

Comprehensive overview. Good video. You look like a FarCry villain. Good vibes.

[@bryanreeme8584]

Good to hear stuff, thanks👍.. still enjoying my '18 for awhile hopefully.. curious, is that rotenberg area? (I'm near Moore Haven, maybe run across ya someday)

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

that would be cool

[@bryanreeme8584]

Good to hear stuff, thanks👍.. still enjoying my '18 for awhile hopefully.. curious, is that rotenberg area? (I'm near Moore Haven, maybe run across ya someday)

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

I'm in West Palm Beach the dirt road I was on is a place called hungaryland

[@bryanreeme8584]

@@FullThrottleJunkie thanks bud!.. enjoy your new bike, I'll be curious to hear more.. dont see many Klrs here, anxious to see the gen3

[@rugby3874]

It's not terrible. It's good machine.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

That's what I'm saying

[@1219magnum]

My first bike was a red 1974 Suzuki GT500. It was a five-speed powered by a 2 stroke parallel twin. I had tons of fun with that bike. In a couple of days I'm picking up my new 2022 KLR 650 Adventure which will be luxurious compared to the GT500.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

The adventure of the KLR 650 is worth the wait

[@dad3562]

Does it seem as buzzy at 75 mph compared to the Gen 2?

[@upsidedowndog1256]

The gearing on my 2001 is my only complaint. They all need a 6 speed trans, no matter which gen. Evenly spaced so you can tailor the final drive for offroad or highway use, depending on where you plan on riding. I have wanted a KLR since 1984 when they were 600s. Love mine even if it's slow. Tractors aren't made to be fast!

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

We are forever going to be searching for a sixth gear

[@upsidedowndog1256]

@@FullThrottleJunkie I suppose so. My 1977 and 1982 Yamaha IT175s both had 6th.

[@RoadRashHD]

Stiffen up the rear shock more,and get some old forks from a 2016. Looks good

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

I already did the rear shock might run thicker fork oil

[@dornie_donko]

A short 1st gear could save your life

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

Interesting

[@GM-he3um]

Short first gear is good in tight woods...start off in 2nd on the road.

[@2010ChargerRT]

This has got to be the most click bait title ever

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

Worked didn't it 😁

[@2010ChargerRT]

@@FullThrottleJunkie haha, to a certain extent. I’ve never viewed your channel before or watched anything you’ve made. I won’t start with this video but you got the view and comment lol

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

@@2010ChargerRT check out some of my other videos while you are here might find something you like 😂

[@2010ChargerRT]

@@FullThrottleJunkie haha, deal!

[@KillSwitch80]

@@FullThrottleJunkie yeah but now you’re getting an unsubscribe

[@achintdhiman4807]

Nice video perfect demonstration

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

Thank you

[@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA]

should i buy one of these ?

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

Absolutely. You can even get the non-abs base model for a really good price

[@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA]

@@FullThrottleJunkie hell the adventure loaded is cheap lol

[@levifarber5187]

Get back on your Harley I have a KLR and it runs nice real nice and quiet and smooth

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

What Harley?

[@MrCODEmaster00]

Can I ask what dealer in Florida you went to? The greenery in the background makes me assume you're in Florida, I'm trying to find a dealership that has them in stock.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

I'm in West Palm Beach I picked it up in fort myers florida sport cycle is getting a orange one in a few days

[@woahdude3853]

I almost still think the carb version is better. At least my 2016 model, id like to to switch out those front fairings and put em on my bike, wonder if they are swappable

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

They probably are it's the same main frame and the headlight is off of a zh2

[@robertmorrison107]

I am with you on the carb version. The problem is now I'm still looking at a drz400 with carb and as much horsepower weighing 100 lbs less? The KLR of course has better rack options but as far as the machine itself....I am having a hard time seeing why I'd go KLR in 2022

[@ihatedietcola7920]

That is a cool looking bike.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

It's sharp lol

[@0ptimalgaming]

Are there going to be tunes available for the KLR 650 fuel injection? Be a nice way to get a little more power out of it

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

I shure hope so

[@ForTheChristians]

Thanks for the review

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

Thanks for watching

[@ANONYMOUSBIKERUSA]

i think you like KLRs lol. nice bike dude. glad your enjoying it man. greAt bike for the price

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

What can I say I'm a klr nut

[@2tallnegrito7cmn55]

J am 6' 10" tall and are looking at this bike for my first. Never rode before other then 3 weekends aho I got to ride a 87' goldwing around a housing complex

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

It's not a bad choice since you are so tall

[@2tallnegrito7cmn55]

@@FullThrottleJunkie does she feel safe on the highway and capable

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

@@2tallnegrito7cmn55 it's slow but steady will be smooth at 80 to 85

[@rgovert]

I just don't understand 1) why you bought the bike and 2) why you still have it .. ?

