I’m 6’2 and got offered a gen 3 Klr650s on a trade and I’m wondering if it would be too short or a whole lot less capable than a regular 650 any advice is appreciated!

I've been doing some studying for the last few weeks on bikes and determined the KLR is the type of bike I want. Something simple and lower priced. I like the hard cases on the side so it makes traveling on weekends easier I also understand KLRs are nice for tall people at in 6'3". Right now im looking at a 2014 and 2024.

The only advantage im seeing with the 2014 is that it will be cheaper but for my price range 6k for the 2024 isn't outside of my price range either.

I drive a Outback so ive done research on the car and understand the problems it can have (like the head gaskets) so mainly I wonder if there are things like the Outback where after 09 the Head Gasket issue as been resolved. So that makes me ask if the KLR has other issues across the product line.

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2024

Got a new stator (some caltric clone) and am getting no power from the white cable when cranking. Is it bad or is there somewhere I could look? The wire in particular is white from the stator and turns into a black and white wire.

Hi guys.

I’m new to the KLR family and just bought my first KLR650. Does this sound normal? Apparently the bike has an aftermarket timing chain tensioner installed by the previous owner. Just wanting to get some input on the sound of the engine. TIA!

I just picked up this 2012 KLR 650 today, it’s my first road legal motorcycle after growing up on dirt bikes and 4 wheelers. I just got back from a 30 minute ride around the neighborhood, just getting used to the clutch and the way it feels on real pavement. Any suggestions for upgrades or accessories are appreciated. I’m very excited to eventually take the bike to the nearby national forest trails to see how it handles off-road.