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New here...
Hello all. I'm leaving the quad world behind me(sold my 400EX today) and shopping for a bike. Several people have recommended the KDX and even this site, so here I am. From what I've seen here thus far, I'm sure I'll enjoy my stay...
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Have you had any m/c experience? On road? Off-road?
What type of riding are you interested in?
You will find that a lot of folks have an opinion of the KDX, but almost every owner really knows the great secret of the KDX - it's a fantastic bike to own, no matter who you are.
Welcome. You might find some owners here who ride in your area.
What type of riding are you interested in?
You will find that a lot of folks have an opinion of the KDX, but almost every owner really knows the great secret of the KDX - it's a fantastic bike to own, no matter who you are.
Welcome. You might find some owners here who ride in your area.
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Thanks guys. No real experience on bikes, at all. I've ridden a couple, but honestly have only about 15 minutes of seat time on them. I do have a lot of experience on quads though, having owned a few of them throughout the years.
I am going to be 31 in two days, am 5'8" tall and weigh 220lbs. I'm looking for a bike that will be easy to learn on, handle the tight trails I ride well and is not something I will quickly "outgrow". I think the KDX will fill the bill.
I am going to be 31 in two days, am 5'8" tall and weigh 220lbs. I'm looking for a bike that will be easy to learn on, handle the tight trails I ride well and is not something I will quickly "outgrow". I think the KDX will fill the bill.
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The KDX will suit you perfectly. Its a great bike to learn on, and it can be slowly upgraded as you get more experience. Its an "All skill level" bike in my opinion.
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1991 KDX 250 $Sold but not forgotten....
1996 Suzuki DR 350 $Sold!
2002 Honda CR 250 worth more than my house at this point........ :-)
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Welcome! Rick has seen all "skill levels" beings as tho he's seen me ride my lowered kdx. "There's plenty of room up here," he would tell me.Rick wrote:The KDX will suit you perfectly. Its a great bike to learn on, and it can be slowly upgraded as you get more experience. Its an "All skill level" bike in my opinion.
Go for the KDX. You won't go wrong!!!!!
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Think I found one. It's an '03 and he's asking $1700 OBO. What do you think?
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Nice and clean... has a pipe and barkbusters on it too!
Looks nice....
Looks nice....
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"People ate cows a thousand years ago for the same reason we eat them now. Cause they are easy to catch.We're not savages,we're just lazy. A cheetah could taste like chocolate heroin. But will never know. Those bastards are fast!!! "
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Good thing it's a 2-hunny!
At least...the decal on the swingarm is.
Do you have a dirtbiking buddy/mech that can look over the bike with you? That's a good idea if you can swing it. That said based on your 15 minute seat time comment. Not riding much doesn't mean you don't know what to look for wear-wise.
Most likely nothing is wrong with it that can't be fixed...but the O.B.O. offer comes into play if you show the owner the wheel bearings wobble, the steering is notchy, the rear suspension (unitrack knuckle) is sloppy, and the sprocket teeth look like wheat in a stiff wind. Those are all basic maintenance points. Things like a rim .250" out of true get more involved time and money-wise.
The best buyer is an informed buyer. $1700 is a good price for a bike as nice looking as the pics indicate..it would be darn good for a bike that had been serviced regularly. A 'ride it and forget it' approach isn't going to work too well with a dirtbike.
Good luck!!
Welcome to Greenland!
At least...the decal on the swingarm is.
Do you have a dirtbiking buddy/mech that can look over the bike with you? That's a good idea if you can swing it. That said based on your 15 minute seat time comment. Not riding much doesn't mean you don't know what to look for wear-wise.
Most likely nothing is wrong with it that can't be fixed...but the O.B.O. offer comes into play if you show the owner the wheel bearings wobble, the steering is notchy, the rear suspension (unitrack knuckle) is sloppy, and the sprocket teeth look like wheat in a stiff wind. Those are all basic maintenance points. Things like a rim .250" out of true get more involved time and money-wise.
The best buyer is an informed buyer. $1700 is a good price for a bike as nice looking as the pics indicate..it would be darn good for a bike that had been serviced regularly. A 'ride it and forget it' approach isn't going to work too well with a dirtbike.
Good luck!!
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