So, I've collected quite a few parts bikes. I'm looking to install the front end off one of them on my '97 KDX220. I have:
'96 KX250
'97 KX250
'00 KX125
'02 KX125
Assuming they're all in similar condition, would one of these be better than the others for doing the conversion? The two most obvious issues would be 1) Which forks would work the best? (maybe the '02, since it's the newest?); 2) Would one of them be easier to install than the others?
I'd rate myself as an intermediate level rider. The bike is trail-ridden only (not planning on racing). I'm about 170 pounds.
Also, I'm planning on installing the entire "front end" (brakes, wheel, forks) and not using any of the KDX front end parts. Is this the easiest way to go?
Any help/advice is much-appreciated!
-Jim
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02 KX 125... reason being, lighter springs and more up to date.
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+1
02 KX 200 hybrid: RB head and carb
Sold ☹ DRZ 400 SM
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bike profile http://www.kdxrider.net/forums/viewtopi ... 0709#30709
newb info: http://www.kdxrider.net/forums/viewtopi ... 57#p117919
jetting guide: http://www.kdxrider.net/forums/viewtopi ... 105&t=1156
Sold ☹ DRZ 400 SM
bike build: http://www.kdxrider.net/forums/viewtopi ... ike+stable
bike profile http://www.kdxrider.net/forums/viewtopi ... 0709#30709
newb info: http://www.kdxrider.net/forums/viewtopi ... 57#p117919
jetting guide: http://www.kdxrider.net/forums/viewtopi ... 105&t=1156
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you'll still need to press the kdx stem ini the kx clamp.
02 KX 200 hybrid: RB head and carb
Sold ☹ DRZ 400 SM
bike build: http://www.kdxrider.net/forums/viewtopi ... ike+stable
bike profile http://www.kdxrider.net/forums/viewtopi ... 0709#30709
newb info: http://www.kdxrider.net/forums/viewtopi ... 57#p117919
jetting guide: http://www.kdxrider.net/forums/viewtopi ... 105&t=1156
Sold ☹ DRZ 400 SM
bike build: http://www.kdxrider.net/forums/viewtopi ... ike+stable
bike profile http://www.kdxrider.net/forums/viewtopi ... 0709#30709
newb info: http://www.kdxrider.net/forums/viewtopi ... 57#p117919
jetting guide: http://www.kdxrider.net/forums/viewtopi ... 105&t=1156
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Rebuilding is easy. There are vids on Rocky Mountain that show you how. I recommend changing the bushings too, since I always seem to ding at least one when I do it. it also gives you the chance to soften up the valving for trail riding at the same time.
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