are h series kdxs better bikes than e series?

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are h series kdxs better bikes than e series?

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just a bit curious whats every ones opinion on this
especialy those who have owned both
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E motors are better IMO... but I like the ergo's of the H's...
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I have both and Inda hit the nail on the head. Have considered trying to swap the E motor into the H.
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That would be a great combo! Then put the H motor in the E and sell it... :wink:


Since you have both... how do the mounts line up? :hmm:
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Why bother, with the 220 you have the best of both worlds. Plus, you don't have to worry about shearing off the KIPS plastic/nylon/whatever actuator teeth on the newer model. I thought the E had non-cartridge forks too ... can't remember for sure tho.
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This is a serious conversation... :cool:
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duh, give me a break, I've been roofing all day. :blink:
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Post by tommorth »

hmm didnt realise the later models motors were different power wise
I was only meaning the 200s as there dont seem to be many 220s around here

i have a 94 200 sr with the blue usds been thinking of puting a pipe and the bigger carb on it (has a 28mm pwk its incredibly smooth down low ) but for around the same dosh i could sell it and buy a h series
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Buy a KX125 rolling chassis, and put that motor in it.
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Inda, as far as the mounts go it is close but would require some fab. I think there would be less fab than the hybrids, but sut still some work. This is the reason I have not done the swap. I keep thinking on the same lines as fuzzy. If I'm gonna swap it, why not put in in a KX roller. I think I could recoup alot of the cost of the roller by parting out what I didn't need from the E-model. What I need more than anything is more time. I haven't even had time to ride much less mess with this stuff. I tore the MCL in my left knee and it is almost ready to go. I guess I should have been wrenching during this down time. Unfortunately work kept me all to busy even with the knee injury.
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Personally... I think the KX ergo's are not ideal for woods riding like I do. Wheel base, rear rims size, turning radius etc... Just me I guess. The H series seems perfect.
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I've owned both a '92 200 and did typical mods (pipe, airbox lid, reeds, RB'd) sold it, regretted it, then bought a '97 220 and did the same thing.

The RB'd '92 200 was a nice power delivery. Smooth and crisp throughout. It could really rip when you gave her throttle.

The RB'd '97 220 has more torque and can be ran a gear higher with ease. It does not have as much of the snap as the 200 did.

Both were very nice. I have my '97 setup far from stock in regards to ergos with Guts tall seat, Clarke tank, Renthal tall bars, and IMS pegs. This setup gives it a much more aggressive feeling and standing is very comfortable. The '92 had Renthal CR high bars and IMS pegs. It too was comfy, but more of a sit down scoot.

I miss that 200 in a lot of ways because the looks on faces when passing Orange bike on a aqua blue and hot pink bike is priceless.

BTW, what parts are interchangeable between the 2? I've got my spare seat that a guy wants for his '92. Will it work?
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kawagumby wrote: I thought the E had non-cartridge forks too ... can't remember for sure tho.

Yes they are non cartridge

And I believe they are somewhat beefier. I've never experienced any flexxing with mine. When Ski was up here he watched me as I rode and he could not see any signs of flexxing either
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What are you smoking? :?
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Wismilaks

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Thats why I've never understood all the spaghetti fork crap
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