1. Consider upgrading to a 600+ cc bike. It doesn't have to be a Bonneville, but doing tons of miles on a small bike is terribly boring. A 250 can do it, but for a ton of straight back roads, you'll want to go 70-80mph.
   
   
2. Don't wear a backpack, put everything in your luggage or pockets. Wearing a backpack that for much bouncing is going to fuck up your back and shoulders, wearing you out faster.
   
   
3. If you plan on hitting national parks (plural), you can buy an $80 annual pass and you're gtg for all of them.
   
   
4. Raingear isn't as important as cold gear. Warm gloves and another layer will keep you on the road longer. Rain gear is nice to have, but usually you can stop for a bit or something as it passes. Cold days don't go away, and from now to mid October, anything north of Colorado or 6000ft can get cold.
   
   
5. Supplies needed are going to be super minimal. There's not that many stretches where you are more than 20 miles from a gas stop, supermarket, or other store. Most of the stuff needed to live (snacks, toiletries, etc.) can be picked up as you go. What gets harder is motorcycle specific gear, so get that sorted first.
   
   
6. Throttle Lock, you're welcome. Just being able to rest your hand for a bit is a godsend.
   
   As far as actual route goes, I'm not much help. Most of my trips are usually upper Midwest/Mountain area, and that's quite out of your way. Stay off freeways if you can help it, ask locals, and have fun just wandering around. Doing a long trip is a bit scary, but I did 7100 miles in 19 days the first year I was riding, so I'm sure you can do it.
   
   Edit: there's lots of killer roads out there, but one that I know of that shouldn't be terribly out of your way is 128 out of Moab.

The bike has 1800 miles on it. It came with Renthal bars, ProTaper grips, some Acerbis replacement plastics, and a IMMIX racing rack. It's sitting on Dunlop 606's. The only things I could find wrong with it were the dented muffler, bent brake levers, and missing oem mirrors.

I would appreciate some recommendations for these upgrades:

• Wide foot pegs
  
• Brake and clutch levers, I was considering these budget levers
  
• Better mirrors, I can't see a damn thing without crouching to one side
  
• Integrated tail light
  
• Upgrade to the headlight, either a drop in LED or a full replacement
  
• Low profile turn signals
  
• Bark busters, I was considering Acerbis Rally Pro X-Strong
  
  Any mandatory mods or other upgrades I should consider? I plan on jetting, 3x3 mod, and getting a full exhaust down the road some. I'm still using borrowed gear at the moment so I need to buy that before I get too crazy.

I purchased one of these for my bike and swear by it. It's called a Cramp Buster and allows you to rest your palm of your hand on the throttle so you don't have to continue squeezing it. Wonderful for longer rides.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001L9KI56/

You can get something like this: https://www.amazon.com/KiWAV-motorcycle-accelerator-assistant-universal/dp/B009YEYLFI

You could also add a rudimentary cruise control: https://www.amazon.com/CRUISE-2wheelride-gca1bk-universal-Acelerador/dp/B00ERXG4TM/ref=sr_1_4?crid=283IHULS1C16R&keywords=motorcycle+cruise+control&qid=1566676187&s=gateway&sprefix=motorcycle+cruise+%2Caps%2C266&sr=8-4

i've got a throttle lock that helps a lot:

http://www.amazon.com/2Wheel-Ride-GC-1-Motorcycle-Throttle/dp/B0055QOKC8/

and a cramp buster can help as well:

http://www.amazon.com/automotive/dp/B000GZPH2U

both are super cheap and really help on long rides.

Get earplugs or earbuds to protect your ears (and possibly for music). Plugphones?

Cruise Control

If you need stands (i.e. if your bike doesn't have a centerstand) and chain cleaning stuff, you can get that on Amazon.

You can get supplemental tools for your toolkit and just general emergency stuff (first aid, etc) from Amazon.

If you don't have a battery tender, get one of those.

If you're going to spend a bundle on amazon.com, consider using smile.amazon.com. Part of the $ from your purchase will go to the charity of your choice. Costs you nothing.

From my Google doc:

• gsxr front end
  
• protek ll-45 lowering links (at stock height, from previous owner)
  
• delkevic 320mm ss tri-oval slip-on exhaust (w/o baffle)
  
• vortex v3 keyless gas cap
  
• oem sv tank pad (990D0-16G00-PAD)
  
• generic mirror plug blanks
  
• mzs black shorty levers
  
• yamaha r6 throttle sleeve
  
• speed bleeders f/r
  
• targa fender eliminator
  
• targa mini oval turn signals
  
• sbl ba9s led turn signal bulbs
  
• generic led flasher relay
  
• sbl lsc-100a brake light strobe module
  
• opt7 fluxbeam cree h4 led headlight
  
• vortex steel 520 sprockets 15f/47r (15/45 stock)
  
• rk racing gb520xso chain
  
• svracing captured rear wheel spacer kit
  
• smartmoto dealer mode tool
  
• tps adjustment (set to ~1600 rpm)
  
• sv1000 air snorkel (13891-16G20)

Height should be your biggest concern.

