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KDX hop ups

Posted: 05:43 am Aug 26 2006
by motofox2006
Hi guys I have a 1991 KDX with an FMF fatty pipe with modified airbox lid and larger rear sprocket.

The bike came with these mods so i didnt really have to pay for them.

Is there any other mods i can do that are inexpensive that i havn't already done.

Thanx guys

Posted: 08:28 am Aug 26 2006
by bradf
do a search for:
RB carb mod
RB head mod
Mototasinari V-Force 3 reeds
RB carb mod and the SSS
KX fork swap and general suspension set-up and balance

Inexpensive is a very subjective term when it comes to dirt bikes.

This will get you hours of info to ponder of the best power gains to be had on a KDX as well as a great suspension

Posted: 08:36 am Aug 26 2006
by Indawoods
I would start with getting your jetting right first. Try a CEL needle in that carb.

Do a search on CEL

Read this: http://www.kdxrider.net/forums/viewtopic.php?t=1156

And then get the suspension right for you. No amount of hop-ups are going to be that useful if your suspension can't handle it. As a matter of fact they can be down right dangerous...

Everything is weight dependent..... Stock 95 and up KDX springs are usually swapped in the E models for better suspension up front.

Read This: http://www.kdxrider.net/forums/viewtopic.php?t=1109

Set your sag and adjust the clickers (rebound and compression) in the rear.

Read this: http://www.kdxrider.net/forums/viewtopic.php?t=1110


When you ready to start spending some money.... Brad suggestions are dead on.

Posted: 08:58 am Aug 26 2006
by m0rie
My 89 200 is pretty well set out with what works for a E series KDX. Take a look at it here: http://www.kdxrider.net/forums/viewtopic.php?t=465 You can get a lot out of the bike if your willing to spend some time dialing it in. With some jetting work (CGK needle for the stock E series (89-95 KDX) carby) and respringing the front end you'll truly have a different bike. After that the sky is the limit as far as upgrades go. KX front end and RB mods are a good investment with lots of return. Oh and welcome to the site!

Posted: 09:13 am Aug 26 2006
by Indawoods
m0ries the man to ask.... :grin: CGK needle is correct, I was going from memory... and it's apparent that I accessed the wrong piece of grey matter. :lol: