09 KLX250s Thread

TomN · 11-05-2008, 05:59 AM

The KLX250s thread is so hugh I cannot find the stuff that works for the 09 so I thought we should have a thread just for it.

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I heard the rear rack at cycleracks.com will fit the 09
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Larger footpegs, I have been told these fit
http://www.imsproducts.com/

And

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/94-07...Q5fAccessories
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As far as I know there are no tanks that "fit" the 09, there are problems with the choke knob. Hopefully someone will make one soon.
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This won't help with bent bars, but the generic Kawasaki bar risers on Twisted Throttle fit my '09. I think I went with a 30mm rise, all cables and whatnot worked fine.
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I have heard good things about the Slipsreamer Spitfire for a wind shield
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Skid Plate
http://www.rockymountainatv.com/prod...#vehicleSelect

GB · 11-05-2008, 01:01 PM

I've added Cycra Pro U bend handguards and a Ricochet skid plate. I will be replacing the stock carb with a Mikuni pumper carb and that's about it.

p.s. I also have the Metzeler Six Day Extreme knobbies for it. The stock tires are no good in the mud, they plug up pretty badly..

TomN · 11-05-2008, 01:41 PM

I have Maier Woods Pro handguards on the way, I will let everyone know how they fit.

Skooter · 11-05-2008, 04:47 PM

Here's mine.

NJ-GS · 11-05-2008, 06:36 PM

I have a 1200GS right now. I use it mainly on pavement, although it's seen some gravel roads. I got the GS instead of a 1200RT mainly because I anticipated dropping the bike (done it a couple times--low speed, no speed), and I didn't want to mess up all that nice fairing on an RT. Plus, it's friggin cool. The GS is an outstanding bike, a keeper.

However, due to the GS's size and frankly, cost, I'm reluctant take it into serious dirt. I also lack any experience with off-road riding. I'm interested in getting something small and light for short rides and to get into the dirty side of motorcycling.

Part of my "scheme" is for this second bike to be for my daughter to learn on when she comes of age for driving in a little over a year. Note that at 5'10", she's almost as tall as me.

I'm intrigued by the KLX250S. Is this the right bike or should I be considering something else, instead of or in addition to?

tbirdsp · 11-05-2008, 09:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NJ-GS

I'm intrigued by the KLX250S. Is this the right bike or should I be considering something else, instead of or in addition to?

Sounds like the perfect bike for what you want. If your daughter was short I might say different, but she's got an inch on me.

GB · 11-06-2008, 07:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NJ-GS

I'm intrigued by the KLX250S. Is this the right bike or should I be considering something else, instead of or in addition to?

I have a 1200GS and I'd never even consider riding it in the woods. The KLX250S for me is perfect and I also share it with my 15 year old son.

MrOrgazmo · 07-07-2009, 06:35 PM

I'm proud of my 2009 KLX and all my mods.

Let me know what you guys think...

bobfab · 07-09-2009, 05:27 AM

Hey guys,

I have been lurking this thread for a while and finally got the itch to ask the question:

It appears that the target buyer of this bike is looking for a capable offroad street-legal machine of the 250 variety. Im sure you are all pretty familiar with the market offerings & associated costs (WR250r, 250xcw, tc250, etc...). Why did you choose this bike over the WR250r? Do you regret it, was it worth the cost savings?

I know im talking to a biased bunch of enthusiasts here, but what the hell... sell me on it

skubidoobie · 07-09-2009, 07:13 AM

My gf might be getting a new KLX250S, as her first bike. I was quoted about $4500 out the door at 2 places, so I'll have to let them battle it out if we pull the trigger. The only thing I want is an oversized tank that's a bolt on with no mods required, any luck with that yet?

GB · 07-10-2009, 05:11 PM

Nothing yet that's a bolt on and ride..

redpillar · 07-10-2009, 06:53 PM

I really enjoy my KLX, it is a fun bike to ride, fairly inexpensive, cheap to run and will go anywhere my bones want to go. I wish it had more power for highway running but you can't have everything.
I do not like the noise of the Muzzy exhaust but without it the bike is pretty tame.

Skooter · 07-09-2009, 08:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bobfab

Hey guys,

I have been lurking this thread for a while and finally got the itch to ask the question:

It appears that the target buyer of this bike is looking for a capable offroad street-legal machine of the 250 variety. Im sure you are all pretty familiar with the market offerings & associated costs (WR250r, 250xcw, tc250, etc...). Why did you choose this bike over the WR250r? Do you regret it, was it worth the cost savings?

I know im talking to a biased bunch of enthusiasts here, but what the hell... sell me on it

$1000 price difference is huge for a $5000 bike. I certainly don't regret getting the KLX; I love it.. If I'd paid $6000 for a WR, I'd probably have permanent buyer's remorse knowing I could've gotten a KLX for $1000 less.

punkenduro · 07-10-2009, 02:23 PM

~ a 1100 dollars will take this bike a long way.

jet kit $60
free mods $0
skid plate $80
bars and guards $150
fork springs $200
tires $160
bigger tank $200
pipe $250

another $600 turns that bike into a 350.

Fireman1000 · 07-12-2009, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrOrgazmo

I'm proud of my 2009 KLX and all my mods.

Let me know what you guys think...

What tires are those, and what rise bars?

