Author Topic: KX af project or not?... (Read 7118 times)

nom de guerre · « **on:** September 21, 2012, 04:49:53 PM »

Long story short, I was stuck taking an '11 KX 250f for unpaid debts, 25.5 hours, ok shape... I am thinking about gutting it and sellng off all the engine/fi stuff, etc.

I am thinking a 125, 200 or 250 would fit well...

You guys into something like this or should I just get rid of it all together? I will have all winter to take this on, plus I have my '12/'13 KTM 125/250 to ride in the meantime.

Lemme know what you think, all input is appreciated, thanks.

gpnewhouse7 · « **Reply #1 on:** September 21, 2012, 05:19:54 PM »

If you can afford it and you have the time then go for it.

Aslong as you post build pics up on here.

motoxr377 · « **Reply #2 on:** September 21, 2012, 05:30:08 PM »

200!

Sounds like you've got the other sizes covered!

nom de guerre · « **Reply #3 on:** September 21, 2012, 05:41:10 PM »

Thanks Fellas... I am leaning towards a KDX 200 engine, would be something a bit different and perect for the non-moto days. I am hoping to off set some of the costs by selling the bits from the KX. Shouldn't cost "too much" hopefully!!! The TSM crew seems to enjoy bike builds with pix, so that will definately happen.

Logan Dewey · « **Reply #4 on:** September 21, 2012, 06:23:29 PM »

Yeah if you have the money go for it.

msmola2002 · « **Reply #5 on:** September 21, 2012, 06:51:08 PM »

Yes, yes and yes.

200 is different.

It all comes down not to why, but why not?

nom de guerre · « **Reply #6 on:** September 21, 2012, 07:09:06 PM »

Ah- the unanswerable query!!! Now onto sourcing a KDX.... I think a 200 is the way to go.

gpnewhouse7 · « **Reply #7 on:** September 21, 2012, 07:50:19 PM »

Why use the KDX engine? Why not a KTM 200 EXC engine? I understand the KDX would atleast match up brand wise but the KTM engine is a more modern and more powerful/tunable motor.

nom de guerre · « **Reply #8 on:** September 21, 2012, 08:09:28 PM »

Very true GP... I will admit to thinkng about that, I reckon it may come down to whichever is available first/price.

cnrcpla · « **Reply #9 on:** September 21, 2012, 08:12:44 PM »

You can put a 200 in it and mellow it out and make a really good woods bike. But definitely post pics of a build thread

Stusmoke · « **Reply #10 on:** September 22, 2012, 12:45:47 AM »

I've never ridden either the KTM 200 exc or the KDX 200 but so long as Kawasaki's reputation for blown up motors stays in the motocross only part of their motorcycles then I would say go for the KDX just for old times sake

I'm looking forward to the build thread

scotty dog · « **Reply #11 on:** September 22, 2012, 01:03:25 PM »

200 for sure

SachsGS · « **Reply #12 on:** September 22, 2012, 03:11:04 PM »

Clean the KXf up, throw a sticker kit on it and unload the machine before it lets go like a hand grenade. Pedal over (think green - and I don't mean Kawasaki green) to your local Ossa/ Jotagas/ Beta dealer and plunk down a deposit on a new, state of the art, offroad 2T.

nom de guerre · « **Reply #13 on:** September 22, 2012, 05:43:44 PM »

Good stuff Sachs... I have had a deposit on the Ossa since the day of the press release. Latest info doesn't sound to promising however.... something about GG engines, etc. Maybe the Jota....?

Stusmoke · « **Reply #14 on:** September 23, 2012, 12:31:21 AM »

You said about 20 hours or so didn't you nom? I'd put the engine and EFI up for sale on ebay and unload them quick smart. Gives you the money for a good 200 KDX/EXC engine and more than likely the money to rebuild it from the ground up.

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