I'm 5'11", with kinda short legs, too. I couldn't ride this bike if it were any higher. You can get lowering links, and a different seat, and you should be OK - right about where I'm at, but it may never be "like a glove" comfortable.

It will totally get the city job done. Little box on the back, and you're good to go. When they hit potholes, and nearly lose it, you'll float over like nothing. Mine is a daily commuter and a weekend warrior. There is nothing this bike won't do "pretty ok".

Riding is riding. Unless you're trying to keep up with people doing 80+, you'll be just fine. The bike is as much fun as any other bike on the street at <60mph. I've ridden with groups of guys on harleys, groups of older guys on Can-Am and Goldwing trikes, adventure bike groups, groups of kids on dirtbikes, families on atvs, and in giant packs of streetbikes on weekend evenings.

Travelling far distance ... don't do it unless you're comfortable on a bike already. Riding for hours on end can play tricks with your concentration and whatnot. If you must, and you're not that experienced, plan on a 15-20 minute break for every hour riding. Just do it.

Here's some shit that I learned the hard way:

Change the oil/filters before you go, and check the plug. Check your air filter after 1000 miles of highway/trail. Plan your trip to avoid interstate. You will be much more relaxed on smaller highways, and you won't have as many trucks and their drafts to contend with. Calculate your gas mileage at every fillup. Little problems can show up as dropping mileage before they become big problems. Put some flat stop in your tubes. Give the tires a push check before starting every time. Bring rain riding gear, and hope you don't need it. Get a throttle lock. Either a good one or a cheap one. The KLR will vibrate your hands numb, you will need to get your hand off the bars for a bit. Wear a camelback water bag. A good GPS/phone mount that offers visibility without having to look away from the road is really nice when going through unfamiliar towns. Make sure you have a usb charger if you don't have a 12v socket. for your gps/phone on the bike. Carry extra cheap eye protection. One of those ATV seat pads can help if you get a sore ass easily. Don't beeline it to your destination - make a point to include a side-trip up a mountain or something as often as you can.

I think you'll end up liking the bike, and you'll end up going on that "adventure" ride sooner than you think :)

Lanesplitting is as easy as you want it to be, with no panniers. It starts to get hairy above 60, because after that the KLR just doesn't have the instant go that you need to zip through smaller spaces. So at those speeds, you're more like a cruiser bike. But at city speeds, once you've been in the saddle a few months, it feels really small in traffic.

Levers are very easy to replace. You can get:
OEM replacements from Partzilla, AVS or CRG RC2 levers from DROWsports, Steady Garage, Hard Racing etc.

I went with a cheap set off Amazon that someone had recommend on the HGN forum. The fit perfectly and work as you’d expect them.

What kind of bike?

Also, since this is likely temporary, you might be better off with a motorcycle wrist support or a crampbuster

Take it from me, if you're a seasoned rider, changing up the controls scheme can potentially be very dangerous if you don't practice adjusting to it a LOT.

CC is an excellent invention. I use this on all my bikes without ECC.

Rain gear

Hydrate and trail mix

A throttle lock

https://www.amazon.com/Go-Cruise-Motorcycle-Throttle-Control/dp/B00TIEATVY/ref=sr_1_14?keywords=motorcycle+cruise+control&qid=1566491759&s=gateway&sr=8-14

Go around your bike and look at every fastener. Get the tool that is required and put it in your tool bag

A dry sack

https://www.amazon.com/Earth-Pak-Waterproof-Dry-Bag/dp/B01GZCUDC6/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=dry+sack&qid=1566491799&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUExWEdHN1JXMjc3S1NUJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMDY4ODExMjFEUTQxSEFXUU5OQyZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMjE1MTQwMTFaNUFWOVBPVUs2RSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

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Attach it with Rok Straps

https://www.amazon.com/ROK-Straps-ROK-10050-Black-Reflective/dp/B00JAKIEAY/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=rok+straps&qid=1566491879&s=gateway&sr=8-3

A tire patch kit. Won't help if your tire is flat, an electric pump is nice, but room is limited for you. Hand pump?

https://www.amazon.com/Slime-1034-T-Handle-Tire-Plug/dp/B000ET525K/ref=sr_1_7?keywords=tire+plug+kit&qid=1566492644&s=gateway&sr=8-7

https://www.myrouteapp.com/routelab is a good way to lay out routes and download to a motorcycle specific GPS. You may not need this. When we do trips, I lay out the route and share the folder with friends and they can download from this site and upload to their GPS. Did I mention you may not need this.

