I use the klr as a touring machine and as a dual sport. I normally rack up about 20,000 miles cris crossing the crountry on it. The 08 model was a sure winner on the street, but try as I might I could not get comfortable with it on the trails. So I will show you guys some of the evolution of my 2008 klr.I already have the 685 kit in it and a happy trail kit. Body protection and luggage. I think the 685 is the way to go for hauling extra loads around. It will let you lug the engine more with out strain and pull higher gearing for the touring trips. My favorite sprocket set up on the old bike was a 16/45 road and a 14/45 for the trials. It seems to be best for the type of riding that I do. One thing that I learned on the old bike is that if you want the best suspension out there then you should call rick at cogent dynamics. So with that knowledge I got a moab shock for the 08





This shock is the toughest out there. I have tried other and have blow all of them with in a year. Not so with the moab, pluse he'll work with you till your happy with the performance