Adventures on my KLR

Install of Footman loops to Mermite Panniers

2012-08-16T15:43:00.001-05:00

In preparations to go on the Trans am trail ride this Aug 30. I have installed some DIY footman loops. I picked up 8 Drawer pulls from Lowe's hardware for about $1.08 each to solve my ability or lack there of to strap stuff to the top of my cans. I fastened them in two ways to the cans on this install. One side with Rivets and the other side with longer bolts. The side that i used the rivets on had the underside cut down and foam cut out for a little extra storage. The right side I keep stock and used the loger bolts This was my end result

Please stop the Glare!!!!!!

2012-07-30T23:09:00.000-05:00

Picked up the GLARE Wizard.... Yes, I said it and I bought it. and it works. Developed by a pilot for his day to day use. My thoughts were what the heck I'll give it a try. And to top it off its MADE IN THE USA!

Follow this link for more information about it.

Garmin GPSMAP 60csx

2012-07-30T19:53:00.004-05:00

Picked up a Garmin GPSMAPS 60csx. This is by far one of these best handheld gps units made by Garmin. The GPSMap series incorporats a high sensity receiver by SiRF. It packs in a 20hour battery life, back lite screen and a tone of other features. The Garmin Gpsmap 60series is the predecessors to the 62 series line out now. There are a few improvements to the 62 series, but after further review I found those changes were not enough for me to buy a new unit. For more info and a comparison chart check out gpscity.com .

A great site for information on this unit is http://www.asiteaboutnothing.net/g_60csx.html

New battery

2012-07-27T18:09:00.001-05:00

The summer heat here in the south has taken another life I'm saddened to report. Yep, my wet cell battery just couldn't handle the heat.
After much research about Odyssey batteries, AGM, conventional wet cell and Shorai Lithium Iron; I've decided to go withe the guy in the middle the AGM.
Ultimately it was about function and price for me. The AGM is a maintenance free battery and sealed. At a cost of 78.00 from Batteries+. The lithium iron are really light weight, but extremely expensive. The odyssey was really heavy and needed the battery cables re routed and turned on its side to work; and it to was extremely expensive.
Conventional or stock battery always need some tlc now and again when in hot weather and it's temperamental to vibrations (we don't have those in the klr) so that was out.
So since the AGM battery was a direct fit it made my job easier.

MSR fuel bottle holder on mermite

2012-07-25T19:18:00.001-05:00

Used a water bottle holder for a bike to hold the msr fuel bottle. Riveted it to the mermite can.

GARMIN 60 SERIES RAM MOUNT

2012-07-25T11:31:00.001-05:00

Installed the Garmin Ram mount today. Using the Garmin 60CSx

Expedition-Awareness Continental Divide expedition, drive to raise awareness for ALD

2012-06-11T14:21:00.000-05:00

If you have a moment check out http://www.expedition-awareness.org/ALD/HOME.html EA is set to out to Raise awareness for Adrenoleukodystrophy. We are based out of Wichita Falls, Tx. Currently Phil is on the Continental Divide headed North. We have a Facebook page that is being updated as info comes in from Phil and the EA JK and Outlander trailer. https://www.facebook.com/expedition.awareness Donations welcome... Please spread the word about this disease. Thanks everyone that has viewed either links. Every person that views them is one more person that now knows about this bad disease If your on another board no matter what its purpose; I would ask that you share the info I have. Thanks, -Nash

Mermite cans mounted to KLR650

2012-05-06T21:54:00.001-05:00

Fristgear Kathmandu Motorcycle Jacket Review

2012-05-06T21:51:00.001-05:00

Overland Expo 2012 ~ Teaser

2012-04-18T13:22:00.000-05:00

This was a blast when Expedition Awareness went in 2010. We made so many contacts and educated so many on ALD. If you have a chance to go get out and go.

IMS fuel tank color restore

2012-04-16T16:04:00.001-05:00

Review of Fly Racing "Trekker" Helmet after having it about 8 months or so

2012-03-26T13:23:00.001-05:00

Michelin T63 Dual Sport Tires

2012-02-27T18:23:00.001-06:00

Got some new treads for the KLR. Most of my research pointed me to Dunlop D606, but I got wind of the Michelin T63 tires. I saved quite a bit of money via seller Chaparral motor sports off eBay.

2012-02-11T22:26:00.001-06:00

Take a look at my Youtube initial review of the Alpinstars Scout WP. Wore them around the house for about a day now and they are breaking it and feel great. I purchased these from Brian at Atomic-Moto

Kawasaki KLR650 Centerstand install

2012-01-15T17:53:00.000-06:00

2004 Kawasaki KLR650

2012-01-10T22:00:00.000-06:00

Kawasaki KLR650 Skid Plate upgrade part 1

2012-01-10T21:59:00.000-06:00

Mermite Can for panniers

2011-08-19T22:13:00.003-05:00

Been doing alot of research as to what I should buy for panniers. I wanted the age old look of creativity; Something that stood out amongst that stealthy look of my black ops Kawasaki KLR650.

I could have gone with the expensive cases or pelican cases, but none of that caught my eye. Until I ran across a post on advrider describing the use of mermite cans for panniers. If your reading this you've probley searched Google for some info about them.

I found a guy selling a pair over on klr650.net for a decent price and I jumped on the opertunity. I will post more about them later on so check back.

Be sure to bookmark this page because I will be posting up a video of them and a the mounting system I will use.

Packrat Adventures 08 Touring Rack

2011-08-19T22:04:00.002-05:00

After getting my KLR and doing all the research I could on pannier mounting system I had already made my mind up that I wanted to have a rack from Packrat Adventures.

I've been the type to fab up most of my mods on my Jeep and I seriously thought about building my own rack sytem, but came across and opportunity to pick this up off of Craig's list not a bad rack! Very good reports on it and the price was right.

http://www.packratadventuregear.com/

Acerbis locking Gas Cap

2011-07-27T13:07:00.002-05:00

Ok so after a few times of laying the bike down and the old cap spilling gas out I decided to purchase one of these and its a great product. Although I haven't laid it down since its still nice not to have that vent hose.

KLR Radiator Guard

2011-07-27T13:03:00.001-05:00

Forgot to add that I installed a radiator guard will post up pictures later.

Pro-Grip Superbike 699 Series Grips

2011-06-30T14:44:00.001-05:00

Great grips so far in the 100 plus weather held up just fine and now that were in winter so fa so good.

Moos Racing handguards

2011-06-30T14:40:00.000-05:00

Nice addition with guards in place.

IMS 6.6 Gal fuel tank

2011-06-30T13:41:00.000-05:00

Provides more radiator protection, no more dints or rust so now you can get lost easier.

Uni Filter

2011-06-30T11:56:00.000-05:00

Running this filter. On my most recent trip to EA headquarters I was able to get 52.3mpg and flipped over to reserve at 319 miles on my IMS tank.