Don't go full digital on anything. Maps etc. Buy an atlas, cut out the states you're going through and highlight your planned path. Now put states that are near each other on opposite sides (Kansas on one side, Missouri on the other side) and go to OfficeMax and laminate it. Make them a size that will fit in your tank bag map pouch.

There is no such thing as too much gas. There is such a a thing as too little. These don't suck.

https://www.amazon.com/Lixada-Outdoor-Camping-Kerosene-Alcohol/dp/B0116HTH18/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=gas+bottle&qid=1566492147&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyUTdCWU8yVU9JU1hWJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwMTIwNjQ5MlVRUEdBRjBGMDFEUCZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwOTQ2MDA3MVVQNjFHVk9UWDJXQyZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

Motrin on the regular

Alternate foot position! Highway pegs are great.

Start with brand new tires. Hopefully they will last the entire trip, because you're looking at about 4k or more miles.

Battery Brick

https://www.amazon.com/20000mAH-Portable-Comkes-External-Smartphone/dp/B07F2YPBD2/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=battery+brick&qid=1566492328&s=gateway&sr=8-5

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This is or something like it for the various stuff you may need to charge at night in the motel room.

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Charger-Foldable-PowerPort-Samsung/dp/B00VH8G1SY/ref=sr_1_8?keywords=USB+charger+multiport&qid=1566492374&s=gateway&sr=8-8

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Plan your stops and check out the reviews of the motels before hand. When I roll into a town, I pull over (when I have cell signal) and open Google Maps and type "motels in town X" and start looking at prices and reading reviews.

Before you pay, ask the rate and ask to see a room. If it's a dump, you don't have to get your money back. Ask me how I learned this was a good way to go.

Get an early start. Don't ride past dark. You better be riding in the warm, I assume you don't have heated gear. Colorado is cold at altitude, especially after dark, even in the summer.

Get a balaclava.

Ear plugs!!!!

Speaking from experiance on this.

• new chain, new sprockets, new tires.... nothing worse than having to do this while on the road.
  
  
• comfortable seat.
  
  
• try to keep it to 300 miles a day, anything more and you don't get to see much.
  
  
• the gs750, a small windscreen will do wonders.
  
  
• earplugs, or noise isolating in ear ear phones (tunes!).
  
  
• I like my bikes to have some kind of highway pegs. if you can move your legs around helps with the circulation. If you can reach the rear pegs, use them too.
  
  
• get one of these. Go Cruise throttle lock
  
  
• Stay Hydrated, get a camelback, use it!
  
  
• Have fun!

So here is my 2018 MT-09 and the mods I have. Various pictures, at different stages.

Newer pics

Older pic

Mods:

akrapovic exhaust w/ ECU flashed by vcyclenut

MZS Bar End Mirrors (not put on yet)

MZS Short levers

Progrip 724BlackRed 724 Superbike Grips

Windscreen

K-Tech RCU Razor-R Rear Shock

TST flush mount turn signals

TST Fender eliminator

Blaster LED integrated taillight

T-Rex frame sliders

Red intake stickers

Auxiliary lighting

Switch for aux lighting

wiring harness for aux lighting

Radiator guard

Corbin seat

I just made my first camping long road trip(1000miles) in march and had a great time. First let me say that nothing about a motot trip is comfortable. I have modded my KLR every which way and while it helped a lot it was still miserable at times. That being said I cant WAIT to do it again. SO WORTH IT.
This is in no way an official list, this is just MY list:

• TOOLS - Along with the KLR tool kit bring a socket for every major bolt as well as allen keys and Channel lock pliers big and small(imo)
  
• If you dont know how to remove\change a tire LEARN BEFORE YOU LEAVE
  
• Seat. I have a bony butt and have problems with long hours on the flat KLR seat. I tried several seats and ended up keeping the SeatConcepts commuter. The pan offered a variety of positions that would change pressure points and i stayed on the bike all day.
  
• Highway pegs to go with the seat.
  
• A proper windshield - I bought the KLRDash(love it, im 6'3") to mount charger and phone and it works really well with my medium Kawasaki windshield i got from the dealer
  
• Throttle lock - i have this and with a zip-tie it works great
  
• Some way to charge your stuff(i have a usb plug wired to my batt)
  
• Phone mount for gps
  
• Tank Bag- map, microfiber, chargers, snacks, knife, firearm(with proper licensing) ect..ect..
  
• I bought tusk panniers but there are a hundred ways to pack gear that don't require purchases
  
• A long cord lock of some sort to secure your gear. Sometimes you'll leave your bike and you cant bring all your stuff with you. i use a Walmart bike lock and honestly surprised i haven't lost any gear lol
  
• EAR PLUGS - Headphones are nice, helmet Bluetooth is better but there are just some times when NO noise is the best noise
  
• Prepare for colder temperatures than you're expecting. I've only had to make this mistake once lol
  
• bring a qt of oil and check your levels OFTEN.
  
