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Canadian Daves JustKDX
KDX Auto Clutch
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[QUOTE="blackduc98, post: 1243885, member: 65764"] Yes, I was at the KPTR event, but I did the trials competition instead of the turkey run. I am very familiar with Wrentham trails, and they are actually quite a bit easier than Freetown. No doubt, there are rocky portions in Wrentham, but Freetown (except for the part on the parking lot side) is [b]all[/b] rocks with just a little dirt sprinkled in. Big nasty sharp rocks. That's where I need very smooth power delivery, which is why I was slipping the clutch a lot. My kdx is just too jerky off idle even though it smooths right out by 1/4 throttle. I bought it used, and it came with FMF rev pipe and Vforce reeds. I might try FMF torque pipe or maybe a stock pipe and Boyesen power reeds. I just don't see the need for "more" power at Wrentham because I'm usually in 2-nd gear and definitely never above 3-rd, and I doubt that I've ever given it more than 1/2 throttle. My kdx is a 200, so if you get a 220 then you'll have even more bottom end. One thing that trials riding has taught me is that you can always find the right amount of power even if you are in the wrong gear - you just need to learn how to slip the clutch. That's also the key to smooooooth controllable wheelies - the kind I can use to lift the front just the right amount and put it down exactly where I want it. That's why I am so biased towards the idea of a hydraulic clutch, or maybe just try softer clutch springs. Auto clutch is a fine anti-stall idea, but if I were to get one, I would [b]definitely[/b] keep the manual override. If you find yourself off-balance towards the rear of the bike, chances are your throttle is WFO, but if your finger is on the clutch lever then the natural death-grip reaction will get you out of trouble. Rekluse makes a Z-start Pro clutch which can be manually slipped, but unfortunately they don't make one for the KDX. Before spending any money on the motor I would take my bike to Peter Kates at GMD Computrack in Bellingham MA and have him dial in the suspension. As you read my comments keep in mind that at 43 years young I try to be more of a finesse rider, rather than a charging bull. Unlike me, the really fast guys just blast thru those Freetown rock gardens so fast that they literally skim the tops of the rocks. Maybe some of the folks who replied to this thread happen to be those fast guys? I guess you'll have to decide what fits your riding style best. [/QUOTE]
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