is bike to small??
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I am looking at getting a KDX 220/200, but worried I may not fit. I am 6'2" 180# with a long torso. Will use bike mainly for open FS roads, OHV parts, open trails, and if I get good enough, maybe a novice race or 2. I am coming off a DRZ400E about 5 yrs ago. Thx... Mark
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G'day mate I'm 6ft & 225 and I find it good but could beef the suspension up a bit.
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6' 1", 185, not a problem.
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6'3 225. Stiffer springs and its golden. Any bike you buy you're going to need springs. But if your going to be riding mostly open stuff a kx will shine more than the beautiful beautiful grunt of the bottom end on the kdx.
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is bike to small??
Agreed! 6'3" and 210 lbs and works just fine for me.
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6'2" 200lbs
Bar risers give me a bit more room on the seat and make it easier to stand.
I recently put a disc with 43mm forks on my '83 and add 1 1/2 turns more rear preload to balance the rear to a slightly firmer front. Did 120 km vinduro on the weekend with the bike being nicer to ride for the upgrade.
Bar risers give me a bit more room on the seat and make it easier to stand.
I recently put a disc with 43mm forks on my '83 and add 1 1/2 turns more rear preload to balance the rear to a slightly firmer front. Did 120 km vinduro on the weekend with the bike being nicer to ride for the upgrade.
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You would be more like 250ibs mate.
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Not !natimukexcavations wrote:You would be more like 250ibs mate.
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6' ,, 195 ,, LOVE IT !
38's front ,,, 5.2 rear
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yes it will fit. it's different than a drz (about 80 lbs lighter!) and feels like a rocket in the woods. the drz will feel more comfy at first, until you realize how AWESOME the kdx turns in tight woods, and weighs so much less.mlchiro wrote:I am looking at getting a KDX 220/200, but worried I may not fit. I am 6'2" 180# with a long torso. Will use bike mainly for open FS roads, OHV parts, open trails, and if I get good enough, maybe a novice race or 2. I am coming off a DRZ400E about 5 yrs ago. Thx... Mark
I'm 6'3' 220lbs and have been abusing the stock suspension for a couple of years now. it's a fantastic woods bike, i just needed risers and some better pegs.
whole bunch of fun on this little screamer :)
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From an ergos standpoint all bikes will be small for you, but these can be corrected.
From an engine standpoint, I haven't met a rider yet on the trail or track that can out ride their machine!
The 200/220 is a great bike.
Fix the ergos, get the correct springs and let er rip!
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From an engine standpoint, I haven't met a rider yet on the trail or track that can out ride their machine!
The 200/220 is a great bike.
Fix the ergos, get the correct springs and let er rip!
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6'1" 210lbs and love my KDX 220. I installed KLX 300 USD forks, rebuilt with Racetech springs, gold valves, etc. to match my weight and riding style; rebuilt the rear shock with new, properly rated spring. Bike runs and handles awesome. You won't be disappointed. Bar risers and wider pegs can enhance the comfort...
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6'5", 190lbs... Risers and tell bars on it and it's fine (same on all my bikes).