  Nice-to-haves:
  
• 16t front sprocket
  
• Proper tires for terrain you expect to encounter
  
• lowered pegs(if needed)
  
• handlebar risers(if needed)

I just completed my list of aesthetic mods and I figured I'd share it with you all!

Since I bought my bike (09 SV650A) last May, I have made a few aesthetic mods:

• Black Bar End Mirrors
  
  
  
• Black Adjustable Levers
  
  
  
• LED Halo Headlight
  
  
• LED Turn Signals
  
  I feel the bike is much cleaner looking. The mirrors and turn signals especially were not the prettiest.
  
  Look forward to any questions you may have!

A little dated but mostly good stuff. I'm a little dated too but I have learned a few things in my forty years of moto touring. So I'll share.

The only time I ever eat McDonald's is when on the road and then I hit them often. The egg mcmuffin may be the best road food ever. The egg mcmuffin combo is the only thing I ever order.

Ibuprofen (Advil) is also great and easier on the stomach. If you get hurt badly, advil and aspirin taken together does wonders. My doctor brother suggested it - four hundred mile ride home with broken ribs made me a believer.

Add insect repellent to the things you should have handy, in your tank bag is best. Keep your advil / aspirin in there too. And a ChapStick thing. And a pen / pencil. My smallish swiss army knife lives in my tank bag.

A leatherman type multitool should be added to your tool kit. I keep mine in my tank bag because I use it probably daily for one thing or another. Pack a selection of cable ties (get mil spec if you can) - half a dozen each in sizes from teensy to honking big. A small roll of electrical tape and some duck tape are essential.

For years decades I packed a pocket sewing kit. A couple years ago, the first time I ever needed to use it, I found I had somehow forgotten it or maybe lost it. Snagged one at the 7-11 next morning gas stop. :-\

Don't forget chain lube! If you don't have a clever swing arm stand/lift thingy to raise your rear wheel (as I do - they're compact, lightweight, inexpensive, indispensable) just spray the parts of the chain that you can every time you gas up.

We mostly camp with a few cheap motel stays here and there. Don't try to carry cooking equipment and food and shit. Have some coffee while you strike your (minimal) camp. Jetboil stove is all you need. Starbucks Via instant coffee is pretty damn good! If you take cream and or sugar mix a batch and put in a ziplock bag. I confess to adding some cocoa powder to mine. :) Then hit the McDonald's or if you have a bit of time a local diner is even better. Freeze dried foods like Mountain House aren't horrible and all you need is your jetboil. The mac n cheese is pretty good. Add some dry sausage and you've got a fine camp meal. There's another thing I only eat when touring, beans and weenies. Last gas stop pick up a can of beans and some hotdogs. Heat it up in your jetboil. Yum. I finally broke down and bought a compact folding chair (from REI). Should have done it years ago.

A cap or hat is another great item for the tankbag. As is a flattened soda can or other kickstand plate for when the ground is soft and also useful on asphalt parking lots on hot days.

If you wear glasses, pack a spare. You have no idea what a pain (and expense) it is to deal with a broken eyeglass frame far from home.

Have a spare set of Rok straps (nobody uses bungee cords anymore). You might be very happy you did.

Make sure you have an ICE - In Case of Emergency - entry in your contacts. Insurance info - carrier, policy number etc. - you hope not to need but its good to have. I keep it on my phone in a note. It's also not a bad idea to record your credit card info in case you lose your wallet. Name, account number, customer service telephone number. Use a very basic encryption for the acct. number, say add 1 to each number or better, leave the first four digits unchanged then add 1 to each of the next four, subtract one from each of the next four, etc.

Rig a power outlet to power and charge your devices. A waterproof cigarette lighter socket is best.

A flask (get a collapsible one from REI as it's easier to pack) filled with Jameson's or fine bourbon whiskey or the like makes sitting around the campsite worthwhile. :)


ETA: throttle lock. You can't even consider doing long days without one. The crampbuster is okay but after trying the Go Cruise it's now on all my bikes.

If you're going to be on the slab for extended periods these little things help out a bit.

Tire plug kit.

Rain protection for your luggage...should be pretty standard but I've spaced on that one before >.>.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00ERXG4TM?cache=9be59cb0101eb1a2523cb05073f1c93b&pi=SX200_QL40&qid=1409021355&sr=8-1#ref=mp_s_a_1_1

Makes long trips way better.

