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Technical / Re: 2001 KX250 mods and performance

« on: February 10, 2010, 06:12:56 PM »

Thanks Dogger,
      I have ordered Buchanan SS Spokes( heard nothing but great things about them too), and Because of the Cash factor I'm going to try the moose rims and stick with my stock hubs, that are in really good shape!
I looked at the DID Dirt Star, Excel A60 and Takasago and  I'd like to try them out sometime too.
Anyways, Thanks for the info,
    Swimr

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General Two Stroke Talk / Re: Cool Maico article from Moto Magazine

« on: February 08, 2010, 08:38:44 PM »

I would love saddle up on one those ponies!!!

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General Two Stroke Talk / Re: Disposible bikes???

« on: February 08, 2010, 08:35:42 PM »

With a 4 year old and one on the way, It's tough to keep my 2T in good shape! I can't imagine owning a new bike, probably having a hefty monthly payment, and then rebuilding the engine for that kind of money! It's embarrassing to watch our economy go down the drain and for the big companies to continue to try squeeze every hard earned penny from our pockets!
Here's the "Kicker," Most of the MOTO-X tagalongs out there are literally buying into all the B.S. there selling(force feeding).
I know I'm preaching to the choir on this one, but I'm tired of seeing/hearing all the propaganda that is destroying our sport/hobby/lifestyle!!!

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Photos & Videos / Re: Josh Grant on a Yz 250cc 2 stroke! FTW!

« on: February 08, 2010, 08:15:03 PM »

Yeah, now that sounds sick!!!
I love how Cooper couldn't even ride a real man's bike!!

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Technical / Re: 2001 KX250 mods and performance

« on: February 08, 2010, 07:27:51 PM »

Awesome, good debate!
 
I like to see this stuff on the forums and hear all the opinions.
I appreciate all the different points of view and the shared experience.
 Thanks for all the info and input!
As far as the sst pipe is concerned, I love the powerband now, I will try other pipes in the near future, but the almighty $ is limiting that one right now. I plan on rebuilding the top end in a week or two, go Tax Return!!!

On a different note, has anyone used Moose Racing rims, or Excel, and how do they compare?
I have heard lots of negative things about Pro wheels and Warp 9.

Swimr 

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Technical / Re: 2001 KX250 mods and performance

« on: February 04, 2010, 06:11:28 PM »

Ok, thanks for the input!

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Technical / Re: 2001 KX250 mods and performance

« on: February 03, 2010, 08:31:57 PM »

Does anyone know if the 03'-07' kx 250 plastics will fit the 99'-02' kx 250. I want to "pimp my ride," just a little face lift!

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Technical / Re: 2001 KX250 mods and performance

« on: January 27, 2010, 08:03:59 PM »

SST, mmmhhhhhh, Good to know!

Well, that certainly explains alot about the jetting issues I had, I think I will have to try another pipe!

 

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Technical / Re: 2001 KX250 mods and performance

« on: January 27, 2010, 07:35:01 PM »

Thanks for the info!

 I found a 03 swingarm on ebay as well 99-02 swingarms. just thought I would check it out. I really like this bike, and was looking to lighten it up a bit, i thought the newer swingarm was lighter and stronger, but regardless it would'nt be worth the effort to change it out.

I am going to try the ATF fluid now as well, i really don't like paying 8 bucks a quart for racing oil every other ride!

Do you have any other suggestions about this bike and or performance?
      Thanks again,
         Chad

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Technical / Re: 2001 KX250 mods and performance

« on: January 27, 2010, 07:05:28 PM »

alright that is good info, it sounds like it isn't really worth changing the swingarm out for a newer one.

I've had good reults with the v-force system, far better than stock, but i haven't used a rad valve system yet.
the sst pipe, i actually like, i had a gnarly pipe on before, the sst is smoother and still pulls harder and alot further on top. I might try a pro cicuit next or an fmf factory fatty, not sure yet!

I def need to replace the seals and gaskets, my seals are leaking oil from the top of the head, and i plan on rebuilding the exhaust valve(kips system) too.

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Technical / Re: 2001 KX250 mods and performance

« on: January 25, 2010, 11:21:31 AM »

Does anyone know if a 2003-05 kx 125 or 250 swingarm would fit a 2001 kx 250, are the dimesions the same? i know there is not much difference in the frame but the swingarm is different.

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Technical / Re: Advice Needed To Rescue My KX 250! pls help!

« on: January 16, 2010, 07:33:24 PM »

If your rubbing off the paint on your frame quite frequently, try Rustoleum Spray On Bed Liner, it comes in a rattle can and you can just prep the metal tape it off and spray it on, it works great and doesn't peel off like grip tape,. works like a charm, i'm also getting my frame for my KX powder coated!

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Technical / Re: 2001 KX250 mods and performance

« on: December 21, 2009, 06:56:07 PM »

Thanks fellas, the needle position will be the first thing i mess with, it will be a few weeks before i can do it, but i will let you know how it goes.
One other little thing i found, my subframe cracked. I plan on welding it, but i also looked at getting an aluminum sub frame. Has anyone ever used or have any comments on them?

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General Two Stroke Talk / Re: The future of mx? Electric?

« on: December 19, 2009, 06:38:16 AM »

The PW100 is also used in  the F-16 as a single engine aircraft, where as the F-15 uses dual PW100. Either way, that's a whole lot of thrust and ear drum rupturing sound!!!!

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Technical / 2001 KX250 mods and performance

« on: December 18, 2009, 11:08:05 PM »

Hey Fellas,

Just curious if anybody has or had a KX250 from '99-'02, and had some input and or advice on this bike.
I got the bike from a kid who was scared of it and did not know a thing about it. It's been a great bike so far with no major issues. I have added a FMF SST pipe and silencer (it came with a Gnarly pipe, now it is so much smoother and revs alot higher with more power up top), VForce 3 Reed system (best mod I've put on so far, much greater throttle response over stock!!!), NGK BR8EIX plug, I'm currently running Silkolene Racing 2T pre-mix in 91 octane gas with PJ1 Octane Plus at a ratio of 32:1, rebuilt Carb (Keihin Power Jet PWK38S Carburetor with K-TRIC?) with stock settings, other than needle in third from the top position, throttle response is quick and crisp throughout the powerband, plug looks good(slighty brown in color when checked after an all out run). I ride anywhere from Sealevel up to 2000ft, i estimate about 90 hours, + or - a few ,by word of mouth from the previous owner and the time i've put on the machine, it starts within two kicks, the compression always feels strong (but i don't have the tools to truly test that yet).

It runs good, but it feels a little weaker than before the Carb rebuild!!! 

I don't have any really big issues with it, I'm just looking to fine tune it and get the most out of the whole bike. I figured I'd start with the motor before I mess with Suspension and Chassis!

Any advice and/or input would be greatly appreciated

Thanks, Chad

2T's a Smokin', 4T's a Jokin' !!!!