I have a set of enduro engineering bark busters on my xrl and they are awsome. Jan 24, 20 hi all im new around here, but i am barely a month into owning a 20 crf250l. Give just enough room to use factory length levers without having to cut them or switch to shorty style, which is a nice touch. If anyone needs any tips, feel free to let me know. Drilled and tapped so that the plastic hanguards pictured below can be attached. Barkbusters s5bk storm black handguard with singlesided. Trouble installing barkbusters handguards kawasaki klr. Great field of view, and so little vibration i could keep track of the 3 no 4 bikes tailing me on the way home on the slab. The kawasaki klr650 and the suzuki dr650 have remained virtually unchanged for many years. Then cut the hose that connects the old thermostat housing to the radiator right where it crosses the valve cover to head.
Some say that this is largely due to the fact that they got it right the first time. Touratech explore rear shock, kawasaki klr650 1987current. Barkbusters vps variable protection system handguards are versatile fullwrap handguards that blend tough obstacle protection with moderate weather coverage. General information quick reference guide general information periodic maintenance fuel system cooling system engine top end clutch engine lubrication system engine removal installation crankshafttransmission wheelstires 10 j final drive 11 j brakes 12 j suspension j steering 14 j frame 15 j electrical system 16 j appendix. Improved rear shock spring for the klr650 applications. I was at the mystery creek fieldays yesterday and there was a combined kawasaki nzdealer stand and they had the klr650 new edition on display, and the. It was a longstanding model in kawasakis lineup, having been introduced in 1987 and remaining almost unchanged through the 2007 model. Barkbusters storm handguard kit for 78 or 1 18 handlebars. In its most basic form, the install goes like this. Mid year through 2014 the kawasaki klr650 is getting a bit of a revamp. I bought the kawasaki factory klr650 manual, the clymer klr650 manual and yours. Custom hand guards for honda nc 700 x 750 x 1200 crosstourer.
It stops that annoying klr650 tweet, allows better exhaust flow, directs exhaust down and away from the rear fender and adds a little more growl for a more pleasant sound. Buy kawasaki klr650 aftermarket adventure motorcycle parts at australias. Klr 650 hand guards whos has the best adventure rider. The only issue i had on the install was the loop molded into my handlebars to wrangle my cables.
If you have aftermarket bars you wont need to do his but if yo have stock bars like me, it will take you 5 minutes with a dremmel. Barkbusters handguards were first manufactured in 1984 and now have over 28. Time after time i find that the cyclepedia manual is the best out of the three. The 2008 model was the first significant redesign of the klr650 since its inception. Zega evo aluminum touring pannier sold individually atlas throttle lock, universal motorcycle cruise control. No doohickey fix, still needs engine guards, better handlebar, bark busters and maybe a better bash plate.
View and download kawasaki klr650 service manual supplement online. Technical articles and maintenance procedures with accompanying photos to further clarify the process make this very much. May 22, 2014 home forums bikes kawasaki klr650 new edition this topic has 10 replies, 5 voices, and was last updated 2 years, 10 months ago by paradisemuso. Manufactured by rideworx since 1984 and originally designed for offroaders, the barkbusters line has expanded to cover most bikes, providing both offroad and street. Kawasaki motorcycles, atv, sxs, jet ski personal watercraft. What needs to be done, couldnt find anything online about installation.
Twopiece inner mount design allows for easy installation without removing grips or controls. Technical articles and maintenance procedures with accompanying photos to further clarify the process make this very much a diy resource for almost every level of mechanical skill. Klr650 0818 top case mounting side case mounting 3 case mounting klr650 0818 sort by. Kawasaki klr650 service manual supplement pdf download. Barkbusters storm handguard kit honda kawasaki suzuki. Shop revzilla for your barkbusters vps handguard kit for 78 handlebars today. If youre cheap and dont mind things looking a bit ugly, you can heat your stock handguards and make them fit as wind guards over the maiers instead of buying the separately available plastics pictured. Ya pull your old low temp thermostat, and put the cover back on with the new oring.
Discussion in thumpers started by travis25, may 3, 2014. It survived motorcyclings mass extinction of the 80s, endured the icy economy of the 90s and withstood financial upheaval in the 2000s. It was bullied by serious dirt bike riders, ignored by street guys and abused by commuters. Brush guards and hand guards works with 198707 klr650s. The cyclepedia 2008 2017 kawasaki klr650 online service manual features detailed fullcolor photographs and wiring diagrams, complete specifications with stepbystep procedures performed and written by a seasoned kawasaki dealer trained technician. I had to lay the bike down shortly after i started riding it on the road, and other than some scraped up metal, they held up even against the asphalt. Kawasakis klr650 is the crocodile of the motorcycle world. Clymer repair manual for kawasaki klr650 klr 650 20082012. Of course i love the bike, but thats besides the point. Kawasaki klr650 fitting tips step 1 remove the stock handguards by removing the nut and bolt. For riders who go the distance regardless of how cold it is, barkbusters storm handguards offer the most protection from the elements within barkbusters lineup of aluminumbacked plastic hand shields. The kawasaki klr650 is a dualsport motorcycle intended for both onroad and offroad riding. The manufacturer has been producing quality racing pistons for over 25yrs for both cars and motorcycles.