If you plan on doing any long distance riding these are handy and cheap.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001L9KI56?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00

I'm just going to list a bunch of shit (that I like) and you can skip over the mods that either too expensive for you or mods that do not appeal to you. Note, the links provided are the cheapest I could find. However, I encourage you to do your own research. Ok here we go:

OES Frame Sliders

Akrapovic Carbon Full Exhaust

Motodynamic Tail Tidy

Sequential Tail Light

CNC Shorty Brake Levers

R6 Throttle Tube

K&N Air Filter

Ermax 39cm Wind Screen

or

Puig Naked Wind Screen

Shorai Lithium Ion Battery

LED Turn Signals

Pirelli Angel GT Tires

MT07 Radiator Guard

Motion Pro 01-0094 Throttle Sleeve https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000WJ7OIA?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

• Stopping power is 70% front, 30% rear. Your front brake is critical to your safety.
  
  
• In training classes taught through the Motorcycle Safety Foundation, beginning riders are taught to apply both brakes simultaneously, smoothly, and evenly.
  
  
• Your grip on your handlebar should be light and feathery, without weight. You should not need to "cover" your brakes at all times.
  
  If you find you are gripping too hard, try adding a Crampbuster or a similar wrist rest to the throttle grip. They're intended to allow you to hold the throttle open with your palm, but I find they also help remind me to keep my grip light, too.

Camel pack is almost a must in my book. Also I would highly recommend a CrampBuster. Rain gear, cold gear, sunscreen, chain lube.

A Go Cruise is the best $30 I spent on my bike.

I've got something nearly identical to this one.

http://www.amazon.com/2Wheel-Ride-GC-1-Motorcycle-Throttle/dp/B0055QOKC8/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1419056095&sr=8-2&keywords=throttle+lock

Had it on my bikes for about 8k miles and it hasn't loosened or shown signs of strain. I never take it off the throttle unless I'm switching it from one bike to another, so its lived a rough life. Its great for road trips and the throttle doesn't gradually slide back to closed, either. Set it for 80 and that bitch will go 80 all day long.

Then what’s the point of them lol. Lots of
FJR1300 riders mentioned the atlas one.

ATLAS Throttle Lock - A Motorcycle Cruise Control Throttle Assist, TOP KIT https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07534F6R1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_8lGUDbGG8Z8FQ

Crampbusters are nice, or you could spend closer to the top of your $100 range get him a pair of motorcycle boots Casual Motorcycle shoes or something.

EDIT: Thought of more stuff. Gloves, Mount for GPS or Phone, motorcycle/atv jack, Socket set, torque wrench... That's about all I can think of at the moment.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000GZPH1G/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_2?pf_rd_p=1944687402&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B000GZPH2U&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0855DHPX59GJ8Y4JP2A7

That will help alleviate your wrist cramping.

Hey all, I know it's not much but I had to do something to clean up those ugly levers in the front so I figured I'd share a few photos in the process.

Levers

Swingarm Spools

Simply what I am currently looking at:

1.Crampbuster
OR
2) [Throttle lock] (http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=throttle+lock&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Athrottle+lock)

Both quite cheap and help a lot for longer rides (if he is into that).

Here is a list of upgrades to the bike, and some of the gear I brought with me.

2001 Triumph Bonneville:

• TEC 2>2 Sprint Exhaust
  
• 135 main jets, 42 pilot jets, 1 shim on each needle
  
• TEC Triumph Chrome Luggage Protector Racks
  
• TEC Bonneville Center Stand Kit
  
• BellaCorse 1" Superbars
  
• Universal Black 3" Round Bar-End Mirrors
  
• Arkon iPhone Handlebar Mount
  
• SAE to USB Motorcycle Quick Disconnect Charger
  
• Omni-Cruise Throttle Lock
  
• BellaCorse Mini Rear Fender with LED Tail Light
  
• BellaCorse Motone Turn Signal Mounting Brackets (rear of frame version for the rear, front version fits under the rectifier)
  
• BellaCorse Cat's Eye Turn Signal Indicators (front and rear)
  
• 2014 Thruxton Flyscreen, sanded and painted semigloss black
  
• Airhawk 2 Medium Seat Pad
  
• Cycle Gear Bilt Explorer Dry Bag (large)
  
• MotoGear Motorcycle Saddlebags
  
• Bridgestone Trail Wing TW22 Enduro Rear Motorcycle Tire 130/80-17
  
• Kenda Kruz K673 Motorcycle Street Front Tire 100/90H-19
  
  Camping Gear:
  
  
• Helinox Chair One camping chair
  
• Eagles Nest Outfitters (ENO) Junglenest Hammock
  
• Eagles Nest Outfitters (ENO) Dry Fly Rain Tarp

Cramp buster isn't a throttle lock, it won't hold the throttle open when you move your hand. It's supposed to rest on the heel of your hand to hold open the throttle. THIS is about the hokiest throttle lock I'd use.

Bought one of these that helped with my throttle hand cramping

Crampbuster CB4 Black Throttle... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001L9KI56?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

You can get aftermarket levers that allow you to adjust where they rest. You can also adjust the friction zone of the stock clutch lever because it's a cable lever, but it's still going to rest where it does now, far from the bar. There's this type of lever where you turn the dial and it has a few settings that you can set it to, or this type that allows for more fine tuning as you turn the screw on those.

