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Reasonable mileage for a 2022 KLR 650?

Arlox650

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I'm about to hit 30,000 miles on my 2022 KLR 650. I would say I'm very diligent with my maintenance, pre-ride, post-ride, and periodic! I know this bike is often compared to a diesel truck because of its durability and longevity but a part of me thinks I might be pushing it too hard. What's a reasonable mileage for anyone who owns a third gen? Anything else I should be concerned of or I should start doing when I reach 30k?
 
I'm at 32K on my '22 KLR 650, it is still running great...just keep up oil changes, check valves soon, and watch your chain and sprockets, I tell you man, these bikes are built to last!
 
I'm about to hit 30,000 miles on my 2022 KLR 650. I would say I'm very diligent with my maintenance, pre-ride, post-ride, and periodic! I know this bike is often compared to a diesel truck because of its durability and longevity but a part of me thinks I might be pushing it too hard. What's a reasonable mileage for anyone who owns a third gen? Anything else I should be concerned of or I should start doing when I reach 30k?
That's actually an impressive mileage for a newer model!
I also agree with @Sharen1, the KLR is famous for its durability so it's really not uncommon to hear some bikes hitting well over 50,000 - 70,000 miles!
So you're not pushing it too hard, especially when you say you've been consistent with your service.
When you hit 30,000 miles, you might be due for a thorough check of your valve clearances and suspensions components.
A general inspection of all rubber hoses for cracks or hardening, and checking all fasteners for tightness would be a good idea.
KLRs can vibrate things loose sometimes.
 
Great advice! It's totally normal to put some serious miles on a KLR. And you're absolutely right about the valve check plus, giving the suspension and hoses a good look at 30k is a smart move. Those vibes can sure rattle bolts loose, can't they? Always good to stay on top of it
 
30,000 miles is solid, but definitely not the end of the road, you can go the distance if you keep up with care, which it sounds like you do, plenty of KLRs hit 50k, 60k, even 100k with proper maintenance
Valve clearances should be checked again if it's been a while, and maybe consider refreshing wheel bearings, swingarm bushings, or cables if they're original
 
Wow, seeing 30k on a relatively new bike, when mine is old enough to vote and still have around 30k. I think the regular maintenance is what keeps it going and hopefully will continue to do so for many years in the future.
 
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