Hello from a new guy. I looked at a 1995 KDX 200 today that was pretty beat, unknown maintenance (probably none) but could be had very cheap ($3-400.00). It had some immediate mechanical issues that concern me:
1. Coolant loss. Owner says he frequently refills the reservoir. Any ideas?
2. Kick start failed to engage all the time. Did I read somewhere about a spring?
3. Clutch drag. Started the bike, engage clutch, put it in gear and it lurches forward and stalls. Owner said there is gear oil in the trans. Is that correct?
This would be my first dirt bike in a long time, and I'm a pretty good fix it guy with no qualms with repairing things, just concerned that expenses could pile up. It also needs front brake pads (soon), a rear tire, the plastics are pretty torn up, it has a rear brake leak.
Opinions are welcome.
1. Coolant loss. Owner says he frequently refills the reservoir. Any ideas?
2. Kick start failed to engage all the time. Did I read somewhere about a spring?
3. Clutch drag. Started the bike, engage clutch, put it in gear and it lurches forward and stalls. Owner said there is gear oil in the trans. Is that correct?
This would be my first dirt bike in a long time, and I'm a pretty good fix it guy with no qualms with repairing things, just concerned that expenses could pile up. It also needs front brake pads (soon), a rear tire, the plastics are pretty torn up, it has a rear brake leak.
Opinions are welcome.