I have something similar. About the only time I use it is on the interstate between cities -- which is what is was designed for, I suppose. I use this throttle assist thingie most of the time. Sits under the heel of my hand and keeps me from having to grip the throttle as tightly as I would without it.

Can't speak to asv, but I got these cheaper ones:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B016BDYLKE

Had to grind them down 1-2mm to fit correctly (I guess that's the extra price you pay). However, 1yr on, and they still feel great.

got a link to the specific ones you got?

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those are the ones I bought. $35 to my door. took 3 weeks to ship (longest. ship. ever.)

but they're awesome!!

you have to push the levers forward and go to whichever # you prefer....for me thats #4 on the brakes and #5 on the clutch. smooth clutch that has an easy feel and a stiff brake thats tactile I guess :P

also versys.....pretty sure thats basically the SV650 in a different frame IIRC...and looking it up you have nearly the same type of brake light actuator/whatever

also a quick google reveals no one else with a similair issue lol.

did you adjust your brakes themselves? I noticed after I bled my front brakes (loads of different feels!) that my brake light comes on the second I pull the lever in at all. heck I can't trail brake at all where theres no looseness of my front brake due ot how I bled it :P

Buy one of these or swap for an R6 throttle tube.... Or both...

Gloves are always a good idea, because in a lot of situations your hands are the first thing that hits the ground. However, if you have problems with getting numb hands one of these might help.

Just picked this up last week. I've been riding with it for 2 days and so far I like it.

Yeah I got the 2013 model, the one I linked to you is the updated version that has double capacity. Mine gets at least 20 miles, this one would do 40 no problem.

It is a nice bike, has shocks, rear light on the battery and disc brakes. The brakes are crazy good, it can stop instantly. I upgraded the tires with flatless marathon plus, installed a bottle cage and an awesome Crampbuster throttle assist, since the twist throttle can cause you to cramp up after a while. You can get extra batteries and saddle bags if you want.

Pedego's a great bike company. The bike looks nice, rides nice, and has good components. By comparison my prodeco is much more basic. But the prodeco will get you more range. I don't know if you want to sacrifice range for stylishness, but if you do that pedego's not a bad way to go. Way better than the izip anyway.

I bought these ones from Amazon, they are cheaper but I have had no problems with them at all. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NNL37IK/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I really like my crampbuster. Pretty good use of $10 in my opinion.

Picked up a bone-stock 2017 FZ-07 two weeks ago for an absolute steal. Have been steadily adding a few mods. Let me know what you think!

Motodynamic Integrated Taillight

Motodynamic Fender Eliminator

Motodynamic Flush Front LED Signals

Amazon Shorty Levers

Reflective Rim Tape

R6 Throttle Tube (Pending Install)

Akrapovic Titanium full exhaust (Pending Install)

Cyclops 7000 Lumen LED Headlight

Tank Pads

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Next up on the waiting list -

Fuel controller/remap/powercommander - still undecided which, let me know what you prefer!

x2 CRG Arrow Mirrors

Woodcraft Clip-ons

FYI I was already using this one which works great, but the push-button one seemed waay better and easier to use. If you're going on a long road trip, you NEED at least one of them!


And by "Dragon" I mean the Tail of the Dragon (US Hwy 129)

I have a 2016 and when I first got it home I had a real issue with lurching and choppy throttle response. I did a little reading and found out it was pretty common and that most people fixed it by changing the throttle tube.
Amazon says I bought this, although the description and price are a little different now than when I bought it.

Swapping the throttle tube was night and day. The bike responds like it should when you twist the throttle and there is no longer a choppy feeling when I shift.

I bought the $43 Adjustable "MZS Tuning" Levers from Amazon, and I have to say I'm pretty happy with them.

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Specifically, I bought the more "squared" design because I think they look better with the aggressive and hard angles of the FZ-09's styling, over the smooth and rounded levers. MZS makes both styles at about the same price. You can see how the squared design looks installed on my 2017 FZ here.

I went with these levers over the more expensive options because I wanted to try out short levers, but I didn't want to invest a lot of money in a "good set" then end up not liking shorties.

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So here is my opinion/review of the cheap MZS levers:

• Machining quality is satisfactory. I don't really have a good basis for comparison, but I can tell you there are no imperfections, burrs, or sharp/rough edges on the levers I received. Yes, you can see some tooling/bit marks from the machining process, specifically on the flat areas, but it really doesn't affect the use of the levers at all, only the looks. I would by no means consider the tooling marks to be "rough."
  
  
• When setting the lever reach/distance adjustment, the "dials" click in place firmly and I don't see them getting knocked out adjustment by accident. This was a big concern for me because I figured if there was anywhere the "cheap levers" would fall short, it would be failing to retain their reach/distance setting under normal use. This, so far, has not been a problem at all.
  
  
• The finish on them seems to be of good quality. They definitely DO NOT have that cheap keychain anodized color look to them. The black and red coloring is nice and deep. Only time will tell if the colors hold up, so I currently cannot speak to the longevity of the finish.
  
  
• I have been using them for about a month, and overall I have no complaints. If I really wanted to point out a negative, I'd say the hard angle design of the levers can make your fingers a bit sore after a long day of riding. However, wearing gloves alleviates this entirely so it's really not a problem at all. This should specific to the style/design of the levers I chose and has nothing to do with the quality of manufacturing.
  
  
• Installation was really easy and straightforward. No, they didn't come with any instructions, but if you're concerned about that there are a few different videos on YouTube showing you how to do it. Specifically, I followed this video. The whole process took me less than 30min and I have never changed motorcycle levers on anything before. The hardest part was making sure I adjusted the clutch cable slack correctly, and that was more to do with me not having much experience than the bike/levers themselves.*
  
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  Let's be honest, these are levers, they serve a pretty simple purpose. Unless you install them incorrectly, there's not a whole lot that's going to go wrong with them.
  
  I personally find it hard to believe that the more expensive levers function any better than these do. Style and range of adjustment may be a different story, but that comes down to personal preference.
  
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  I highly recommend the MZS levers, if you are on a budget or just wanting to try out short levers without spending too much money, you can't go wrong here. They work great and I think they look great.*

I use a GoCruise, and that works for a few moments to take my hand off the throttle at speed. Not good for any sort of real distance, but it gets the job done.

I notice that the BrakeAway doesn't work with heated grips. That's a deal-breaker for me.

I have one of these and have really liked it. It's easy to use (just slip it on and tighten until there's a bit of friction) and easy to cancel (roll off the throttle). It's not expensive and it'll last forever.

Motion Pro 01-0094 Throttle Sleeve https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000WJ7OIA?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Heres the direct link.

I have something similar to this. I have carpal tunnel issues and i need to get my hand off the bars now and then and can set this and take it off long enough for feeling to come back to the carpal half of my hand (thumb, index, middle and half the ring finger) It's helped me a lot. It doesn't help in the curves but on the straights it's been wonderful.

https://www.amazon.com/ATLAS-Throttle-Lock-Motorcycle-Control/dp/B07534F6R1/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1524366522&sr=8-2&keywords=atlas%2Bthrottle%2Block%2Bcruise%2Bcontrol&th=1

Goes on any bike, 135$ and no programming.

https://www.atlasthrottlelock.com/

As far as cruise, here's your low dollar cruise. Works perfect, easy to operate, dirt cheap.

https://www.amazon.com/2Wheel-Ride-GC-1-Motorcycle-Throttle/dp/B0055QOKC8/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1517963939&sr=8-7&keywords=motorcycle+cruise+control&dpID=41dHCjyFmzL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch

[This little fella] (http://www.amazon.com/2Wheel-Ride-GC-1-Motorcycle-Throttle/dp/B0055QOKC8/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1416929958&sr=8-2&keywords=go+cruise+throttle+control)

it makes it so when i'm going down a highway i can stick my arms out and pretend i'm an airplane. :)

I use this throttle lock thingamajigger, and it works really well for $30. Have to play with the tension a little to get it to hold correctly, but it's great to be able to take your right hand off completely from time to time and stretch/shake it out. A cramp buster doesn't do that.

Ear plugs, ear plugs, ear plugs. Also, I couldn't do long days on the interstate without podcasts and music. Stop and stretch every couple hours. Keep important stuff easy to access to make your rest stops more efficient. Kriega makes excellent soft bags.

I'm Canadian, so I bought from Amazon.ca but the Amazon.com one is the same. You want motion pro 01-0094.

Edit: fitment checkers may say it won't fit. It's not a part for the mt/fz-07, and it has a different throw than stock (which is the point) but it will indeed fit.

Tingling comes from gripping too hard; ease up on the grips and consider getting a Cramp Buster Throttle Assist. Great for long rides. Best part is that it's removable, so you can take it with you on just about any bike.

I dunno man, there are a shit ton of factors. I live in Florida, 2 hours from Miami on I75, 3 hours on US41... I headed to Miami once , fully geared , and an hour and a half in I turned around. It was miserable as fuck . It was too hot. And your ass starts aching . And for a long trip , most certainly get one of these - Cramp Buster Cruise Assist Standard Long Size Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000GZPH1G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_frKNzbQPPQY1Q , cause your hands get tired...I dunno . I don't have long experience o motorcycles , this is my first one and I only have ~3500 miles on it, but this was not a great experience. In town though it's awesome.

