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« on: February 10, 2012, 09:42:54 am »
Hello, I just bought my first motorcycle I hope to learn with (a 1986 Kawasaki KLR 250) as it was heartily endorsed by the local mechanic as a great thing to start with, as well as me wanting something that could go offroad some . . . I have ridden scooters for 3 years (including a 250cc Reflex) but my entire experience with manual transmissions is from the MSF course and my families John Deere lawnmower back in elementary school

A friend from another forum suggested I go join this forum, so I am looking forward to motorcycle stuff . . . . I'd rather like to survive the experience to
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« Reply #1 on: February 10, 2012, 10:08:21 am »
Hi new guy.  

The only advice I have is don't take my advice.
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« Reply #2 on: February 10, 2012, 10:27:18 am »
Lots of good info/advice here if you can wade thru the bs.

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« Reply #3 on: February 10, 2012, 11:04:55 am »
Guilty of recommending this forum to him.
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« Reply #4 on: February 10, 2012, 12:57:39 pm »
Welcome!

There are other new people here, so feel comfortable.  Thumbsup
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« Reply #5 on: February 10, 2012, 01:33:56 pm »
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« Reply #6 on: February 10, 2012, 01:41:55 pm »
Quote from: Mr.Black on February 10, 2012, 10:08:21 am

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« Reply #7 on: February 10, 2012, 06:59:03 pm »
Quote from: alexj on February 10, 2012, 09:42:54 am

Hello, I just bought my first motorcycle I hope to learn with (a 1986 Kawasaki KLR 250) as it was heartily endorsed by the local mechanic as a great thing to start with, as well as me wanting something that could go offroad some . . . I have ridden scooters for 3 years (including a 250cc Reflex) but my entire experience with manual transmissions is from the MSF course and my families John Deere lawnmower back in elementary school

A friend from another forum suggested I go join this forum, so I am looking forward to motorcycle stuff . . . . I'd rather like to survive the experience to


I'm glad you admitted you aren't good at manual transmissions.  Admitting it is the first step toward recovery.  Poor guy!  Thumbsup   Lol

 Points awarded from a fellow Alex. Bigok
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« Reply #8 on: February 10, 2012, 07:24:15 pm »
Papa Lazarou should be here soon to tell you he wants to have your babies.

Just say no to Papa wanting to have your babies.
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« Reply #9 on: February 10, 2012, 08:24:56 pm »
Quote from: alexj on February 10, 2012, 09:42:54 am

Hello, I just bought my first motorcycle I hope to learn with (a 1986 Kawasaki KLR 250) as it was heartily endorsed by the local mechanic as a great thing to start with, as well as me wanting something that could go offroad some . . . I have ridden scooters for 3 years (including a 250cc Reflex) but my entire experience with manual transmissions is from the MSF course and my families John Deere lawnmower back in elementary school

Welcome!

Taking the MSF course is a great first step and I think that you'll be quite happy with the KLR to bomb around on as you get comfortable on two wheels. As for previous familiarity with a manual transmission, it doesn't always help  Embarassment
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« Reply #10 on: February 11, 2012, 10:50:45 pm »
Thank you!

Here is a picture of the new motorcycle, and my scooter to
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« Reply #11 on: February 13, 2012, 10:47:05 pm »
Quote from: alexj on February 10, 2012, 09:42:54 am

Hello, I just bought my first motorcycle I hope to learn with (a 1986 Kawasaki KLR 250) as it was heartily endorsed by the local mechanic as a great thing to start with, as well as me wanting something that could go offroad some . . .

He was right!  Great bike to start out on.  

As for the transmission, you'll figure it out pretty quick.  Enjoy!
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« Reply #12 on: February 14, 2012, 11:32:22 pm »
Welcome to the forum, and welcome to riding.

You've already taken the MSF course.   Thumbsup

Hang around, ask questions, have some fun!
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« Reply #13 on: February 15, 2012, 03:47:17 am »
Welcome!  You should have a lot of happy miles out of the KLR exploring new roads.
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« Reply #14 on: February 15, 2012, 07:28:03 am »
Will you have m,y babies? I don't want them anymore.
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« Reply #15 on: February 15, 2012, 07:37:43 am »
Quote from: Papa Lazarou on February 15, 2012, 07:28:03 am

Will you have m,y babies? I don't want them anymore.


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« Reply #16 on: February 15, 2012, 07:38:22 am »
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« Reply #17 on: February 21, 2012, 05:39:07 pm »
Love the KLR in white & blue.

I had a KLR650 and it was a great bike for what it was meant to do.  Have fun and look for some dirt roads and trails.
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« Reply #18 on: March 14, 2012, 02:44:22 pm »
After endless frustration and having less than no fun with the KLR constantly battling the kick starter I have bought a 96 Yamaha XT225 which has electric start, I am hoping actually have some semblance of fun with it

Also I have a new job which is located in terrain resembling a lunar landscape where I've twice been forced to use 4 wheel drive in the driveway and I am afraid of using my scooter to commute to work, so am hoping to use the XT225 for commuting
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« Reply #19 on: March 14, 2012, 02:48:55 pm »
Sorry to hear about the problems you're having with the KLR.

Would your 225 look anything like this one I bought last fall?
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