Installation is quite easy, taking me about 3 hours, and im very happy with the results. An absolutely free and advertisementfree website dedicated to the maintenance and enjoyment of the kawasaki klr650 motorcycle. Forged klr650 piston is a high performance upgrade over stock cast piston and the competition. Post diy guides to said modifications, or photos of your inprogress or completed mod. Whatever the answer is, we know that these two bikes deserve a true battle to. I own a 1999 kawasaki klr650 dual sport motorcycle and just want to say that the cyclepedia klr manual has been a lifesaver. Hi all im new around here, but i am barely a month into owning a 20 crf250l. Outlaw racing bark busters black 12065 1 18 handlebar hand guards protectors atv mx. Torquey and durable 651cc fourstroke singlecylinder engine.
Size the klr650 is a mediumsized motorcycle, easy to manuever both in traffic and in challenging offroad environments. Barkbusters vps handguard kit for 78 handlebars revzilla. Post your adventures, be it photos, videos, blogs, whatever. I grabbed a bark buster storm handguard kit 78 in handle bar iirc and grabbed the bark buster external bar end weights make it look much nicer with the end weights can get smaller covers if you like but storm was closest to the oem windguards.
General information quick reference guide general information periodic maintenance fuel system cooling system engine top end clutch engine lubrication system engine removalinstallation crankshafttransmission wheelstires 10 j final drive 11 j brakes 12 j suspension j steering 14 j frame 15 j electrical system 16 j appendix. Since the klr already has a doohickey, it seemed that this thingamabob for the klr needed a name too. Installed oxford grips, now throttle does not snap back. Matthew vandyke with his kawasaki klr650 motorcycle and an ak47 in iraq. The hardware thats in the box also helps to make the guards user friendly. Klr500, klr650 2000, klr650 2001, klr650 2002, klr500 2000, klr500 2001, klr500 2002. Wrenching and mods klr650 technical discussion only. Dont forget to add yourself to the official r klr650 rider map. Looking for bark busters that will fit my bike i recently broke my right handguard on my bike.
I wanted to share pictures of my bark buster installation. Youre viewing all products for kawasaki klr 650 showing all 79 results. See the latest prime klr650 items with free shipping. Jul 20, 2008 i have a set of enduro engineering bark busters on my xrl and they are awsome. Installation video of sw motech crash bars on a kawasaki klr650. Dont forget to add yourself to the official rklr650 rider map. Installation was easy, follow the instructions but you do need to cut off the metal loop on the handlebars for the choke cable.
Low km example of one of the most popular adventure bikes for australian conditions. How to install a set of 22mm barkbusters on a 2012 klr650with a nasty suprise at the end all feedback and comments welcome. I dont know if there are any european 685 kits available, but i got. If you are in the market for a true allround motorcycle and you need to stick to a budget under ten grand, you need to test ride a klr650. Kawasakis klr650 dualsport bike and an order of tacos prove you dont need to break the bank on an epic motorcycle road trip.
Weight the klr650 is not heavy, which is especially important for adventure touring where every pound counts when carrying gear. The website requires a valid login and subscription. Jan 21, 2015 installation video of sw motech crash bars on a kawasaki klr650. The airrider driver motorcycle seat eliminates painful pressure points, enabling you. Easy to install and a wide range of adjustability these guards will protect hands from branches. The guards may have to be levered off the bottom using a screwdriver. If it has anything to do with klr 650, this is the place. Aluminum brush guards studebaker aluminum brush guards designed for the klr650 handlebar. In this episode i upgrade my barkbusters hand guards from the singlepoint mounted version, to the superior twopoint mounted guards. Klr650e 2008 and newer thank you for purchasing the thermobob radiator bypass system for the klr650. Barkbusters bbz blizzard fabric handguard multi fit universal fit. Im looking for a replacement but it seems that the fit isnt guaranteed unless its by the oem. It was built with a 651 cc fourstroke, dohc, dualcounterbalanced, single.
Kawasaki klr650 adventure motorcycle road trip and killer. Trackside aluminum handguard kit with shields cycle gear. I have about 5000km on my current 685, and the reduction in vibration, better punch at low rpms and higher gas mileage make it a very solid investment. Barkbusters s5bk storm black handguard with singlesided bar. Kawasaki versysx300 kawasaki klr 650 to 2007 kawasaki klr 650from. Fit my fat bars perfectly, and the additional extension pieces are a nice touch to get them to sit just how you need them to. Apr 21, 2016 how to install a set of 22mm barkbusters on a 2012 klr650 with a nasty suprise at the end all feedback and comments welcome. I ran them for 15k on the stock bars perfectly happily. Fully kitted adventure ready this klr650 is ready for its next adventure with crash bars, bark busters, bash plate and yoshimura exhaust fitted.
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