I don't mean this in a way that's derogatory toward the bike at all (I've always wanted one and am still convinced I'll own one at some point), but I can't imagine paying more than around $3000 for any KLR.
For what they are, the fact that the design is so old, and the number of good used examples that are out there I would never buy a new one. I also don't see there being any collector value to them, regardless of configuration. Of course, I can't see myself ever buying a "collector" bike anyway.
That's me, though. I say do whatever makes you happy. None of us are into riding as an investment opportunity, and I don't think any of us are making a profession out of it. It's a hobby, and dollars that allow you to have fun are dollars well spent.
For what they are, the fact that the design is so old, and the number of good used examples that are out there I would never buy a new one. I also don't see there being any collector value to them, regardless of configuration. Of course, I can't see myself ever buying a "collector" bike anyway.
That's me, though. I say do whatever makes you happy. None of us are into riding as an investment opportunity, and I don't think any of us are making a profession out of it. It's a hobby, and dollars that allow you to have fun are dollars well spent.