For point 7...

Try getting one of these, they are a godsend on long trips at higher RPMs

Not $20 but i have these and they're great

Short Brake Clutch Levers for SUZUKI SV650/S 1999-2009,DL650 V-strom 2004-2010,GSXR600 92-93,GSXR750 89-95,KATANA600/750 98-06 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SWU3M6O/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_g6dLwbACF6XSJ

Not sure if you've got the wide version of the CrampBuster but this in combination with a good quality pair of gloves has really helped. I've got tennis elbow and a good bit of carpal tunnel pain but after a year of daily riding and more regimented workouts I've noticed the pains have diminished. http://www.amazon.com/Crampbuster-CB2-CrampBuster-Wide/dp/B000GZPH2U

You're spot on about relaxing while riding as that's the source of most pressure and pain points for extended rides. Sadly there's just no overcoming the death-grip when in slipperier conditions.

get this thing it minimizes wrist movement and some short levers that should solve everything

I went through a bunch of old ball bearings i had floating around and found one that fit lol.

The exhaust is by Delkevic.
http://www.delkevic.us/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=6599&search=fz07

And the levers are these, http://www.amazon.com/2014-2016-2014-2015-2011-2015-2004-2010-2016-Black/dp/B00NNL37IK

Nothing too special, but they look good and feel great.

I just did this yesterday!

Motion Pro 01-0094 Throttle Sleeve https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000WJ7OIA/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apap_La18r9EUc4jq7

Around $7.00 on Amazon... Just loosen you're cables to give you some slack. Also I had to snip a small piece off just to make it fit.

https://www.amazon.com/2Wheel-Ride-GC-1-Motorcycle-Throttle/dp/B0055QOKC8/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1503421720&sr=8-4&keywords=motorcycle+cruise+control

partzilla.com is really good. Cheapest prices usually and fast shipping. 5SL-26240-01-00 is the part number for the r6 throttle tube I found out. I opted for the motion pro version of the r6 tube since it was half the price on amazon and should be the exact same as the stock tube. http://www.amazon.com/Motion-Pro-01-0094-Throttle-Sleeve/dp/B000WJ7OIA/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top

The levers are short style branded "Ride it" on Amazon

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They're pretty good for the price. I've had them for about 4 months now, and they haven't faded and fit well. The metal feels just as good as my CRG levers I had on another bike, but the clickers are not as easy to adjust. They work just fine, but definitely a set it and forget it sort of thing.

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As for the windshield, it works really well. It's the OEM Yamaha Sport Screen. I commute a lot more than I thought I was going to and it helps a lot with getting buffeted by the wind. If you're just carving canyons and around town it's not worth $200 (I got mine on Ebay for $80) but if you do a lot of highway at 65+mph it's worth it. I'm 5'10" and it pushes the wind up to my shoulders when sitting up straight, which I prefer, but does make wind noise more pronounced. Not unbearable but like anytime you ride long miles definitely worth wearing earplugs.

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*edit cause windscreen

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00SWU3M6O/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Easy as hell to install to. I hated the OEM ones these are alot better in my opinion.

I picked up these a about two months back. No complaints, super easy install. They look really nice and are a lot more comfortable than the stock ones on my 300F.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MBDM430/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000WJ7OIA?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd_title

That’s what I used according to my amazon purchase history. I swapped mine when I installed oxford heated grips nearly a year ago and honestly, I usually don’t even remember I swapped it lol. But you will notice right away at first.

If you are careful you can save the stock grip using compressed air and lightly prying under it with a flathead screw driver or something similar.

Oh totally worth it. that one was $30 and its made of metal so its pretty sturdy too.

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I use this. Requires my hand to be on the throttle otherwise it will disengage. It just makes it so that I don't have to grip, but my wrist controls speed for hills. I take it off when I'm not on the freeway.

I have these on mine and they work great. just had to tighten some of the bolts on the levers to prevent them from shaking around. Install takes 10 mins tops.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00O8AKBUM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I can't recommend the R6 throttle tube mod enough. I did the mod last weekend and have been riding for a few days with it in place and it is glorious. The best $9 I've ever spent.

This guy walks through the install step by step

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NhgvJkpdSDE

The link to the part

https://www.amazon.com/Motion-Pro-01-0094-Throttle-Sleeve/dp/B000WJ7OIA?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00

A throttle rocker can be useful if you’re on the highway mainly : https://www.amazon.com/Monster-Motorcycle-Throttle-Cruise-Control/dp/B06XJT94KJ/ref=asc_df_B06XJT94KJ/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=309830501429&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2483569911710470574&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9003603&hvtargid=pla-568982119907&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=57212496130&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=309830501429&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=2483569911710470574&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9003603&hvtargid=pla-568982119907

Any bike can be keyless and have cruise control. You just need these Two Things.