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KDX 200 FREERIDE

Posted: 10:22 am Dec 25 2013
by torgo
I found a 97 KDX 200 I really don't need for 600 bucks, needs work as it is pretty rough. What is everyone's opinion of modifying it into a version of the FREERIDE style of bike?

http://siouxfalls.craigslist.org/mcy/4248894171.html

http://www.projectm85.com/index.html

http://www.ktm.com/freeride/freeride-25 ... rr1LfSrxBw

http://www.lewisportusa.com/ossa_explorer.html

Seems like most run the approximate size of motor tuned for low end torque, RB can help with that and reduce the suspension travel to 8"-10" or so, lowers center of gravity and seat height.

Anyone done this aready?

Thanks for any input. Merry Christmas :grin:

Re: KDX 200 FREERIDE

Posted: 10:32 am Dec 25 2013
by adam728
The problem with just lowering a kdx is the loss of ground clearance. The freeride has the belly pulled way up for the amount of travel it has.

I do like the idea. I want to build a hybrid one day with freeride-likeness as a goal.

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KDX 200 FREERIDE

Posted: 07:45 am Dec 30 2013
by AussieKDX200
It's a 96 based on the seat cover graphic and purple plastics.