11-05-2008, 05:59 AM	#1
TomN ^OP Beastly Adventurer Joined: May 2005 Location: Chalfont, PA Oddometer: 2,477	09 KLX250s Thread The KLX250s thread is so hugh I cannot find the stuff that works for the 09 so I thought we should have a thread just for it. ------------------------------------------- I heard the rear rack at cycleracks.com will fit the 09 ------------------------------------------ Larger footpegs, I have been told these fit http://www.imsproducts.com/ And http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/94-07...Q5fAccessories ------------------------------------------ As far as I know there are no tanks that "fit" the 09, there are problems with the choke knob. Hopefully someone will make one soon. --------------------------------------- This won't help with bent bars, but the generic Kawasaki bar risers on Twisted Throttle fit my '09. I think I went with a 30mm rise, all cables and whatnot worked fine. -------------------------------------------------- I have heard good things about the Slipsreamer Spitfire for a wind shield ------------------------------------------------- Skid Plate http://www.rockymountainatv.com/prod...#vehicleSelect __________________ 2011 DL650 2009 KLX250S TomN screwed with this post 11-06-2008 at 09:21 AM

11-05-2008, 01:01 PM	#2
GB Mod Squad Joined: Aug 2002 Location: Toronto, ON Oddometer: 53,466	I've added Cycra Pro U bend handguards and a Ricochet skid plate. I will be replacing the stock carb with a Mikuni pumper carb and that's about it. p.s. I also have the Metzeler Six Day Extreme knobbies for it. The stock tires are no good in the mud, they plug up pretty badly.. __________________ ADV decals, patches & flag? Here

11-05-2008, 01:41 PM	#3
TomN ^OP Beastly Adventurer Joined: May 2005 Location: Chalfont, PA Oddometer: 2,477	I have Maier Woods Pro handguards on the way, I will let everyone know how they fit. __________________ 2011 DL650 2009 KLX250S

11-05-2008, 04:47 PM	#4
Skooter people suck Joined: Sep 2008 Location: middle TN Oddometer: 233	Here's mine. Attached Images

11-05-2008, 06:36 PM	#5
NJ-GS Studly Adventurer Joined: Mar 2007 Location: Fareast PA (formerly NJ) Oddometer: 768	Second bike? I have a 1200GS right now. I use it mainly on pavement, although it's seen some gravel roads. I got the GS instead of a 1200RT mainly because I anticipated dropping the bike (done it a couple times--low speed, no speed), and I didn't want to mess up all that nice fairing on an RT. Plus, it's friggin cool. The GS is an outstanding bike, a keeper. However, due to the GS's size and frankly, cost, I'm reluctant take it into serious dirt. I also lack any experience with off-road riding. I'm interested in getting something small and light for short rides and to get into the dirty side of motorcycling. Part of my "scheme" is for this second bike to be for my daughter to learn on when she comes of age for driving in a little over a year. Note that at 5'10", she's almost as tall as me. I'm intrigued by the KLX250S. Is this the right bike or should I be considering something else, instead of or in addition to? __________________ A serious side effect of life is death. Ride while you can.

07-07-2009, 06:35 PM	#8
MrOrgazmo n00b Joined: Jul 2009 Oddometer: 1	My 2009 KLX250S I'm proud of my 2009 KLX and all my mods. Let me know what you guys think...

07-09-2009, 05:27 AM	#9
bobfab Studly Adventurer Joined: May 2009 Location: Westminster CO Oddometer: 799	Hey guys, I have been lurking this thread for a while and finally got the itch to ask the question: It appears that the target buyer of this bike is looking for a capable offroad street-legal machine of the 250 variety. Im sure you are all pretty familiar with the market offerings & associated costs (WR250r, 250xcw, tc250, etc...). Why did you choose this bike over the WR250r? Do you regret it, was it worth the cost savings? I know im talking to a biased bunch of enthusiasts here, but what the hell... sell me on it __________________ Project Labor of Love: 1972 CT90 Rebuild Current Stable: DRZ400 \| VFR800 \| DRZ250 \| CT90 \| CB125 Need an airfilter for your DRZ250!? I have too many, PM ME

07-09-2009, 07:13 AM	#10
skubidoobie Loves to Ride Joined: Jun 2009 Location: Westfield, Hell Oddometer: 90	My gf might be getting a new KLX250S, as her first bike. I was quoted about $4500 out the door at 2 places, so I'll have to let them battle it out if we pull the trigger. The only thing I want is an oversized tank that's a bolt on with no mods required, any luck with that yet?

07-10-2009, 05:11 PM	#11
GB Mod Squad Joined: Aug 2002 Location: Toronto, ON Oddometer: 53,466	Nothing yet that's a bolt on and ride.. __________________ ADV decals, patches & flag? Here

07-10-2009, 06:53 PM	#12
redpillar Studly Adventurer Joined: Aug 2008 Location: Vancouver Island Oddometer: 796	I really enjoy my KLX, it is a fun bike to ride, fairly inexpensive, cheap to run and will go anywhere my bones want to go. I wish it had more power for highway running but you can't have everything. I do not like the noise of the Muzzy exhaust but without it the bike is pretty tame. __________________ ACROSS B.C. ON A KLX IDAHO AND MONTANA ON MY KLX 1200 MILE OREGON LOOP WASHINGTON DISCOVERY TRAIL

07-10-2009, 02:23 PM	#14
punkenduro now in a cage... Joined: Aug 2008 Location: Murrieta, Ca Oddometer: 737	~ a 1100 dollars will take this bike a long way. jet kit $60 free mods $0 skid plate $80 bars and guards $150 fork springs $200 tires $160 bigger tank $200 pipe $250 another $600 turns that bike into a 350. __________________ the bike, the ride reports, and what ive riden this week, da cage? “There is no flag large enough to cover the shame of killing innocent people.” howard zinn

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