TTR90 to KX65
We recently went on a trip and the TTR showed how tough it was, but also how limiting it was. The bike did great on all the hills (Loretta's GNCC trails) and overall. The only problem was ground clearance... and suspension. After bending the shifter multiple times and pretty much relocating a peg 45 degrees back, it was evident he was ready to move up. He also handled the 17 mile loop with ease and was getting thumbs up on hills where he made it and others (grown ups) didn't. Yes, I was a proud papa! :laugh:
Anyway, we (I) started looking for 60's and 65's. The 60's which I could still find new I felt were not something that he could grow into and it was a 2003... this would not have helped me when I sold it. Therefore, I have decided that the 65 is the way to go for me and he r-e-a-l-l-y wants a KX. While I have found a RM, same bike, I was so surprised of the power the bike had. I immediately looked for ways to tame the beast when I got it. Flywheel weight, multiple base gaskets, pipes, and adjustable suspension make it something he can grow into. By the way, he can just touch the ground with one foot right now. By making the longer suspension links, like I did for my older sons KDX, it will be a perfect fit. The KTM, I looked at, was not so easy to adjust due to the lack of the linkage. This forum and the search feature are awesome. Thats how I found this thread! :nod: