I've had very few problems with my '91 KLR. The bodywork is a bit cheesy and pops off after a while of hard use (bumpy roads and trails). Mechanically, the motor and gearbox are very strong. This is not a cutting-edge machine by today's standards, but for adventure touring thats a plus. It's a bit more street oriendted then the XR but with a set of knobbies and smaller front sproket, it's very capable on the worst roads.
Like any bike, there are things you'll want to do to it before taking off around the world, though.
Kurt
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