My 2006 KLE500 has clocked over 88000 km on all kinds of roads, but has not been ridden as much in the past two years. It still has the original battery and starts first hit every time. The compression is still great and the only things that needed to be replaced was the seal in the water pump which gave out at 43000 km and the usual chain, sprocket, oil & filter changes.
Other modifications have been HID conversion with wiring modded for both lights to illuminate on high beam, progressive front fork springs (replaced the steering head bearings while I was at it), centre stand, pannier racks, KTM exhaust can, stripped down mini compressor under the seat, heated grips and installing grease nipples in the rear suspension knuckle.
Extremely reliable bike and I am seriously considering replacing this one at 100000 km with a low km version and swap the bits over...
Cheers
Ian
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