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

1 I bought it because I like it.2 I still have it because I like it

[@Thomas-wk5ll]

It's exactly the same do Hickey the part number is the same Not too sur on the spelling on the Hickey

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

Yes it is and I've already changed it

[@ptompkins1976]

-I have the same bike. Foot pegs are not a problem. It's funny you complained about the foot pegs then said how nice the foot pegs where to remove vibration. LOL -First gear? I have no issues with first gear. I think it helped me get out of some messes I was getting myself into dealing with mud. 5th gear feels good at 55 - 60mph, but faster than that, it's fine but not as comfortable. -Front suspension? I didn't notice it was that bad. -The mirrors are some of the best mirrors I've ever had with any stock bike. I've owned a ton of bikes. I'm really happy that the mirrors actually let me look around my shoulders where most stock mirrors don't. -They fixed the doohicky. LOL - I agree the fog light button (although they are way brighter than fog lights, I think they are auxiliary driving lights) should be in a different location, however, they really are driving lights. I leave them on so people see me. That bike has better lights than most cars. - Yes the front headlight isn't that great but when you have your auxiliary lights things are amazing. Yes, my headlight was pointed up as well. So I too need to make that 30 second adjustment. It's talked about in the owners manual. You should just sell the bike now. Someone will give you exactly what you bought or more.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

You really didn't pay attention to what I said at all. But I also said every problem that I had with the bike personally could be fixed maybe you should go back and rewatch the whole video thanks for watching

[@ptompkins1976]

@@FullThrottleJunkie oh I heard you. Enjoy your bike. It's perfect how it is. Still don't understand how the mirrors are an issue. It's the first bike I've been on since my Electra Glide that would let me see something other than the side of my body when riding.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

@@ptompkins1976 follow along the channel to see what i change you might be surprised

[@cybrnathan]

Like the other KLR years, you're going to have to spend $1000 - $1500 dollars to make it a really good adventure bike (doubletake mirrors, billet foot pegs, replace the doohickey, aluminum skid plate, Progressive suspension, aluminum handguards, better off-road tires, crash guard, better brakes and front rotor, Eagle Mike fork brace, etc....)

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

Absolutely I love modding my second gen. Can't wait to start turning wrenches on this thing

[@unclebadger597]

You don't need to touch this one. Ok, I'll put a better skid plate on when I break the plastic one 😁. You definitely don't need the fork brace. I'm almost 300lbs and this thing is rock solid at 90mph👍

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

@@unclebadger597 I toped mi out at 94

[@unclebadger597]

@@FullThrottleJunkie really? I'm convinced i could've hit 100!

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

@@unclebadger597 I would bounce between 93 and 94 full tuck with the bags on 😂

[@szymoozz]

Put a 16 or a 17 tooth sprocket on it like we're all doing. Its just a cheap touring bike that is off road "capable" as in more capable than the similarly priced upright bikes like the cb500x or the all mighty dl650.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

I don't think I need to change it I'm happy with the stock setup

[@bigdave6194]

Is it just me or are those bars crooked?

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

They are not it's the angle of the camera on the side of the helmet

[@jimtucker7005]

Hey Man, Thanks for the review....a good critique is often what we don't want to hear. Yeah, It's a dirty job (....but someone's got to do it .."faith no more"). I'm looking at that exact model and really appreciate the honest review. Good to know that after-market parts can easily fix most problems/inconveniences. I hear ya on the foot peg issue. I started my two-wheels hobby on dirt bikes....stable / consistent feedback from the pegs is essential. Dig your style, I subscribed so am looking forward to more vids....(saw a preview featuring the shark tooth graphics....Right On, Man....Right On!

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

Thanks I really appreciate it. You won't be disappointed if you get the adventure it really is a nice bike

[@patharrison1831]

This bike is confusing to me. I haven't ridden in many many years and mostly dirt bikes. Everyone claims that the bike is great on the pavement. That is not my experience. I feel very uncomfortable past 50mph. It actually feels unsafe. I can't place the feeling but it seems to be more than just the tires.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

Did you check your tire pressure. Just a taught mine feels really smooth at any speed I topped it out at 94mhp without any issues.

[@patharrison1831]

@@FullThrottleJunkie I will have to check that tomorrow. I had the bike at 70 and it's definitely not right. I couldn't even imagine being in the 90's on this bike.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

@@patharrison1831 I would also check the rear tire alignment as well

[@hankgs]

After watching 10 seconds of your vid, I discounted anything you had to say- No ATGATT, tells me enough about your M/C prospective - Clue in dude.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

Thanks for watching 😂😁

[@aboveworld8209]

It’s really not that big of a deal lol he has gloves and a helmet on at least and he’s riding on a small dirt road going 25-30 mph😂😂

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

@@aboveworld8209 this is florida not going down a slow trail in full gear

[@aboveworld8209]

@@FullThrottleJunkie too Fuckin hot for all that

[@MrCODEmaster00]

@@FullThrottleJunkie Have you thought of adding a tachometer to this bike? If so I'd love to see a video on it!

