hybrid size
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hybrid size
I have a question for people that have built a hybrid. As I obtain the parts needed to build, I keep wondering if the bike is going to feel to small for me. The KDX is almost on the small side as far as the cockpit . I know about all the ways to change the ergonomics and teak every bike I have had. My question is does the kx125 feel smaller, more cramped than the KDX ( H ) . I am to the point of the intial mock up and I am using an 03 frame. I have a really great running bike with all the mods I have done, 97 rm front forks, showa rear shock , rb mods and eric gorr 225. I am second guessing tearing down a really good bike to build one I may not like.
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Re: hybrid size
My KX125 is taller and longer in both feel and actual dimension.
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Re: hybrid size
My hybrid is built on an 01 KX125 frame with 01 KX250 forks/shock. It sits higher than my KDX did, and the cockpit feels a lot more open (mostly due to the lack of the KDX couch cushion seat I surmise). While it feels taller than my KDX, it carries its weight low and is actually a bit more agile in feel. The distance from the seat to the pegs is longer which also seems to help open up the cockpit.
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Re: hybrid size
My 03 feels smaller in the sense the weight is lower, less fall over feeling. As for cockpit, yes, it does have more of a roomy feel. also feels narrower between the legs. As for height, I have none!!!!! So I lower the suspension on all my bikes.
04 kx220 hybrid
03 kx 250
05 kdx 200
03 kx 250
05 kdx 200
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hybrid size
I had the same concerns while building my 03, you will not be a bit dissatisfied. I am 6-0' tall and feel very comfortable on the bike. I did put an aftermarket top triple clamp on so I could move the bars forward, and a tall seat.