replace my KLR650

[pdedse]

Honda just announced that 2021 CRF300L and 2021 CRF300L RALLY will make it to the shores of the U.S. I prefer the non-Rally version. W/out ABS $5250.

Not quite yet, but this could be the bike that replaces my '07 KLR650.

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

Hmm, a simple, tidy thumper.

 

[Roper_imp]

I dunno. It doesn't look like there's a place to mount panniers or a top box. And I hate riding with a backpack. Oh...and Honda, you don't have to copy BMW's "Bill the Cat" headlights in order to prove you're adventure-worthy. Triumph got it right. Copy them, if you have to.

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

I dunno. It doesn't look like there's a place to mount panniers or a top box. And I hate riding with a backpack. Oh...and Honda, you don't have to copy BMW's "Bill the Cat" headlights in order to prove you're adventure-worthy. Triumph got it right. Copy them, if you have to.

 

[pdedse]

I dunno. It doesn't look like there's a place to mount panniers or a top box. And I hate riding with a backpack. Oh...and Honda, you don't have to copy BMW's "Bill the Cat" headlights in order to prove you're adventure-worthy. Triumph got it right. Copy them, if you have to.

Valid points there. I use soft luggage saddle bags and can usually keep them away from exhaust, but lack of rear rack would be an issue. Something would come up though.

I dunno. It doesn't look like there's a place to mount panniers or a top box. And I hate riding with a backpack. Oh...and Honda, you don't have to copy BMW's "Bill the Cat" headlights in order to prove you're adventure-worthy. Triumph got it right. Copy them, if you have to.

Ok, I'm not getting this; I mean it sounds funny, but...Bill the Cat and copying BMW's headlight?...I must be missing something:

I guess if I look long enough, I can see some resemblance...the ears = turn signals, the tongue = fender? Maybe...might not discourage me from eventually buying one....the Honda that is.

 

[pdedse]

This is what already exist for the crf250, so I imagine that either this will fit or something similar will make rear box possible.

And then if you need pannier frame:

 

[stateboy_imp]

This is what I came across that may be the Bill the Cat headlight spoken of. I found it in this article.

2021 Honda CRF300L and Rally – Could This Be The Dual Sport We’ve Been Asking For?

 

[pdedse]

This is what I came across that may be the Bill the Cat headlight spoken of. I found it in this article.

2021 Honda CRF300L and Rally – Could This Be The Dual Sport We’ve Been Asking For?

Hahaha...now I can see the resemblance. The offset eyes, the crazed look. That's funny.

But that's the Rally version...the simple L version doesn't have the offset "eyes".

 

[Roper_imp]

Yeah, I was looking at the Rally version for my "Bill the Cat" comment. However, the more I look, the more I like the design. I kinda dig the minimal front end and the big barkbusters on the grips. It's like a slimmer and much lighter version of a GS. Which one can can I pick up by myself? (And keep riding without being in pain?)

 

[GoldOxide_imp]

Hmm, be careful lookin' at any "ugly" bikes. The same phenomenon can overcome one: The more one looks at it, the more one likes it.


Long live Bill the Cat.