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« on: October 31, 2012, 12:51:27 AM »
You know you have to do a ride report now beaner. ;D
Yes he does ;)

Well, it's an abbreviated one because the rain is keeping me off the bike, but from my first ride, I have some good first impressions.

I've been riding the same track for the last 6 years on the 04 RM 125, and KDX 220, so it's easy to do a direct comparison. I've put thousands of laps on this track, so I know exactly what to expect, and when and where to expect it.

This is where I ride, if you care.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=pTXmwmg_31A&list=ULpTXmwmg_31A

First of all, this is a high end bike. You know they look nice, but until you have a real good look, you don't realize just how nice and well put together they are. This one has had the suspension revalved for woods, and .40 springs put in the front. They are notorious for soft rear suspension, and I was thrilled when I heard that because I like my bikes soft. Really soft.

The bike is tall, but with a cut down seat, I don't have any problems with it. I'm 5'7 150 lbs. The clutch is super easy. When I first looked at it, I was looking for the master cylinder, but it's not hydraulic. Makes for some easy clutching if you get lazy or find yourself in the wrong gear.

This thing is fast. Bottom end power is not very good, but probably what should be expected from a 125. I kind of expected more, being a 150, but maybe it was me, and I'll find more next time out. On top this thing motors. It's so smooth through the powerband, though,  that it's deceiving. I found that it handled so well, I didn't always realize just how fast I was going until it was almost too late. That's when I realized that the brakes are incredible. The second time I noticed that was when I landed a jump, and accidentally got on the back brake real hard. I almost went over the bars. I have since adjusted the brake lever down by about 20 mm.
After only a few laps I found that I was going through whole sections faster than I ever had. Much faster. At the back of the track there's a long sweeping right hand turn (they're running it backwards in the video) on the side of a hill. You go up hard at speed, then try to turn, then start to come down. There are natural rolling whoops that make it very difficult to maintain speed and corner at the same time. I've been fighting it for 6 years.  I went through it on this bike faster, and easier than I ever have, by a lot. It was almost completely effortless. In another section, where I normally have to get down on the bike, put my foot out and get off the gas for stability, I was going through standing and on the throttle. The guy who lays out the track is very good at putting in an obstacle, then making it difficult to do. There's a small table (look for number 3) when you run the other way, it's hard to get enough speed up to clear. I've never been able to do it on the RM, and spent many laps trying. I cleared it on lap 3 with the Husky. It's not only faster, but handles so well, that I can stay on the gas where I had to back off before.



I would summarize that,

The power is very smooth and it's deceivingly fast because of it.
The handling is incredible.
The seat is hard, and I'll have to make a few adjustments in my riding style. After the last ride, I thought it was a good thing I've already had my kids  :o
This bike is beautiful. Even more so up close.
The clutch is super easy and the brakes are the best I've ever seen.
It makes the KDX feel like an old tractor, and not in a good way.

I don't think I could be happier with it. I think if you're looking for a new bike, you owe it to yourself to have a look at a Husky. I've been looking at them since 08. If I knew it would be like this, I would have jumped a long time ago.

One question, I think it needs a pipe. I can get a good used Scalvini for $250, or an FMF Fatty for $225 new. I don't have experience with either, so if anybody does, give me some guidance.  ;D

This is an good review. I agree with him on just about everything

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTYZ4VcRpBU

Hope that's not too long winded.




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« Reply #1 on: October 31, 2012, 02:55:23 AM »
Seeing this bike sure makes me miss my 150... For future reference, when the 144 is ready to be rebuilt, consider the 165 kit.

I had the FMF pipe on mine and it worked well and gave a lil more oomph mid to top... I also tried the Keihin carb, but ultimately went with the full RB Carb treatment and Suzuki rm 125 needle 17/64... Also had the Power Valve spring kit in it... Stiffer KX250f clutch spyings...that was it engine wise and loved that power. Bike ripped...

If this bike is a new left over, grease the suspension NOW... The lower shock bearing is notoriously poor and usually has absolutely no grease... Zilch. It will rust in no time flat.

The rads are kinda weak, so get some guards.

Great ride Beaner, enjoy.
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« Reply #2 on: October 31, 2012, 07:34:38 AM »
Sounds good Beaner.
Still thinking about one myself.
Need to reprioritize some funds first.
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« Reply #3 on: October 31, 2012, 10:17:26 PM »
I Love ride reports like this. THANKS!
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« Reply #4 on: November 01, 2012, 11:37:44 AM »
After such a glowing report and my financial boat having holes in it, this looks like it might be the way to go for my new bike. I might even be able to pick up a demo for cheaper too.
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« Reply #5 on: November 01, 2012, 07:48:36 PM »
Good write up, I think it,s a good bike. I,m really happy with my bikes, if I didn,t have a bike I would closely look at the Husky. I almost bought one in 01, got a rm125 instead a really popular bike that year. I don,t like hard seats either, to soften a seat up I beat the seat with a baseball bat. If that don,t work guts or sdg prob make a softer seat for it.
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« Reply #6 on: November 02, 2012, 01:16:07 AM »
Well it's finally stopped raining, but I'm working all weekend. Calling for a cool 5 degrees C and sunny Tuesday, so I'm definitely getting out for another ride. I adjusted the brakes so I can stop, and the shifter so I can shift, and the plan is to thrash it as hard as I can. I might even take the RM with me for some back to back comparison. If I can convince my wife to come with me, I'll get her to time some laps. I have to say I'm pretty excited about this bike.
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« Reply #7 on: November 02, 2012, 01:26:00 AM »
Good write up beaner, they are a very nice looking bike, would be good to see some photos or video of you thrashing the shit out of it ;)
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« Reply #8 on: November 02, 2012, 01:57:56 AM »
don't say shit or you will be red flagged.
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« Reply #9 on: November 02, 2012, 05:01:16 AM »
don't say shit or you will be red flagged.

Is that any way for a professional to talk?   :-*
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« Reply #10 on: November 02, 2012, 12:22:33 PM »
don't say shit or you will be red flagged.
Ooooops my bad :-[
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« Reply #11 on: November 02, 2012, 12:46:01 PM »
in the mx forum world yes, and also on the job site. while others work with collars and skirts i work with douchebags.
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« Reply #12 on: November 02, 2012, 03:42:34 PM »
You're a gynecologist?
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« Reply #13 on: November 02, 2012, 06:33:31 PM »
kind of...i work with alot of p^$$ies as an industrial electrician ie. construction worker.
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« Reply #14 on: November 02, 2012, 10:13:08 PM »
By the p***ies I assume probably talking about OH&S fellas right?
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