04 TTR 125l

[yam_rider125]

hello my name is toby, and im 14. i have a 2004 yamaha ttr 125l, im tired of the wimpy power so i was wondering what i could do to get speed and also i was wondering how do i know what size fork will fit on my suspension from a cr 80 or somethin so if you could write back and tell me some mods and suspension
Thanks Toby :cool:

 

[oldguy]

Toby unfortunately you may have hit the peak on your ttr125. It is a very fun bike and great to learn on but very limited if you are looking for speed or jumping. As far as modding it out there are ways to go (big lou is an expert at this) but you might be better off saving your money and getting an 85 or a 2stroke 125.

 

[biglou]

Biggest bang for the buck-Flywheel reduction (about $50-90). Next, BBR 150cc big bore kit ($399). BBR frame cradle is a must if you're jumping ($90?), and BBR sells stiffer springs for about $90 for each end.

 

[yam_rider125]

thanks alot. if i find out that all the mods is to much i think i will just go by a yz85. and i was wondering if either of you knew where i could get a decent priced and decent condition bike at?? also i live in oklahoma if that would help anything
Toby

 

[CHR!S]

go to http://cycletrader.com to get a ballpark estimate for prices.

 

[yam_rider125]

ok thanks...by the way im 14 and im 5'2" and i weigh around 125 should i get an 85 or a 125???
Toby

 

[DougRoost]

Another option -- and a very good one -- is the KX100; even though I'm not a big Kawi fan, it's a great bike that nicely splits that difference. The suspension, brakes, power, cooling, etc. are in a whole different league than your TTR and it also weighs a lot less. Might want to read THIS

 

[yam_rider125]

i read the thing about the kx100...and basically the only class i could race with that is the supermini class and to start out racing i dont think i would want to do that..so is there anything else you could tell me about

 

[kawicam250]

fill out the list tha Okie has provided at the top of this sub-forum titled under "Announcement", this will help us make a much better opinion on what we think would be best for you :nod: .

 

[Xtremesports445]

With the info you have given so far, i'd say your best bet would be a 85 or 85 expert/larger version. Or you could wait a little while into you grow a few more inches and you would fit on a 125.

 

[yam_rider125]

sorry i feel dumb but i cant find it lol

 

[yam_rider125]

ok but can you tell me more bc i dont know where it is lol??

 

[kawicam250]

ok but can you tell me more bc i dont know where it is lol??

from this page, click the "Back" button. now go to the top of the page. in Bold, Okie has titled a thread under "Announcement Please Read Before Posting". then copy it, fill it out, and post it.

 

[yam_rider125]

Try to include the following info in your first post
1) your physical size (both height and weight are important)
5'2", 125
2) How physical / aggressive are you ?
on my ttr i ride it really hard so im pretty aggressive and very physical
3) what do you plan to ride- MX/SX tracks, woods, fields with friends or ?????
mx tracks and with friends
4) Do you have any riding experience?
yes i have been riding since i was six
5) Do you think you will race ?
yes eventually
6) Are you mechanically inclined and will you be doing your own bike work?
my dad is a mechanic so he will do it
7) Do YOU have a preferance to a brand/ motor choice (2 or 4 stroke)?
any brand and 2 stroke(good learner bikes)
8) Do you have a dealer close by your home that you might use and what brand(s) does he carry
wheelsport of ponca city kawasaki and suzuki and i live about 45 mins away from stillwater and they have alot of shops
9) How much do you plan to spend on a bike?
1500 to 2500
10) Do you live in California?
No, Oklahoma
11) anything else that you think would help form an opinion
i have never raced but i know everything about it and i need something that i will be able to touch the ground without starting blocks

 

[150rguy]

If racing is what you want , then get the 85. Like you said the kx100 only races supermini, just like my 150R.

 

[kawicam250]

since you live closest to a Kawasaki/Suzuki dealer, you might want to wait till you grow 2 in. to buy a 125. i bought my 125 when i was 13 y/o, 5'4'', and i was lighter than you :) . the KX125 is the 2nd smallest 125, next to the KTM, out there. for the price range you listed, you could probably find a good 04' on either cycletrader.com or evilbay. the Yamaha is the tallest stock dirt bike, so stay away from the YZ's. the CR125 had the weakest power output from 2000-2004 and the KTM is a race bike, but it wouldnt be a good starting bike seeing that it has the worst stock suspension setup, and its the heaviest. the Suzuki has mid-range, while the Kawasaki has low-end, but the timing of the powerband can be changed by jetting and/or putting on a pipe/silencer :nod: . also, the KX's and RM's are the cheapest 125s right now, so grab one once you get a tid bit taller :) .

 

[yam_rider125]

ok i want to get a bike kinda soon so out of a kawasaki or suzuki 85 which one is better like speed,handling,etc.

 

[150rguy]

Theyre different colors and thats about it.

 

[DougRoost]

Since you say you want to race EVENTUALLY, how about you pick up a good used bike to work on skills on, then worry about that later? I say this because you're probably going to grow quite a bit by the time you race, and by then you'll have a better idea what you want, what the latest class rules are, etc. I'm back to the KX100 recommendation based on what you posted and what I just typed. Since they're such a tweener bike, they can be picked up used for a good deal, ridden a year or so, then probably sold for what you paid for it.

Doug

 

[yam_rider125]

ok ill look at them..but ive been reading some reviews and i was wondering if the kx100 is faster than the kx85 bc alot of people said that is isnt??

 

[DougRoost]

The KX100 makes less peak HP but more peak torque. More torque makes it easier to ride over a wider RPM range, which makes it especially nice in the woods (especially if you add a good flywheel weight).

And that's stock. It's pretty well known the KX100 really benefits from some simple port clean-up due to it's larger cylinder in the same case, so it can make even more.

Make sure you try it on for size, along with a 125. I think you'll find it pretty perfect for your height and more confidence inspiring so you can build your skills.

 

[yam_rider125]

i think im just gonna save up and wait for a 125 or 250f bc i would prolly only ride the 100 for a lil while so........

 

[maallenmi]

I think that you should get a KX100 im 13 and just got one and I too just got out of the TTR. If the KX has too much power you can also get a flywheel for it to make iy less zippy thats what im doing.

By the way im 4' 11"

 

[yam_rider125]

actually my friend has the new honda 150r and hes gonna outgrow it sooner or later and i think im just gonna wait and but it from him and learn on that and then get a 250f and race

 

[kawicam250]

actually my friend has the new honda 150r and hes gonna outgrow it sooner or later and i think im just gonna wait and but it from him and learn on that and then get a 250f and race

youre gonna outgrow it just like him and itll be sooner than you think. at 14 y/o, youre going to shoot up height wise and youll be tired of the bike and youll be wanting more in a couple of months.