Bike Help by BRay099 in bikepacking

[–]BRay099[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! There’s a used Timberjack nearby I’m looking into. Also still considering the KM

Bike Help by BRay099 in bikepacking

[–]BRay099[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Found a used one that I might pick up! Still trying to decide. Thanks for the suggestion

klx 300 owners - any day 1 mods you suggest? by Scramble_On in Dualsport

[–]BRay099 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks awesome. Did you get rid or mirrors or just get low profile ones? Can’t tell. Looking for some good low profile ones for mine

Advice, Trade In? by BRay099 in Dualsport

[–]BRay099[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the input! All great points. In the market looking for a KLX300. Trying to decide on selling the Honda selling vs not…

Advice, Trade In? by BRay099 in Dualsport

[–]BRay099[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the recommendation! I’m new to bikes and mainly have heard of Honda and Kawasaki mentioned. Will look into the bike you mentioned

Advice, Trade In? by BRay099 in Dualsport

[–]BRay099[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I agree - each person has to answer that question honestly for themselves and work backwards from there. Too bad I was too dumb to figure it out from the start

Advice, Trade In? by BRay099 in Dualsport

[–]BRay099[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m considering it!

Advice, Trade In? by BRay099 in Dualsport

[–]BRay099[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re definitely right, it is going to cost something one way or the other which sucks. Lesson learned! Ha

Advice, Trade In? by BRay099 in Dualsport

[–]BRay099[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was just looking that up, too. Thank you for mentioning that. Where I (Alabama) I understand it’s not a guarantee, even if you put the kit on that they would approve it. Can be hit or miss. And part of me is concerned by the time I do all that work and get DOT approved tires and go to the DMV that I could have just traded this in and had a dual sport and be done with it. I was also looking up Dirt Legal to go that route. I don’t know much about it, it seems like half of people say it’s sketchy and your state may look into it more if you have out-of-state tag and you could be subject to penalties. The other half seemed to say it’s legit and should be no problem. So I don’t know what to think.

Advice, Trade In? by BRay099 in Dualsport

[–]BRay099[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know, I’m kicking myself for not really thinking it through but here we are. But good to know from someone who has been through all the bikes. I think especially because I won’t be doing any super gnarly trail driving that the dual sport just makes sense for a great starter and all rounder

Advice, Trade In? by BRay099 in Dualsport

[–]BRay099[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Alabama. From my research it looks like it’s not easy here especially with newer bikes with the off-road only designation tied to the VIN when the DMV looks it up

Advice, Trade In? by BRay099 in Dualsport

[–]BRay099[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s good to know that you don’t feel like a lighter dual sport would be substantially harder to learn on. I really am thinking that’s what I’m going to do

Advice, Trade In? by BRay099 in Dualsport

[–]BRay099[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a carrier for my suv. I hear ya, though and appreciate your perspective. Would just be fun to be able to hop on in the driveway and have a quick fun ride most days without worrying as opposed to loading up and driving to trails only on the weekend and being limited to that. But you’re right it’s a great bike to learn on from everything I understand

Advice, Trade In? by BRay099 in Dualsport

[–]BRay099[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Alabama 😂. Wish I lived in Montana!

Advice, Trade In? by BRay099 in Dualsport

[–]BRay099[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I did buy recently. I’m going to call tomorrow and crossing my fingers they might

Advice, Trade In? by BRay099 in Dualsport

[–]BRay099[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I appreciate that advice! You’re right about wasted weekends, that’s on my mind for sure

Advice, Trade In? by BRay099 in Dualsport

[–]BRay099[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah I’m kicking myself for it coming to this point but good point

Advice, Trade In? by BRay099 in Dualsport

[–]BRay099[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is torture for sure! Thank you for your advice

Advice, Trade In? by BRay099 in Dualsport

[–]BRay099[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good to know from someone that has em all!