the missing link!
It seems from reading the threads that a 650 with a 21 inch front wheel that was set up like a KLR or Dakar or DR with a twin would meet quite a few peoples needs in the states. I don't know why Honda has been so behind the rest in the states - must have to do with emissions or some other Federal regulation.
I agree with the ground clearance and placement of the exhaust on the v-strom - doesn't seem right. The new Ulysses by Buell is the same way.
I hear good reports on the 08 KLR that the vibration has been dramatically reduced over the previous models. A friend of mine has one that rode it from here in Northern Arizona down to Puerto Penasco (aka Rocky Point) and said he was beat up by the time he got there. From what I gather that is where a bike like the AT would be highly desireable in the states.
Is there any truth to the quote on the KLR vs Dakar thread on the Dakar feeling more like a twin?
Thanks for the posts!
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