Introducing Harry

[igor]

Great minds... The 640's KTM comfort seat is actually pretty good.



Keeping the weight balanced is definitely an important consideration. I only put light stuff on the back, all the heavy stuff goes in the bottom of the panniers. I haven't needed more space yet so I haven't looked at tank panniers, I can see how they'd be good for BMW's though as the rider could keep his pipe & slippers in them & get them out easily to use while riding

Clint

no pipe and slippers. don't put any luggage on me helicopter landing pad or put ali boxs on, but if ned to load up wife can bring her dressing gown - hair dryer and firk knows what else. . I only got 229 litres of luggage space on me bike. usually enuf

[wysper]

Well, attacked Harrys electrics today.

Removed side stand switch
Disabled clutch safety thing.
Left the neutral light diodes alone, still nice to see when one is in neutral.

Test ride and all ok.

So now the side stand should not give me grief nor the clutch safety if I break a something etc.

Really was as easy as I was told. Would have been even quicker if I had something I could of used for a jumper when removing the side stand relay.

Bit odd being able to start the bike without pulling in the clutch though. Wonder how long it will take to get used to that.

Next on the list is snorkel and washer to lift the needle.
( I like reversible mods!)

[NordieBoy]

Next on the list is snorkel and washer to lift the needle.
( I like reversible mods!)

I once thought like you

[bart]

Haha, I finally ripped the side stand switch thingy today. Side cutters and insulation tape....magic. Should have done it months ago.

[wysper]

The instructions I got of ADV rider (at least I am pretty sure that was where they were), showed how to do it without cutting wires and in such a way it was easily reversible if I want to put it back to orig for sale maybe.

But as Nordie suggested, I am not sure how long that attitude will last

[dino3310]

its like a bug mate you cant stop at just one mod

[wysper]

Harry now has a givi top box attached to his pat walsh luggage rack.
I am pretty sure I will cop flack for it LOL, but so far it has been bloody convenient.

The main reason was so when I start taking my daughter to school on the bike, there will be a place to carry her school bag and then take her helmet away with me after drop off, she will be picked up by my wife for the ride home.

Next on my list is some Wolfman Side racks and panniers, I am waiting for a reply from them as they are running a special on some gear at the moment.

Check it out. http://www.wolfmanluggage.com/Expedi...ddle_bags.html

[dino3310]

cool mate, yeah they look a bit fag, but hey who gives a toss the convenience far out wieghts the looks. i never regreted putting one one the BIG. Plus they store frozen bait and beer quite well

[Moki]

I am beginning to understand that the KLR riders need any advantage they can get over the DR Side.

We haven't even started rotting yer brain yet....

[wysper]

http://www.wolfmanluggage.com/Expedition/expd_dry_saddle_bags.html[/url]

Bit naff quoting yourself but.... that luggage special, while being quite cool. Pair of adventure panniers for 214 us, the racks are another 214 us and shipping is 150 us (two boxes).
Makes it a bit pricey for me at the mo!

Might have to look at bodging (sp?) options in true Scrapheap challenge style!

[wysper]

We haven't even started rotting yer brain yet....

ahhaha good luck with rotting my brain... pretty rotten already... but it will be fun to put friendly digs into all the other rides out there.

[Crim]

Pair of adventure panniers for 214 us, the racks are another 214 us and shipping is 150 us (two boxes).

These have been mentioned on a few discussions, although I don't know if anyone has taken the plunge and got one yet - but they do look good, no mounting stuff to "scrapheap challenge" on, on and off the bike in seconds and plenty of storage!

http://www.giantloopmoto.com/products/coyote-saddlebag

[Squiggles]

These have been mentioned on a few discussions, although I don't know if anyone has taken the plunge and got one yet - but they do look good, no mounting stuff to "scrapheap challenge" on, on and off the bike in seconds and plenty of storage!

http://www.giantloopmoto.com/products/coyote-saddlebag

Procycle sells em

[cooneyr]

Procycle sells em

Buy direct from the manufacture i.e. the Giant loop website. Wachs on Advrider is the dude who invented, developed and manufactures them.

[Crisis management]

Take less crap with you.......really look at what you need and only take that with you, it is surprising how little you do need, a tank bag and one seat top bag is all I need for 4 to 5 days.
That includes a sleeping bag, wet weather gear, changes of important clothing and enough spare layers for snow, tools, first aid and emergency food & water.

Less weight is good so be selective about your gear.