The Complete KLX250/KLX300 Long Term Review Thread

I'm not anywhere near these areas, but I do own both an '09 klx250s and an '09 klx140. I've gotta pull the tank off the 250 this weekend for some carb tweaking and I can see how it fits on the 140. I kinda doubt the 140 shrouds will work with the 250 tank though. If you're interested I'll give it a shot and can throw some pics along with the results up when I'm done.

Quick gas range question for you all; I just got back from Death Valley and I'm hoping to find a way to get some more range out of my bike. I have a 2009 KLX with a 331 and most other mods. It has the IMS 3 gallon tank, plus the 1.1 gallon aluminum tank that goes on the left rear. My range is probably around 175 or so, never actually ran it to dry.

What is the best way to increase range? I would love to not have to strap on a rotopax type mount. For the 2009+ is there a bigger tank than the IMS 3 gallon?

I would feel much better heading way out into the desert if I had a 250+ mile range, as is now I get a bit worried taking off out there.

Thanks.

I believe you have the biggest gas tank you can get for the KLX. I guess you could try and work on improving the gas mileage. I get 51 mpg based on my mods (below). I recently got a Kolpin gas can (1.5 gals.) for extra miles. I've seen many put two of these on their bikes.

Here's how I did mine.
http://www.kawasakiforums.com/forum/klx-250s-71/safe-transport-kolpin-its-side-39358/

You have on beautiful KLX there bud, glad to here the bike is feeling like a new one, I'll be getting some suspension work done sometime in Jan/Feb :) Looking forward to it!

What kind of differences are you noticing? I did read that you haven't had much time but I'm eager to know!

Does anyone know if there is a way to bleed the air on an 09 since it's short "bleeders" up front?

The Acerbis 3.7 gallon tank will fit the 2009+, but the fit is not quite as nice as with the 06/07. https://gsnorcal.smugmug.com/gallery/5326416_wmUMY#!i=325391696&k=swZcE
Plus that's a hefty price to pay for just 0.7 additional, unless you can find a buyer for the IMS. Acerbis tank does offer some nice radiator protection. I really like mine. I've pulled 200 miles all loaded up on one tank (with a few oz to spare). As mentioned above, maybe work on jetting to fine tune and improve the mileage. Good for you for acquiring one of those Bake 1.1 gal aluminum tanks.

I see guys doing a long Idaho ride using fuel bladders. Strap to the bike or around their neck, and empty it into the bike asap.

The pic above is the 3.7 gallon Acerbis tank. I have that exact tank on my '09, but it is not a straight bolt on...some minor details to work out. It is also available in green. It doesn't drain the last 0.5 gallon or so without tipping the bike to the side repeatedly, but at least the gas is there. I've gone about 180 miles without running completely dry...but close.

Very cool.....I like it

I had heard that those tanks can be made to work, but it seems like a lot of money and effort to get not much extra gas. From what I've read (may or may not be true) you end up with a realistically usable amount of like 3.5 gallons at best. That's only a half gallon more than my IMS that's already on there.

I wish IMS would make a 4.7 gallon like they do for the WR.

Awesome!
I also doubt the 140 shrouds will work. Maybe the 250 shrouds? With a bit of cutting? A guy could work with that.
Looking forward to seeing the pictures!
Post up pix of all the problems too. There are some clever people here that may have solutions!

Thanks

I put the .44kg MotoPro springs in the front a couple years ago and got rid of that front end dive. It used to feel like I was going to go over the bars when pulling up to a red light.Good info on all the suspension starting points, but what do you weigh?
What's that sticker you have on the front fender??
Dan

If you haven't valved it...consider. I did the spring first. Then RaceTech gold valves. mmmmm
Nice improvement. 200 lbs dry. Acerbis tank. 0.46 fork springs. 6.0 shock spring.

Couple pics from my recent trip to Death Valley.

Feel free to PM or email me from here for any information about the tensioner. I can attach the instructions for installation which include adjustment process too, but that information is also posted on the site too.

I'm always open to messages or even phone calls. That's part of the fun of doing the tensioners. Fact is that's how TNC and I got together to do the first 250 tensioner - he contacted me and asked if it was possible - it was and we did.

Great shots!! I like that type of desolate beauty.
Glad you made it out of there alive.

Thanks, I already went to the website and read the instructions. If I have any trouble when I eventually have to adjust it I will ask but it seems like you kept it pretty simple so hopefully I can't even screw it up.

I installed one a few months ago. Very easy to adjust with the engine warm and running.

Is a MCCT a should do? I know that on pre 2003 DRZ's it is. Has there been some failures out there?
Or is this just,to be on the safe side, install on the KLX?