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Old 09-28-2010, 09:18 AM   #11
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Electosport makes the stators I've been looking at.

They used to make a 400w that was very problematic. They actually still had it listed on their website until a week or two ago when I emailed and asked for info on it. Then it was magically deleted from the site overnight and I was told they don't make it anymore. LOL

They also have a 280w, and from what I can find, that has been a pretty stable unit. That's the one I'm considering, but you're right, I'm always leery of *aftermarket* electrical stuff like that.
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Old 09-28-2010, 09:30 AM   #12
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I understand. I know they have their purpose. It's just not my thing. Seems like everyone on this board is buying one of these bikes lately.
We are getting older and tired of riding uncomfortable sportbikes and found a way to be a hooligan without having to worry about speeding tickets. Off road riding is a blast.
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Old 09-28-2010, 09:30 AM   #13
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It's been a while since I swapped bikes, so I didn't know about the 280w version. All the problems I've heard about were with the 400w one.
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Old 09-28-2010, 09:32 AM   #14
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Re the dual sport thing: also, once you get the adventure bug and realize most of the roads on the planet aren't paved, the decision to buy a dual sport becomes a no brainer.
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Old 09-28-2010, 10:06 AM   #15
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It's been a while since I swapped bikes, so I didn't know about the 280w version. All the problems I've heard about were with the 400w one.
Yup been looking at the 280 one too, it is a pretty solid unit. Also didnt give up the cbr
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Old 09-28-2010, 10:10 AM   #16
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It obviously won't get the powdercoat treatment LOL, but I will be painting fairings and making it one solid color.
Make it something hi-viz.

And congrats. I still think the BMW would have been better, but I totally see your reasoning for the KLR.
At that price, it could be your bike just for this trip and the occasional punishment ride.
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Old 09-28-2010, 10:33 AM   #17
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Speaking of which . . . you should come down to Clayton for this year's dual sport ride. October 14th-17th at Clayton State Park.
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Old 09-28-2010, 03:09 PM   #18
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Old 09-28-2010, 03:21 PM   #19
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4. I paid $1500 for it.

Freakin' BONUS. Congrats!
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Old 09-28-2010, 04:16 PM   #20
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Congrats on the new bike.

It sounds like an awesome trip and this is just the machine for it.

Need a bigger garage yet?
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