[@YourLocalRaccoon]

I just can't take this bike seriously when it's put in the dual sport category. It is too heavy, and the fairings are too fragile for me to consider it a dual sport. It is now, for me at least, a full-on adventure bike through and through. As an adventure bike it's great, especially for the price. But as a dual sport it falls short, way shorter than any other dual sport I can think of. Personally, I'm just gonna grab myself a DR650. Do the basic mods, add an oversize fuel tank and a seat, and call it a day. Better suspension and travel, much lighter with roughly the same power, skinnier and easier to handle off road. If I wanted a cheap adventure bike I'd get the KLR650. Sadly, I'm not in the market for an adventure bike yet, I'm not over 40.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

You make a fair point but the KLR 650 is not known for being great at anything but it does everything. That is why they have sold so many

[@YourLocalRaccoon]

@@FullThrottleJunkie On the contrary, I think it makes a most excellent light adventure bike. I classify adventure bikes as ones you'd take round the world. Exploring the far reaches and seeing all there is to see. But not usually taking the hardest trails to get there. A dual sport is more capable off road, able to cross rougher terrain and easier to manage at low speeds on said terrain. I wouldn't drive a klr650 through a rainforest, but if there's a trail that's been carved through already then it's all set. A klr is a bike that will go around the globe in 80 days. A dr650 can too, but it won't be as comfy and will probably need to stop more for gas and repairs/maintenance.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

@@YourLocalRaccoon have had klr650s through some pretty thick and deep stuff some of the guys I was riding with were surprised the KLR was making it through it. For me it is a Swiss army knife bike can do many different things. For someone my size 6 ft 2 and 200 lb I can handle the weight of the bike off road with no problem. And I have been doing so for many years. A lot of it comes down to the capabilities of the rider and knowing how a certain bike would react I probably wouldn't be as good off-road on a different bike as I am on the KLR because it is comfortable and suits my needs

[@YourLocalRaccoon]

@@FullThrottleJunkie you're right but I digress. The average Joe looking for a dual sport most likely isn't going to look at a klr650. If Kawasaki put a 6th gear on it and changed the engine out for a vtwin while keeping all else the same, more people might look at it. But they won't as they want to keep it as a dual sport, which in my mind it still isn't.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

@@YourLocalRaccoon well then you would just buy a versus. Or the Yamaha t7 if you can find one without taking out a second mortgage on your home. Suzuki and Hondas competitor bikes are still ancient technology. Not that the KLR 650 is much better but it is a little bit ahead of their time

[@block672008]

come to Ukraine, you're gonna have great prepping and apocalypse riding, no zombies and meteorites though but still, bullets flying, bombs falling...and there comes the KLR 650 and a tent pitched in a forest beyound the enemy lines...:D

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

😳😳😳😐

[@EasyRiderGreg]

Yep I don't care for round mirrors on any bike.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

I don't get it

[@ricardorochamf]

Have you ride a real long distance in any motorcycle? Everything that you said is not comment for a real rider. If you real like motorcycle even a land mover is good to ride

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

Um what?

[@RogerAlcon]

😁 great bike I have the 2nd gen.

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

I loved my second gen

[@texashillcountryadv9197]

Titled the video everything that’s terrible but then proceeds to say not terrible after every complaint lmao clickbait ass

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

I was asking a question

[@pheonix5823]

I bought a low k gen 2 6 mths ago,as an adventure bike to add to my stable, first dirt bike in 25yrs,, I have modded it , with the mandatory 16front sprocket, doohickey, crash bars, tall screen etc etc but I won't be getting a gen 3 I waited,, but after seeing it nope- Unbelievable the doohicky is still a problem,, great for parts sellers and mechanics,, but in a new model that should have been done...a 6th gear is well overdue,, that cheap digital speedo is a joke, and in oz our gen 3, you cant turn the abs off. like you said a well-sorted gen 2 is the same bike, probably better, I will stick with my gen 2

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

Yes but if they changed all of that you would be looking at a bike above $10,000

[@pheonix5823]

@@FullThrottleJunkieIn Australia we pay 10 to 11.5k for the 22 klr!! no bike should be sold with an inherent engine fault for 25yrs..

[@FullThrottleJunkie]

@@pheonix5823 10k usd out the door. if they put a bunch of r&d into the bike it would cost a lot more than it does. Kawasaki kept it simple and reliable. they did address to do hickey with the second generation the problem now is that the tensioner spring is the failure point they did change a lot with the third generation it's not the exact same they have a bigger generator and a few other mods to the engine. For myself switching to the third gen was a great choice for myself personally. But I will always miss my second gen