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2 up on a KLR?....Let's tell it like it will be!!!

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Originally Posted by STG06 (Post 213151)

DWight......The biggest issue I see, as a rider of a mightly KLR, might be the back seat.....probably not the best bike for 2 up.....However, very short lower milage days might work....although you may need extra planning to ensure appropriately frequent and comfortable stopping spots and allow you to avoid the night rides....

Also depends on your passenger's approach.... if it's mostly your idea and she's reluctant, you may end up with a lot of extra worries about her comfort etc. ..that may impact your experience of the trip....if she's keen then that may help overcome some degree of inconvenience discomfort etc.

You will likely have to pay a little attention to your route as a Jan 15 departure date may make some higher altitude roads less desirable due to weather...

It has seemed to me that the actual experience is always better than the imagined experience - sometimes different but most always better.

Another way of looking at it is to ask whether will you have a chance to do it again if you don't do it and then later regret it.....yolo...

Stephen

It will be ok for you and horrible for your wife! If you are going to drag her along, get a bigger more comfortable bike for her to ride on. If you cannot afford one......go alone!
IMHO.....personally I have problems riding that distance alone on a KLR not to mention sticking your wife on the back.......thinking "OVERLOAD?" And your gear? where will that go?

I would venture to say you are more likely to get robbed in Hawaii than in Mexico and Central America. The dollar is very strong right now against the peso. If you do decide to take her, brake her in slowly but visiting some colonial cites and beautiful coastal beaches. I wouldn't push it and go with the flow. I have been to Mexico several times and I have had zero problems. I have also seem many motorcyclists from the states on the road in Mexico. Sleep well, eat well and slow down and enjoy the people and their culture. Headed to Copper end of March, chomping at the bits. Good luck, ride safe and whatever you do keep the misses happy.

Hi There
Apparently, it's really tough to sell your bike in Costa Rica. It's like Mexico, they track the fact you rode in on your passport so it can be a hassle to fly out without it. In Panama, they're much looser in this regard. Last january we sold our bikes for cash in Panama City and flew home with no problems.
Have a great trip